25 Dead in Arpora Nightclub Fire, Safety Norms Flouted
A massive fire at Birch nightclub in North Goa killed 25, injured 6. Officials suspended, owners booked for culpable homicide. Read about the tragedy and investigation.
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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.
Kolkata Pubs Ramp Up Fire Safety Drills After Tragedies
Following the deadly Goa nightclub fire and Kolkata's Rituraj Hotel blaze, city bars and pubs intensify fire audits and drills. Authorities list 89 rooftop venues for strict monitoring. Read how establishments are ensuring safety.
Stricter Breath Analyser Norms Kick in from April
From April, breath analysers in India must have built-in printers & stricter accuracy under new norms. Aim: curb drunk driving, boost legal evidence. #RoadSafety
Goa Nightclub Fire Video Surfaces, 25 Dead in Safety Lapse
A horrifying video captures the start of the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25. Details emerge on flouted safety norms and the illegal structure. Read the full investigation.
IndiGo Pilots: Crisis Engineered to Sabotage Safety Norms
IndiGo pilots question mass flight cancellations, alleging the airline engineered chaos to force a rollback of revised FDTL safety norms. Read the shocking details.
Goa Nightclub Fire: 25 Dead, Safety Norms Flouted
A massive fire at Birch By Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, Goa, killed 25 and injured 6. Authorities cite lack of permissions and fire safety violations. Read the full investigation.
Goa nightclub fire kills 23, CM orders probe
A massive fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa's Arpora claimed 23 lives. CM Pramod Sawant orders inquiry into fire safety violations. Read the full report.
Goa nightclub fire kills 23, probe ordered
A devastating fire at a North Goa nightclub claims 23 lives, mostly employees. Chief Minister orders action for fire safety violations. Read the full report.
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.
Hong Kong Fire: Safety Breaches, Resident Revolt Before Blaze
A deadly Hong Kong fire followed contractor safety lapses and resident resistance to evacuation. Investigators reveal shocking breaches. Read the full report on the tragedy.
ALPA India Slams DGCA's 'Selective' IndiGo Safety Relief
ALPA India strongly objects to DGCA granting IndiGo temporary relief from pilot duty rules, calling it a dangerous precedent that compromises safety amid mass cancellations.
Top 10 Car Safety Features Every Indian Buyer Needs
Road safety is paramount in India. Discover the top 10 active and passive car safety features you must check for, whether buying new or used, to protect your family on chaotic roads.
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.
19 rescued from Bhavnagar building fire near Civil Hospital
A major fire at Samip Complex in Bhavnagar led to a 3-hour rescue operation. 50 firefighters saved 19 people, including 6 children, from a pediatric facility. No casualties reported. Read the full story.
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.
DGCA Demolition Notices for 10 Kolkata Airport Structures
DGCA directs demolition of 10 structures, including a housing complex, for violating aviation height norms near Kolkata airport. Owners have 60 days to comply or face action.
Jaipur School Vehicles Fail Safety Check, Majority Violate Norms
A surprise inspection in Jaipur revealed most school buses, vans, and autos violate safety rules. Vehicles were seized for over-age and overloading. Read about the crackdown.
Pune Fire Reveals MIDC Safety Lapses, 1 Dead
A deadly blaze in a Pune powder-coating factory highlights inadequate fire safety and lack of inspections in MIDC areas. Civic officials demand action. Read more.
NCR Fire Safety Lags Behind Soaring Skyscrapers
The deadly Hong Kong fire forces a hard look at NCR's firefighting capabilities. With ladders reaching only 42m against 300m towers, residents are at risk. Read about the urgent upgrades needed.
Hong Kong Fire: 146 Dead, Beijing Warns Protesters
Hong Kong apartment fire becomes city's deadliest disaster with 146 confirmed deaths. Beijing warns against political exploitation as anger grows among residents. Read full coverage.
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.
Hong Kong Fire Death Toll Climbs to 146 Victims
Tragic Hong Kong building fire claims 146 lives, marking one of the deadliest incidents in city's history. Authorities investigate safety violations in aging infrastructure.
Hong Kong Fire Death Toll Reaches 146, Safety Audit Ordered
Death toll in Hong Kong's Tai Po apartment fire climbs to 146. Investigation reveals safety lapses, leading to nationwide high-rise building inspections. Read the full report.
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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