State Orders Strict Road Construction Norms for Ludhiana MC
Local Bodies Department directs Ludhiana MC to enforce road quality norms, mandatory lab tests & on-site supervision to ensure smooth travel and prevent fund wastage.
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Rohtak Farmers Pin Hopes on ₹1,2K Cr Drainage Projects
Farmers in Rohtak face crop losses from waterlogged fields. New ₹1,200 crore drainage projects promise relief. Will this end the decades-long waterlogging crisis? Read more.
Surat: 4 units shut for illegal chemical waste dumping
GPCB shuts four Surat units for dumping 50 tonnes of chemical waste from Bharuch into city drains. A Rs 25 lakh fine imposed and water connections cut. Full details on the busted racket inside.
Man dies after bike falls into bridge construction pit in Amreli
A 38-year-old tea stall owner died after his motorcycle plunged into a pit on Liliya Road in Amreli. His wife and niece were injured. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
SC exempts off-road industrial equipment from road tax
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court ruled that heavy construction and industrial equipment used within premises are not liable for road tax, providing major relief to sectors like cement and mining. Read the full details.
Patiala farmers sue Punjab Drainage Dept over land grab
Farmers from Dudhan Gujran village file civil suit against Punjab officials for illegally altering 13 acres of land for Tangri River drainage work without compensation. Read their legal battle.
Patna Metro Work Must Not Affect Drainage: Commissioner
Patna Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena orders engineers to safeguard city drainage during metro construction. Special teams deployed to monitor major nalas and prevent waterlogging. Read for details.
Telangana's 5-Day Road Safety Drive Targets Youth, Students
Telangana launches a 5-day Road Suraksha Abhiyan 2026 to combat rising accidents. Justice Koshy reveals a 5.6% surge in 2025, with 24,826 cases. Learn about the campaign's focus on student awareness and curriculum integration.
Mohali's Rs 7 Cr Drainage Project Gets Nod to End Waterlogging
A major Rs 7 crore drainage project in Mohali gets approval, promising relief from chronic waterlogging for residents of Sector 70, Phase 7, and adjoining areas with a new underground pipeline.
Mumbai's 386 Flood Spots: Why Drains Fail at 55mm Rain
Mumbai's monsoon nightmare worsens as extreme rain overwhelms drains built for 55mm/hour. With 386 flooding spots and aging infrastructure, urgent civic action is needed. Read more.
Man held for stealing 2,5-tonne NH construction materials
Kallambalam police arrested Vinod (37) for stealing steel pipes and iron rods meant for highway works. Materials recovered from a Paravur scrap shop. Read the full investigation details.
Gandhinagar typhoid outbreak linked to contaminated water
Over 100 suspected typhoid cases in Gandhinagar after drainage water mixed with drinking supply. Health teams on war footing, pipeline repairs underway. Details inside.
Bamboo Planting Risks: Hidden Damage to Homes Explained
Planting bamboo for privacy can backfire. Learn how running bamboo damages house foundations, blocks drains & causes disputes. Essential guide for Indian homeowners.
Two killed in Unnao hit-and-run, car driver flees
Two young labourers on a motorcycle were killed in a hit-and-run accident on Hardoi-Unnao road near Raukarna intersection. The speeding car driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
Chandigarh begins Rs 21 lakh drainage work in Sectors 45, 46
Chandigarh MC starts a Rs 21 lakh drainage project in Sectors 45 & 46 to combat waterlogging. Completion expected in a month. Read about local concerns and project details.
Ex-ZP Member Raises Alarm Over Bhiwani Sanitation Crisis
Former Zila Parishad member highlights severe sanitation and drainage issues in Bhiwani's wards, urging immediate civic action to prevent health hazards.
Bihar's Major Road Infrastructure Overhaul with New Highways
Bihar embarks on a massive road infrastructure transformation with its first six-lane national highway and four new expressways. Key projects like Varanasi-Aurangabad to be completed by 2026, slashing travel time and boosting the economy. Read more.
Baghpat serves notices to 29 illegal colonies, school
Baghpat authorities serve notices to 29 illegal colonies and a private school for unauthorized construction. Demolition looms if violations are not rectified. Read the full story.
Bhopal Road Project Lacks Drainage, Residents Fear Flooding
Residents in Bhopal raise alarm over a major road construction project lacking a proper drainage system, fearing severe waterlogging and property damage during monsoon. They demand immediate corrective action.
Kolkata Pushes for Emergency Canal Dredging to Avert Floods
Kolkata Municipal Corporation urges immediate dredging of key outfall canals after drone survey reveals heavy siltation. Action needed to prevent urban flooding during monsoons.
Rs 1.52 Crore Development Works Approved for Khera Village
The Yamunanagar Municipal Corporation has sanctioned Rs 1.52 crore for crucial infrastructure upgrades in Khera village, including roads, drainage, and street lighting. Learn about the project details and timeline.
Vijayawada neglected for 10 years, key project stalled
Vijayawada, crucial to Andhra's capital region, has seen no major infrastructure project completion in a decade. Residents and entrepreneurs decry systematic neglect despite the city's economic contribution. Read more.
Jaipur's First Eco Block Water Harvesting Project
Jaipur Development Authority launches a Rs 2.5 crore Eco Block project to recharge groundwater in Kalwar Road & Khirni Phatak. A first for the city, this tech promises sustainable water management. Read more.
Boy, 4, drowns in open drainage pit in Namakkal
A four-year-old boy drowned in an uncovered drainage pit in Namakkal on New Year's evening. The corporation has issued a notice to the contractor, and the family has been granted compensation.
Rs 664.67 Crore Sanctioned for Chhattisgarh Road Projects
Union Ministry sanctions Rs 664.67 crore for upgrading 174 km of roads in Chhattisgarh. The projects aim to boost connectivity in remote and Naxal-affected areas. Read more.
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.
Rohtak Villages Get Permanent Waterlogging Relief Plan
Haryana's Rohtak district launches a Rs 4.5 crore project to end waterlogging in 12 villages. The plan includes new drains and culverts for permanent relief.
NHAI to widen NH-16 drains in Vijayawada with Rs 10 crore
NHAI will soon invite tenders to widen and deepen drain canals on NH-16 from Ramavarappadu to Nidamanuru in Vijayawada, aiming to solve chronic water stagnation and road damage. The Rs 10 crore project promises completion within 100 days of tender finalis
Trichy's Rs 3.7 Cr Super Sucker Truck Clears UGD Block
Trichy Corporation successfully trialed a new Rs 3.7 crore super sucker truck to clear a major drainage block on Puthur Main Road. Read how this advanced machine enhances civic maintenance.
Maurya Reviews Slow Ganga Bridge Work in Prayagraj
Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya inspected the six-lane Ganga bridge in Prayagraj, expressing displeasure over delays. He ordered officials to expedite work for a May 2026 deadline. Read more.
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