New Building Norms Exclude Many Homes from Fire Safety Rules
India's new National Building Construction Standards exclude residential buildings under 24 meters from fire safety provisions, raising concerns over safety in multi-storey homes.
Category : Governance
Haryana Omnibus Bill for Time-Bound Business Approvals
Haryana government plans to introduce an Omnibus Bill in the Monsoon session to ensure time-bound approvals within 30 days, aiming to boost investment and ease of doing business.
Belagavi Well Tragedy: Two Children Drown Due to Negligence
Two boys drowned in a well in Belagavi after a parapet collapsed. Residents blame administrative negligence and lack of safe swimming facilities.
Bihar Excise Dept Introduces Time-Bound Land Registration Error Correction
Bihar's excise department launches a transparent SOP to fix digital land registration errors within 3-22 days, ensuring verification and quarterly audits.
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Tourism Minister Reviews Shravani Mela Preparations in Deoghar
Jharkhand tourism minister Sudivya Kumar chaired a review meeting for Shravani Mela, directing officials to enhance facilities, safety, and pilgrim stay. VIP darshan suspended for general convenience.
Bihar Emerging as Talent Hub, Says Maritime Union Leader
Maritime Union of India general secretary Capt Savio Ramos called Bihar a talent hub for seafarers, urged safety corridors, and announced enhanced compensation for families of deceased seafarers.
Dhanbad Civic Body Defends Stray Dog Control After Boy's Death
After a five-year-old boy was mauled to death by stray dogs, Dhanbad Municipal Corporation claims progress in canine control, but activists dispute the claims.
5 Crore Cases Pending in Indian Courts: Minister
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal stated that around 5 crore cases are pending in Indian courts, with 70,000 in the Supreme Court, 26-27 lakh in high courts, and 4.5 crore in lower courts. He outlined steps to reduce pendency.
Delhi Non-GST Revenue Up 13% in FY26 on Stamp, Excise, Vehicle Tax
Delhi's non-GST revenue is projected to increase by 13% in FY26, driven by higher collections from stamp duty, excise, and vehicle taxes, boosting the city's fiscal health.
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Census Self-Enumeration Ends with 48.50 Lakh Participants in Bihar
The self-enumeration phase of the Census in Bihar concluded with 48.50 lakh participants, with 46.82 lakh completing the process. The door-to-door survey phase began on May 2 and will continue till May 31.
BWSSB collects Rs 12.1 crore from OTS notices
BWSSB collected Rs 12.1 crore from the first batch of 56,765 OTS notices, with over 2.1 lakh notices dispatched. The scheme aims to recover Rs 471.5 crore in principal dues while waiving Rs 252.3 crore interest.
Three ANMs transferred for demanding money for delivery
Three auxiliary nurse midwives at Panki CHC in Palamu were transferred to Ayushman Arogya Mandirs after allegedly demanding Rs 10,000 for a normal delivery, following CM Hemant Soren's directive.
Gurgaon Bans Stubble Burning Under BNSS to Curb Air Pollution
Gurgaon district administration imposes immediate ban on crop residue burning under Section 163 of BNSS, 2023, citing public health and environmental risks. Violators face legal action as stubble burning incidents drop nearly 90% statewide.
No Move to Replace Aadhaar Details with QR Code: Govt
The government has clarified that there is no plan to replace Aadhaar details with QR codes, addressing recent speculation.
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Central Govt to Organise Pan-India Fire Safety Week
The central government will hold a nationwide 'Fire Safety Week' from May 4 to 10, featuring awareness campaigns, mock drills, and capacity-building exercises across all states and UTs.
Rain Exposes Cracks at Ludhiana Grain Market
Recent rains have revealed cracks in the infrastructure of Ludhiana's Gill Road grain market, raising concerns about safety and the need for urgent repairs.
Haryana CM Orders Adequate Water Supply
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has instructed officials to guarantee sufficient water supply across the state, emphasizing the need for efficient management and distribution to meet demands.
MP Boat Tragedy Death Toll Hits 12, One Missing
The death toll in the Madhya Pradesh boat tragedy has climbed to 12, with rescue teams still searching for one missing person. The incident occurred on Sunday when an overcrowded boat capsized in the Narmada river.
Panic as India Tests New Cell Broadcast Disaster Warning System
Lakhs across India received piercing alerts during a nationwide test of a new cell broadcast disaster warning system, causing brief panic before relief set in.
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Rising E-Waste, Weak Recycling Challenge Karnataka
Karnataka faces a growing e-waste crisis with weak recycling infrastructure. The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy aims to improve regulation and management of electronic waste.
Karnataka Govt Sets Rules to Streamline Litigation
Karnataka government introduces new rules to streamline litigation, aiming to reduce pendency and improve efficiency in legal proceedings across the state.
Bombay HC Acts on Heatwave at Exam Centres in Vidarbha
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court took suo motu cognisance of extreme heatwave conditions at exam centres in Vidarbha, directing authorities to ensure basic facilities for NEET and other tests.
Chandigarh MC Forms Water Management Cell for Sustainability
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation has constituted a water management cell to ensure short-term and long-term water sustainability, focusing on non-revenue water, low-pressure areas, illegal borewells, and tubewell management.
MC to Procure 10 New Water Tankers for Summer Water Supply
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation will purchase 10 stainless steel water tankers at Rs 4 crore to boost water supply in crisis-hit colonies during summer, replacing old ones.
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Prof Ashok Kumar New Medical Superintendent at PGI
Prof Ashok Kumar has been appointed as the new medical superintendent at PGI Chandigarh, succeeding Dr Vipin Kaushal. He will also continue as head of hospital administration.
GBA Sets May End Deadline for Road Asphalting Works
The GBA has set a May end deadline for road asphalting works in Bengaluru to ensure timely completion and quality standards.
Nagpur: 3,500 Self-Enumerations on Day 1 of Digital Census
Nagpur Municipal Corporation reports 3,500 self-enumerations on the first day of the 15-day digital census drive. Officials urge citizen participation to ease door-to-door enumeration.
DC, SSP Visit Nadala Begowal, Urge Farmers to Stop Stubble Burning
Deputy Commissioner and SSP visited Nadala and Begowal, appealing to farmers to refrain from stubble burning and adopt eco-friendly alternatives to protect the environment.
Bengaluru's Road Sweeping Plan Stuck in Tender Hurdles
Six months after DK Shivakumar announced mechanised sweeping machines, no new units are deployed as tenders face multiple hurdles across Bengaluru's corporations.
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Ahmedabad Water Supply Hit on May 3 Due to Canal Repair
Due to urgent repair work in the Shedhi Canal, water supply in eastern and southern Ahmedabad will be affected on May 3. Residents face cuts during morning and evening hours.
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