A senior Shimla doctor outlines critical first aid steps for dog bites: stay calm, wash the wound with soap for 15 minutes. Learn how to prevent rabies and when to seek immediate medical help.
Resident groups and political parties demand urgent steps to curb Delhi's toxic air, including shutting waste-to-energy plants and stricter GRAP enforcement. Read more.
Reliance Jio introduces a new long-term prepaid plan at ₹3,099 with 365-day validity, unlimited 5G data, and calling. Get all details on benefits and competition here.
India and Oman jointly welcome the initial Gaza ceasefire plan, urging a two-state solution for lasting peace. Read the full diplomatic statement and analysis.
MCG submits a detailed plan to Union govt targeting dust, vehicular pollution & waste. Includes 722km road revamp, 800 new buses & EV charging points by 2026-28. Will it bring real relief?
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Noida Authority rolls out a strict pollution-control plan targeting vehicles, industries, and eateries. Key actions include an EV fleet transition, ban on coal tandoors, and WFH advisories for IT firms.
Gurgaon MCG cancels a former councillor's building plan approval for concealing a property dispute. The plan, approved via HOBPAS, was revoked after a complaint. Details inside.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation appoints 25 nodal officers and forms task forces to implement Supreme Court's stray dog management order across public buildings. Read the full plan here.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation fined six pet owners Rs 30,000 for keeping dogs without a licence in Gomtinagar. One pug was temporarily seized. Learn about the drive's aims and public safety measures.
AAP leaders, including Saurabh Bharadwaj, detained after protesting Delhi's air pollution. They allege AQI data manipulation and demand action from BJP government. Details inside.
Noida's air quality remains in the 'severe' category for the third day, with AQI at 437. Residents resort to rooftop water sprinkling as PM2.5 levels hit the maximum limit. Read for details and expert analysis.
Two endangered four-horned antelopes died at Delhi Zoo. Officials suspect rabies, recalling a 2016 outbreak. Details on quarantine and postmortem awaited.
Karnataka's crucial project to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains grounded despite approval. Delays in fund release and staffing stall the fight against drug-resistant infections. Read why this public health threat is growing.
A new survey reveals most Indians find street dogs friendly and a crime deterrent. Learn how sterilization and compassion, not culling, are key to coexistence.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces installation of 305 anti-smog mist sprayers at nine critical pollution hotspots to combat toxic air. A key step in the city's winter action plan.
A Chandigarh real estate firm introduces a revolutionary 1 rupee booking plan for its luxury project. Discover how this scheme makes homeownership more accessible.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta rolls out expanded Winter Action Plan with 326 shelters, targeting homeless, schoolchildren & patients. Plan active until March 15.
MCD approves Rs 13.5 crore to clear unpaid dues to NGOs sterilising stray dogs in Delhi. Funds aim to boost population control and rabies prevention efforts. Read more.
US Department of Education finalises changes to income-driven repayment plans, removing hardship requirement. Millions may see reduced bills from July 2026. Explore your options now.
Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
The Supreme Court demands a permanent, year-round solution to Delhi's air pollution, criticising the government's last-minute winter actions. Read the full directive for a cleaner capital.
Mumbai Congress unveils Clean Air Action Plan, promising to reduce AQI to 40-60 within five years. The plan includes real-time monitoring and strict pollution controls. Read the full manifesto details.
Mumbai Congress chief Varsha Gaikwad unveils comprehensive 10-point action plan to tackle the city's severe air pollution crisis. Learn about the proposed solutions.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
MCG awards new contract for dog sterilization and vaccination at Rs 700 per dog. Initiative aims to control stray population and prevent rabies in Gurgaon until 2027.
Karnataka Food Minister alleges Congress misused Dalit and tribal funds. SCSP/TSP Act implementation failed, leaving communities deprived. Read the full investigation.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation submits a Rs 5 crore proposal for exclusive dog pounds to humanely manage stray populations, ensuring public safety and animal welfare. Read more.
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
SMS Medical College's experimental Milwaukee protocol for rabies has recorded zero survivors. Discover why doctors continue this desperate treatment despite 100% mortality rate.