2 Labourers Die in Ahmedabad Building Site Accident
Two workers from Rajasthan died after a wooden platform collapsed in Ahmedabad's Ambawadi. Police cite negligence in safety measures. Read the full investigation details.
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Bengaluru Group's Public Safety Debate Gains Traction
A Bengaluru initiative, 'Text when you get home', highlights that safety is about daily micro-decisions. Founder Devina S discusses building collective awareness. Read more.
Indore Water Contamination: 7 Dead, 162 Hospitalised
A probe into the Indore water contamination incident reveals severe lapses in the supply system. Seven dead, 162 in hospitals. Officials scramble for answers.
Goa Pub Fire Probe Finds Illegal Construction, No Licence
The Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people occurred in a structure illegally built on a salt pan and operating without a licence, a probe report reveals. Read the shocking details.
Haryana orders probe into Rs 1,500 crore workers' board scam
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij recommends a state or central agency probe into an alleged Rs 1,500 crore scam in the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Massive irregularities found in work slips and registrations.
Gurgaon: 1 killed, 2 hurt in building wall collapse
A labourer died and two were injured after a basement wall collapsed at a Gurgaon construction site. Rescue teams rushed to Sector 56. Police investigation is underway.
Hisar: 1 dead, 1 hurt in factory wall collapse
A demolition worker was killed and another injured after a wall collapse at an abandoned factory in Hansi, Hisar. Police are investigating the incident.
Court acquits 3 in 2009 acid attack, cites police lapses
A Delhi court acquitted three men in a 2009 acid attack case, citing a 'shoddy' police probe. The judge criticized the investigation officer for being 'non-serious from day one'. The victim waited 16 years for justice.
Nagpur: Contractor Spared in Fatal Construction Site Accident
Pachpaoli police book only tanker driver, not contractor, after fatal accident on flyover stretch. Residents flag ongoing safety hazards, dust, and chaos. Details inside.
3 Die in Hyderabad After Falling Into Under-Construction Culvert
Three young men died after their bike fell into a deep, unmarked pit on an under-construction road in Sanga Reddy. Read the full details of this heartbreaking accident.
Court acquits Delhi riots accused, criticises police probe
A Delhi court acquits two men in a 2020 riots case, highlighting serious police lapses in evidence collection and witness testimony. Read the full details of the judicial rebuke.
Goa Nightclub Fire Probe Exposes Major Safety Lapses
A magisterial inquiry reveals shocking safety failures behind the deadly Goa nightclub fire. Read the full report on the lapses and accountability.
Nagpur Students Risk Lives on Dangerous Road to School
Over 500 students in Nagpur face daily hazards on a treacherous road near schools due to NHAI flyover work. Parents demand urgent safety measures. Read more.
Bettiah ATM Robbery Leads to Police Suspensions
Three sub-inspectors suspended and eight personnel face salary hold after lapses during Rs 24 lakh ATM heist in West Champaran. Internal probe reveals negligence in night patrol.
MLA Mahesh Tenginakai Inaugurates Build Expo-2025 in Dharwad
Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA Mahesh Tenginakai inaugurated Build Expo-2025 at Karnatak College ground. The expo highlights sustainable construction tech and connects industry stakeholders. Read more.
Court acquits 5 in Delhi riots case, flags probe lapses
A Delhi court acquitted five men in a 2020 Northeast Delhi riots arson case, highlighting unreliable police testimonies and a 'mechanical' investigation. Over 80% of decided cases have ended in acquittals.
Nagpur flyover work leaves roads damaged, commuters at risk
Prolonged construction of Nagpur's Y-shaped flyover has severely damaged roads on the Kadbi-Mominpura stretch, causing daily hazards and traffic snarls. Residents demand urgent action.
SFIO Probes IndusInd Bank Over Rs 1,960 Cr Derivatives Loss
Serious Fraud Investigation Office opens formal probe into IndusInd Bank's accounting lapses tied to internal derivative trades, which eroded net worth by 2.3%. Read the full details.
Gujarat HC Overturns Death Penalty in Incest, Murder Case
Gujarat High Court acquits a man sentenced to death for impregnating and killing his minor daughter, citing major lapses in DNA evidence handling and procedural flaws.
Chandigarh Court Acquits Man Due to Procedural Flaws
A Chandigarh court acquitted a Mohali man in a proclaimed offender case, citing failure to follow mandatory legal procedure under Section 195 CrPC. Read the full legal analysis.
Ulhasnagar orders demolition of faulty Rs 52 crore roads
Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation directs MMRDA to demolish and reconstruct cracked roads at contractor's cost after quality failures. A third-party inspection by VJTI ordered.
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.
Surat Fire Destroys Godadara Warehouses, Safety Questioned
A massive fire gutted furniture and garment warehouses in Surat's Godadara, raising serious questions about fire safety norms and municipal oversight. Read the full report on the incident and its implications.
Two construction workers electrocuted in Chennai
Two construction workers died after being electrocuted while erecting scaffolding in Old Perungalathur, Chennai. The tragic incident highlights safety risks for laborers. Read the full report.
Fog, Safety Lapses Turn Amritsar BRTS Deadly Again
A 22-year-old man was killed after his scooter collided with a BRTS pillar in Amritsar amid dense fog and alleged safety failures. Read about the recurring dangers on this corridor.
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.
Massive beam falls from Chennai metro site, officials suspended
A shocking video shows a heavy metal beam falling from a CMRL work site on Chennai's OMR. Officials confirm suspensions and a fine. Details on the narrow escape and investigation inside.
CAG flags gaps in Maharashtra construction worker welfare
A CAG audit reveals poor registration, safety lapses, and massive fund under-utilisation for Maharashtra's construction workers from 2017-22. Read the key findings and official response.
Bhopal flyover work disrupts life, raises safety concerns
Construction of an elevated road on Bhopal-Indore highway through Bairagarh market causes severe traffic, pollution, and safety risks. Traders demand urgent action.
Israel to Regulate Highway Project Contractors
Israel's government announces new regulations for highway contractors following a fatal accident. The move aims to enhance safety and oversight in infrastructure projects.
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