Govt to Ban Highway Builders for 2 Years After Failures
Highway builders face a 2-year ban for major incidents like bridge collapses. Minister Nitin Gadkari approves strict quality crackdown. Read the full story.
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MLFF Toll System by 2026 to End Stops at Plazas
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a Multi-Lane Free Flow toll system by 2026-end. It will read number plates at 80 kmph, saving fuel and boosting revenue. Read more about India's highway revolution.
Rs 207.4 Crore Plan for Yamunotri Highway Landslide Fix
NHAI submits a Rs 207.4 crore DPR to treat 13 active landslide zones on Uttarakhand's Yamunotri highway. Work begins as monsoon damage worsens. Get the full report.
AI Digital Toll System Nationwide by 2026: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a nationwide AI-powered, GPS-based toll collection system by December 2026, aiming to eliminate queues and boost efficiency. Learn how this will transform travel.
Tourist Trouble at Vajrapoha Falls: Illegal Entry in Bhimgad ESZ
Wildlife conservationist files complaint over illegal tourism in Bhimgad's Eco-Sensitive Zone near Vajrapoha Falls. Tourists trespass, swim, light fires, disturbing tiger corridor. Officials accused of inaction.
Security Beefed Up for Telangana Local Body Polls Final Phase
Authorities in Telangana deploy heavy police presence and bind over potential troublemakers ahead of the final phase of local body elections. Read about the security measures in key districts.
Deadly 27km NH Stretch to Get 6 Lanes, 13 Underpasses
A notorious 27km bottleneck on the Salem-Kochi NH sees ~100 fatal accidents yearly. NHAI's ₹1800 crore plan for six lanes, underpasses & flyovers awaits approval. Read the full plan to enhance safety.
NGO Flags Illegal ESZ Committees in Shivamogga
An NGO has filed a complaint alleging that ESZ monitoring committees for Kudremukh park and Someshwara sanctuary were formed without government approval. Learn the details and implications.
Mass Protest in Harsil Against Tree Felling for Char Dham Road
Environmentalists and residents from multiple states protest tree felling for Char Dham road widening in Uttarakhand's Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone, citing ecological threats. Read more.
Raipur-Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor to cut travel time
The new 464-km six-lane Raipur-Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor, approved at Rs 4,093 crore, will cut travel time by 5 hours and boost regional trade and connectivity. Read more.
Forest dept clears road widening in Bhagirathi Eco Zone
Uttarakhand forest department approves 20.6 km road widening in Bhagirathi Eco Sensitive Zone for Char Dham project, facing protests over loss of 6,822 trees and slope stability fears. Read more.
Bengaluru's Bannerghatta Forest Endangered by Development
Reduced eco-sensitive zone around Bannerghatta National Park now faces new threats from proposed flyovers and a nearby airport. Experts warn of irreversible ecological damage. Read more.
Coimbatore Flyover Fate Hangs in Balance Over Metro Row
The proposed flyover from Goldwins to Neelambur in Coimbatore faces uncertainty as CMRL's metro plans create a hurdle. Get the latest details on the Rs 600 crore project.
Golaghat Police Workshop Addresses Women Personnel Issues
Golaghat police held a 2-day workshop for 101 women personnel to discuss infrastructure gaps, duty patterns & work-life balance. Senior officials pledge time-bound solutions.
India Road Deaths: 1.77 Lakh Fatalities in 2024
India witnessed 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, averaging 485 daily. National Highways see 31% of fatalities. Govt plans AI mapping, stricter licenses to curb crisis.
Bihar VVIPs to Get Toll Exemption on National Highways
Bihar govt mandates 'Exempted FASTags' for CM, ministers, MPs, judges & others, allowing official vehicles to pass tolls without stopping. Move aims to save time for key officials.
Nationwide Barrier-Less Toll System in One Year: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced a new barrier-less toll collection system will be implemented across India within one year. The system is already live at 10 locations.
149 EV Charging Stations for Bengaluru Highways
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.
Karnataka Gets 3,187 Km New National Highway Projects
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces sanction of 3,187 km of national highways for Karnataka, including expressways. Details inside.
Draft ESZ Map for Pulicat Sanctuary Submitted
NCSCM submits a draft Ecologically Sensitive Zone map for Pulicat Bird Sanctuary, a crucial step following Supreme Court orders to protect fragile ecosystems while safeguarding local communities' livelihoods. Read more.
New Highway Policy: Govt to Buy Back Congested Roads
India finalises new highway concession pact with automatic buyback clause for saturated roads. Protects investors, ensures timely expansion. Key details inside.
Police Stop Firecracker Nuisance at Goa Turtle Nesting Site
Police intervened at Vagator beach to stop a group bursting firecrackers near an Olive Ridley turtle nesting site. Locals warn of repeated threats to the eco-sensitive zone. Read more.
Punjab man arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI
A 34-year-old from Punjab was arrested in Sri Ganganagar for allegedly leaking sensitive Indian Army information to Pakistan's ISI for money. This marks the fourth such arrest since Operation Sindoor.
Surapet Toll Plaza: ₹100 Crore Income, Broken Facilities
NHAI's Surapet toll plaza near Chennai earns ₹100 crore annually yet has broken roofs, vandalized toilets, and safety hazards. Commuters demand accountability. Read more.
NH 66 stretch completion delayed by one year
Continuous rainfall disrupts NH 66 widening project in Thiruvananthapuram, pushing completion to December 2026. Critical corridor faces year-long delay despite 52% progress.
Sirsa Village Youths Trigger High-Level Investigation
Discover how youths from a quiet Sirsa village accessed sensitive documents, triggering a major police investigation and raising national security concerns. Learn the full story.
NGT fines Uttarakhand Rs 50k in Rajaji Tiger Reserve case
National Green Tribunal imposes Rs 50,000 fine on Uttarakhand agencies for stone crusher in Rajaji Tiger Reserve's eco-sensitive zone. Next hearing on May 2. Read full details.
MP Durai Vaiko Reviews Central Schemes in Pudukkottai
MP Durai Vaiko chaired DISHA committee meeting, reviewed highway projects, women's safety measures and railway amenities. Key decisions taken for infrastructure development.
Bannerghatta Wildlife Under Threat from Development
Wildlife activists protest Eco-Sensitive Zone reductions and Ring Road flyover threatening Bannerghatta's elephants and tigers. Genetic diversity at risk.
4 Foods That Worsen Gas & Acidity on Empty Stomach
Nutritionist reveals 4 common foods that trigger gas, acidity and bloating when eaten on empty stomach. Learn gentler alternatives for better digestion.
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