Vande Bharat Sleeper coach cost: Rs 8-8.5 crore
Indian Railways' first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, launching this month, costs Rs 8-8.5 crore per coach. Get details on features, route, and production plans.
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Chennai to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes more waste at Perungudi
Chennai Corporation floats new tender to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Perungudi dumpyard. The project, costing ₹53.60 crore, aims to reclaim land and process remaining waste. Read the latest updates.
Tripura CM launches health drive, reveals screening data
Tripura CM Manik Saha urges citizens to adopt healthier lifestyles in the new year to combat non-communicable diseases and cancer. Learn about the state's new healthcare initiatives and screening results.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Route, Fare Finalised for 2026 Launch
The route and fare for India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train are set. PM Modi will flag off the Guwahati-Kolkata service in 2026, boosting connectivity in the Northeast.
Bhopal Adopts Cow Dung Paint for City Beautification
Bhopal's civic body plans to use eco-friendly cow dung paint for its annual beautification drive ahead of Swachh Bharat Mission Survey 2026. The move aims to boost rankings, create jobs, and promote sustainability.
Guwahati GMC's Rs 132 Cr Plan to Combat Urban Flooding
Guwahati Municipal Corporation announces a major drive to de-silt 549 drains by March, plans Rs 132 crore for infrastructure, and offers tax rebates for eco-friendly practices. Read more.
Lucknow LMC Clears Encroachments to Ease Traffic
Lucknow Municipal Corporation, led by Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, launched a major anti-encroachment drive in Kaiserbagh and Lalbagh to tackle traffic congestion. Officials warn of strict action against repeat offenders. Read more.
Gumla's Strict Measures for JAC Board Exam Success
Gumla administration launches a district control room and strict measures, including salary holds, to ensure better JAC Class 10 & 12 results. Read about the 'Board Exam Vijay Abhiyan'.
Punjab Special Educators' Strike Hits 127th Day
Special educators in Punjab continue their 127-day strike, protesting new hires and demanding job regularisation after 18-20 years of service. Read their story.
Ludhiana's Transport Hub Faces Major Infrastructure Crisis
Ludhiana's Transport Nagar, North India's second-largest transport hub, grapples with broken roads, sewage failure, garbage piles, and rising robberies. Transporters demand urgent action from authorities.
Thiruvananthapuram Plans 10 Mobile Toilets for Hygiene
Thiruvananthapuram civic body seeks Rs 5 crore for 10 mobile toilet units to address public sanitation shortage and poor hygiene, following a zero cleanliness score in Swachh Survekshan 2023.
Gurgaon MCG's Rs 470 Crore Road Sweeping Proposal
MCG Gurgaon submits a revised Rs 470 crore plan for mechanised and manual road sweeping, zone-wise. Plan aims to boost Swachh Bharat Mission and city sanitation. Read details.
Ludhiana MC to bring 100 villages within city limits
Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation approved a major expansion to include 100 villages, renamed landmarks, and addressed civic staffing in its first meeting in 7 months. Read the full details.
HDMC's Indore trip amid funds crunch sparks controversy
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.
Rahul Gandhi announces MGNREGA Bachao Abhiyan, slams new Act
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi announces MGNREGA Bachao Abhiyan, vows to resist the VB-G RAM G Act, comparing it to demonetisation's impact. Read the full story.
Gumla launches drive for better JAC Class 10, 12 board results
Gumla district administration launches 'Board Exam Vijay Abhiyan' with a control room & nodal officers for monitoring. Focus on weak students, remedial classes, and strict action against non-performers to improve JAC results.
Jharkhand Trains 346 Educators for Inclusive Learning
Jharkhand's education department trains 346 special educators and therapists to improve learning for children with special needs under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. Read more.
Mangaluru MRF Project Sparks Resident Concerns
Someshwara Municipality plans a Material Recovery Facility in Bagambila. Residents fear health hazards, but officials assure safe, scientific waste management under Swachh Bharat Mission. Read more.
Bhubaneswar eyes better rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26
Bhubaneswar gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, focusing on citizen feedback and new infrastructure. Mayor Sulochana Das outlines plans for improved solid waste management. Read more.
Lucknow's 16 Model Wards Set Cleanliness Benchmark
Ahead of the Swachh Bharat rankings, Lucknow Municipal Corporation nominates 16 model wards to set new standards in waste management and civic upkeep. Municipal Commissioner outlines the plan for 100% waste collection.
Kosi River Students Risk Lives for Education Daily
Children in Khagaria's Bangaliya village cross the Kosi river daily to reach school, facing safety risks. Officials promise action under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan. Read about the struggle for basic education.
Blinkit fined Rs 1 lakh for waste violations in Noida
Noida Authority fines Blinkit Rs 1 lakh for solid waste management violations after inspection. Anti-plastic drives confiscate hundreds of kg of banned plastic across city markets.
Punjab Teachers Protest Mandatory Bridge Course
Punjab's experienced teachers with up to 20 years of service protest a mandatory Rs 25,000 bridge course, calling it harassment. Unions demand immediate withdrawal of the order.
Naidu Hits Out at Opponents, Unveils Swachh Andhra Vision
CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu accuses opponents of misinformation, outlines ambitious plans for a plastic-free Andhra by June 2026 and industrial growth in Anakapalli. Read his full vision.
Maharashtra Makes Common Curriculum Mandatory for Special Schools
Maharashtra govt mandates a uniform curriculum for 500+ schools for intellectually disabled children, ensuring structured learning and parental involvement. A landmark move for inclusive education.
Mysuru's Maternal Mortality Rate Plummets by 61%
Mysuru district achieves a sharp decline in maternal deaths, from 28 in 2024 to just 11 in 2025, thanks to coordinated health interventions. Discover the strategies behind this public health success.
Naidu's 'Mustabu' Program for Student Hygiene Goes Statewide
Andhra CM N Chandrababu Naidu launches the 'Mustabu' program from Anakapalli to boost hygiene & confidence for 75 lakh students. Read about the state's new educational initiative.
Cleanliness Drive at Nagpur, Ajni Railway Stations
A two-day cleanliness campaign at Nagpur Railway Station urges passengers to stop littering. Volunteers collect waste, spread awareness, and support Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Read more.
Patna Prepares for Swachh Survekshan 2025 Evaluation
Patna gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025 with a focus on waste management and citizen feedback. Mayor Sita Sahu targets a 5-star rating and a Top 10 national rank. Read about the city's new initiatives.
Madurai's Clean City Goal Needs Public Support: Commissioner
Madurai Corporation Commissioner Chitra Vijayan urges public to stop littering, highlights stray dog menace. New 'Olirum Madurai Foundation' launched to boost sanitation efforts.
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