Surat man falls from 10th floor, rescued from 8th floor
A man in Surat fell from the 10th floor while asleep but was miraculously rescued after getting stuck on the 8th-floor window grill. Read the incredible survival story.
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Surat man falls from 10th floor, rescued from 8th floor
A Surat man miraculously survived a 10th-floor fall in his sleep, getting stuck on an 8th-floor window. Read about the dramatic rescue operation by fire officials.
40 Rescued in Mumbai High-Rise Fire, Goregaon Building Incident
A major fire broke out at a 14-storey residential building in Mumbai's Goregaon West, leading to the rescue of 40 people. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. Read for details on the incident and response.
40 rescued from Mumbai residential building fire
A major fire broke out at a residential building in Mumbai's Andheri area. Prompt action by firefighters led to the safe rescue of 40 people. Read the full details of the incident and response.
Punjab CIC orders probe into Amritsar building records
Punjab's Chief Information Commissioner has directed a high-level inquiry into the Amritsar Municipal Corporation's failure to trace records for a major commercial complex, raising serious RTI and accountability concerns.
Delhi HC orders safety audit for Majnu ka Tila eateries
Delhi High Court has ordered authorities to ensure cafes and restaurants in Majnu ka Tila comply with building plans and fire safety norms. Action must be completed within three months.
Amritsar MC pulled up for missing Ganpati Tower records
Punjab CIC flags serious lapses in Amritsar MC's record management & RTI compliance. Detailed enquiry ordered into missing files of prominent commercial complex. Read the full story.
Chandigarh court awards Rs 1.3 lakh to doctor after dog bite
A Chandigarh court awarded Rs 1.3 lakh compensation to a doctor who needed plastic surgery after a neighbour's dog attack in 2020. The court found the pet owners negligent and in violation of municipal bylaws.
New Noida Rules to Speed Up Building Plan Approvals
UP cabinet clears new regulations allowing Noida Authority to directly approve building maps on exchanged land, cutting court delays. Read how this benefits landowners.
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.
Tragedy at 'Stranger Things' Filming Location: Teen Dies
A 19-year-old girl fell to her death while exploring the abandoned Briarcliff Building, famous as Hawkins Lab in Stranger Things. Police investigate the tragic incident.
Punjab's Unified Building Rules Launch in Ludhiana
Ludhiana adopts Punjab's unified building rules, enabling self-certification for structures up to 21m via eNaksha. Deemed approval in 10 days slashes red tape. Architects face strict accountability.
Ludhiana MC demolishes, seals 7 illegal buildings
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation demolishes & seals 7 illegal structures. Officials warn of intensified drive against unauthorized construction. Read the full details.
Leopard in Bhayandar Building, 3 Residents Injured
A leopard entered a residential building in Bhayandar East on Friday, injuring three. Fire brigade and police are on the scene. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
Child dies in Bengaluru construction site accident
A young child lost their life after concrete blocks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru's Chinnappanahalli. Police cite lack of safety measures. Read the full report.
Bengaluru: 4-Year-Old Dies as Bricks Fall from Building
A 4-year-old girl died and her two siblings were injured when hollow bricks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru. Read the full report on the tragic accident and the safety lapses involved.
Gurgaon MCG cancels building plan for hiding property dispute
Gurgaon MCG cancels a former councillor's building plan approval for concealing a property dispute. The plan, approved via HOBPAS, was revoked after a complaint. Details inside.
Gurgaon liquor shops accused of major excise violations
Multiple Gurgaon liquor shops under probe for smuggling now face complaints for serious excise policy breaches, including illegal advertising and selling below MRP. Lawyer demands sealing and license suspension.
JDA demolishes building in Jaipur over approval row
A six-storey building in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar was demolished by JDA for lacking its permission. Owners claim JMC sanctioned the plan for Rs 1.25 lakh, highlighting a major coordination failure between civic bodies.
ICAI Nagpur's ₹34 Crore Green Building Launched
ICAI launches a ₹34 crore green building in Nagpur to train future CAs. President Nanda says India needs 30-35 lakh CAs by 2047. Read about Project Vanijya's record.
Jaipur: Tilted Building in Malviya Nagar Evacuates Residents
Panic in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar as an under-construction 5-storey hotel tilts dangerously. Cracks appear after illegal basement digging. Authorities evacuate area. Read the full report.
Amritsar MC Partially Demolishes Three Illegal Buildings
Amritsar Municipal Corporation takes action against illegal construction, partially demolishing three buildings in Guru Nanak Pura. Details on the crackdown and future plans.
37 Kolkata Buildings Get Notices for Illegal Hotels, Guest Houses
NKDA issues stop operation notices to 37 residential buildings in New Town, Kolkata, for illegally running hotels and guest houses without fire safety permissions. Read the full crackdown details.
BPS-2025 in Vijayawada Sees Poor Response from Property Owners
Vijayawada's Building Penalisation Scheme 2025 sees weak response with only 160 applications. Officials target 700 unauthorised structures for revenue. Read more on the regularisation drive.
Whitefield techie's suicide note alleges Rs 20 lakh extortion
Murali Govindaraju, 45, found dead in his under-construction Nallurahalli home. A 10-page note accuses GBA officials and a couple of harassment and extortion. Read the tragic details.
DMC demolishes unsafe building after Loharpatty death
Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation demolished an illegal G+4 building in Loharpatty after it caused a woman's death. Read about the safety violations and public outcry.
AP Cuts Fire NOC Time from 60 to 21 Days
Andhra Pradesh govt amends Fire Services Act, introduces online NOCs, third-party audits, and strict penalties to boost building safety in urban areas. Read the key reforms.
Bombay HC Seeks BMC Affidavit on Mehta Mahal Status
Bombay High Court demands affidavit from BMC regarding C1 categorization of Mehta Mahal building. Legal battle continues over safety of disputed Charni Road property. Read latest developments.
4 Dead in South Delhi Building Fire, No Safety Measures
Four people killed in massive fire at Sangam Vihar building. No fire safety arrangements, narrow exits led to tragedy. Read full investigation details.
Secrets of NYC's Windowless AT&T Tower Revealed
Discover the hidden truth behind Manhattan's mysterious windowless skyscraper at 33 Thomas Street. From Cold War nuclear bunker to modern data hub, explore what really happens inside this enigmatic building that even scared Tom Hanks!
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