Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw declares safety is non-negotiable. Zones failing safety targets will be ineligible for awards, regardless of other performance. New tech portal for staff ideas launched.
A govt study identifies 100 districts with high road fatalities. Ministers meet to launch Data-Driven Hyperlocal Interventions (DDHI) for targeted action to achieve zero road deaths.
Margao Municipal Council's beautification project successfully transforms 3 of 10 identified waste dumping black spots. Officials credit improved aesthetics and vigilance for the change. Read how the model will be replicated.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces a 200-nautical-mile waterway network to connect MMR suburbs with Navi Mumbai Airport and Nariman Point, aiming to benefit 16 million passengers.
The government has allocated office space in the new Kartvya Bhawan-2 for ministries like Defence and Education, marking a historic shift from the colonial-era South and North Blocks. This paves the way for the Yugeen Yugeen Bharat Museum.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces end of colonial-era black prince coats in railways. PM Modi pushes to identify and replace such practices with Indian alternatives.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren launched the Abua Dishom Budget Portal & app, inviting public suggestions for the state budget until Jan 17. Top contributors will be honoured.
Tripura showcases its national-leading business reforms and SWAAGAT portal to Bihar in a high-level knowledge exchange, promoting cooperative federalism in governance.
A collision between a BRTS bus and a private car in Hubballi reignites safety concerns. Despite ANPR cameras, enforcement remains weak as private vehicles freely use the dedicated lane. Read more.
Delhi government deploys 1275 kg of chicken meat to lure black kites away from Republic Day airshow route. A unique strategy to ensure bird-free skies for fighter jets.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urges Indian Railways to reach a new level for Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. He presented the 70th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar to 100 officials.
Trichy launches a massive public survey, 'Unga Kanava Sollunga', to record aspirations of 7.1 lakh families. The initiative aims to gauge govt scheme reach & shape future policies. Read more.
Maharashtra govt grants approval for a Rs 923 crore 4G/5G-based traffic system at 869 accident-prone spots across 36 districts. Aim: reduce accidents & improve real-time monitoring.
Central Railway's Bhusawal division stations a state-of-the-art High Speed Accident Relief Train (HS-SPART) at Manmad Junction, featuring an onboard operation theatre and advanced rescue gear for swift emergency response ahead of Kumbh Mela 2026-28.
Delhi government launches a massive project to replace 7,900 km of old power cables by 2026, aiming to eliminate outages and ensure a clean, reliable electricity supply for the capital.
Tamil Nadu government partners with Meta to launch 'Namma Arasu', a WhatsApp chatbot providing 51 citizen services in Tamil and English. Access bill payments, certificates, and more on +91 7845252525.
Gurgaon's MCG accelerates property tax recovery, collecting Rs 30 crore in 1.5 months and sealing 55 properties. The civic body now targets illegal commercial activities in residential areas to boost revenue for city development.
Delhi government deploys a unique plan, distributing 1,275 kg of chicken meat to keep black kites away from the Republic Day airshow route. Learn how this strategy ensures a safe and spectacular display.
Indian Railways launches its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Kamakhya route. Get details on schedule, 13 stoppages, 14-hour journey, and ticket prices starting at Rs 2,300. Book now!
NHAI enters Guinness Book for constructing 75 km in 105 hours & laying 2,500 km of bituminous concrete in a day on Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Expressway. Read about this engineering marvel.
Karnataka's Chief Secretary reviews new cab pickup rules at KIA to ease passenger congestion. The plan includes a dedicated holding area and tech solutions for smoother transit.
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India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches next week, connecting Howrah and Guwahati at 130 kmph. A Make in India marvel, it promises faster, safer travel. Read more.
Despite being flagged as structurally unsafe by PWD and IIT Roorkee, the Rahon-Machhiwara bridge in Nawanshahr remains open to overloaded tipper trucks, many carrying illegally mined sand, posing a major public safety risk.
Tamil Nadu launches 'Namma Arasu' WhatsApp chatbot, offering 50+ govt services like certificate downloads, bill payments, and grievance filing. Accessible in Tamil & English, it aims to bridge the digital divide.
Residents of Greater Noida's Sector P3 launch a unique community drive against littering, using appreciation tokens and selfies. GNIDA supports with door-to-door waste collection and plans for hanging dustbins.
Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria says a one-year mayoral term hampers city development. New models, including longer tenures, are under review for approval by the Centre.
The government appoints IPS officer Anand Swaroop as Special Secretary (Internal Security) at MHA. ACC also approves Anupama Nilekar Chandra as NHRC DG (Investigation). Read the full story for details.
Bihar recorded a historic 122 corruption FIRs in 2025, nearly double the 25-year average. Bribery cases formed 81% of the total. Read about the intensified crackdown and new prosecution strategies.