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Hyderabad: The city is set to see a major push to decongest one of its most important arterial routes, as the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) plans a Rs 120 crore model corridor project on the road from Shaikpet to Masab Tank. The corridor links Gachibowli and the IT hub on the west to Mehdipatnam and the Old City area and is notorious for its traffic woes. The stretch between Tolichowki, Shaikpet, NMDC and Masab Tank regularly experiences congestion owing to a heavy volume of ve ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) While India's progress in the renewable-energy sector has been "tremendous", the hindrances in large-scale implementation of solutions are more "technical than actual", a top government official said on Wednesday. Talking to PTI Videos, Suman Chandra, Director at the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, said there are technical problems of transmission not having kept pace with the solar and wind deployment, and that the government is solving it. "Our progress has been ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 8 (MExN): Bank of Baroda has launched 'bob SAMVAD', an AI-powered multilingual conversational platform aimed at transforming in-branch customer interactions and enhancing inclusive banking services. The platform was formally launched by M Nagaraju, Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, in Mumbai on March 28. Described as an industry-first initiative, bob SAMVAD enables real-time, low-latency, two-way communication across 22 languages, allowing cu ...Read More >
BHUBANESWAR: In a bid to accelerate industrial growth and meet the rising demand for iron ore, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday urged mining leaseholders to enhance production capacity. Chairing a high-level meeting with leaseholders and captains of steel industries at Lok Seva Bhawan, the chief minister expressed concern that majority of the iron ore mines operating in the state are not meeting the quantifiable minimum production targets as defined in the mining plan approved by th ...Read More >
SHILLONG/TURA, April 7: From a barber's modest home in Tura to the remote borders of Mahendraganj, this year's MBoSE SSLC toppers have shattered the myth that academic excellence is a luxury of the Shillong elite, proving that grit and digital self-learning are the new equalisers in Meghalaya's education landscape. The merit list reveals a significant shift in the state's academic geography. Vishal Kumar, who secured the second rank from Embee Rosebud School in Tura, serves as the face of this ...Read More >
The green body was hearing a matter where it had initiated suo motu proceedings based on a newspaper report regarding the NHAI constructing a highway at protected pond sites. The report alleged that the alleviated Urban Extension Road-II over the pond in Goyla Khurd village passed through the village pond, which had been designated as a natural wetland. A bench of NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava and expert member A Senthil Vel said, "The core issues which arise for consideration ar ...Read More >
Imphal : A seven-year-old girl, displaced in the aftermath of the ethnic strife in Manipur and who went missing from a relief camp on Sunday, was found dead in Imphal East district, police said. A 28-year-old man arrested in connection with the disappearance of the minor confessed to abducting, raping and killing the girl, polcie said. The recovery of the body led to confrontation between protestors from the internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the area and the police who had to lob teargas ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6: The government on Monday dismissed reports suggesting that India was in discussions with Iran over imposing a transit levy through the Strait of Hormuz, calling such claims baseless and without any foundation. Speaking on the issue, Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Shipping, clarified that India has held no talks with Iran regarding any levy for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. "The government is not aware of any such development, seeking to allay ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government on Monday dismissed reports suggesting that India was in discussions with Iran over imposing a transit levy through the Strait of Hormuz, calling such claims baseless and without any foundation. Speaking on the issue, Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Shipping, clarified that India has held no talks with Iran regarding any levy for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. "The government is not aware of any such development, seeking to allay concerns ...Read More >
Imphal : A seven-year-old girl, displaced in the aftermath of the ethnic strife in Manipur and who went missing from a relief camp on Sunday, was found dead in Imphal East district, police said. A 28-year-old man arrested in connection with the disappearance of the minor confessed to abducting, raping and killing the girl, polcie said. The recovery of the body led to confrontation between protestors from the internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the area and the police who had to lob teargas ...Read More >
