Delhi Buses in 150 Accidents, 40 Fatal in 2024-25
Public transport buses in Delhi have been involved in 150 accidents this year, with 40 resulting in fatalities, raising serious safety concerns for commuters.
Category : Governance
Chandigarh MC Establishes 198 Dog Feeding Points
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation has identified 198 dog feeding locations as part of Phase 1. The initiative follows Supreme Court directions and aims to establish 1,500 points citywide.
Noida Waterlogging: Decade of Delays Led to Tragedy
A software engineer drowned in a waterlogged trench in Noida's Sector 150. The site, meant for a mall, became a pond over 10 years due to stalled stormwater plans.
Pune Women Face E-KYC Hurdles in Ladki Bahin Scheme
Thousands of beneficiaries in Pune report technical glitches in the Mukhyamantri Mazhi Ladki Bahin Yojana e-KYC process, delaying Rs 1,500 monthly aid. Issues include Aadhaar-bank linking errors and form mistakes.
Khambatki Ghat Tunnel in Pune to Open Fully by June
The Khambatki ghat tunnel on Pune-Satara highway will be fully operational by June, reducing travel time from 45 to 7 minutes and improving safety on the accident-prone stretch.
Western Railway Plans Rs 483.65 Crore KAVACH Safety Upgrade
Western Railway proposes a Rs 483.65 crore investment to install the indigenous KAVACH train collision avoidance system on the Udhna-Jalgaon section and upgrade 436 locomotives for enhanced safety.
SCR to Fence 1,835 km Tracks in Telangana for Safety
South Central Railway initiates a ₹3,200 crore project to install fencing and boundary walls along 1,835 km of high-speed corridors in Telangana to prevent trespassing and reduce accidents.
Chandigarh MC Plans Gaushala Maintenance Strategy
The Chandigarh Municipal Corporation will create a detailed action plan to improve the maintenance and management of gaushalas in the city.
Ahmedabad Hospital Violates Own Fire Safety Rules
Five years after the Shrey Hospital fire tragedy, AMC's new Rs 185-crore LG Hospital in Maninagar houses its ICU on the 9th floor, contradicting its own ground-floor ICU mandate for private hospitals.
Dredging Halt at Muthalapozhi Harbour Alarms Fishermen
Dredging work at Muthalapozhi harbour has stopped due to equipment failure, raising safety concerns among local fishermen as rough seas approach in March.
Kochi Revises Brahmapuram Waste Management Plan
Kochi Corporation initiates discussions with waste treatment firms to revise the Brahmapuram master plan, addressing legacy waste and treatment facilities.
Kochi Activist Demands Safety Checks Post Broadway Fire
An RTI activist in Kochi has filed a petition demanding inspections by multiple departments at Broadway shops following a recent fire, citing concerns over unlicensed operations and safety violations.
Manali Panchayats Build Road with Public Cooperation
Two panchayats in Manali have successfully widened a road at a cost of Rs 23 lakh, demonstrating a strong example of community collaboration and local governance in action.
Delhi District Reorganization Splits Naraina Village
Delhi's recent district reorganization has divided Naraina village across three districts and four subdivisions, creating administrative confusion for residents accessing government services.
Navi Mumbai Civic Body Wins Scotch Award 2025 for Tax Reforms
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation receives the Scotch Award 2025 for its innovative property tax system and digital governance initiatives, enhancing citizen trust and financial management.
Haryana QAA Enforces QR Codes, Audits for Infrastructure
Haryana's Quality Assurance Authority mandates QR codes at project sites and technical audits for 25 major infrastructure projects to boost transparency and quality.
Delhi Waste Plants Expansion Awaits Environmental Clearance
MCD seeks approvals to expand Tehkhand and Okhla waste-to-energy plants, aiming to boost processing capacity and power generation while reducing landfill pressure in Delhi.
Odisha PWD Reviews CM's 15-Point Agenda in High-Level Meet
Principal Secretary Sanjay Kumar Singh chaired a key PWD meeting in Bhubaneswar to discuss CM Mohan Majhi's 15-point plan for boosting administrative efficiency and infrastructure projects.
Delhi to Train 1.2 Lakh Construction Workers Over 3 Years
Delhi government launches ambitious program to train and certify 1.2 lakh construction workers across five key roles to enhance skills, improve safety, and boost employability through structured training and wage compensation.
Mira-Bhayandar Metro Starts Next Month, Roads Concreted Soon
State Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announces Mira-Bhayandar metro service operational next month and road concreting within two years, boosting Thane's connectivity.
Delhi Buses in 150 Accidents, 41 Fatal, in 2024-25
Delhi Transport Corporation and cluster buses were involved in nearly 150 accidents, including 41 fatal ones, in 2024-25. Government data reveals overspeeding, poor training, and chaotic traffic as key factors.
Visakhapatnam to Get Immigration OCR Complex on 9,000 Sq Yd Land
VMRDA approves land allotment for Bureau of Immigration's OCR complex in Visakhapatnam. The facility will enhance border security through tech-driven passenger processing.
Bihar's New 'Sabka Samman-Jeevan Aasaan' Program Launched
The Bihar government has introduced the 'Sabka Samman-Jeevan Aasaan' initiative to provide responsive administration through technology and weekly public meetings.
Mapusa Office Ceiling Collapse Injures Clerk, Exposes Safety Crisis
A senior clerk was injured when a concrete slab fell from the ceiling at Pernem's child development office. Officials declared the building unsafe, blaming PWD for ignoring repeated warnings about structural damage.
Angshuman Dey Reviews PM-DeVINE, NEC Projects in Nagaland
Joint Secretary Angshuman Dey assessed the implementation of PM-DeVINE and NEC schemes in Nagaland, reviewing fund utilisation and inspecting key projects including substations and healthcare upgrades in Dimapur.
NPKL Residents Struggle with Missing Footpaths, Water Supply
Residents of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout in Bengaluru highlight persistent infrastructure gaps including unsafe footpaths and incomplete Cauvery water connections despite years of promises.
NHAI Removes 100+ Encroachments on NH-16 in Tangi
National Highways Authority of India conducted an eviction drive on NH-16 in Tangi, removing structures to enhance safety during Road Safety Month.
Guwahati's Paltan Bazar Traffic Chaos Persists Daily
Paltan Bazar in Guwahati experiences severe traffic congestion daily as autorickshaws and taxis crowd roads near the railway station, with police collecting hefty fines but struggling to find lasting solutions.
Andhra Transport Dept Registers 1,896 Cases Against Private Buses
The Andhra Pradesh transport department registered 1,896 cases against private bus operators for overcharging and safety violations during Sankranti. Fines totalled ₹1.27 crore.
Vijayawada Flyover Gridlock: Residents Demand Urgent Solutions
Residents of Singh Nagar and neighboring areas in Vijayawada face daily commuting nightmares due to the saturated Ajith Singh Nagar flyover. Traffic jams persist for hours, accidents are frequent, and a proposed alternate flyover remains delayed.
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