Delhi bans non-BS-VI vehicles, experts seek transport boost
Delhi bans non-Delhi registered, pre-BS-VI vehicles under GRAP. Experts welcome the move but urge focus on public transport & faster EV shift for lasting clean air.
Delhi bans non-Delhi registered, pre-BS-VI vehicles under GRAP. Experts welcome the move but urge focus on public transport & faster EV shift for lasting clean air.
Kolkata's Taratala flyover reopened after a 4-day load test, bringing relief to Behala and South 24 Parganas commuters. Travel times drastically improved. Read the full report.
Delhi's PWD earmarks Rs 2+ crore for 2025-26 to enhance cleanliness and safety of foot overbridges and subways in south and south-east Delhi through comprehensive maintenance.
A young woman in Bengaluru suffered serious injuries after jumping from a hotel's fourth floor following a police visit. Allegations of misconduct and a bribe demand surface as investigations begin.
Ford announces a major strategic pivot, shifting its next F-150 Lightning to an EREV architecture and recording $19.5B in charges. It reaffirms 2025 cash flow guidance and targets 50% electrified sales by 2030. Read the full details.
Panjab University's QR code vehicle sticker drive concludes, revealing only 1,800 student cars out of 16,000+ enrolments. The data confirms traffic woes are largely due to outsider vehicles.
Nagpur police launch AI-powered 'Smart Prahari' system. It analyses 5 years of crime data to predict hotspots & create dynamic patrol routes, piloted in Washim. A leap towards proactive, data-driven policing.
US Border Patrol announces a $5,000 apprehension fee for illegal immigrants aged 14 and older. New policy part of Trump administration's sweeping border crackdown. Details inside.
Donald Trump approves rule allowing low-speed electric NEVs on US roads. This move could open new opportunities for Indian EV manufacturers eyeing the American market. Read more.
Dubai Police boosts its iconic luxury patrol fleet with a one-of-seven Ferrari Purosangue Mansory. This 755-horsepower supercar will patrol tourist hotspots, marking 12 years of innovative policing. Discover the details!
Hubballi's key HDBRTS bus shelter at Hosur Cross faces removal for a new flyover, raising concerns over commuter disruption and revenue loss. Officials seek alternatives.
A police patrol was targeted by the mining mafia in Chandigarh's Kansal area. Two suspects were arrested after a dramatic midnight chase. Read the full details of the brazen attack.
A newly installed height barrier at Nagpur's Shaheed Gowari Flyover was destroyed by a speeding truck, marking the fifth such incident. The PWD expresses frustration as public money worth lakhs is wasted. Read more.
Tensions erupted in New Orleans as protesters disrupted a city council meeting, clashing with police over expanded Border Patrol and ICE operations in Louisiana. Read the full details.
Toyota urges India to incentivize ethanol-powered flex-fuel hybrids, arguing they are cleaner than EVs in a full lifecycle analysis. The push is backed by the sugar industry.
Toyota's India head calls for tax breaks and cheaper pricing for flex fuel vehicles, arguing they are the next logical step after E20, not higher ethanol blends. Learn about the challenges and the proposed roadmap.
Delhi's PWD Minister Atishi announces IT Department approval for land sharing to build twin towers for its staff. The move aims to resolve a long-pending demand and boost infrastructure.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to stay in villages, set up temporary camps, and use tech to address human-wildlife conflict. New command centres launched.
Delhi government's plan for a unified secretariat complex gets a major boost as the Income Tax department agrees to share its 4.5-acre plot at ITO. The move will create an 18-acre integrated complex, ending decades of scattered offices.
Kinfra seeks PWD permission to restart the Aluva water treatment plant. Protests over Periyar River water shortage addressed with new regulator plan. Read the latest updates.
Following a judicial directive, Gujarat launched a major drive in 2025 to fill reserved posts for Persons with Disabilities, leading to a recruitment surge. NGOs report positive private sector trends too.
Noamundi block in West Singhbhum becomes Jharkhand's first to identify & certify all eligible persons with disabilities, linking them to govt schemes. Discover the SABAL initiative's success.
Coimbatore's new 'Pink Patrol' initiative, with 7 women-led SUVs, has successfully rescued multiple women & girls in its first fortnight, operating 24/7. Learn how this safety drive is making a difference.
A Swift Dzire fell 30 feet from a flyover in Ghaziabad, killing a 50-year-old man. Police suspect the driver dozed off at 100 kmph. Read the full details of the tragic accident.
Alert SBI official in Maharashtra's Palghar district saves ₹111 crore of PWD department from fraudulent demand draft attempt. Contractor and PWD employee arrested.
Karnataka Examinations Authority schedules KSET 2025 PwD document verification for December 8-9. Mandatory attendance with complete documents required for eligibility certificate issuance.
JCP Rupesh Kumar pushes PWD to expedite street light installation on Basanti Highway to reduce crimes and accidents. Read about the safety initiative details.
Patna traffic police begin strict action against illegally parked vehicles from November 30 midnight. Vehicles left overnight will be towed with fines up to ₹1000. Anti-encroachment drive nets ₹66,900 in penalties.
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
Uttarakhand's PWD proposes widening Nagla-Kichha road to 4 lanes at Rs 80.62 crore, boosting connectivity to Khurpiya Industrial Cluster under AKIC project. Read how this transforms regional development.