Tokyo Train Chaos: Power Outage Halts Busiest Lines
A transformer fire near Tamachi station caused a major power outage, suspending Tokyo's Yamanote and Keihin-Tohoku train lines during Friday's rush hour, stranding thousands of commuters.
A transformer fire near Tamachi station caused a major power outage, suspending Tokyo's Yamanote and Keihin-Tohoku train lines during Friday's rush hour, stranding thousands of commuters.
Residents of LIG flats in Noida's Sector 99 face clogged sewers and contaminated water, posing health risks. They have written to CM Yogi Adityanath demanding permanent solutions.
Delhi High Court takes suo motu notice of TOI report on sewer leakage in Shaheen Bagh-Okhla, orders Delhi Jal Board to stop leakage and restore sanitation immediately.
Noida's long-awaited 420-meter air-conditioned skywalk with travelator will open on February 1, easing passenger movement between NMRC's Aqua Line and DMRC's Blue Line after years of delays.
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has strongly reprimanded authorities in Hansi for their sluggish investigation into sewer-related deaths, demanding immediate action and accountability.
Ludhiana's industrial Focal Point faces severe flooding due to 40-year-old sewer lines. Industry seeks urgent intervention from Minister Sanjeev Arora to prevent lakhs in losses. Read more.
Residents of Gurgaon's Sector 9A allege shoddy road restoration by MCG contractor after sewer work, citing safety hazards. The RWA demands accountability for the 900-metre stretch's defects.
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.
A portion of RK Mutt Road in Mylapore, Chennai, collapsed again due to a sewage pipeline leak. Residents blame old infrastructure and poor coordination between civic bodies for the recurring danger.
Greater Noida residents face health hazards from stagnant sewage on roads and parks. NGT orders action, but little progress seen. Read about the ongoing civic crisis.
Chennai's Metrowater will integrate the 500 mcft Kannankottai Thervai Kandigai reservoir into the city's drinking supply by March, adding 15 MLD. The ₹16.73 crore pipeline project will benefit 1 lakh residents.
NGT forms a joint committee to halt open sewage flow in Greater Noida villages. Committee given 10 weeks to act, ensure 100% sewer connections. Read the full story.
Kolkata Metro will run enhanced services on four consecutive Sundays in January. Blue & Green Lines to offer more trains and extended timings for commuters. Plan your travel now!
Kolkata Metro announces increased Sunday services on Blue and Green lines for January 2025, enhancing weekend connectivity for commuters. Check the new schedule!
Municipal Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal warns officials of action for missing fiscal targets. Property tax recovery at Rs 135 crore, water charges lagging. Pay dues by March 31, 2026, to avoid penalties.
Another major road cave-in on Chennai's R K Mutt Road in Mylapore raises alarm over aging infrastructure. Metrowater blames a 25-year-old corroded sewer line. Residents demand permanent solutions. Read more.
Greater Noida residents face sewage overflow and water supply issues, blaming GNIDA for poor maintenance. Sector Beta 1, Alpha, Gamma affected. Read more.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation uses a robotic machine to clear a blocked sewer in Ward 135, a first for the Hawa Mahal zone. The move aims to protect sanitation workers from the dangers of manual cleaning. Discover the challenges and future of this tech.
A section of Chennai's busy R K Mutt Road caved in due to a damaged sewer line, causing traffic chaos. Police cordoned off the area. Restoration work begins Thursday night. Read for details.
Jaipur Metro's upcoming Pink Line extension will offer direct underground access to all three terminals of Jaipur International Airport, transforming urban connectivity. Discover the project's timeline and impact.
Gurgaon's MCG mandates contractors to cover repeat sewer cleaning costs due to negligence. Executive engineers also held accountable. Read the full directive here.
North Chennai residents face a severe drinking water crisis as the 100MLD Minjur desalination plant remains shut for over a year. Families rely on costly private supplies while Metrowater promises a partial restart by April-May.
A routine pothole inspection in Oviedo, Florida, revealed a 5-foot alligator living in a stormwater drain, captured on robotic camera. Discover the viral footage and what it says about urban wildlife. Read more!
Mumbai Metro's Aqua Line and BEST buses to run extended overnight services on New Year's Eve for safe travel. Plan your night with route details here.
Southern Railway begins using 6 million litres daily of recycled sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, a major step for urban water sustainability. Read how it works.
A scheduled mega block on Mumbai's Central Line from Mulund to Matunga allowed for crucial track, signal, and overhead equipment maintenance. Services are set to resume post-block, promising safer commutes.
Southern Railway will use treated sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, sourcing 6 MLD from Langs Garden plant. A major step for water conservation.
Delhi Jal Board's sewer work shuts Basant Lane near Connaught Place till Jan 2. Traffic police advise alternative routes. Plan your commute to avoid delays.
Jalandhar's new Rs 42 lakh sewer project in Basti Danishmanda aims to improve sanitation. Minister Balkar Singh and Mayor Jagdish Raja laid the foundation stone for the vital infrastructure upgrade.
A crucial Rs 42 lakh sewerage project begins in Jalandhar's Ward 60, led by Minister Balkar Singh & Mayor Jagdish Raja. Aimed at resolving waterlogging, it promises better sanitation for residents.