Residents of Canacona raise alarm over illegal water sports, shacks violating CRZ norms, and power theft in Palolem & Agonda. Authorities struggle with enforcement, impacting tourism safety and turtle nesting sites. Read more.
With no law to regulate digital services, what does India's regulatory gap mean for competition and your digital rights? Mozilla explains the need for tailored rules.
The ambitious twin towers project on the new Zuari bridge faces delays as it awaits crucial CRZ, forest, and pollution board approvals. Key details and next steps inside.
Delhi's Directorate of Education mandates all private schools to set up School Level Fee Regulation Committees by January 10, 2026. This historic move under a new law gives parents a direct say in fee hikes.
The Delhi government has introduced a new fee regulation framework for private schools, aiming to ensure transparency and prevent arbitrary hikes. Learn how this impacts parents and institutions.
Following the deadly Birch fire, Goa's CRZ violations are exposed. GCZMA received 555 complaints in 5 years but executed only 138 demolitions. Read the shocking details of enforcement failures.
A massive fire destroyed the popular Jamming Goat shack at Utorda beach in Goa early Sunday. No injuries reported. The cause is suspected to be a short circuit. Read the full report.
KPCC's Padmaraj R Poojary hails the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025, as crucial for social harmony. The bill targets inflammatory rhetoric linked to recent murders.
Sophrosyne Technologies, a health-tech semiconductor startup, sets up its R&D centre in Udupi, Karnataka. It raised $2M seed funding, plans to expand its team to over 50. Read more about this Silicon Beach expansion.
Mangaluru court sentences Joseph TE to 5 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 50,000 fine under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2kg of ganja in 2008. Read the full details of the long-pending case.
Goa authorities seal Anjuna's Curlies Restaurant after NGT upholds demolition order. The action is part of a statewide crackdown on illegal coastal structures. Read the full story.
Goa authorities seal the popular Curlies beachfront eatery in Anjuna for Coastal Regulation Zone violations. This follows a major crackdown after the Arpora nightclub fire.
Ahead of BMC polls, 400 families in Mumbai's Breach Candy demand a corporator from their locality. Survey highlights civic issues and a crucial demand for a Coastal Road exit. Read the full report.
NWS issues coastal flood advisories for NYC, Long Island, New Jersey ahead of storm. Colorado under red flag warning for high wildfire risk due to strong winds and low humidity. Stay informed.
Northbound traffic on Mumbai's coastal road was halted for 30 minutes after smoke from a minor fire under a promenade slab entered the tunnel. Officials suspect drug addicts may have caused the blaze. Read for details.
Tata Consultancy Services makes its largest acquisition since 2008, buying US-based Coastal Cloud for $700 million. This marks a strategic pivot from organic growth to acquisitions, mirroring Accenture's playbook to tackle slowing outsourcing revenue and
Maharashtra govt approves revised Backbay Reclamation plan for south Mumbai, proposing new roads, a marina, and a helipad. Public feedback invited. Read details.
A detailed satellite study exposes the destruction of 160 acres of mangroves in Raigad, Thane & Palghar. Environmentalists warn of ecological disaster and demand government action. Read more.
A Goan fishing canoe with four fishermen, missing since Monday, was located off Karwar and brought to Talpona jetty. The rescue involved the Indian Coast Guard and Goa coastal police. Read the full story.
Bombay High Court grants BMC permission for Mumbai Coastal Road project affecting 102 hectares of mangroves. BMC commits to compensatory afforestation with a 10-year monitoring plan. Details inside.
Explore the rich, lesser-known Christmas cake traditions of Coastal India. Discover the history and recipes of Goa's Baath cake and Kerala's plum cake, infused with local flavours. Bake your own slice of heritage this festive season!
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announces a Rs 750-crore central park at Mahalaxmi Racecourse, an underground sports complex, and key civic projects for Mumbai and Thane just before the model code of conduct.
Indian scientists discover two new species of polychaete worms in East Midnapore, highlighting coastal biodiversity and pollution resilience. Read the full report.
NASA's Sentinel-6B satellite, launched Nov 17, will track 90% of Earth's oceans. Its data is vital for India's storm forecasts, coastal planning, and national security. Discover its 6 major benefits.
Reduced eco-sensitive zone around Bannerghatta National Park now faces new threats from proposed flyovers and a nearby airport. Experts warn of irreversible ecological damage. Read more.
Kerala's coastal communities voice frustration as displacement projects and policy changes threaten livelihoods. Key issues like Coastal Highway compensation and CRZ amendments remain unaddressed by representatives. Read more.
The Indian Air Force will conduct a major air exercise in the Arabian Sea near Pakistan's coastal airspace on December 10 and 11. Get the latest details on the planned maneuvers and regional implications.
Andhra Pradesh's Coastal Security Police struggle with broken boats and staff shortages, leaving strategic coastline exposed. Officials reveal plans for drones and upgrades. Read more.
Rajkot court grants bail to manager Dhaval Thakkar, the last accused jailed in the TRP Game Zone fire case that killed 27. All 15 accused are now out as trial with 300+ witnesses continues.
NITK Surathkal's Coastal Conclave united 30 CEOs to forge a sustainable, tech-driven economic vision for Mangaluru, aligning with Atmanirbhar Bharat and Sagarmala.