Himachal Pradesh's Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh industrial belt faces severe fire hazards as rampant construction eliminates crucial open spaces. Experts warn of disaster without immediate action.
Ajni police in Nagpur intercepted an e-rickshaw and seized 120 pieces of banned nylon kite string (manja) in a midnight operation, arresting two individuals. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Residents of Greenwood Elements in New Town Action Area II protest illegal dumping of construction sludge. The waste, containing cement and chemicals, causes pollution and health risks. Authorities have been alerted.
Mangaluru City Corporation struggles with waste management as lack of transfer space forces roadside garbage shifting, causing public nuisance. DC promises action.
Karnataka government directs municipal bodies to regulate pigeon feeding, citing public health risks. Deputy Secretary V Lakshmikanth issues urgent directive. Read the full story.
Unauthorized vendors on Ludhiana's highways are creating severe safety hazards during dense fog, leading to accidents. Authorities are urged to take immediate action to clear these encroachments.
A US Air Force tanker without a transponder forced a JetBlue flight into evasive action. The pilot called it 'outrageous,' raising major safety concerns near Venezuela. Read the full report.
A 60-year-old man in Amritsar was arrested for allegedly trying to sexually assault a 10-year-old boy who came to retrieve a kite. The child managed to escape. Read the full details.
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
Nashik crime branch detained a 19-year-old and seized 66 reels of banned nylon manja worth over Rs 70,000. Read about the police crackdown on the dangerous kite string.
Persistent sewer overflow near Dundahera in Udyog Vihar 1 has created a hazardous, stinking mess for a week, crippling traffic and raising disease fears. Residents demand urgent action from HSIIDC. Read the full report.
Experts warn most Goa nightclubs are fire hazards, operating without NOCs. Design, pyrotechnics, and poor enforcement create deadly risks. Learn the safety gaps.
A UK coroner warns of lethal chemical exposure to mortuary workers from bodies of AI171 crash victims repatriated from India. Ministers urged to act within 56 days.
Five years after becoming a corporation, Tambaram still lacks basic drainage. Residents face sewage overflow, health risks, and high costs. A ₹750-crore project remains stalled. Read more.
Kerala High Court directs authorities to inspect illegal sale and lab certification of chemical kumkum at Sabarimala, Pamba, Nilackal, and Erumely. Reports due Monday.
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath explains how traders can use a WhatsApp backup to manage positions during Cloudflare outages. Learn the steps to safeguard your trades.
Despite orders from rights commissions, waste dumping near Beemapally Nursery School in Thiruvananthapuram continues, posing severe health risks to children. Locals threaten protest. Read more.
A 12-year-old girl and her father died after electrocution from an overhead wire in Jalgaon's Aksanagar. A 9-year-old niece suffered burns. The family had moved in just two weeks ago.
Pakistan's Punjab province ends a two-decade-long ban on kite flying during Basant festival. The decision aims to revive cultural traditions but comes with strict safety regulations. Read more.
Your balcony is not a storage room! Learn about 8 common items that pose serious fire, safety, and health risks when kept on balconies in Indian apartments.
A widespread Cloudflare outage on December 5, 2025, caused major disruptions for Indian users of Zoom, Zerodha Kite, and Groww, with over 2,000 reports logged. Read the full report on the service failure.
A 35-year-old man died in an explosion at Pulgaon's Central Ammunition Depot during scrap collection, highlighting the persistent danger of civilian intrusion into restricted zones. Authorities urge residents to stay away.
Ludhiana's Public Action Committee files contempt petition against MC & officials for violating NGT order, risking floods and health crises. Read the full report.
Indore police seized banned Chinese kite thread worth over Rs 5 lakh in separate raids, arresting shopkeeper and detaining driver. Crackdown intensifies ahead of festive season. Read the full story.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport reports stable bird-strike numbers in 2025, with Aug-Oct being critical. Learn how a multi-layered wildlife management program is ensuring aircraft safety.
Eight students in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district fell ill after inhaling toxic fumes from burnt expired medicines at a nearby health centre. Read about the incident and the demand for an inquiry.
A visual journey across India on December 2, 2025: Smog shrouds the Taj Mahal, a mega kite festival in Kerala, and the Winter Session begins in Parliament. See the day's best photos.
A 27-year-old man in Lucknow suffered a neck injury after a sharp kite string slit his throat while riding. Police detained six individuals for questioning. Read the full details.
Indore police crack down on Chinese manja sellers after a 16-year-old boy dies from a fatal throat injury. Two arrested with 200 rolls. Read the full story on the city's safety campaign.
East Khasi Hills DM issues order banning overloaded hay trucks in Shillong to prevent fire hazards and road litter. Violators face prosecution under BNS.