Lucknow's Four New Sewage Plants for Gomti Cleanup
Jal Nigam plans four new sewage treatment plants with 342 MLD capacity to intercept untreated waste from major drains flowing into Gomti River.
Category : Public Policy
Madurai Sewage Crisis: Residents Struggle, Seek Solution
Residents in Madurai's Aruldosspuram face sewage overflow into homes and streets for over a week, causing health hazards and daily disruptions, with officials promising a fix.
ISEC Faculty Shaped India's Agricultural Policies
Faculty members from the Institute for Social and Economic Change have played crucial roles in key agricultural developments, including Karnataka's irrigation projects and national sericulture policies.
Heritage Building in Neyyattinkara Faces Collapse
A 100-year-old education department building in Neyyattinkara civil station is on the verge of collapse. Termite damage and lack of maintenance threaten this historic structure.
Tribal Leaders Demand Separate Corporation for Jenu Kuruba, Koraga
Tribal leaders from Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada urge Karnataka govt to form a separate corporation for Jenu Kuruba and Koraga communities, citing neglect and lack of access to benefits.
Bijnor Villagers' Underpass Demand Rejected, Protest Ends
NHAI rejects underpass proposal near Hemraj Colony on NH-34, leading to forceful eviction of villagers' protest after seven months. Bengali Hindu migrants affected.
Mission Suraksha: Shivamogga's Cure for Child Marriages
Mission Suraksha in Shivamogga effectively combats child marriages and encourages minors to report sexual assault and family abuse to police.
Punjab Rescues 31 Child Beggars in Statewide Drive
Punjab authorities rescued 31 child beggars in a special two-day operation across all districts. Four children reunited with parents, while 27 moved to care homes for further action.
Punjab Vet Doctors to Protest on Jan 30 for Pay Parity
Veterinary doctors in Punjab announce a state-level protest march on January 30 at the animal husbandry department office, demanding pay parity and other long-standing benefits.
Nellore BVS School Gets Rs 5.5 Crore Modernization Boost
Municipal Administration Minister Ponguru Narayana announces Rs 5.5 crore for BVS school modernization in Nellore, with 15 municipal schools set for corporate-level upgrades.
Mitti Cafe Opens at Calcutta High Court, Empowers Disabled
Mitti Cafe, run by disabled staff, launches at Calcutta High Court to provide jobs and visibility for people with special needs, supported by Chief Justice.
Cavelossim Rejects Coastal Plan, Opposes Betul Port
Cavelossim gram sabha unanimously rejected the 2019 draft Coastal Zone Management Plan, strongly objecting to a proposed port in Betul village that threatens livelihoods and environment.
Khagaria Villagers Risk Lives Daily Without Bridge
Residents of riverine villages in Khagaria face daily dangers crossing the Bagmati river without a proper bridge, impacting 50,000 people's access to work, education, and healthcare.
Stray Dog Debate: SC Orders Action, Experts Warn Against Quick Fixes
The Supreme Court's January order on stray dogs sparks debate between public safety and humane solutions. Experts argue removal creates new risks, urging scientific ABC programs instead.
Jagannath Temple Cuts Parking Fee to Rs 240 After Outcry
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration reduces parking charges at Puri guest houses from Rs 500 to Rs 240 per day following widespread devotee resentment.
Who Is The Real Encroacher? Governments Ignore PG Safety
Governments consistently overlook occupancy norms in PG accommodations, compromising resident safety. This deliberate ignorance avoids creating better housing options for people.
Dehradun Pet Dog Policy Finalized with New Rules
Dehradun Municipal Corporation finalizes pet dog policy with fines up to Rs 20,000 for abandonment, leash and muzzle mandates, and a four-dog limit per owner.
Tripura Girl Stops Marriage to Pursue Police Career
A 16-year-old tribal student in South Tripura stopped her forced marriage with institutional help. She wants to continue education and become a police officer.
Minister Stresses Scientific Temper to Fight Myths, Superstition
Social Welfare Minister HC Mahadevappa emphasized promoting scientific temper and rational analysis to build a progressive nation, warning against myths and pseudoscience.
Ponda Farmers Protest Tourism Land Acquisition
Seasonal Mollekar farmers in Ponda's Farmagudi-Bandora oppose tourism department plans to acquire their cultivable land for fortress development, fearing loss of traditional livelihood.
Goa to Get All-Terrain Fire Tenders for Tough Locations
Goa's fire department is set to acquire specialized all-wheel-drive fire tenders to combat fires in challenging terrains like beaches, forests, and mining sites, pending government approval.
Why India Needs Jury Duty and Civil Conscription Now
Indian nationalism requires active participation beyond voting. Reviving jury duty and introducing civil conscription could transform citizenship from passive spectatorship to meaningful service.
Women as Growth Architects: India's Leadership Shift
India moves from viewing women as welfare beneficiaries to recognizing them as economic and political leaders driving social justice and democratic progress.
Navi Mumbai's First Urban Farm Centre Opens Under Power Lines
Cidco's green zone policy transforms land beneath high-tension lines into Navi Mumbai's pioneering Urban Agriculture Centre, promoting natural farming and skill development.
Mushroom Emoji is Poisonous Hallucinogenic Fungus: Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica reveals the mushroom emoji depicts fly agaric, a toxic hallucinogenic fungus. It contains bufotenine, causes poisoning symptoms, and has a deadly history as fly poison.
Odisha Woman Overcomes Adversity to Become Transport Entrepreneur
Santoshi Deo, once a child bride facing domestic violence, now leads as Odisha's first woman auto-rickshaw driver and heavy truck operator, inspiring women through government support.
India's Forest Governance Needs Structural Revamp, Not Tech Fixes
Experts argue India's forest governance crisis stems from colonial-era institutional flaws, not just slow processes. Real solution lies in empowering local communities through Forest Rights Act implementation.
Construction Debris Chokes Nagpur Lanes, Sparks Safety Fears
Unregulated dumping of construction material in Deo Nagar, Nagpur, creates daily traffic bottlenecks and safety hazards for residents, pedestrians, and motorists.
New Job Law May Erode Women's Freedom: Experts
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar Act replaces MGNREGA. Experts warn it removes guaranteed work during peak seasons, forcing rural women into informal jobs with lower wages and no security.
Mysuru: Mother-Baby Rehabilitation Gap Sparks Crisis
A 25-year-old breastfeeding mother rescued from begging in Mysuru highlights a legal loophole. Authorities struggle as existing centers can't accommodate mother and child together, forcing temporary measures.
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