New Noida Rules to Speed Up Building Plan Approvals
UP cabinet clears new regulations allowing Noida Authority to directly approve building maps on exchanged land, cutting court delays. Read how this benefits landowners.
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Child Dies at Ahmedabad Construction Site, Safety Norms Questioned
An 8-year-old boy died after falling at a Sabarmati construction site, highlighting the absence of child safety facilities where labourers' families live. Read more about the investigation.
Tragedy at 'Stranger Things' Filming Location: Teen Dies
A 19-year-old girl fell to her death while exploring the abandoned Briarcliff Building, famous as Hawkins Lab in Stranger Things. Police investigate the tragic incident.
Supervisor arrested for negligence after worker's fatal fall in Pune
A construction supervisor in Pune has been arrested under BNS for negligence after an 18-year-old migrant worker fell to his death from the 15th floor. No safety gear was provided. Read the full investigation details.
Prayagraj Seers Urge UP Govt to Declare City a Holy Pilgrimage Site
Prayagraj scholars demand official 'teerth kshetra' status for the city, seeking a 5-km sacred zone around Sangam. They also call for a ban on meat & alcohol and express concern over Hindu safety in Bangladesh. Read more.
Punjab's Unified Building Rules Launch in Ludhiana
Ludhiana adopts Punjab's unified building rules, enabling self-certification for structures up to 21m via eNaksha. Deemed approval in 10 days slashes red tape. Architects face strict accountability.
12 Children Rescued from Exploitative Construction Site in Guwahati
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
Unakoti: Tripura's Ancient Sculptural Mystery
Explore Unakoti, Tripura's enigmatic Shaivite site with colossal 7th-9th century rock carvings. Discover its myths, history, and new ₹12 crore push for tourism. Plan your visit!
Leopard in Bhayandar Building, 3 Residents Injured
A leopard entered a residential building in Bhayandar East on Friday, injuring three. Fire brigade and police are on the scene. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
Child dies in Bengaluru construction site accident
A young child lost their life after concrete blocks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru's Chinnappanahalli. Police cite lack of safety measures. Read the full report.
Major Fire at Hyderabad Construction Site, Gas Cylinder Explodes
A major fire destroyed 15 tin-roof quarters for construction workers at Candeur Crescent in Hyderabad. No casualties reported; short circuit suspected. Read the full report.
Student dies after fall from scaffold at Trichy construction site
An 18-year-old diploma student, S Gowtham, died after falling from a scaffold at a Trichy Airport construction site. He was gaining practical experience with his uncle.
Bengaluru: 4-Year-Old Dies as Bricks Fall from Building
A 4-year-old girl died and her two siblings were injured when hollow bricks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru. Read the full report on the tragic accident and the safety lapses involved.
Buxar heritage guards unpaid for 10 months, Diwali ruined
Two security guards at a protected heritage site in Buxar, Bihar, allege non-payment of salaries for 10 months, highlighting systemic failures in outsourced security for historical monuments. Read the full investigation.
Panchkula waste crisis: NGT orders ignored, garbage piles up
Despite NGT's October order, Panchkula's Jhuriwala site remains clogged with garbage, spilling onto highways and causing health hazards. Residents plan to approach the Deputy Commissioner.
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary Attracts Over 52,400 Visitors
Gujarat's Khijadiya bird sanctuary, a Ramsar site, saw over 52,400 visitors in 2024-25. Bird species rose to 332. It will be a model at Vibrant Gujarat Conference.
Surat: 192 Flats Evacuated After Construction Pit Collapse
A retaining wall collapse at a Surat construction site forced the evacuation of 192 apartments in Shiv Residency. Authorities suspend licenses of architect, engineer, and developer. Read for details.
Eurasian Coots Disappear from Vadodara's Wadhwana Lake
The iconic Eurasian coot, once carpeting Wadhwana Lake in Vadodara, is vanishing. Bird counts have crashed from 21,000 to 7,000. Experts cite water levels and food scarcity. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka HC Stops Tree Cutting at Bengaluru Railway Site
Karnataka High Court issues interim order protecting 371 trees near Cantonment Station. No trees can be cut without permission. Next hearing on Feb 13, 2026. Read the full story.
Porunai Museum in Tirunelveli to Open with Sivakalai Treasures
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurates the Porunai Museum in Tirunelveli on Dec 21. The museum will house rare Iron Age artefacts from Sivakalai, India's oldest such site. Discover the history!
Bengaluru Tree Cutting Stopped by Karnataka High Court
Karnataka High Court intervenes to protect Bengaluru's green cover, restraining tree felling at a Cantonment site and issuing notices to key ministries and state bodies. Read the full story.
Gurgaon MCG cancels building plan for hiding property dispute
Gurgaon MCG cancels a former councillor's building plan approval for concealing a property dispute. The plan, approved via HOBPAS, was revoked after a complaint. Details inside.
Thousands of Dinosaur Footprints Found in Italian Alps
Massive discovery of dinosaur footprints, likely from Plateosaurs, found on Alpine cliffs near a Winter Olympics site. The 200-million-year-old prints reveal ancient herds. Read more!
PMC's 15-day order: Install air sensors at construction sites
Pune Municipal Corporation mandates real-time air pollution sensors & LED indicators at large construction sites within 15 days. Non-compliance risks stop-work orders and fines. Learn the new rules.
Mumbai Air Pollution: HC Panel Finds Widespread Non-Compliance
A Bombay High Court panel reveals systemic failure in Mumbai's pollution control. Only 4 of 36 sites followed guidelines. Read the shocking details and what it means for citizens' health.
Indore Fights to Save Ramsar Site Sirpur Lake
Indore accelerates efforts to save Sirpur Lake from sewage-fueled water hyacinth. A new 20-MLD STP and phytoremediation aim to restore the Ramsar wetland. Read about the rescue plan.
Pillar Damaged at Historic Virupaksha Temple in Hampi
A stone pillar at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Virupaksha Temple in Hampi was found damaged. The ASI has initiated an investigation into the incident. Read more.
JDA demolishes building in Jaipur over approval row
A six-storey building in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar was demolished by JDA for lacking its permission. Owners claim JMC sanctioned the plan for Rs 1.25 lakh, highlighting a major coordination failure between civic bodies.
Illegal Constructions at Raigad Fort Prompt ASI Notice
ASI serves notice to ropeway firm for unauthorized constructions at Raigad Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Heritage experts warn of potential loss of status if violations continue. Read the full story.
Rs 2 Crore for Yahiyaganj Gurdwara Heritage Development in Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh to transform historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow into a major heritage tourism site with Rs 2 crore fund for conservation and visitor facilities. Explore the sacred site linked to two Sikh Gurus.
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