IPS Officer Praveen Vashista Joins CVC as Vigilance Commissioner
Praveen Vashista, a 1991 batch IPS officer, has been appointed as vigilance commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission, restoring the body to its full three-member strength.
Category : Governance
AP FIRST Tech Hub Launched in Tirupati by Naidu
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu announces AP FIRST in Tirupati, a research and innovation hub with IIT Tirupati and IISER to boost aerospace, AI, and startups.
KMDA Repairs 26 Howrah Roads at Rs 26 Crore
Kolkata's KMDA is upgrading 26 road stretches in Howrah at Rs 26 crore, targeting accident-prone areas after a 35% rise in accidents due to potholes.
Dharwad Railway Gate Solution: Two Underpasses Nearing Finish
Two railway underpasses in Dharwad are nearing completion, ending long traffic delays on roads to Karnataka University and Haliyal-Dandeli. Vehicular traffic has already started using both stretches.
HC Questions IT Firm's Expertise for Temple Board Digital Audit
The Travancore Devaswom Board has hired KSITIL to prepare an RFP for digitising temple finances, but the Kerala High Court doubts the firm's technical capacity and demands a virtual assessment.
Coimbatore Revises Bird Park Plan, Cuts Costs
Coimbatore Corporation revises bird park DPR to reuse old zoo structures, cutting costs from Rs 10 crore to Rs 6-7 crore. Project to house 1,000 birds on 4.5 acres under PPP mode.
Govt Mandates AC-On Fuel Efficiency Tests for Cars
India's road transport ministry proposes mandatory testing of car fuel efficiency with AC on and off from October 2026 to provide realistic mileage figures for consumers.
Comedian stranded at Worli Metro due to broken lift
Wheelchair-bound comedian Karn Shah was left stranded at Worli metro station for 45 minutes due to a malfunctioning lift, with staff allegedly telling him to 'go home walking'.
India Mandates Low-Floor Buses from 2026
All new intra-city public buses manufactured from October 2026 must have low-floor design with 400mm height, improving accessibility for elderly, women, and disabled passengers.
Ahmedabad Buses to Get 1,000 AI Dashcams for Civic Monitoring
AMC plans to install dashcams on city buses to detect potholes, traffic violations, and encroachments using AI software. Tenders close January 30.
Govt Blocks 242 Illegal Betting Sites, 7,800+ Removed
The Centre has blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling website links today, intensifying enforcement under the Online Gaming Act to protect youth and curb financial harm.
Gujarat CM Directs Collectors on Efficiency, Grievance Redressal
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel emphasized honesty, integrity, and prompt grievance resolution at a collectors' conference in Gandhinagar, focusing on field visits and uniform policy implementation.
UP Gears Up for Census 2027 with Massive Training Drive
Uttar Pradesh begins preparations for Census 2027, training 5.5 lakh enumerators. House-listing exercise scheduled from May 22 to June 20, marking India's first digital census.
Navsari's Rs 112 Crore Water & Drainage Project Launched
Navsari Municipal Corporation initiates a major Rs 112 crore integrated project to provide reliable drinking water and proper sewage disposal in peripheral areas, addressing long-standing health concerns.
Chhattisgarh Suspends 31 in Paddy Procurement Irregularities
Chhattisgarh government takes strict action against officials and employees across 12 districts for paddy procurement fraud, fake purchases, and illegal deductions from farmers during Kharif season.
Ex-IPS Officer Sworn in as Vigilance Commissioner
Praveen Vashista, a retired IPS officer, has been sworn in as a Vigilance Commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission, marking a key appointment in India's anti-corruption framework.
UPSC Changes 2025 CSE Personality Test Date Due to Republic Day
UPSC cancels January 22, 2026 personality test for some candidates due to Republic Day parade rehearsal. New date set for February 27, 2026 forenoon session. Documents required and other updates included.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Pushes Youth Skilling for Strong India
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasizes skill development for youth as crucial for Viksit Bharat. She announces new initiatives and special centers for juvenile offenders.
PM Modi Flags Off Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Jan 17
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the inaugural Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train on January 17. This premium overnight service features 16 coaches and connects West Bengal to Assam.
Mumbai Metro Lift Failure Leaves Wheelchair User Stranded
A wheelchair user faced a terrifying ordeal at Worli Metro station when a broken lift left him stranded for 45 minutes. Emergency helplines failed, and staff reportedly told him to 'walk home', sparking online outrage over accessibility failures.
Delhi Liquor Sales Volatile Amid Policy Paralysis
Delhi's liquor market shows erratic sales patterns with beer consumption dropping 43% as the city awaits a new excise policy, extended multiple times since 2022.
Delhi Cycle Tracks Blocked, Cyclists Face Daily Danger
Cyclists in Delhi report dedicated lanes between Khanpur and Siri Fort are routinely blocked by buses and vehicles, forcing dangerous rides on main roads with near-miss accidents.
Chandigarh Probe into Cattle Deaths, Samples to CFSL
Chandigarh administration's special committee investigates cattle deaths at carcass centre and gaushala. Samples sent to CFSL, records seized, staff to be questioned. Inquiry must finish in one week.
Kavach Approved for Eastern Railway's 443-km Stretch in Bengal
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw approves indigenous Kavach system installation across 443 km of Eastern Railway network in Bengal at Rs 223.8 crore cost.
Lucknow Adopts Ahmedabad Model to Fight Waterlogging
Lucknow Municipal Corporation will implement Ahmedabad's storm-water management system to tackle chronic waterlogging and drain blockages during monsoons.
NCC Yuva Aapda Mitra Stall Debuts at Republic Day Camp
The 64 UP Battalion NCC from Lucknow University has launched a 30-day disaster management stall at the Republic Day Camp 2026 in New Delhi, showcasing youth preparedness under the Yuva Aapda Mitra Scheme.
IMD Marks 151 Years with Open Day in Lucknow
The India Meteorological Department opened its Lucknow office to the public for its 151st anniversary, showcasing weather forecasting equipment and releasing a Hindi magazine.
UP Cuts Salaries for Officials Not Using e-Office
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal directs salary cuts for officials refusing to use the e-Office system, making it part of annual confidential reports to enforce compliance across departments.
Jodhpur Launches Online Portal for Sanitation Worker Transfers
Jodhpur Municipal Corporation introduces an Employee Management System portal to digitize and bring transparency to sanitation worker transfers and data management.
Delhi QR Code System for On-Spot Traffic Challan Payments
Delhi Traffic Police introduces QR code scanning for immediate UPI payments of traffic challans, aiming to streamline the process and reduce pending cases.
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