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Swachh Survekshan (SS), a landmark initiative under the SBM-U, has become a defining force in India's urban journey toward cleanliness Indore once again has been declared India's cleanest city, winning the top spot for the eighth year in a row in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25. Surat secured the second position, while Navi Mumbai stood third. President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards in New Delhi on Thursday. Gujarat's Surat secured the second position in the Super Swachh League category. A ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indore has once again emerged as India's cleanest city, securing the top spot in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 for the eighth consecutive year. The results of the Central government's annual cleanliness survey were announced in New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu conferred the awards at a ceremony organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs at Vigyan Bhawan. Surat and Navi Mumbai followed Indore, grabbing second and third positions, respecti ...Read More >
Seven urban local bodies in Chhattisgarh have been awarded national recognition under Swachh Survekshan 2024 for outstanding cleanliness performance. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards in New Delhi. The Chief Minister emphasized that the recognition resulted from collective efforts across various levels of governance to maintain clean and beautiful cities. Seven urban local bodies in Chhattisgarh have earned national accolades for their exemplary performance in cleanliness, as par ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu will present the 'Swachh Survekshan Awards 2024-25' on July 17, marking the 9th edition of the annual urban cleanliness survey, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry said the event will honour the cleanest cities across India and recognise the relentless efforts of urban local bodies (ULBs) in advancing the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U). Also Read | India Raises Paha ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu will present the 'Swachh Survekshan Awards 2024-25' on July 17, marking the 9th edition of the annual urban cleanliness survey, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry said the event will honour the cleanest cities across India and recognise the relentless efforts of urban local bodies (ULBs) in advancing the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U). A total of 78 awards will be ...Read More >
Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand) [India], July 15 (ANI): Eight people were killed after a vehicle carrying 13 passengers met with an accident near the Suni bridge in Muwani town of Uttarakhand Pithoragarh district, a police officer said on Tuesday. Pithoragarh Superintendent of Police (SP) Rekha Yadav confirmed the incident and stated that a rescue operation is currently underway. Eight people died after a vehicle carrying 13 people crashed near the Suni bridge in Muwani town. The police officials ha ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 15 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu will be conferring the prestigious Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards at a national ceremony organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) at Delhi Vigyan Bhawan on July 17 (Thursday), according to an official statement from the ministry. The awards will be given in the presence of Union Minister Manohar Lal and Minister of State, MoHUA Tokhan Sahu, the statement added. Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 marks the ninth edition o ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Secunderabad and surrounding areas came alive on Sunday to the devotional chants, drumbeats and thunderous energy of Potharajus, as the Bonalu festivities commenced, with lakhs thronging various temples. While Ujjaini Mahankali Temple remained the main attraction, devotees visited several other temples in Secunderabad such as including Mavurala Pedamma, Dokalamma, Katta Maisamma, Gandi Maisamma and Yellamma temples -- all located within two kilometre radius of the Ujjaini Mahankali T ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, and Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender thanked Union Defence Minister Rajanath Singh for approving a budget of Rs 303 crore for development works in Secunderabad Cantonment area. Kishan Reddy announced on Tuesday that in 2024, the Defence Department transferred the land needed for the elevated corridor from Jubilee Bus Station to Shamirpet to the state government. In return, it was agreed that the Rs. 303 crore received would be deposited ...Read More >
Guwahati: The East Khasi Hills district administration will enforce a new set of parking regulations from August 1 to improve urban mobility across Shillong in Meghalaya. The initiative, which spans seven key traffic zones including Sadar, Madanrting, Laban, Mawlai, Rynjah, Lumdiengjri, and Laitumkhrah, aims to organize parking in critical stretches of the city. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! The Urban Affairs Department has introduced standard ...Read More >
Bhilwara: A youth died after being beaten by vegetable vendors over a petty dispute in Rajasthan's Bhilwara on Friday. The deceased has been identified as 25-year-old Sitaram Keer, a resident of Tonk district's cantonment. Shahpura ASP Rajesh Arya said that the deceased was part of a four-member group, who were returning home in a car after visiting Bisalpur dam. The youths were passing through Jahazpur town late Friday evening when a vegetable vendor's cart was rammed by the car near the Bhan ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): SpiceJet on Thursday acknowledged that some passengers are currently facing difficulties in reaching the airline's customer care helpline due to intermittent technical issues. The airline said efforts are underway to restore normal functioning as soon as possible. In an official message on X, SpiceJet stated, 'We are currently experiencing intermittent issues with our SpiceJet Customer Care helpline numbers. We assure you that our relevant teams are working to r ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): In a significant anti-encroachment operation, the Defence Estates Office, Delhi Circle, freed five acres of prime Defence land at Brar Square, Delhi Cantonment, from unauthorised occupation, said an official statement. The site had been encroached upon by illegal dairies, temporary shanties, and other unauthorised structures. The operation was initiated following a tip-off from a military unit co-located with the encroached site. Also Read | Kidjo, Padukone Mak ...Read More >
Gurgaon: The city, which is growing at a rapid pace, stands at a crossroads where it can learn from several innovative urban management practices of other Indian cities to tackle its own challenges. At the national conference of urban local bodies in Manesar on Thursday, mayors and municipal corporations from across the country shared their strategies, offering valuable insights for Gurgaon to consider.Surat generates Rs 140 crore from selling sewage-treated water to industries and has introduce ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): In a significant anti-encroachment operation, the Defence Estates Office, Delhi Circle, freed five acres of prime Defence land at Brar Square, Delhi Cantonment, from unauthorised occupation, said an official statement. The site had been encroached upon by illegal dairies, temporary shanties, and other unauthorised structures. The operation was initiated following a tip-off from a military unit co-located with the encroached site. It was executed by the Office o ...Read More >
