Deep sea fishing vessel owners in Chennai are facing severe issues with BSNL satellite phones, including SIM replacement delays and skyrocketing recharge costs, despite the devices being crucial for emergency safety during fishing activities.
A 500-meter pontoon bridge over the Kosi River in Khagaria is being built at Rs 25.13 crore, promising to benefit 1 lakh people across 25 villages by cutting travel distances significantly.
Residents of Cheyyandane village in Madikeri taluk have halted road asphalting, alleging poor quality and demanding PWD officer presence and adherence to tender norms for the Rs 42 lakh project.
Jamshedpur Notified Area Committee plans to apply for 7-star Garbage Free City certification and compete for cleanest city title in 3-7 lakh population category in Swachh Survekshan 2025.
Jharkhand's census committee proposes May 16-June 14 for house listing for 2027 national census, pending central approval. Concerns raised over heatwave conditions during this period.
Ecofirst Services Limited, a Tata Group subsidiary, secures Rs 113 crore tender to design museums and exhibitions at Sabarmati Ashram redevelopment project worth Rs 1,200 crore in Ahmedabad.
Punjab records 48% reduction in road accident fatalities following Sadak Surakhya Force implementation, with other states seeking to replicate this successful safety model.
The Ponda Municipal Council declared the 40-year-old fish market building unfit, but demolition awaits GSUDA approval. The leaning structure threatens public safety near a nullah.
Karnataka transport minister Ramalinga Reddy advises vehicle owners to approach consumer courts after hundreds face pollution fines in other states despite holding valid PUCC certificates due to Vahan portal integration delays.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended innovative efforts by professionals in Bengaluru to address the growing sofa waste problem through creative solutions.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announced plans for 10,000 CCTV cameras, 10 gaushalas, and street dog shelters with sterilization at a Republic Day event.
Delhi Metro issues crucial travel advisory for Republic Day 2026. Know about early train timings, station closures, parking facilities and security arrangements for January 26.
Kolkata Metro reintroduces same-day return tickets using QR codes after 15 years, available across all lines to reduce congestion and save commuters time.
The 78.42-km Dimapur-Kohima railway line project is progressing steadily with a 2029 completion target. This strategic line will connect Nagaland's capital to the national rail network for the first time, enhancing regional connectivity.
Mumbai's suburban railway network will introduce 26 new air-conditioned local train services starting January 26, 2026. Central Railway and Western Railway will deploy these trains to replace existing non-AC services, enhancing passenger comfort during tr
Home Ministry awards 982 police, fire, home guard, civil defence and correctional services personnel with gallantry and service medals for Republic Day 2026. Jammu and Kashmir operations theatre receives highest bravery citations.
DMRC installs 20 km barricades at Delhi Metro Phase 4 sites to protect vehicles and pedestrians from winter fog hazards, ensuring construction safety.
On Republic Day eve, the Centre announced 982 service medals, with 125 for gallantry. Jammu & Kashmir and Maharashtra police personnel lead the tally for their courageous actions in challenging regions.
India observes National Voters' Day on January 25, 2026, emphasizing voter awareness and democratic participation. The day honors citizens' electoral rights and encourages youth enrollment.
Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan has commended Rajasthan's Raj-UNNATI initiative, modeled after PM Modi's PRAGATI system, for monitoring government projects and resolving public grievances.
An employment assistant in Chhattisgarh's Koriya district has been terminated after videos of an obscene dance performance at a government school playground went viral on social media.
Delhi Traffic Police announces comprehensive traffic restrictions and alternate routes for Republic Day 2026. Parade starts at 10:30 am from Vijay Chowk to Red Fort with NCR cities implementing special arrangements.
Odisha's Ama Bus service, once hailed as a public transport gamechanger, now faces mounting safety concerns amid rising accidents, prompting high court intervention and government reforms.
MCG establishes 117 Area Sabhas to boost citizen participation in local governance, but RWAs criticize their exclusion, fearing it undermines grassroots representation and accountability.
Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand has directed CRDA and Transco officials to accelerate the re-routing of 400 kV and 220 kV transmission lines in Amaravati's core capital area to support infrastructure development.
A technical fault in Uttar Pradesh's smart prepaid metering system prevents 8.48 lakh consumers from viewing electricity bills on UPPCL's app or portal, raising disconnection fears amid strict enforcement of dues recovery.
India's draft National Electricity Policy 2026 proposes automatic annual electricity bill increases if state regulators miss deadlines, sparking debate between financial viability and consumer protection.
Delhi PWD announces new flyover on Outer Ring Road connecting Keshopur to Haiderpur with Rs 9 crore allocated for feasibility study to ease traffic congestion in Northwest Delhi.
Indore Municipal Corporation demolished a 40-year-old dilapidated overhead water tank in Scheme 51, citing safety risks. The site will host a new zonal office while IMC launches a city-wide tank cleaning initiative.
Electricity supply fully restored in Mohali by Saturday afternoon after storm damage. Officials confirm complete restoration across city by 4pm following intensive repair work.