Sarkaghat's Drinking Water Safe, Regular Testing Ensured
Officials in Himachal's Sarkaghat confirm the drinking water supply is safe for consumption, with regular monitoring and testing in place. Read the full report on water quality assurance.
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Finance Ministry Orders Prompt Vigilance Reporting for PSU Bank Directors
India's finance ministry mandates public sector banks to immediately report adverse vigilance info on board-level directors, citing serious lapses in disclosures. Read the full directive.
Botswana Minister Tours Banaras Locomotive Works in Varanasi
Botswana's Transport Minister Noah Salakae visited Banaras Locomotive Works, inspecting advanced manufacturing & locomotive designs. Explore India's rail export potential.
Nagpur Club Runs Without Mandatory Fire Safety Certificate
A popular club and kitchen on Nagpur's Wardha Road operates without a final fire compliance certificate, raising serious public safety concerns. Experts warn of high risk despite being a ground-floor structure.
The Forgotten History of India's Job Guarantee Schemes
Explore the deep roots of India's job guarantee schemes, from 1780s famine relief to the MGNREGS. Discover the story of Vitthal Sakharam Page and the Maharashtra EGS.
Mohali Mayor: AAP MLA's Office Stops Development Works
Mohali Mayor Amarjit Singh Sidhu accuses AAP govt & MLA Kulwant Singh of political interference, stalling roads, water projects. Congress councillors allege discrimination. MLA denies claims.
The Science of Soap: How It Cleans Dirt and Germs
Discover the chemistry of soap and how its unique molecular structure traps grease and germs, making handwashing a crucial hygiene practice for health.
MGNREGA Renaming: A Shift to Supply-Driven Scheme?
The renaming of MGNREGA sparks debate: Does it tackle rural distress or shift from a demand-driven to a supply-driven framework? Experts weigh in on the implications.
Bhimashankar Temple May Shut for 3 Months for Upgrades
Pune's Bhimashankar temple, a key Jyotirlinga, may close for nearly three months for crucial safety and infrastructure development works. Details on the proposed closure and master plan inside.
UP Minister Orders Officials to Meet Public Representatives
Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Minister Asim Arun mandates officials to regularly meet public representatives, share contact details, and act on their suggestions to improve governance.
Karnataka drug safety crisis due to inspector shortage
A critical shortage of drug inspectors in Karnataka has crippled regulatory oversight, exposing citizens to significant health risks. Read about the enforcement crisis and its implications.
Haryana Minister Suspends Inspector Over Irregularities
Haryana's Food Minister Rajesh Nagar suspends an inspector, orders FIRs in three cases after probe finds procedural lapses and public grievances. Read about the key decisions from the Kurukshetra meeting.
Trump Photo Restored in Public Epstein Files Database
The US Justice Department has released thousands of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, reinstating a photo of Donald Trump in the public database. Get the latest details on this significant disclosure.
Odisha School Dept Weekly Grievance Hearings Every Monday
Odisha's School & Mass Education Dept launches weekly public grievance hearings every Monday in Bhubaneswar, led by Commissioner N Thirumala Naik, for timely resolution of school-related issues.
Varanasi Celebrates 'Sunday on Cycle' with Grand Fit India Rally
A massive cycle rally was held at Banaras Locomotive Works to mark the first anniversary of the 'Sunday on Cycle' campaign, promoting fitness and cycling as a daily habit. Join the movement for a healthier India!
Banaras Locomotive Works Wins Top Hindi Implementation Award
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) Varanasi wins Rail Minister's Rajbhasha Shield for 2024 as an ideal production unit. Award ceremony set for Dec 26 in Delhi. Read more.
Shalimar Bagh gets ₹7.8 crore PWD revamp
Delhi's PWD launches a ₹7.8 crore phased upgrade in Shalimar Bagh, blending folk art murals with road widening, drainage, and pedestrian safety works. Read details.
Unfinished Samruddhi Expressway Patch Endangers Nagpur Commuters
A 150-metre incomplete section on Nagpur's Samruddhi Expressway creates daily hazards. Deep craters damage vehicles, while a land dispute involving a farmer's rights plea causes delays. Read more.
550-Metre Pontoon Bridge Approved for Kanpur's Ganga Crossing
A 550-metre pontoon bridge will be built near Shuklaganj to ease public movement in Kanpur-Unnao as the new Ganga bridge will take two years. The Rs 1.5 crore project aims to solve a major connectivity crisis. Read the full details.
Ajmer Police Seizes Antiques, Animal Parts in Raid
Ajmer police seized suspected antique items and animal parts from a house in Hatibatta. Forest and archaeology officials called for verification. Read the full investigation details.
Ludhiana MC Zonal Meetings Boost Development Works
Ludhiana's civic body held crucial meetings across all four zones to expedite development and address public grievances. Read how officials plan to ensure timely project completion.
Koothi Villagers Protest Substandard SH-85 Road Construction
Residents of Koothi in Madikeri staged a protest against the poor quality of the Rs 20 crore Magadi-Jalsur State Highway (SH-85) project. Read about their demands and official inaction.
HC Notices Over 'Accident-Prone' Z-Shaped Bridge in Bandikui
Rajasthan High Court seeks responses on a petition against a Z-shaped railway overbridge in Bandikui's Agra Phatak. Residents fear its sharp turns will cause accidents. Read the full details.
HIV in Thalassemia Kids: Satna Blood Bank Probe Hits Hurdles
Six thalassemia children in Satna contracted HIV via blood transfusion. A delayed probe reveals major gaps in donor records, raising serious public health risks. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka Govt Orders Ban on Public Pigeon Feeding
Karnataka government directs municipal bodies to regulate pigeon feeding, citing public health risks. Deputy Secretary V Lakshmikanth issues urgent directive. Read the full story.
Kochi Water Crisis: Metro Works Cause Pipe Bursts, Supply Hit
Pipe bursts linked to Kochi Metro works disrupt drinking water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & nearby areas. Residents forced to hire private tankers as authorities struggle to fix the issue. Read more.
Vadodara's Rs 62 Cr Road Projects Stalled After October Approval
Vadodara Municipal Corporation cleared 30 road projects worth Rs 62 crore in October, but work remains stalled. Officials cite utility surveys, while critics fear cost escalation. Details inside.
Rs 2 Crore for South Delhi Footbridge, Subway Maintenance
Delhi's PWD earmarks Rs 2+ crore for 2025-26 to enhance cleanliness and safety of foot overbridges and subways in south and south-east Delhi through comprehensive maintenance.
Nagpur gets ₹2,980 crore infra boost ahead of civic polls
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth ₹2,980 crore in Nagpur, marking a massive infrastructure push. Key works include roads, sewage plants, and a high-rise firefighting platform. Explore the details.
Karnataka Minister: No Need to Panic Over Egg Safety Reports
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao advises against panic over reports of cancer-causing substances in eggs. The health department is awaiting test results. Stay informed.
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