Nagpur: The Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA) has almost completed the Rs 132.49 crore phase 1 of the Tajbagh renovation and beautification project and is now awaiting Rs 95.87 crore to start phase 2 of the project. Under the first phase, NMRDA strengthened and beautified the main dargah, constructed a shopping complex, a choti dargah, shops, and other structures, including marble flooring. According to NMRDA sources, Phase 1 of the project received Rs 132.49 crore adminis ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): In a significant anti-encroachment operation, the Defence Estates Office, Delhi Circle, freed five acres of prime Defence land at Brar Square, Delhi Cantonment, from unauthorised occupation, said an official statement. The site had been encroached upon by illegal dairies, temporary shanties, and other unauthorised structures. The operation was initiated following a tip-off from a military unit co-located with the encroached site. It was executed by the Office o ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A total of 157 trees are set to be axed across the city to facilitate the construction of skywalks and foot overbridges at five major railway stations as part of Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project's corridor-2. A proposal seeking clearance to this effect has been submitted by K-Ride (Rail Infrastructure Development Company-Karnataka Limited), the nodal agency for the suburban rail project, to Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). On Saturday, a public notice was issued regarding the ...Read More >
Bengaluru Power Cuts: Citizens of Bengaluru brace yourself for long hours of power outages from June 29 and June 30. More than 100 areas will be impacted as BESCOM undertakes its quarterly maintenance work in various of its division. Bengaluru Power Outages June 29: According to the update by BESCOM on its X handler, there will be power outages in Kittaganahalli, Palasandra, Saptagiri, Maruthinagar, Sankapur, Raghavendra Nagar, Goolarivee, Baddihalli, Kesaramadu, C.M Badawan, Kalalli and SKS v ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Super ECBC (Energy Conservation Building Code) compliant building at Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Terming it a landmark in sustainable infrastructure, he emphasised the government's commitment to energy efficiency and green design in public facilities. The facility will serve as a national-level training hub for power sector staff. He urged power utilities to expedite 20 lakh rooftop solar connecti ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday lauded the role of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets during Operation Sindoor, calling their contributions a shining example of selfless service and commitment to the nation. Speaking at the Special National Integration Camp at Chinar Auditorium, Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar, the LG said the cadets "rose to the occasion during difficult times," referring to their active participation in relief efforts during Operation Sindoor. "Beyond ...Read More >
Koraput: While the state celebrates Rath Yatra on Friday, the temple town of Jeypore in Koraput district continues to observe a unique tradition, pulling of the chariots a day later even though all other rituals, such as Pahandi and Chhera Pahanra, are conducted on the same day as the main festival.Though there is no official or documented historical evidence supporting this deviation, the practice has over the years given rise to a blend of local legends, cultural beliefs and royal anecdotes.Ac ...Read More >
Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a special national integration camp organised by the Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh NCC Directorate here, Abdullah also lauded the sanctioning of several projects for the UT. "Let there be discussions, it is a good thing. But we would want the discussions to conclude soon and that we get what we are demanding," he said. Welcoming the sanctioning of several projects for Jammu and Kashmir, including tunnels, costing ₹10,600 crore, the CM said these projects wi ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with National Cadet Corps (NCC) Cadets at the Special National Integration Camp, today at Badami Bagh Cantonment here. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO In his address, Sinha commended the NCC Directorate, J&K and Ladakh, Headquarters 15 Corps and Headquarters 31 Sub Area for organising Special National Integration Camp to provide an opportunity to expose youth from various parts of the country to the rich culture and traditions of J&K and ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today praised the exemplary service of NCC cadets during Operation Sindoor, highlighting their selfless contribution during challenging times. "Our NCC cadets rose to the occasion with exceptional courage and commitment. In addition to their support in relief camps across border districts, they organised blood donation drives and played a vital role in humanitarian efforts. Their actions have significantly enhanced the prestige of the NCC," he ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (UNI) An escalating controversy surrounds Italian luxury house Prada following its presentation of sandals strikingly similar to traditional Kolhapuri chappals in its Men's Spring Collection at Milan Fashion Week. The dispute, now a significant issue in Maharashtra, centres on Prada marketing the design for 1.2 lakh rupees without acknowledging its Indian origin, the artisans, or its deep cultural significance. The Kolhapuri chappal, granted Geographical Indication (GI) status ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the special national integration camp (SNIC) 2025 at the Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar and said that the strength of India lies in its unity in diversity and this unity in diversity is truly seen at camps like the SNIC 2025. A Defence Ministry statement said: "The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, visited the Special National Integration Camp (SNIC) 2025 at Badami Bagh Canton ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the special national integration camp (SNIC) 2025 at the Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar and said that the strength of India lies in its unity in diversity and this unity in diversity is truly seen at camps like the SNIC 2025. A Defence Ministry statement said: "The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, visited the Special National Integration Camp (SNIC) 2025 at Badami Bagh Cantonment, Srin ...Read More >
SHIMLA: A woman allegedly hanged herself at her home in Olgi village near Subathu cantonment in Solan district Wednesday evening, while she was live on social media.Police recovered a register from the room of the woman (20) in which she had reportedly reasoned that since her family was not ready to get her married to the man she was in love with, he had taken his life earlier. She also wrote therein that she believed she was responsible for his suicide. Therefore, she was also taking her life, ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Congress high command has accepted the resignations of Bharat Bhushan Ashu as working president of Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee, and Pargat Singh and Kushaldeep Singh Dhillon as the vice-presidents of the state unit, after the party's defeat in the just concluded Ludhiana West byelection. Bupesh Baghel, AICC incharge of the party's Punjab affairs, took to X Thursday evening to convey the party's decision. He wrote, "The party expresses its gratitude for the services of all three ...Read More >
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