Shimla buildings crack, 40 evacuated amid tunnel work
Cracks from NH-5 tunnelling force 40 Shimla residents into freezing night. Minister promises compensation as NGT probes project's environmental impact. Details inside.
Category : Public Policy
MV Act Amendments: Detention for Uninsured Vehicles, Tighter Licence Rules
The road transport ministry proposes major MV Act changes: uninsured vehicles can be detained, licence renewals linked to challan history, and insurance premiums tied to driver behaviour. Read the full details.
NHAI installs noise barriers on Kochi elevated highway
NHAI is installing Kerala's first highway noise barriers on the Aroor-Thuravoor stretch to protect residents. The 1.8m polycarbonate barriers will reduce noise by 10-15 decibels. A dedicated cycle track is also being built below.
MCD Dust Fines: High Penalties, Low Recovery
Despite issuing over 2,100 challans for dust violations, MCD has recovered a mere fraction of the Rs 3.6 crore fines. Experts question enforcement effectiveness as Delhi's air quality remains a concern.
Bengaluru Residents Protest New Park Timings, BBMP Defends Decision
Bengaluru citizens are up in arms against BBMP's new park timings from 5 AM to 10 PM. The move, aimed at curbing anti-social activities, is facing backlash for disrupting routines. Read more about the public's fight for green spaces.
Chennai: ₹1 Lakh Fine for Cutting Trees Without Permission
Greater Chennai Corporation announces strict new rules & heavy fines for unauthorized tree cutting. Apply online via GCC portal or Namma Chennai app. Protect the city's green cover.
Panaji Market Fire Safety Overhaul After Audit
CCP finally moves to fix Panaji market's non-functional fire systems after audit reveals critical failures. 400 vendors at risk. Work to be completed in 4 months.
Hubballi shifts 180 vendors, clears Janata Bazar Road congestion
HDMC successfully relocated 180 vegetable vendors into the renovated Janata Bazar, easing traffic and improving pedestrian safety in Hubballi. Read about the resolution to the months-long issue.
Chandigarh Proposes Amendment to Rationalise Building Penalties
Chandigarh Administration proposes amending Punjab Act to rationalise penalties for building violations, offering relief for over 5,000 pending cases. Read more.
Punjab to Lead Resettlement Pathways for Agniveers
Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane announced Punjab's potential to pioneer institutional pathways for Agniveers' resettlement in the defence industry, highlighting new opportunities post-service.
Farmers to SC Panel: Recommend Legal MSP Guarantee
Farmers' body SKM demands legal MSP guarantee, asks SC panel to recommend govt procurement of all 22 crops or act as guarantor. Key meeting held in Panchkula.
CDS: Armed Forces lacked fake news counter system in Op Sindoor
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan reveals a key gap in countering fake news during Operation Sindoor. A new near real-time system is being set up. He also updates on theaterisation of armed forces.
Delhi Uses Chicken to Prevent Bird Strikes on Republic Day
Delhi Forest Dept will feed 1,275 kg of boneless chicken at 20 locations to divert black kites from aircraft routes during Republic Day celebrations. A unique safety measure.
Manual Scavenging: A Human Rights Violation in India
A new study from Lucknow University exposes manual scavenging as a severe human rights abuse. Despite bans, caste discrimination forces Dalits into this hazardous work. Read more and demand action.
Jhansi Railway Hires 370 Ex-Servicemen in Pioneering MoU
Jhansi Railway Division signs a landmark MoU with AWPO to deploy 370 ex-servicemen as traffic gatemen and pointsmen, enhancing operational safety. Deployment begins in 15 days.
Parking Woes Disrupt Jaipur's Army Day Parade Rehearsal
Spectators at Jaipur's 78th Army Day parade rehearsal faced major parking and access issues, causing delays and missed segments. A school group saw only 15 minutes. Read the full report.
Ghaziabad's 14 traffic choke points identified for overhaul
Ghaziabad administration targets 14 key congestion spots including Lalkuan and Loni trisection for road repairs, widening, and beautification to improve traffic flow and city's appearance.
NGT Seeks National Policy on Mass Tree Felling
NGT central bench refers Ayodhya Bypass tree-cutting case to Delhi, seeks nationwide policy for large-scale felling in development projects. Read the full story.
Gurgaon to get 20 new EV charging stations
Gurgaon's MCG signs MoU for 20 new EV charging stations to boost green mobility. Initiative aims to cut pollution & fuel costs. Find out the plan details.
Airport Bus Bay Cuts Stall BMTC Expansion, Hit Ridership
Kempegowda Airport's decision to halve bus bays forces BMTC to shelve Vayu Vajra expansion, causing daily losses of Rs 3-4 lakh and pushing passengers to costlier taxis. Read more.
Bengaluru's Sumanahalli Animal Crematorium Reopens Monday
The Sumanahalli animal crematorium in Bengaluru reopens on Monday after renovation. The facility offers free services for pets and stray animals, easing a critical need for the city's animal lovers.
Bengaluru's STP Policy Needs Overhaul, Say Experts
BDA President Satish Mallya and expert T Mahesh call for a uniform sewage policy, warning that standalone apartment STPs are insufficient for Bengaluru's drainage crisis. Read more.
Kochi NH Bypass Accident Trap Due to Soil Settlement
Kochi's NH bypass, designed to ease traffic, is causing accidents due to engineering flaws. Learn about the soil settlement issue and the expert committee's search for a solution.
Ayodhya bans non-veg food delivery near Ram Temple
Ayodhya administration imposes a 15-km radius ban on non-vegetarian food delivery near Ram Temple. Hotels warned against serving meat and alcohol. Read the full story.
Bengaluru PG Crackdown: 2 Sealed, Rs 58K Fines
GBA inspected 321 paying guest facilities in Bengaluru, sealing two for hygiene violations and imposing fines after a tragic cylinder blast. Details on the safety drive inside.
Mohali's Rs 7 Crore Pipeline to Solve Waterlogging
Mohali Municipal Corporation greenlights a Rs 7 crore storm water drainage project from Mataur Chowk to N Choe, promising a permanent fix for chronic monsoon flooding in Phase 3B2, Phase VII, and adjoining areas. Read more.
New SOPs for Religious Sites in Protected Forest & Wildlife Areas
The Indian government has established detailed Standard Operating Procedures for approving religious sites within protected forest and wildlife zones. Learn about the new rules and their implications.
Nagpur Metro to Run Own Buses for Last-Mile Connectivity
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a key amendment to allow MahaMetro to operate its own buses, promising last-mile connectivity within four months. Plans for six-coach trains and action on stray dogs also revealed.
Damaged Sewer Line Triggers Erosion Risk in Ludhiana
A broken sewer line near Buddha Dariya in Ludhiana's old Madhopuri is causing severe erosion, threatening homes and factories. Local leaders demand urgent action. Read more.
62 School Vehicles Found Unfit in Yavatmal, Rs 2.1L Fine
Yavatmal RTO's inspection drive finds 62 school vehicles unfit, imposes Rs 2.1 lakh fine. Vehicles seized until safety repairs are completed. Read about the crackdown.
Page 7 of 57