The Indian Army relaxes its blanket ban on social media, permitting over 11.5 lakh soldiers limited use of apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Signal under strict guidelines. Learn about the new policy's key rules.
A Rajasthan village council has revoked its controversial ban on women using smartphones. The elders initially imposed the rule to protect children, sparking a national debate on technology and tradition. Read the full story.
The Indian Army has released a new policy governing the use of social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, and LinkedIn for its personnel. Learn the key restrictions and permissions.
The Indian Army has issued a new policy for personnel's use of social media apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and X. Key rules include view-only access on some platforms and strict messaging guidelines. Read the full details here.
Gurgaon's DTCP takes action against Sewa Corporate Park on MG Road for illegal subdivision and sale of units without HDR Act licence. Show-cause notice issued, registrations halted.
A Gujarat deputy mamlatdar has been remanded to ED custody until Jan 1 in a money laundering and extortion case involving land use permissions. Cash worth Rs 67.5 lakh was seized from his home.
Karnataka government introduces new rules to streamline the conversion of agricultural land for other purposes, aiming to boost development and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. Learn about the key changes.
Goa conducted no inspections for single-use plastic ban from May 2023 to Dec 2025, recovering zero fines despite 45 complaints. CPCB now mandates strict monthly enforcement drives.
New Jersey moves to curb smartphone use in public schools to improve focus and safety. Governor Phil Murphy supports the bill, which now awaits his signature. Learn the details.
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.
Karnataka cracks down on plastic pollution in Mysuru. A new task force will enforce bans, following raids that seized 26,000 tons of material. Read about the comprehensive action plan.
Punjab Cabinet approves key amendment to Abadi Deh Act, empowering DCs to regularize land use. Move aims to curb illegal colonies and simplify property transactions. Read more.
Discover why pure maple syrup is worth the splurge. Learn how to distinguish it from fake pancake syrup and get delicious Indian-inspired recipes for drinks, appetisers, and bakes.
Using a laptop on your lap can cause temporary nerve issues, but permanent damage is rare. Doctors explain the real risks of 'toasted skin syndrome' and offer ergonomic tips for safe use.
Uttar Pradesh government delegates land use change powers to housing boards to accelerate urbanisation and township projects across 20 key cities under the CM's policy.
Jaipur Development Authority declares five metro roads as TOD corridors, mandating mixed land use within 800m of stations. Discover the impact on city planning and real estate.
Ahmedabad DEO warns 7 private schools sealed for lacking Building Use permission. Failure to comply may lead to recognition cancellation. Read the full story.
Religious leaders in Mangaluru resolve to end open dumping via awareness. They plan campaigns from institutions, SWM at religious centres, and a strict plastic ban. Read more.
Noida Authority imposes a Rs 5 lakh penalty on Blinkit's cloud kitchen for flouting solid waste management rules and using banned plastic. Details on the inspection and wider crackdown inside.
A major review of 15 years of research finds weak evidence for medical cannabis benefits, with nearly 30% of patients meeting criteria for cannabis use disorder. Read the details.
Delhi High Court asks authorities to respond to a senior citizen's plea against converting a public park into a commercial party lawn. Justice Mini Pushkarna hears the case.
A new Gallup survey reveals nearly half of American workers now use AI, but adoption varies widely by industry and role. Discover the key trends shaping the future of work.
Get free in-game cosmetics in Call of Duty Mobile this December 2025! Here are the latest active redeem codes and a step-by-step guide on how to claim your rewards before they expire.
The Centre forms a task force to deregulate building laws & boost industry in Chandigarh. Key focus: FAR, land use, and easing business processes. Details inside.
Chandigarh shines with just 13.7% adult tobacco users, among India's top 5 lowest. National rate is 28.6%. Data reveals a promising decline in youth tobacco consumption nationwide.
Telangana High Court directs state and central governments to file counters on PILs challenging Hyderabad's industrial land transformation policy. Next hearing on Dec 29.
Tamil Nadu's Meendum Manjappai initiative gets a boost as yellow cloth bags will be sold at half price via vending machines in Chennai from February. TNPCB drives eco-friendly shift.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation intensifies its drive, sealing 13 hospitals in the city's eastern part for operating without mandatory Building Use permission. Details inside.
A major Cloudflare outage caused global disruption, affecting platforms like Zerodha and HSBC. The CTO confirmed it was not an attack. Read details and impact.
Cloudflare's second outage in a month impacted hundreds of sites like Canva and Zoom. CTO reveals root cause. Read the full details and analysis here.