Kochi DDMA Acts After Fire Incidents, Sets Jan 15 Deadline
Ernakulam DDMA mandates fire audits by Jan 15 after Broadway, Pulinchodu blazes. Rs 12 crore water tank planned. Read about the new safety measures.
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Telangana Fire Act Amendment: Stricter Rules for Low-Rise Buildings
Telangana fire dept proposes amending the 1999 Act to regulate buildings under 15m, introduce third-party audits, and hike penalties. Aim is to curb frequent fires in Hyderabad and across the state.
BEST Mumbai assigns new duties to drivers in accidents
After the fatal Bhandup accident, BEST Mumbai mandates alternative duties for drivers involved in crashes, enforces mandatory retraining, and reviews driver records to prioritize passenger and pedestrian safety.
BDA Asks IISc to Audit Kempegowda Layout Roads
Bangalore Development Authority requests IISc for a comprehensive quality audit of asphalting works in Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout. Read the full details.
TNSTC Bans Drivers from Using Mobile Phones on Duty
TNSTC Kumbakonam division bans drivers from carrying phones to prevent distracted driving. Violators face suspension. Read about the new safety directive.
NFRA's New Toolkit to Aid Small & Medium Audit Practitioners
NFRA releases its second Audit Practice Toolkit, focusing on revenue risk assessment, to empower small and medium audit firms and enhance audit quality nationwide. Explore the details.
KSRTC Adds Dash Cams, Safety Upgrades for Sleeper Buses
Following recent fire mishaps, KSRTC announces dash cams and saloon cameras for all sleeper buses. Learn about new safety protocols and onboard emergency features for passenger security.
J&K Fire Incidents Fall 25% in 2025, Major Property Saved
Jammu and Kashmir reports a significant 25% reduction in fire incidents in 2025, with 6,039 cases. Fire services saved property worth Rs 5000 crore through timely response. Read more about the safety initiatives.
Madras HC Seeks Govt Reply on Bus Safety Audit Plea
Madras High Court directs state and central governments to respond in 8 weeks to a plea demanding a comprehensive fitness audit of all public and private buses in Tamil Nadu to curb fatal accidents.
Road Safety Cannot Be an Afterthought in India
After repeated fatal bus accidents, critical questions about vehicle design, luggage safety, and enforcement failures demand immediate answers. Read why passenger safety must be the priority.
Bihar suspends engineers after ropeway crash, halts projects
Bihar suspends two engineers, blacklists agency after Rohtas ropeway crash during trial. Safety audits ordered for all state ropeway projects. Read the full investigation details.
ICAI and NFRA Divided Over New Group Audit Standards
ICAI's revised SA 600 retains reliance on subsidiary auditors with safeguards, while NFRA demands sole responsibility for group auditors. The final decision now rests with the government.
Road Safety Audit Ordered for Bhubaneswar's Janpath-Cuttack Flyover
Odisha govt directs immediate road safety audit of Janpath-Cuttack Road flyover near Kharavel Nagar mall. Audit to focus on pedestrian safety, especially for visually impaired. Read details.
Goa Council Fast-Tracks Road Safety Measures, Helmet Rule
Goa's road safety council mandates rapid rollout of camera-based challaning, highway safety audits, and helmets for pillion riders. Key decisions aim to curb accidents in the state.
Major Fire at Wardha District Hospital, 33 Evacuated Safely
A fire broke out in Wardha District General Hospital, forcing evacuation of 33 people. No casualties reported, but a newly installed fire alarm system failed. Read for details and official reactions.
Kochi Bus Driver, Conductor Save Elderly Passenger
A quick-thinking bus driver and conductor in Kochi turned their vehicle into an ambulance to rush a 75-year-old collapsed passenger to hospital. Read their heroic story.
Odisha AG Audit for Forest Dept's Thar Vehicle Procurement
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Railway Safety Check in Varanasi During Foggy Weather
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Kolkata: Fire in Ananda Palit Road Building, No Injuries
A fire erupted on the top floor of a four-storey commercial building on Ananda Palit Road in Kolkata. Three fire engines controlled the blaze with no casualties. An investigation into the fire suppression system is pending.
CAG Report Finds 2,961 Signal Failures in SWR
A CAG audit reveals 2,961 annual signalling failures in South Western Railway, citing irregular maintenance and repetitive non-compliance. Read the full report on safety concerns.
Air Congo Passengers Jump from Plane in Shocking Breach
Shocking video shows Air Congo passengers leaping from a Boeing 737-800 at Kindu Airport after a multi-hour ordeal. Details on the new airline's major safety failure.
Delhi Govt Orders Special Audit of Medical Council
Delhi government mandates a 30-day special audit of Delhi Medical Council to probe financial irregularities and recover losses. The audit targets Dr. Girish Tyagi's tenure. Full story inside.
Chandigarh Mayor's Surprise Fire Safety Raid at Hotels
Chandigarh Mayor conducts surprise fire safety inspections at city hotels, uncovering major lapses. Read about the violations and the urgent directives issued.
CAG: 38% Staff Vacancy in CBIC Audit Hits GST Scrutiny
CAG report reveals a 38% staffing shortage in CBIC audit wings, leading to a gap between planned and completed GST audits. Recovery rates remain low. Ministry urged to fill vacancies.
NHAI's Major Geotechnical Audit on Kerala's NH-66
NHAI initiates one of India's largest geotechnical evaluations on NH-66 in Kerala, engaging 18 agencies to assess 378 locations. Read about the comprehensive safety drive.
NHAI's Major Safety Audit for NH-66 in Kerala
NHAI initiates one of India's largest geotechnical evaluations on NH-66, investigating 378 sites across Kerala. The audit aims to ensure long-term safety and structural integrity. Read more.
Pune sets Dec-end deadline for unsafe bridge reports
Pune's district collector mandates action reports on 509 unsafe public structures by December end, following June's Kundmala bridge collapse that killed four. Authorities must detail repairs or demolition plans.
YouTuber Caleb Hammer & Twitch's Frogan Clash Over Audit Invite
A $20,000 charity offer from YouTuber Caleb Hammer to Twitch streamer Frogan for a 'Financial Audit' appearance spirals into a public feud. Discover the heated exchange and fan reactions.
Calcutta HC Orders SFIO Audit of Rose Valley Properties
Calcutta High Court directs SFIO to conduct a forensic audit of Rose Valley Group's attached assets. The bench also calls for scrutiny of the court-appointed committee. Read the full details.
Bombay HC Tags PIL for SIT Probe in Goa Nightclub Fire
Bombay High Court tags PIL seeking SIT probe into Goa nightclub fire deaths with suo motu case. Hearing on Jan 12. Activists demand independent inquiry and statewide fire audit.
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