GTDC's Baga project faces GCZMA probe for CRZ norms
Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority investigates GTDC's Baga project for alleged CRZ violations. Hearings begin after complaints of work in a no-development zone. Details inside.
Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority investigates GTDC's Baga project for alleged CRZ violations. Hearings begin after complaints of work in a no-development zone. Details inside.
The NCC announces a major initiative to train 100,000 cadets for disaster response and sets up drone training hubs. A strategic move to bolster India's resilience.
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Kanpur dispatches 32 volunteers for 12-day disaster management training under the Aapda Mitra scheme. They will become first responders, equipped with emergency kits. Read more about this community resilience initiative.
PFRDA approves a new framework allowing banks to independently sponsor and manage NPS pension funds, aiming to enhance competition and protect subscribers. New trustees appointed and fee structure revised.
India's landmark National Sports Governance Act partially takes effect from January 1, 2026, establishing a new framework for sports bodies, a National Sports Board, and a Tribunal. Read about the key changes.
Indonesia mourns 67 victims of Sumatra floods, cancelling national New Year fireworks. Heavy rains triggered landslides, displacing thousands. Read about the disaster response and national mourning.
Udham Singh Nagar administration orders holiday for all schools and anganwadi centres on Monday following IMD's dense fog warning to ensure student safety during cold wave. Read details.
The Central Government has sanctioned Rs 601.92 crore for Himachal Pradesh for monsoon damage recovery. Former CM Jai Ram Thakur shares details of the PDNA-based assistance. Read more.
Maharashtra's State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM) proposal is under final govt review. The ₹184.94 crore Nagpur MIHAN campus aims to be a nodal hub for training and research. Read more.
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
Uttar Pradesh Disaster Management Authority outlines crowd control strategy for 44-day Prayagraj Magh Mela. Mock drills to begin Dec 27. Read details on safety preparations.
Greater Bengaluru Authority estimates Rs 111.2 daily cost per stray dog. NGOs question if this budget ensures basic welfare. Details on food, staffing, and shelter plans inside.
Noida Authority fines Blinkit Rs 1 lakh for solid waste management violations after inspection. Anti-plastic drives confiscate hundreds of kg of banned plastic across city markets.
Dharwad district administration, led by DC Divya Prabhu, issues crucial guidelines from the State Disaster Management Authority to combat the severe cold wave. Learn how to protect yourself.
Indian Railways and Nashik district administration plan to develop Ghoti railway station to manage crowds for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Read about the decongestion strategy.
Goa authorities seal Anjuna's Curlies Restaurant after NGT upholds demolition order. The action is part of a statewide crackdown on illegal coastal structures. Read the full story.
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Bihar's DMD, UN, and UNICEF held a 2-day DiDRR workshop in Patna to integrate disability inclusion into all disaster management stages. Experts stress inclusive design for effective response.
Noida Authority imposes a Rs 5 lakh penalty on Blinkit's cloud kitchen for flouting solid waste management rules and using banned plastic. Details on the inspection and wider crackdown inside.
Prayagraj gears up for Magh Mela with AI-based crowd control, 50 drones, and cyber help desks to ensure safety for an estimated 15 crore pilgrims. Full security plan revealed.
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.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
CWMA chairperson S K Haldar states Karnataka's Mekedatu reservoir cannot proceed until techno-commercial feasibility is established. The project is no longer pending with the authority.
On the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster, the Sambhavna Trust Clinic launched a comprehensive digital archive. This free repository offers vital information for researchers and survivors worldwide. Explore the history and ongoing impact.
Over 100 farmers staged a walkout protest in Thanjavur against the Supreme Court's nod for Karnataka's Mekedatu dam DPR. They demand Tamil Nadu govt take swift action to protect Cauvery water rights. Read more.
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
Greater Bengaluru Authority and BDA to jointly draft Bengaluru's new master plan, each handling their jurisdictions. The long-awaited update aims to shape the city's future growth.
Central govt allocates ₹582 crore from NDRF & ₹397 crore from SDRF to Himachal Pradesh for disaster preparedness & recovery. Details on past allocations & NDRF deployments inside.