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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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 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 Corporation Commissioner Chitra Vijayan urges public to stop littering, highlights stray dog menace. New 'Olirum Madurai Foundation' launched to boost sanitation efforts.
Chandigarh's 38th Chrysanthemum Show, a zero-waste floral festival, runs till Dec 21. Governor Kataria inaugurated, highlighting sustainability and community efforts. Discover the beauty!
Meghalaya cabinet approves revised pay for SSA & ad-hoc teachers, effective April 2026. CM Sangma fulfills pre-Christmas commitment, addressing long-standing demands for structured pay and job security.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation plans to hire a consultant to improve sanitation services and manage solid waste more effectively. The move aims to enhance the city's cleanliness and operational efficiency.
India faces its worst water crisis, with 600 million under high stress. Groundwater extraction hits 60.6%, pushing states like Punjab to 156% overuse. Can the nation avert a Day Zero?
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal mandates 25-tonne urea stock at sales centres, warns of FIRs for overcharging. Also reviews KGBVs, Adarsh Schools, and plans Atal Vajpayee centenary events.
Despite NGT's October order, Panchkula's Jhuriwala site remains clogged with garbage, spilling onto highways and causing health hazards. Residents plan to approach the Deputy Commissioner.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan commended district collectors for completing key rural projects and urged them to maintain pace in implementing all government programmes. Read about the achievements.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a Rs 12.32 cr sports complex, launched road & infra projects, and gave seed money to 23,791 SHG women in Dibrugarh district. Read more.
The Centre announces the Clean Himalayan Cities Initiative to provide financial and technical aid to hill states battling massive plastic waste from tourism. The plan targets visible improvements by early 2026.
Goa Bachao Abhiyan plans a public meeting on December 19 to protest corruption and illegal zone changes, citing the Arpora nightclub fire tragedy. The group will also challenge a High Court verdict in the Supreme Court.
Goa Bachao Abhiyan plans a public meeting at Azad Maidan on December 19 to demand an end to corruption and illegal activities, citing the Arpora fire tragedy and the Acqua Eden Project.
Jharkhand Education Project Council forms a 72-member state team to evaluate schools for Mukhyamantri Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar & Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Rating. On-site verification to be completed by December 15.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated 63 projects worth ₹2,630.88 crore in Madurai, laid foundation for 7 new ones. Local chamber demands urgent civic upgrades, airport expansion.
Deolali Cantonment Board wins Raksha Mantri's 'Swachha Chhavani Swastha Chhavani' award for 2025. Ranked 2nd nationally, it leads in Maharashtra. Read about its green initiatives and waste management success.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda chairs a crucial meeting with Bihar MPs to accelerate the TB-Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. India sees a 21% decline in TB incidence, with Bihar playing a pivotal role. MPs commit to grassroots action.
A total of 272 healthcare facilities in Prayagraj division received the Kayakalp Award for hygiene and infection control. Fatehpur leads with 86 awards. Discover the impact of this government initiative.
A viral video from Varanasi showing a tree covered in used diapers ignites a nationwide conversation on waste disposal, civic responsibility, and community hygiene. Watch and join the discussion.
A modern Portable Compactor Transfer Station (PCTS) was inaugurated in Lucknow's Akhilapur area to improve cleanliness, reduce open dumping, and enhance Swachh Bharat rankings. Read about the new facility's features and the city's waste management plan.
Jharkhand faces a severe crisis in inclusive education with a staggering shortage of over 4,400 special teachers for 47,920 disabled students. Infrastructure gaps persist. Read the full report.
A unique cricket tournament promoting Swachh Bharat began in Lucknow's KD Singh Babu Stadium. Mayor Sushma Kharakwal inaugurated the zero-waste event. Read more about this innovative initiative.
Rajasthan government signs agreements worth Rs 100 crore with CSR partners to strengthen rural infrastructure and water conservation under MJSA 2.0. Learn how this boosts village self-reliance.
The coppersmith barbet is now Amravati's official city bird after winning an online poll. Discover how this vibrant bird triumphed and what it means for urban biodiversity.