India Adopts Global WLTP Vehicle Testing for Real-World Data

India mandates the Worldwide Harmonized Light Duty Test Procedure (WLTP) from April 2027, replacing the old MIDC standard. This move aligns with European norms, ensuring more accurate fuel-efficiency and EV-range data but may raise compliance costs.

Gurgaon Families Seek OC After 10 Years in Ansal Heights

Over 300 families in Gurgaon's Ansal Heights have appealed to Haryana authorities, alleging they've occupied the housing project for nearly a decade without a mandatory occupancy certificate, raising safety and legal concerns.

India's Footwear Industry Aims for Design-Led Growth

India's footwear industry is partnering with an Italian design institute to establish a university in Tamil Nadu, focusing on design education to move beyond contract manufacturing and capture higher global prices.

Ghaziabad Station Revamp Misses Deadline, 40% Work Done

The ambitious redevelopment of Ghaziabad railway station has missed yet another deadline, with only 40% of work completed over two years after its launch. Officials cite operational challenges on the busy Delhi-Howrah trunk line.

Temple Shutdown Crushes Tribal Strawberry Farmers' Hopes

The sudden closure of Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple for restoration has left hundreds of tribal strawberry farmers in Pune's Ambegaon tehsil struggling to sell their perishable crop, threatening their livelihoods and a promising agricultural initiative.

J&K Farmers Adopt High-Value Crops, Survey Shows

A recent survey highlights that farmers in Jammu and Kashmir are increasingly transitioning to high-value crops like saffron and apples, boosting agricultural productivity and income in the Union Territory.

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