AI, Drones Deployed for Magh Mela Crowd Management
Prayagraj gears up for Magh Mela with AI-based crowd control, 50 drones, and cyber help desks to ensure safety for an estimated 15 crore pilgrims. Full security plan revealed.
Category : Governance
Gurgaon's 5 Busy Junctions to Become Model Hubs
GMDA plans to redesign five key Gurgaon intersections with better markings, cameras, and enforcement to improve traffic discipline and pedestrian safety. Bus routes are also being optimised.
Lucknow's Urban Area Expands for Census 2027
Peripheral towns and villages near Lucknow will be included in the 2027 Census as part of the urban agglomeration, reflecting the city's growth. A similar approach will be adopted across Uttar Pradesh.
Haryana to give govt jobs to kin of 1984 riots victims
Haryana govt offers state jobs to one family member of those killed in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Applications open in Panchkula until Dec 18. Details inside.
UP Plans Hyperloop, Ropeways for Modern Transport Under Vision 2047
Uttar Pradesh govt unveils ambitious plan for high-speed corridors, hyperloop & ropeways to modernize transport. Varanasi to get India's first ropeway transit. Read the full strategy.
NGO protests Chandimandir toll plaza woes, seeks NHAI action
NGO Shivalik Vikas Manch submits memo to NHAI over Chandimandir toll plaza issues. New operator cuts local passes, ends online payments, causing traffic jams. Details inside.
Haryana Rights Panel Slams 5-Year Fire Safety Delay
Haryana Human Rights Commission expresses alarm over 5-year delay in procuring vital fire equipment like hydraulic platforms, calling it a direct threat to public safety in high-rises.
Odisha engineer held for misappropriating Rs 9.70 lakh
Odisha Vigilance arrests junior engineer Ratnesh Kumar Pandey for embezzling Rs 9.70 lakh meant for street lights in Kendrapada. Case filed under Prevention of Corruption Act. Read details.
Delhi CM Reviews Sunehri Nullah Desilting, Barapullah Corridor
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inspected the Sunehri Nullah desilting, aiming to solve waterlogging. 14,000 tonnes of silt cleared. Barapullah Phase-III corridor progress also reviewed. Read for details.
Push for 100% Waqf Registration on Umeed Portal
Govt advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir urges full registration of waqf properties on Umeed portal, addressing rural fears. Telangana has achieved 74% registration so far.
Gadkari seeks details on action against highway contractors
Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari demands reports on show-cause notices to contractors for substandard highway work. Agencies given 15 days to submit details.
Patna-Ara Road Closure for 7 Months from Dec 18
Major traffic disruption between Patna and Ara as Shivala-Kanhauli road closes for over 7 months for NHAI's elevated road project. Check diversion routes and school vehicle timings.
Bengaluru Street Vendors Face Eviction Despite Protection Law
Thousands of Bengaluru street vendors face eviction without designated zones, despite the 2014 Protection Act. Officials cite obstruction, while vendors plead for livelihood. Read the full report.
Patna bans physical training at Gandhi Maidan
Patna bans organised physical training at Gandhi Maidan due to extensive damage. Activities shifted to Ganga Ghats. New traffic, security measures announced.
Book APSRTC Bus Tickets on WhatsApp via Mana Mitra
APSRTC passengers can now book bus tickets on WhatsApp using Mana Mitra (9552300009). Learn the simple steps for hassle-free advanced reservations and ticket confirmation.
TTD's New Automated Donation Policy for Tirumala Cottages
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams introduces a fully automated, transparent cottage donation policy to eliminate manipulation. New rules include donor nominees, CCTV surveillance, and clear accountability.
Key Patna-Ara road shut for over 7 months from Dec 18
A crucial road between Patna and Ara will be closed for over seven months for an elevated road project. Check new diversion routes and special timings for school vehicles here.
Bengaluru Water Supply Disruption: Areas Affected
Bengaluru faces water supply disruptions today due to maintenance work by BWSSB. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Lokayukta Raid on Mandya Panchayat Manager, ₹1.5 Cr Seized
Karnataka Lokayukta raids Panchayat Raj Department manager in Mandya, seizing assets worth ₹1.5 crore. Details on the corruption probe and seized valuables inside.
PMC's 15-day order: Install air sensors at construction sites
Pune Municipal Corporation mandates real-time air pollution sensors & LED indicators at large construction sites within 15 days. Non-compliance risks stop-work orders and fines. Learn the new rules.
Archna Vyas Appointed India Director of Gates Foundation
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation appoints Archna Vyas as its new India Country Director. She becomes the first woman to lead the India office, aiming to support Viksit Bharat 2047.
Rs 2 Crore for South Delhi Footbridge, Subway Maintenance
Delhi's PWD earmarks Rs 2+ crore for 2025-26 to enhance cleanliness and safety of foot overbridges and subways in south and south-east Delhi through comprehensive maintenance.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
Delhi Traffic Fines Now Payable via BBPS on UPI
Delhi Traffic Police partners with SBI to enable Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) for challan payments on all UPI platforms, boosting digital governance and convenience.
Bombay HC allows BMC to cut 45,000 mangroves for coastal road
Bombay High Court grants BMC permission for Mumbai Coastal Road project affecting 102 hectares of mangroves. BMC commits to compensatory afforestation with a 10-year monitoring plan. Details inside.
Mumbai Suburban Rail to Get 7th & 8th Lines on Thane-Kalyan Corridor
Mumbai's crucial suburban rail network is set for a major upgrade with two new lines between Thane and Kalyan, aiming to decongest the vital corridor and boost capacity. Read about the project's details and impact.
Delhi: No fuel for vehicles without PUC from Dec 18
Delhi Minister Saurabh Sirsa announces a strict rule: vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will be denied fuel at pumps starting December 18. Owners have one day to comply.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Blames Past Govts for Waterlogging
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inspected desilting at Sunehri Nala, calling waterlogging and pollution legacy issues. She criticized previous Congress and AAP administrations for the problems.
Archna Vyas Named First Female India Head of Gates Foundation
Archna Vyas appointed as the first female Country Director for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in India. She will lead key initiatives aligned with Viksit Bharat. Read more.
Delhi bans coal, firewood in hotel tandoors to fight pollution
Delhi Pollution Control Committee mandates all eateries to switch to clean fuel tandoors. The ban, under the Air Act, aims to curb emissions as AQI remains poor. Read details.
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