Indian govt notifies Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025, shifting mine opening approvals to company boards. This reform aims to slash bureaucratic delays by up to 60 days, boosting coal production efficiency.
Major US visa policy changes in 2025 impact Indian students & skilled workers. New rules for F-1, H-1B, social media checks, and interview waivers redefine the American dream. Navigate the new landscape with expert insights.
A Rs 65-lakh PPCB penalty fails to clean up Mohali's 45-year-old toxic dump site, endangering 6000 residents with fires and contamination. Read about the ongoing health crisis and official promises.
India's first dedicated marine disaster response vessel, Samudra Pratap, is now operational. Learn how this ship will combat oil spills and protect our coastal ecosystem.
Karnataka govt introduces major land conversion reforms with time-bound approvals, automatic clearances for industries & green energy. Read how this cuts red tape for investors.
India bids farewell to iconic figures from cinema, sports, and arts in 2025. Remembering their legacies and the void they leave behind. Read our tribute.
The Hemant Soren cabinet approved the Jharkhand PESA Rules 2025, granting gram sabhas in scheduled areas powers over mining, land, and resources. A landmark step for tribal self-governance.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Animal welfare activists in Chandigarh protest alleged violations of Supreme Court orders and ABC Rules by the Municipal Corporation. Details on the legal battle and claims of negligence inside.
NGT issues notices to Odisha authorities over a micro composting centre in a Bhubaneswar residential area, citing health and rule violations. Next hearing in February 2026.
Two workers died and one critically injured after a wall collapsed at CCL's Barka Siyal colliery in Hazaribag. Kin received Rs 40 lakh compensation each and jobs. Read the full report.
Odisha mandates 'No PUC, No Fuel' to fight vehicular pollution as AQI hits 177. Delhi's campaign sees 61,000 PUCCs issued in 24 hours. Dense fog alerts prompt road safety warnings.
Ludhiana's air quality has been better in late 2025 compared to 2024, with fewer 'poor' days. Officials cite reduced stubble burning and pollution checks. Read the full analysis of the AQI data.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
Jamshedpur health department issues final warning to hospitals & labs for improper bio-medical waste disposal. A new inspection panel formed. Read about the risks and actions.
The Supreme Court's recent order to relocate stray dogs from institutional land disregards existing laws and WHO-backed science, raising serious questions about judicial overreach and creating a constitutional dilemma. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court's order to relocate stray dogs from institutional land faces backlash for ignoring laws, science, and due process. Is this judicial overreach?
PFRDA's new NPS norms boost lump sum withdrawal to 80% for private subscribers, raise exit age to 85, and allow loans against corpus. Key changes explained.
Persistent rain in Colombo puts India's U19 Asia Cup clash with Sri Lanka at risk. If abandoned, it could eliminate arch-rivals Pakistan from the tournament. Full details inside.
Himachal Pradesh High Court criticizes state & central govts for failing to enforce CSR rules after 2025 monsoon disaster. Only Rs 47.52 crore collected from 80 eligible firms. Read the full story.
Delhi cracks down on vehicular pollution with a strict 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy and a ban on non-BS-VI vehicles from outside. Violators face heavy fines up to Rs 20,000. Read the full details.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
PFRDA's new NPS rules raise exit age to 85, allow 80% withdrawal for private subscribers, and permit using pension corpus as loan collateral. Get details here.
NBEMS begins DNB Final Theory exams Dec 18-21, 2025. Hybrid format with strict barcode entry rules; errors lead to result cancellation. Read key guidelines.
Hundreds of taxi drivers protested near Sadahalli toll plaza, demanding a rollback of Kempegowda International Airport's new parking rules they claim are ruining their livelihood. Read the full story.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.