A 14-year-old boy's murder in Nagpur after being reported missing has ignited public anger, with residents accusing the police of a delayed response in the investigation. Photograph: ANI PhotoKey PointsAtharva Dilip Nanore, a 14-year-old boy missing for two days, was found murdered in Nagpur.The boy's body was discovered in a sack on a railway bridge, with signs of strangulation suspected.Local residents gathered at Gittikhadan police station, alleging delayed response from the police after the ...Read More >
Mumbai: The sound of firecrackers greeted residents near Parel and Prabhadevi stations early in the morning on Sunday as Central Railway and the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MRIDC) authorities and workers celebrated the demolition of the British-era Elphinstone road over bridge (ROB). The ROB had served as a key east-west connector for 115 years. The demolition required an additional 90 minutes beyond the 6.5-hour mega block announced earlier, inconveniencing rail co ...Read More >
Mumbai: The sound of firecrackers greeted residents near Parel and Prabhadevi stations early in the morning on Sunday as Central Railway and the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MRIDC) authorities and workers celebrated the demolition of the British-era Elphinstone road over bridge (ROB). The ROB had served as a key east-west connector for 115 years. The demolition required an additional 90 minutes beyond the 6.5-hour mega block announced earlier, inconveniencing rail co ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati, have developed a framework for designing earthquake-resistant 3D-printed concrete walls, according to officials. As it eliminates the need for labour and materials and allows structures to be made in more complex shapes, 3D printing in construction is being adopted globally. Although there has been some significant progress in producing 3D-printed buildings around the world, they have yet to gain widespread use in ear ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): In a move aimed at strengthening fertiliser availability amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia, Indian Potash Limited (IPL) has floated a global tender for the bulk import of granular and prilled urea, according to an official notice issued on April 4, 2026. The tender comes as part of coordinated efforts under the Department of Fertilizers to ensure an uninterrupted supply of key agricultural inputs, even as global supply chains face pressure du ...Read More >
Work has now moved to the installation of critical systems inside the tunnel, the NHSRCL said in a statement. "The 21-km tunnel between Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai and Shilphata includes a 5-km NATM section between Ghansoli and Shilphata, where excavation has been completed, paving the way for subsequent construction activities," it said. A drainage system is being developed using specialised casting gantries to ensure safe collection and channelization of seepage water, while waterproofing ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): Indian Railways has recorded a year of strong and well-rounded progress in FY 2025-26, achieving significant milestones across freight operations, passenger services, infrastructure development, safety systems, digital initiatives with advancing self-reliance in technology and manufacturing. These accomplishments underscore its critical role in supporting economic activity, enhancing connectivity, and ensuring efficient mobility across the country. Union Minist ...Read More >
Ladakh's Lunar Landscape: Protoplanet Quietly Trains ISRO Astronauts For Historic Human Space Mission Saturday, April 04, 2026 by Indian Defence News The Indian Space Research Organisation has embarked on a pioneering collaboration with Protoplanet to launch Mission Mitra, a high-altitude simulation project situated in the rugged terrains of Ladakh. This initiative is designed to replicate the extreme conditions of near-space environments, providing a rigorous training ground for India's burge ...Read More >
Korba (Chattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): Coal India Limited (CIL) Chairman and MD B Sairam on Saturday assured that the company is fully prepared to meet energy demands and bridge supply gaps for power plants amidst the ongoing West Asia crisis. Speaking to ANI, Sairam said that while gas-based power generation is impacted, CIL holds sufficient coal stocks to support the power sector and industries like steel, confirming no disruptions in production. "The recent crisis has mainly affected g ...Read More >
Mumbai: A fire broke out at an offshore installation operated by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation in Mumbai High on Friday evening, leaving 10 personnel with minor injuries. The incident occurred around 5:45 pm at the SHP platform, part of the company's Mumbai High Asset. In an official statement, ONGC said emergency response teams were immediately mobilised and the fire was swiftly brought under control. "A fire incident was reported at approximately 17:45 at ONGC's SHP Platform, Mumbai High As ...Read More >
