Nagpur HC Proposes Heavy Fines for Nylon Manja Violations
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court warns of strict fines up to Rs 2.5 lakh for nylon manja violations. Next hearing on Jan 5, 2026. Read the full details.
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Toxic Smoke from Amritsar Garbage Dump a Burning Issue
The massive Bhagtanwala landfill in Amritsar is on fire, releasing toxic smoke and causing a severe health hazard for residents. Authorities face criticism for inaction. Read more.
Tree in middle of Nagpur road poses major safety risk
A newly built stretch of Nagpur's Besa-Pipla road has a dangerous flaw: a full-grown tree left in the carriageway. Commuters call it a death trap. Read about the oversight and delays.
Nagpur Road-Widening Project Creates Dangerous Obstruction
A road-widening project at Nagpur's Shatabdi Square has backfired, leaving a full-grown tree in the middle of the carriageway, severely disrupting traffic and raising safety concerns. Read more about this planning lapse.
Noida Sewage Crisis: Residents Face Health Hazard
Residents in Noida sectors grapple with blocked sewers and overflowing wastewater, causing waterlogged parks and health risks. Authorities face flak for inaction. Read more.
Dead Battery Danger: Fire Risk & Safe Disposal Guide
Think your old batteries are harmless? Think again. They can cause fires, leak toxic chemicals, and pose serious health risks. Learn the safe way to store and recycle batteries in India.
Bengaluru stormwater drain hazard puts public at risk
A dangerous, unbarricaded opening along a stormwater drain on Kengal Hanumanthaiah Road in Bengaluru's Chikkalasandra has caused injuries. Residents' complaints to Bengaluru West corporation remain unaddressed. Read more.
Baddi Industrial Hub Fire Risk Soars as Open Spaces Vanish
Himachal Pradesh's Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh industrial belt faces severe fire hazards as rampant construction eliminates crucial open spaces. Experts warn of disaster without immediate action.
New Town Kolkata Residents Protest Illegal Sludge Dumping
Residents of Greenwood Elements in New Town Action Area II protest illegal dumping of construction sludge. The waste, containing cement and chemicals, causes pollution and health risks. Authorities have been alerted.
Mangaluru Waste Transfer Crisis Hits All 60 Wards
Mangaluru City Corporation struggles with waste management as lack of transfer space forces roadside garbage shifting, causing public nuisance. DC promises action.
Delhi Fire Inspections: 5 Establishments Closed
Delhi Fire Service launches citywide inspections after Goa nightclub fire, closing 5 venues for serious violations. Read about the safety drive ahead of Christmas and New Year.
Chandigarh Mayor's Surprise Fire Safety Raid at Hotels
Chandigarh Mayor conducts surprise fire safety inspections at city hotels, uncovering major lapses. Read about the violations and the urgent directives issued.
Chandigarh Fire Safety Check Before Christmas, New Year
Chandigarh mayor leads surprise inspections of fire preparedness in city establishments ahead of Christmas & New Year. Non-compliant venues issued notices. Read for safety details.
Goa's Crucial Fire Safety Bill Gathers Dust With Govt
A vital bill to replace Goa's 36-year-old fire safety law is stalled, leaving regulatory gaps as nightclubs face scrutiny. Experts warn of public safety risks. Read more.
Assam Police Picnic Safety Advisory for Guwahati
Assam Police urges citizens to prioritize road safety this picnic season (mid-Dec to Jan). Follow key 'Do's and Don'ts' on driving, vehicle checks, and planning to prevent accidents and ensure a joyful outing.
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.
Illegal highway vendors heighten accident risk in Ludhiana fog
Unauthorized vendors on Ludhiana's highways are creating severe safety hazards during dense fog, leading to accidents. Authorities are urged to take immediate action to clear these encroachments.
USAF Tanker Near-Miss Over Caribbean Sparks Outrage
A US Air Force tanker without a transponder forced a JetBlue flight into evasive action. The pilot called it 'outrageous,' raising major safety concerns near Venezuela. Read the full report.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
Sewer overflow at Gurgaon-Delhi border creates traffic, health mess
Persistent sewer overflow near Dundahera in Udyog Vihar 1 has created a hazardous, stinking mess for a week, crippling traffic and raising disease fears. Residents demand urgent action from HSIIDC. Read the full report.
Goa Nightclubs Pose Major Fire Risks, Lack Safety NOCs
Experts warn most Goa nightclubs are fire hazards, operating without NOCs. Design, pyrotechnics, and poor enforcement create deadly risks. Learn the safety gaps.
Odisha Fire Safety Audit for Restaurants After Goa Fire
Following the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25, Odisha Fire Services orders a safety audit of all large restaurants. The audit will check for compliance, equipment, and emergency exits. Read more.
Deadly Gases Found in UK Morgue from India-Repatriated Bodies
A UK coroner warns of lethal chemical exposure to mortuary workers from bodies of AI171 crash victims repatriated from India. Ministers urged to act within 56 days.
Tambaram's 5-year drainage crisis leaves residents in sewage
Five years after becoming a corporation, Tambaram still lacks basic drainage. Residents face sewage overflow, health risks, and high costs. A ₹750-crore project remains stalled. Read more.
HC orders inspection of illegal chemical kumkum at Sabarimala
Kerala High Court directs authorities to inspect illegal sale and lab certification of chemical kumkum at Sabarimala, Pamba, Nilackal, and Erumely. Reports due Monday.
Dubai RTA Distributes 500 Child Car Seats for Newborns
Dubai's RTA distributed 500 child car seats to families with newborns across 26 hospitals. This initiative aims to instil road safety from a child's first journey. Learn key safety guidelines.
Waste dumping near Thiruvananthapuram school continues unchecked
Despite orders from rights commissions, waste dumping near Beemapally Nursery School in Thiruvananthapuram continues, posing severe health risks to children. Locals threaten protest. Read more.
Father, daughter electrocuted by overhead wire in Jalgaon
A 12-year-old girl and her father died after electrocution from an overhead wire in Jalgaon's Aksanagar. A 9-year-old niece suffered burns. The family had moved in just two weeks ago.
Ludhiana Fire Safety Crackdown: Dec 31 Deadline for NOCs
After a major fire at a cattle feed unit, Ludhiana Municipal Corporation warns all establishments to get fire safety clearance by Dec 31. Officials reveal legal loopholes hinder enforcement.
8 Items Never to Store on Your Balcony
Your balcony is not a storage room! Learn about 8 common items that pose serious fire, safety, and health risks when kept on balconies in Indian apartments.
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