Indian Railways collected Rs 1,781 crore in fines from ticketless and irregular travellers in FY25. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw cites demand-supply gap, details penalties and tech upgrades to curb the issue.
Rajasthan govt announces new stringent law to prevent water theft and ensure equitable distribution. Major projects like ERCP worth Rs 9400 crore underway to address scarcity. Read more.
India's DGCA warns students about risks of foreign pilot training. The regulator clarifies it has no oversight on overseas institutions. Read the full advisory for crucial due diligence steps.
New Delhi's Connaught Place 'CP LYF' smart city project lies in ruins. Public Wi-Fi is unusable, charging ports are stolen or broken, and digital displays show only ads. Discover the broken promises of digital India.
Telangana has approached the Supreme Court to restrain Andhra Pradesh from proceeding with the Polavaram-Nallamala Sagar link project, alleging violations of the State Reorganisation Act and water tribunal awards. Read the full details.
A capacity-building workshop in Patna aims to reactivate Complex Resource Centres as collaborative academic hubs, focusing on teacher support, digital tools, and foundational learning goals under NIPUN Bihar.
The Central Government approves a major ₹48.69 crore road and bridge project in Haroli, Himachal Pradesh, enhancing connectivity and boosting local development. Read more about this crucial infrastructure push.
Maharashtra govt's Rs 95.18 crore Tajbagh development phase-2 remains stalled despite March 2024 approval. Residents await crucial notification for rehabilitation works. Read more.
IndiGo plans to recruit over 900 pilots to comply with new night-flight regulations, but experts warn of significant hiring challenges ahead. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo ends pilot hiring freeze after flight cancellations crisis. Airline seeks A320 captains as it moves to stabilize operations following DGCA rule changes. Read the latest updates.
The 40-km Qadian-Beas rail line, stalled since 1929, is finally set for construction. Railway Minister directs officials to clear all hurdles, promising a boost to Batala's industry. Read the full story.
New DGCA pilot safety regulations, enforced from November 1, 2025, are causing operational challenges for IndiGo and affecting air travel. Understand the rules and their impact.
A cheetah cub born in the wild at Kuno National Park has died, marking the third cheetah death this year. Officials confirm the cause was severe dehydration and weakness.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces DPR ready for Baramulla-Uri line & Banihal-Baramulla doubling. Learn how the Kashmir rail project boosts apple farmers' transport.
Indian Railways prepares a Detailed Project Report for a 164 km new railway line in Kashmir Valley to extend connectivity after the USBRL project. Read about the new Baramulla-Uri line and Banihal-Baramulla doubling.
Rajasthan Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra criticizes BJP govt over Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal-ERCP progress, claims Yamuna water won't reach Shekhawati. Read the full story.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals over 87% of reserved train tickets are now booked online via IRCTC. Learn about the tech upgrades ensuring secure and efficient booking.
The crucial survey for Thane's delayed Airoli-Kalwa elevated rail corridor faces a halt as NCP-SP demands a written rehabilitation pact for 750+ affected slum families. Read the full story.
Bengaluru gets a major EV boost with 149 new charging stations on four key national highways. This initiative aims to ease range anxiety and accelerate electric vehicle adoption in the city.
BWSSB plans a Rs 20 crore solar project for Cauvery Stage VI pumping stations, aiming for partial or full solar power. DPR ready for four stations.
Experts and citizens criticize Bengaluru's Rs 42,000-crore tunnel road project, calling it economically unjustifiable and environmentally damaging. Join the discussion on urban planning.
A non-functional escalator at Varanasi Junction left a differently-abled passenger struggling, raising serious questions about railway infrastructure accessibility. Read more about this concerning incident.
Southern Railways will provide bed sheets and pillows in sleeper class coaches starting January 1, 2026. Available on 10 express trains, the service costs Rs 50 for complete set. Book your journey now!
India's aviation sector faces a critical shortage of 18,000 pilots by 2038 despite rapid growth. Discover the challenges and solutions in pilot training capacity.
Indian Railways confirms no official provision for Halal-certified food in trains, following FSSAI guidelines. Get the latest updates on NHRC notice response.
Union Cabinet approves two major railway expansion projects worth Rs 2,781 crore to boost connectivity in Gujarat and Maharashtra, enhancing pilgrim travel and freight movement.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif expresses condolences for Indian Air Force pilot killed in Dubai Air Show crash. The minister confirmed the pilot couldn't eject and didn't survive.
Wing Commander Naman Syal's father was searching for his son's air show performance videos when he discovered the tragic Tejas crash reports. Read the heartbreaking story.
Renewable energy company secures major 200 MW solar project from Railway Energy Management Company, boosting India's green railway initiative. Read details.
Himachal Pradesh government transfers key land parcels to RTDC, accelerating the Rs 1,743 crore Shimla ropeway project. This eco-friendly transport solution will transform tourism and connectivity in the region.