Deputy Commissioner of Mysuru G. Lakshmikant Reddy has issued orders to temporarily divert vehicular traffic from the old bridge to the new bridge across river Kabini along National Highway 766 near Nanjangud town to facilitate the reconstruction of the old bridge. The National Highway 766 from the border of Kerala state towards Kollegal section near Nanjangud town has two major bridges across river Kabini, one of which is new and the other is old. Traffic from Mysuru to Nanjangud currently mo ...Read More >
Deputy Commissioner of Mysuru G. Lakshmikant Reddy has issued orders to temporarily divert vehicular traffic from the old bridge to the new bridge across river Kabini along National Highway 766 near Nanjangud town to facilitate the reconstruction of the old bridge. The National Highway 766 from the border of Kerala state towards Kollegal section near Nanjangud town has two major bridges across river Kabini, one of which is new and the other is old. Traffic from Mysuru to Nanjangud currently mo ...Read More >
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], April 2 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan on Thursday conducted an on-site inspection in Haridwar to review the progress of various ongoing and proposed works related to preparations for Kumbh Mela-2027. During the visit, he directed officials to ensure that all projects are completed within the stipulated timelines while maintaining high-quality standards, and emphasised the need for stronger inter-departmental coordination to expedite the work, a ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a historic convergence of faith, administrative prowess and political leadership, Mumbai has entered a new era of governance. For the first time in its over 150-year civic history, the 'City of Dreams,' a city that derives its very name from the goddess Mumbadevi, is now being steered by an all-woman leadership at the helm of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Ashwini Bhide Takes Charge As 1st Woman BMC Commissioner At the centre of this transformation is Ashwini Bhide, w ...Read More >
New Delhi (ABC Live): For years, crop residue in India has sat at the intersection of environment, agriculture, and public policy. Every winter, stubble burning returns as a severe air-pollution problem. Meanwhile, India continues to import a significant share of the bitumen needed for roads. In principle, therefore, bio-bitumen offers an elegant policy bridge: convert agricultural waste into a road-building input, reduce burning, and cut import dependence at the same time. That is precisely why ...Read More >
Panaji: The PWD has submitted a detailed project report (DPR) to Centre for the construction of the new "high-level" Borim bridge across the Zuari river, with a project estimate of Rs 1,948 crore.Construction of the four-laned, cable-stayed bridge, covering a length of 8km -- inclusive of approach roads -- on NH 566, will be funded by the Union ministry of road transport and highways.The bridge's estimate has now increased sixfold from the earlier expected cost of around Rs 300 crore for a lengt ...Read More >
The effective closure from the Iran war of the Strait of Hormuz -- the critical chokepoint for roughly 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas -- is in its fifth week with no clear signs of resolving. For Asia, which buys more than 80% of the crude and LNG that flows through the narrow waterway, the consequences have been swift: severe fuel shortages, export bans, and government budgets stretched to the breaking point. The crisis is forcing Asia to look both backward and forward simult ...Read More >
Tourists and travel agencies may apply for permits through the district collectorate in Mangan or through authorised travel operators as per government guidelines, he said. Mangan District Collector Anant Jain said permits will be issued to tourists for trips to Lachen and other areas in North Sikkim from Monday by the district administration and the tourism department. The Mangan district had stopped issuing permits to tourists to visit Lachen and Gurudongmar lake, and many areas in North Sik ...Read More >
CCTV footage from the area showed a man dragging a gunny bag out of an office building and later riding a scooter towards the bridge. In a shocking incident, a 30-year-old man allegedly killed her office HR manager and later beheaded and dismembered her body before dumping near a bridge over the Yamuna river in Uttar Pradesh's Agra, police said on Monday. Police said that they tracked down the accused, identified as 30-year-old Vinay Singh, after the woman's naked, headless body was found insi ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], January 27 (ANI): Research from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati have developed a predictive framework to identify the locations where glacial lakes are likely to form in the Eastern Himalayan mountains. The research provides crucial insights for hazard management and water-resource planning in high-mountain regions. Also Read | HPBOSE Board Exam 2026 Timetable: Class 10 and 12 Schedule Out on hpbose.org, New Pattern With 20% MCQs Introduced. When gl ...Read More >
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