The Union Health Ministry directs Kerala to accelerate its Public Health Management Cadre implementation on a mission mode, citing national mandate and pandemic lessons. A 12-week action plan is mandated.
Greater Chennai Corporation cancels tender for privatizing waste management in zones 4 & 8 after finding gaps in bids. Residents urge GCC to proceed with outsourcing for better services.
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against Reliance Power Ltd and 10 others for allegedly using fake bank guarantees to secure a SECI tender. Read the full details of the investigation.
Supreme Court declares Jharkhand's 2009 memo illegal, emphasizing simplicity as key to good governance. Landmark ruling aims to reduce citizen harassment in administrative procedures.
Joshua Seftel's 'All the Empty Rooms' on Netflix is a tender, four-star film about grief. Our review explores its poignant storytelling and visual details. Read more.
BMC floats a new Rs 500 crore tender for exotic animal exhibits at Byculla Zoo, featuring white lions & cheetah restaurant, after scrapping a Rs 291 crore plan 3 years ago. Read details.
Using public Wi-Fi in India? Learn how cybercriminals exploit cafes, airports & hotel networks to steal data. Essential security steps to protect your laptop now.
Orissa High Court dismisses a writ petition challenging a vehicle-hiring tender in Soro, imposes a ₹25,000 fine. The court found no evidence of manipulation. Read the full details.
The tender process for the crucial Thane-Bhayander metro line is set to begin, with 10 bids expected. This project promises major relief for daily commuters in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Read more.
Supreme Court grants bail to former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi in a money laundering case linked to forged tender certificates. Know the conditions and case details.
Taragarh Khadim Panchayat in Ajmer bans extravagant death feasts, stopping free facilities to relieve poor families from debt. A move against superstition and financial burden.
Karnataka High Court dismisses corruption case against Energy Minister KJ George in smart meter tender. Justice MI Arun cites lack of criminal intent. Read the full details.
West Bengal govt floats new tender for Tajpur deep sea port, offering 1000 acres freehold land. Adani Group may bid again. Pre-bid meeting in Jan 2026.
Deputy CM D K Shivakumar pledges to resolve Bengaluru's waste management issues, announcing a new 33-package garbage tender. Foundation laid for Kannahalli waste unit.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation floats tender for 75 advertisement sites, including 16 high unipoles. The move aims to create a major annual revenue stream of around Rs 15 crore. Read more.
Haryana's Forest Minister Rao Narbir Singh mandates linking all plantation tenders to the Haryana Engineering Works Portal for transparency. The move aims to ensure tree survival and protect workers' rights. Read more.
BJP MLA Raj Sinha starts an indefinite sit-in protest, accusing Dhanbad Municipal Corporation of zero development work and financial mismanagement. Read the full story.
Karnataka's magnet school initiative aims to merge 450 low-enrollment schools in Mysuru, sparking protests from activists fearing 1,600 school closures. Government denies shutdown claims.
BMC invites PMC tender for 45m-wide elevated road connecting Dahisar West to Bhayander West, final leg of Mumbai Coastal Road corridor. Project to reduce travel time by 30-45 minutes.
Vegetable vendors in Madurai protest after 2-year wait for new shops. They demand immediate NOC for e-tender participation to secure their livelihood. Read their struggle.
Nirav Dave, alleged mastermind of Rs 41 crore fake tender scam, surrenders to Infocity police. Fraud amount may exceed Rs 100 crore as more victims emerge. Read the full investigation details.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation cancels controversial paid parking tender following public opposition. Decision affects 58 city locations. Read full details.
Deccan Herald's Speak Out column highlights pressing public issues from November 26, 2025. Discover the key concerns raised by citizens across various sectors.
Public conveniences in Amritsar have become unusable due to poor maintenance, causing inconvenience and health risks for residents. Authorities face criticism for neglecting basic urban infrastructure.
Infosys announces India's largest buyback at ₹1,800 per share, offering 16% premium. Learn eligibility, dates, and expert analysis for shareholders.
Lancet study reveals India's ultra-processed food epidemic with retail sales skyrocketing 40-fold since 2006, driving obesity and diabetes crisis among youth. Experts demand urgent policy reforms.
Bengaluru's ambitious tunnel road project faces hurdles as strict B-SMILE tender criteria may disqualify half of the bidders. Learn how safety and financial requirements are shaping the city's infrastructure future.
Karnataka government transforms 100 Urdu medium schools into Karnataka Public Schools with bilingual instruction, enhancing educational quality and opportunities for Urdu-speaking students.
India intensifies its call for UN Security Council reform, demanding expansion of both permanent and non-permanent members to reflect contemporary global realities. Read more about this diplomatic push.
India's largest electric bus tender attracts 16 bidders including Tata Motors and Volvo Eicher. 10,900 zero-emission buses to transform public transport in five major cities.