Christmas Day Store Closures: What's Open, What's Closed
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Ranchi RMC develops green patches at 24 city locations
Ranchi Municipal Corporation initiates major green patch development and beautification work at 24 locations to enhance city aesthetics and environmental balance before the New Year.
Trichy Plans New Link Road, Diversions to Decongest Palpannai
Trichy administration unveils a contingency plan featuring a new link road and traffic diversions to tackle severe congestion at Palpannai junction. Key proposals aim to ease bottlenecks for vehicles and pedestrians.
CEA Acts to Align Power Research with Industry Needs
Central Electricity Authority seeks stakeholder suggestions to bridge the mismatch between power sector research needs and academic efforts. Inputs will shape the National Electricity Plan for 2027-28 to 2036-37. Read more.
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Participate in India's Biggest Habit Index, Win ₹5000
Get a chance to win a ₹5000 Amazon voucher by participating in India's Biggest Habit Index survey. Discover lifestyle updates and Christmas wishes on Times of India.
Media Networks Condemn Attacks on Bangladesh Newspapers
South Asian media bodies condemn violent attacks on Prothom Alo and The Daily Star offices in Dhaka. They demand the release of over 100 detained journalists and call for justice. Read more.
Noida Restaurants Donate to Deaf Children for Christmas
Over 50 Noida restaurants, part of NRAI, donated school bags and stationery to 150 students of Noida Deaf Society through 'Santa's Cause' initiative, aiming for inclusive festive joy and future employment opportunities.
Pune road crossing turns fatal for domestic help
A domestic worker's death on Pune's Ganeshkhind Road exposes the city's pedestrian safety crisis. Residents demand urgent infrastructure changes. Read the full report.
Chandigarh Group Homes 2nd Admission Round Open
Chandigarh Social Welfare Dept invites applications for paid & free Group Homes in Sectors 31 & 15. Deadline: Jan 5, 2026. Apply now for institutional care.
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2 New Pontoon Bridges in Prayagraj for Magh Mela Traffic
PWD to build two extra pontoon bridges over Ganga at Phaphamau for Magh Mela, operational until May to ease congestion. Read about the construction timeline and traffic plans.
Kerala HC: PwD Rank List Extended to May 2026
Kerala govt extends PwD rank list validity to May 31, 2026 for backlog vacancies in aided schools. High Court adjourns hearing after state's submission. Details inside.
Governor Raises Alarm Over Kapurthala's Historic Palace Decay
Uttarakhand Governor, an alumnus, vows to escalate the unsafe state of the historic Jagatjit Palace and hostels at Sainik School Kapurthala to top officials. Read about the urgent restoration plea.
NHAI Adopts 5-Pillar Design for Kumarichantha Flyover
NHAI agrees to a new five-pillar design for Thiruvananthapuram's Kumarichantha flyover on NH 66, prioritizing safety after recent wall collapses. Read how public protest led to this crucial change.
Ludhiana Fire Department Faces Acute Staff Shortage
Ludhiana, Punjab's industrial hub, grapples with severe fire department staff shortage, leading to overworked personnel. MC proposes creating 273 new posts to address the crisis. Read more.
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MP Premachandran Seeks Safe Elevated Roads on NH 66
Kollam MP N K Premachandran urges Nitin Gadkari to replace earthen elevated roads on NH 66 with pillar-based structures after scientific study. Read about the safety concerns raised in Lok Sabha.
Bengaluru stormwater drain hazard puts public at risk
A dangerous, unbarricaded opening along a stormwater drain on Kengal Hanumanthaiah Road in Bengaluru's Chikkalasandra has caused injuries. Residents' complaints to Bengaluru West corporation remain unaddressed. Read more.
Pradhan Seeks Parity Between Central OBC & Odisha SEBC Lists
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan calls for aligning central OBC list with Odisha's SEBC list to resolve disparities in reservation benefits ahead of the 2027 Census. Read more.
Mini National Parks Proposed to Stop Leopard Attacks in Mumbai
Shiv Sena MLA Sarnaik suggests creating 50-100 acre national parks with CSR funds to house leopards, preventing human conflict. He also advocates for tracking chips and corporate adoption of big cats.
Bhubaneswar airport safety: BMC cuts trees after DGCA concerns
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation removes trees near Biju Patnaik International Airport runway for flight safety. Action follows DGCA's hold on ILS Cat-2 approval due to obstructions.
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Mumbai's car count hits alarming 15 lakh record
Mumbai's car registrations cross 15 lakh, pushing vehicle density to 753 per km. Experts warn of worsening congestion and call for urgent public transport boost. Read more.
Panchkula's Horticultural Waste Plant Project Moves Ahead
Panchkula's long-delayed horticultural waste processing plant is set to become a reality. The MC has purchased machinery worth Rs 2.42 crore to convert green waste into eco-friendly briquettes, ending months of dumping woes. Read more.
Ludhiana to get 15km of pedestrian-friendly roads
Ludhiana's city committee finalizes designs to convert 15 km of busy roads into green corridors with cycling lanes. A major infrastructure upgrade is underway. Read more.
Ludhiana MC demolishes 22 illegal buildings in one day
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation launched a major drive, demolishing and sealing 22 unauthorized structures across Zones C and D. MC Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal ordered the crackdown. Read more.
3-Year Stalled Chennai Plaza Project Makes Walking a Nightmare
A 27.3 crore pedestrian plaza project on Chennai's MC Road, stalled for three years, forces pedestrians to navigate dangerous dug-up paths and bike encroachments. Read about the daily struggle and promised solutions.
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Kolkata Intensifies Fire Safety Checks for Festive Season
Kolkata Municipal Corporation and fire services launch special surveillance drives at hotels, bars, and restaurants during Christmas and New Year to ensure fire safety compliance. Mayor Firhad Hakim warns of strict action for violations.
Bengaluru traffic snarls persist on Old Airport Road
Commuters in Bengaluru face severe congestion on Old Airport Road despite new traffic rules. Trial changes shift bottlenecks, causing long delays and resident frustration. Read more.
BMTC Depot Chokes Bengaluru's Kodigehalli, Residents Protest
Residents of Kodigehalli in East Bengaluru face severe traffic gridlock due to a BMTC depot and narrow access roads. Learn about the infrastructural issues and delayed solutions causing daily chaos.
Punjab Enforces School Vehicle Safety Rules for Fog
Punjab govt mandates strict safety measures for school transport during dense fog. Minister Dr Baljit Kaur directs rigorous checks to ensure child safety. Read the full policy details.
BMC Crackdown on Abandoned Vehicles in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation initiates a major drive to remove abandoned vehicles and carts from public spaces, addressing citizen safety and city aesthetics concerns raised on TOI portal.
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Chatra bans soaps, shampoos at Balbal hot spring
Chatra district administration prohibits soaps and detergents at Balbal hot spring to prevent environmental damage. The sacred site, known for its therapeutic sulphur waters, sees a surge during the annual cattle fair.
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