Nagpur's New Waste Plant Dry Run Starts at Bhandewadi

Nagpur Municipal Corporation begins dry run of new solid waste plant at Bhandewadi. The 10-acre facility, to be fully operational from Jan 20, will process 500 MT of fresh garbage daily, aiming for near-total scientific waste management.

Surrogate Ad Rules Stuck in Legal Grey Zone

India's guidelines to curb surrogate ads for alcohol & tobacco face indefinite delay due to legal hurdles under Consumer Protection Act. Industry seeks clarity as health experts warn of risks.

SIR Hearings Cause Panic, 3 Deaths in West Bengal

Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls leads to tragic deaths of elderly voters in West Bengal. Reports of panic, long queues, and harassment emerge as EC clarifies home visit policy. Read the full story.

TMC Urges EC to Ease Voter Harassment in Roll Revision

A Trinamool Congress delegation met the Bengal Chief Electoral Officer, demanding no harassment for voters during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. They sought exemptions for elderly and virtual hearings.

Nigeria Studies Rajasthan's Watershed Projects

A 26-member Nigerian delegation, including legislators and officials, visited Rajasthan to learn about its successful watershed management. Impressed by the state's water harvesting structures, they seek Indian government support to replicate the model.

Pune road deaths fall to 302 in 2025, lowest in 3 years

Pune sees a significant drop in fatal road accidents to 287 in 2025, with deaths falling to 302. However, grievous injury cases rise. Police credit targeted traffic interventions for the improvement. Read the full analysis.

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