Panchkula DC Launches Drive to Eliminate Child Labour
Panchkula DC Satpal Sharma directs officials for surprise checks at hotspots to eradicate child labour. A combined strategy of enforcement and public awareness is key. Read more.
Category : Governance
Chandigarh MC Reviews Bulk Waste Management & Fire Safety
Chandigarh Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar chaired a key meeting to enforce strict bulk waste management and fire safety norms. Non-compliance will lead to strict action. Read more.
SMC Officials Noticed for Illegal Waste Dumping in Surat
Two senior SMC officials face show-cause notices for negligence after 500 truckloads of unprocessed waste were illegally dumped near Kakaria village. GPCB directs action and a Rs 2.5 crore penalty.
Chandigarh MC Chief Reviews Waste Management Systems
Chandigarh's Municipal Commissioner reviewed the city's waste management, focusing on segregation and processing. New directives aim to improve efficiency within 15 days. Read about the key action points.
Haryana Regulator Demands 24-Hour Power, Lower Losses
Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission mandates DISCOMs to reduce AT&C losses and provide 24-hour power supply. The hearing revealed a ₹4,484 crore revenue gap despite projected surplus. Read the full story.
Second Road Cave-in in 10 Days on Chennai's RK Mutt Road
A portion of RK Mutt Road in Mylapore, Chennai, collapsed again due to a sewage pipeline leak. Residents blame old infrastructure and poor coordination between civic bodies for the recurring danger.
Railway Zones Missing Safety Goals to Get No Awards
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw declares safety is non-negotiable. Zones failing safety targets will be ineligible for awards, regardless of other performance. New tech portal for staff ideas launched.
100 Districts Record High Road Deaths, Govt Launches DDHI
A govt study identifies 100 districts with high road fatalities. Ministers meet to launch Data-Driven Hyperlocal Interventions (DDHI) for targeted action to achieve zero road deaths.
Margao MMC Beautification Cleans 3 Major Black Spots
Margao Municipal Council's beautification project successfully transforms 3 of 10 identified waste dumping black spots. Officials credit improved aesthetics and vigilance for the change. Read how the model will be replicated.
Maharashtra Plans 200-NM Waterway Network for MMR
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces a 200-nautical-mile waterway network to connect MMR suburbs with Navi Mumbai Airport and Nariman Point, aiming to benefit 16 million passengers.
Key Ministries to Shift from South Block, Shastri Bhawan
The government has allocated office space in the new Kartvya Bhawan-2 for ministries like Defence and Education, marking a historic shift from the colonial-era South and North Blocks. This paves the way for the Yugeen Yugeen Bharat Museum.
Railways ditch British-era black bandhgala coats
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces end of colonial-era black prince coats in railways. PM Modi pushes to identify and replace such practices with Indian alternatives.
Jharkhand Launches Public Portal for Budget Suggestions
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren launched the Abua Dishom Budget Portal & app, inviting public suggestions for the state budget until Jan 17. Top contributors will be honoured.
Tripura shares deregulation success with Bihar govt
Tripura showcases its national-leading business reforms and SWAAGAT portal to Bihar in a high-level knowledge exchange, promoting cooperative federalism in governance.
Hubballi BRTS Crash Highlights Lane Encroachment Menace
A collision between a BRTS bus and a private car in Hubballi reignites safety concerns. Despite ANPR cameras, enforcement remains weak as private vehicles freely use the dedicated lane. Read more.
Delhi Uses 1275 Kg Chicken to Deter Kites for Air Show
Delhi government deploys 1275 kg of chicken meat to lure black kites away from Republic Day airshow route. A unique strategy to ensure bird-free skies for fighter jets.
Railways Must Level Up for Viksit Bharat 2047: Vaishnaw
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urges Indian Railways to reach a new level for Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. He presented the 70th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar to 100 officials.
Trichy's 'Tell Your Dreams' Scheme Targets 7.1 Lakh Families
Trichy launches a massive public survey, 'Unga Kanava Sollunga', to record aspirations of 7.1 lakh families. The initiative aims to gauge govt scheme reach & shape future policies. Read more.
Maharashtra approves Rs 923 crore traffic management system
Maharashtra govt grants approval for a Rs 923 crore 4G/5G-based traffic system at 869 accident-prone spots across 36 districts. Aim: reduce accidents & improve real-time monitoring.
Modern Accident Relief Train with OT Deployed at Manmad
Central Railway's Bhusawal division stations a state-of-the-art High Speed Accident Relief Train (HS-SPART) at Manmad Junction, featuring an onboard operation theatre and advanced rescue gear for swift emergency response ahead of Kumbh Mela 2026-28.
Delhi to replace 7,900 km of power cables by 2026
Delhi government launches a massive project to replace 7,900 km of old power cables by 2026, aiming to eliminate outages and ensure a clean, reliable electricity supply for the capital.
TN's WhatsApp Chatbot 'Namma Arasu' Offers 51 Services
Tamil Nadu government partners with Meta to launch 'Namma Arasu', a WhatsApp chatbot providing 51 citizen services in Tamil and English. Access bill payments, certificates, and more on +91 7845252525.
Gurgaon MCG collects Rs 30 crore tax, seals 55 properties
Gurgaon's MCG accelerates property tax recovery, collecting Rs 30 crore in 1.5 months and sealing 55 properties. The civic body now targets illegal commercial activities in residential areas to boost revenue for city development.
Delhi Uses 1,275 Kg Chicken to Protect Republic Day Air Show
Delhi government deploys a unique plan, distributing 1,275 kg of chicken meat to keep black kites away from the Republic Day airshow route. Learn how this strategy ensures a safe and spectacular display.
Vande Bharat Sleeper: Howrah-Guwahati Timetable, Stops, Price
Indian Railways launches its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Kamakhya route. Get details on schedule, 13 stoppages, 14-hour journey, and ticket prices starting at Rs 2,300. Book now!
NHAI's Bengaluru-Vijayawada Expressway Bags 2 Guinness Records
NHAI enters Guinness Book for constructing 75 km in 105 hours & laying 2,500 km of bituminous concrete in a day on Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Expressway. Read about this engineering marvel.
New Cab Pickup Rules Reviewed for Bengaluru Airport
Karnataka's Chief Secretary reviews new cab pickup rules at KIA to ease passenger congestion. The plan includes a dedicated holding area and tech solutions for smoother transit.
Delhi Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political News
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Delhi today. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Explained: 8 Questions Defining India's Fiscal Federalism
A deep dive into India's fiscal federalism compact. Understand the 8 crucial questions on tax devolution, cess, and the Finance Commission's role shaping Centre-State finances.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Howrah-Guwahati Route, Speed
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches next week, connecting Howrah and Guwahati at 130 kmph. A Make in India marvel, it promises faster, safer travel. Read more.
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