Hyderabad and Chennai's AI-powered traffic cameras issue 'silent' e-challans for minor violations. Drivers risk huge fines unknowingly. Learn how to check your status and avoid financial shock.
Google has reportedly paid a staggering $10.5 billion in fines to the European Commission, now listed as a standard line item. This adds to rising US-EU tensions over digital taxes and regulations. Read the full story.
RBI levied ₹25.5 crore in fines on banks in 2025, with median penalty nearly halving. Experts cite consultative approach & better compliance. Read the full analysis.
Chas Municipal Corporation's surprise enforcement drive in Bokaro's markets led to hefty fines for shops violating the plastic ban. Read about the crackdown details.
Dubai introduces strict e-scooter safety rules & fines up to Dhs300. Learn the 8 key guidelines for public transport and how to ride safely in the city.
Saudi Arabia's new draft regulation imposes heavy fines on idle land to force development, ease housing shortages, and curb speculation. Public consultation open until 2026.
Hundreds of e-rickshaw drivers protested in Jaipur's Brahmpuri against a daytime ban in the Walled City, citing financial distress and unfair fines. Read about their demands and planned large-scale action.
Italy's antitrust watchdog orders Meta to suspend WhatsApp contract terms that could block rival AI chatbots. Meta calls the decision 'flawed' and vows to appeal. Read more on the EU's Big Tech crackdown.
Gurgaon MCG imposes Rs 14.10 lakh fines on 274 violators under GRAP Stage IV. Actions target garbage burning, construction breaches, and dust control to combat very poor air quality.
Gurugram's civic body imposed heavy fines for pollution violations under GRAP-4. 274 violators penalized Rs 14.10 lakh, while traffic police issued 1081 challans. Details inside.
Ludhiana traffic police intensify enforcement, issuing 3.07 lakh e-challans in 2024. Focus on helmet, seatbelt, and signal violations. Read about the city's drive for safer roads.
Belagavi cracks down on littering with a new drive. Mayor & deputy mayor lead early morning patrols, tracing offenders via bills in garbage and imposing fines at homes. Read how the city is getting serious about cleanliness.
NBA and FIBA announce a new pan-European men's basketball league with a January application process. The league promises merit-based qualification and support for domestic leagues. Read the full details.
NBA fines Denver Nuggets' David Adelman & Minnesota Timberwolves' Chris Finch $35,000 each for referee outbursts. LA Clippers' Ivica Zubac suffers grade 2 ankle sprain. Details inside.
Jaipur's mobile courts imposed over ₹1 crore in fines in November, targeting drunk and reckless driving to enhance road safety. Read about the stringent penalties and key cases.
Municipal Corporation of Delhi intensifies anti-pollution drive, imposing fines totalling Rs 55 lakh in December for biomass burning, illegal dumping, and GRAP violations. Read about the enforcement actions.
Carolina Panthers face NFL fines after Week 15 loss to Saints. Offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu fined $11,593 for unnecessary roughness defending QB Bryce Young. Read the full details.
Delhi's MCD imposes hefty fines of Rs 33.95 lakh in a week on construction sites violating GRAP IV anti-pollution rules. Read about the crackdown and its impact.
Andhra Pradesh sees massive jump in electronic traffic challans but struggles to recover fines, with a 55% uncollected penalty rate in 2024. Data reveals a national enforcement gap.
South Western Railway detects over 7.7 lakh ticketless travel cases Jan-Nov 2025, a 10% jump. Bengaluru division sees highest violations. Officials cite increased checks and passenger volume.
Delhi High Court imposes costs on a 'serial litigant' for filing multiple petitions against illegal constructions with hidden agendas. The court emphasizes bona fide litigation. Read the full judgment.
The UAE faces unstable weather with heavy rain and strong winds until Friday. Authorities warn of traffic fines up to Dh2,000 and travel delays. Read for safety tips and forecasts.
A Bengaluru apartment association is under police scrutiny for allegedly collecting Rs 3 lakh in fines for drug abuse and sexual harassment. An FIR was filed suo motu on December 16. Read the full details.
A series of fatal accidents in Kolkata reveal a shocking pattern: vehicles with hundreds of pending traffic cases. Police propose stricter NOC rules for license renewals. Read more.
Bengaluru police probe Provident Sunworth apartment association for running an illegal justice system, imposing over Rs 3.3 lakh in fines for drug possession and other crimes. Read the full investigation details.
A Bengaluru apartment association faces police action for allegedly collecting Rs 3 lakh in fines from residents. An FIR was filed suo motu based on a whistleblower's petition.
The US Trade Representative warns of retaliatory sanctions on European companies like Spotify and Siemens if the EU continues its strict rules on American tech giants. Read the full details.
Saudi Arabia introduces strict new regulations for Hajj transport, including heavy fines and permit suspensions. Learn about the new application process, deadlines, and safety standards for millions of pilgrims.
Tamil Nadu struggles to collect traffic fines as unpaid penalties hit ₹2,122 crore in three years. Recovery rate drops to 24% in 2024. Read about the enforcement crisis.
EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne defends relaxing car emission targets as a pragmatic move amid industry challenges. The bloc's 2050 carbon neutrality goal remains unchanged. Full details inside.