Haridwar's Har-ki-Pauri ghat now features notice boards citing a 1916 municipal bylaw that restricts entry of non-Hindus. Ganga Sabha officials call for strict enforcement, while critics label the move discriminatory.
Signs at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar restrict entry to Hindus only during Kumbh Mela, raising questions about inclusivity and religious access at the holy site.
Police detained two Haridwar residents who wore 'sheikh' attire at Har Ki Pauri for a YouTube video, sparking demands to restrict non-Hindus at Ganga ghats during Kumbh Mela.
Indore's inaugural Jal Sunvai saw massive public turnout with 310 complaints recorded. Residents presented murky water samples, highlighting contamination, foul smells, and inconsistent supply across 85 wards.
KSU president Aloshious Xavier files PIL against Kerala govt's Nava Kerala survey, alleging misuse of public funds for political gain ahead of elections.
Indore Municipal Corporation and Mandsaur district administration will hold Jal Sunwai every Tuesday to resolve water-related complaints from citizens, following the Bhagirathpura deaths.
The government plans to reduce Jal Jeevan Mission funding from Rs 67,000 crore to Rs 17,000 crore due to pending Cabinet approval for scheme extension until 2028.
A Karnataka survey reveals 4,170 temples are missing, prompting a cleanup of records and payments. Officials cite boundary changes and Aadhaar-linked checks exposed fraud. Read more.
A violent altercation over a parking fee near Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar resulted in a man's death. Police have arrested two Haryana residents in connection with the murder. Details inside.
MP CM Mohan Yadav launches Swachh Jal Abhiyan for state-wide water testing & weekly public hearings after Indore deaths. Campaign aims to ensure clean drinking water for all.
Guwahati Jal Board launches a special water testing drive in South Central zone to ensure safe drinking water for 53,000 households. Read about the preventive measures and public safety initiative.
Goa government clarifies that rural villages included in the NAKSHA aerial survey will not be classified as urban. Officials aim to dispel fears about property takeover and explain the survey's benefits for land records and planning.
Haridwar Municipal Commissioner clarifies that rules restricting non-Hindus' entry at Har Ki Pauri are pre-Independence, not a new policy. Read the full facts here.
Indore, MP's industrial hub, is poised to become a 'Har Ghar Jal'-certified district. The state pushes for early declaration as it races to complete the Jal Jeevan Mission by March 2027, ahead of the national deadline. Read more.
The hit TV sitcom 'Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain' is coming to the big screen! 'Fun On The Run' releases on February 6, 2026, with the original cast. Get ready for the chaos!
Following the Indore water contamination tragedy, BJP MP Gyaneshwar Patil urges citizens to report issues proactively. Learn about the call for public accountability and PM Modi's 'Har Ghar Nal' vision.
Mumbai's SRA has surveyed over 8.8 lakh slum homes, collecting biometrics from 6.1 lakh residents. The crucial survey, key to slum rehabilitation, will now extend into 2026. Read the latest updates.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches the 2024 tiger census. The exercise will cover all forest ranges, including Bandipur and Nagarahole, using camera traps and field surveys.
A 2024 Jal Jeevan Mission survey reveals 87.8% of Punjab households are satisfied with tap water quality, lower than India's 92.4%. Discover district-wise data and key findings.
Himachal Pradesh outperforms national average in tap water access, quality, and regularity. Latest JJM report reveals 9 districts achieve 100% coverage. Discover the state's success story.
A new report reveals Haryana's Jal Jeevan Mission has not achieved full coverage, with districts like Mewat and Hisar facing severe water shortages. Read the key findings.
A new UK survey reveals a combustible mood, with 1 in 10 workers planning to quit in January. Deep career regret and a hunger for reinvention drive a potential mass exodus. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka's forest minister Eshwar Khandre announced 70% completion of the state's deemed forest survey, a critical step for conservation and land-use clarity. Read the latest updates.
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Mangaluru City Corporation starts a detailed ward-wise property survey to identify all holdings and improve tax revenue. The drive aims to bring clarity to nearly 90,000 pending properties.
The Congress party alleges conflict of interest in GRAAM's survey, questioning its founder's govt role. GRAAM asserts its professional, apolitical stance. Read the full details.
A Karnataka government survey reveals 91.31% believe elections are free and fair. BJP uses the report to counter Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' allegations. Details inside.
A Karnataka govt report reveals high public trust in EVMs and the 2024 election's integrity, contrasting Congress's 'vote chori' allegations. Read the full findings.
Pakistan's household internet penetration reaches 70%, as per the latest HIES survey launched by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal. Discover the digital growth trends.
Ludhiana district administration initiates a detailed ground survey in Lal Dora areas to identify illegal constructions and encroachments. The move aims to enforce building bylaws and ensure planned development.