The Botanical Garden of Indian Republic in Noida's Sector 38A is undergoing a ₹490-crore upgrade, with visitor entry closed since January 2025. The revamp includes new zones, gardens, and an interpretation centre, set to complete in about two years.
A parliamentary committee on water resources expresses deep concern over increasing groundwater contamination across India, highlighting heavy metals in Delhi and recommending AI-driven mitigation strategies.
Chhattisgarh assembly session reveals 665 industrial units generate hazardous waste, with opposition questioning a sharp rise from 163. Minister outlines monitoring measures and a new landfill site.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will distribute appointment letters to 1,228 nursing officers on Sunday, with 492 receiving them directly at Lok Bhavan and 736 at 15 medical institutions via live broadcast.
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Kullu Deputy Commissioner Anurag Chander Sharma chaired an NCORD meeting, emphasizing panchayat-level monitoring and school awareness campaigns to tackle drug abuse, including synthetic drugs like chitta.
The central government has established a three-member expert committee to rewrite the controversial chapter on the judiciary in the NCERT Class 8 textbook, following Supreme Court intervention over content referencing judicial corruption.
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has recommended that the UPSC review its CSAT paper, highlighting significant hurdles for aspirants from non-science backgrounds in civil services exams.
The Women's Safety Wing in Telangana has compiled a comprehensive guide to help identify sexism on college campuses and address toxic masculinity. The material will be circulated across educational institutions and shared on social media platforms.
Tamil Nadu government reveals 42 resorts operating without licenses in the eco-sensitive zone of Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve. Madras High Court grants three weeks for enforcement action.
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Rudrapur Municipal Corporation in Uttarakhand has imposed a complete ban on raw and cooked meat sales from March 19 to 27 during Navratri, coinciding with Eid-Al-Fitr. Major food outlets like KFC and Burger King have been fined for non-compliance, sparkin
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has initiated suo motu proceedings after reports of alleged corporal punishment of girl students in a Hisar government school, seeking detailed reports from district authorities.
Over 20 MPs from various parties collaborate under 'MPs for Children' to eliminate child marriage by 2030, emphasizing parliamentary action and social media restrictions for child protection.
Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on March 19, 2026, features diverse public opinions on governance, policy, and societal issues, highlighting citizen engagement in democratic discourse.
The bustling Ram Chowk market in southwest Delhi, with its 450+ shops and dense layout, faces severe fire risks due to combustible materials, dangling wires, and narrow lanes that hinder emergency access.
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Working mothers in Bengaluru celebrate the Supreme Court's decision to extend maternity leave to adoptive parents, emphasizing its role in strengthening parent-child emotional bonds.
The Union Cabinet has approved amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, introducing time-bound mechanisms for managing foreign funds and stricter oversight for NGOs. The bill aims to enhance clarity and national security.
Water contamination in Karnataka highlights that mere access to water is insufficient. This editorial calls for quality-focused reforms, stringent monitoring, and systemic changes to ensure safe drinking water for all residents.
To achieve the goals of the National Oral Health Programme, policy action must extend beyond awareness campaigns and focus on integrating oral health into primary healthcare services for better public health outcomes.
ASHA workers in Tarn Taran, Punjab, have launched a boycott of duties from March 16 to 28, protesting unmet demands for better allowances and budget provisions after 18 years of service.
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Jharkhand Animal Welfare Board mandates all pet shops and dog breeding centers to register within 15 days to combat animal cruelty and prevent zoonotic diseases. Only six centers are currently registered statewide.
The Assam Pradesh Varishtha Nagarik Sangha calls for reinstating railway ticket concessions, extending Ayushman Bharat coverage, addressing pension issues, and issuing dedicated ID cards for senior citizens facing growing hardship.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announces significant reduction in misleading advertisements by coaching centers through strict enforcement of consumer protection laws.
Chandigarh administration pushes forward key projects under Master Plan 2031, including an International Convention Centre in Sector 17, a Concert Centre in Sarangpur, and a permanent exhibition centre to boost MICE tourism and preserve Le Corbusier's arc
In a major crackdown, Jaipur Municipal Corporation seized 230kg of banned single-use plastic and imposed fines totaling nearly Rs 1 lakh on traders during a joint enforcement drive with pollution control authorities.
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Chakan Municipal Council unveils urgent measures to control stray dogs after a woman's death, including shelter expansion, sterilization drives, and waste management improvements.
The revocation of Sonam Wangchuk's detention highlights significant procedural accountability gaps and ongoing threats to civil liberties, raising critical questions about governance and human rights.
The March 17, 2026 edition of Deccan Herald's Speak Out column addresses pressing topics including governance, public policy, and economic challenges, offering diverse perspectives.
CBI registers case over alleged Rs 11 crore fraud in disability scholarship funds, with 13 institutions under scrutiny for creating fictitious beneficiaries during 2023-24.
New Zealand's government introduces a bill to overhaul alcohol regulations, simplifying licensing, limiting objections, and easing rules for events and businesses like hairdressers and breweries.
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Analysis of street vending deregulation efforts in India, examining the tension between supporting micro-entrepreneurs' livelihoods and maintaining essential public health standards through FSSAI regulations.
