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.
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.
The 2025 Hong Kong Entrepreneurs Forum in Guangzhou fostered GBA collaboration, featuring key speakers and focusing on innovation and youth entrepreneurship. Discover the key outcomes.
Prayagraj police have formed two special teams to arrest five juveniles accused of assaulting a Class XI student near Salori. The incident stemmed from a prior clash between rival student groups. Read for details.
Two separate fires broke out in Gurgaon on Tuesday morning—one at a plastic waste processing site and another at a tyre warehouse. Thick toxic smoke hampered operations, but no casualties were reported. Read the full details.
Slovenia joins Europe's digital nomad visa trend, offering remote workers a one-year stay. Learn eligibility, income requirements (€3,200/month), and how to apply for this Schengen opportunity.
Ranchi administration demolishes encroachments on RIMS ground in Bariatu. Drive follows Jharkhand High Court order, targets 15 buildings. Read the latest updates.
Uttarkashi police propose establishing six new police outposts in remote border areas to replace the revenue police system, aiming to improve security and local access. SP Kamlesh Upadhyay details the plan.
Karnataka RERA holds builders accountable for insuring common areas. A recent order directs a Bengaluru developer to submit insurance docs after a clubhouse fire, protecting residents from repair costs.
Telangana's 'Rising-2047' vision aims to connect every corner of the state to Hyderabad within two hours through massive road expansion and multi-sector development. Discover the ambitious roadmap.
Ten Maoists, carrying a combined reward of Rs 2.36 crore, surrendered in Madhya Pradesh, laying down AK-47 and INSAS rifles. Read the full details of this major security development.
A tragic road accident in Maharashtra's Nashik district claims five lives after a car falls into a deep gorge in the Wani area. Police investigation is underway.
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.
Mohali industrialists highlight severe civic issues like poor roads and erratic water supply, demanding immediate action from authorities to improve industrial infrastructure.
Gamanagatti industrial area near Hubballi-Dharwad bypass gets a 7-metre-wide service road after years of struggle. The 1.5 km connectivity project promises economic revival and easier transport. Read more.
A chlorine gas leak at a ferric sulphate unit in Ratlam's Jaora Industrial area caused panic, sending 5 workers to hospital. Police and rescue teams rushed to the spot. Read the full report.
Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains pledges to end the decades-long land dispute in Nangal, calling BBMB's claim illegal. A high-powered committee will examine records.
Jammu and Kashmir Police seized banned propaganda materials during a search in Pulwama's Tahab area. The operation aims to curb anti-national activities. Read the full details.
Gudem village in Mancherial boycotts elections for 40+ years over ST seat reservations, leading to severe water scarcity, land devaluation, and job losses. Read how a political standstill cripples development.
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.
Nagpur district attracts massive Rs 1 lakh crore industrial investments in a year, with another Rs 78,000 crore in pipeline. Major job creation expected from projects by JSW, Avaada, Pernod Ricard & others. Read more.
A worker's death triggered a major strike in Surat's Bamroli textile hub, halting 150 units. Workers demand higher wages as owners and police negotiate. Read the full story.
NKDA issues stop operation notices to 37 residential buildings in New Town, Kolkata, for illegally running hotels and guest houses without fire safety permissions. Read the full crackdown details.
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.
Residents and businesses in Greater Noida's Alpha 1 commercial belt urge authorities for a multi-level parking facility to solve severe traffic and parking woes affecting over 8,000 units. Read more.
A massive fire broke out at an ice-cream factory in Jaipur's Bais Godam Industrial Area early Thursday. Ten fire tenders fought for seven hours to control it. Read the full report.
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.
Mohan Singh, a crane operator at a Barhi steel factory, was found dead in his rented room. Police await post-mortem report. Details on the ongoing investigation.