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Hyderabad: The BRS leaders on Tuesday visited Basti Dawakhanas in the city and targeted the government for mismanagement of these Basti Dawakhanas. The BRS leaders also alleged that the doctors in some of the clinics gave tablets, which had expiry date. The BRS Working President KT Rama Rao, along with party leaders, inspected Basti Dawakhana at Ibrahimnagar in Khairatabad constituency on Monday. During the visit, KTR interacted with patients and enquired about the issues being faced at the hea ...Read More >
Vijayawada: The state government approved 281 projects worth Rs 10,319.93 crore under the AMRUT 2.0 programme to upgrade water supply and sanitation systems in urban areas across the state. The projects will be implemented under the Concessionaire Hybrid Annuity Model through the Andhra Pradesh Urban Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation (APUFIDC). The projects were cleared under the Revised State Water Action Plan Tranche I and II. Of the total project cost, Rs 6,477.03 crore has ...Read More >
New Delhi: The continued unhygienic state of washrooms in court complexes across the country constitutes a persistent violation of the fundamental rights and the right to dignity of all users, including judges, advocates, litigants and staff, according to status report filed on behalf of different High Courts before the Supreme Court. The apex court was informed that the poor condition of washrooms, even in High Courts in metropolitan cities, was not an isolated incident but showed a systemic a ...Read More >
Ram conducted an early morning inspection of Shewalwadi and Manjari areas on Saturday to review cleanliness, drainage systems, potholes, encroachments, and sewage discharge in nullahs Municipal commissioner Naval Kishore Ram on Saturday transferred a senior officer from the Hadapsar regional ward office and suspended three other employees for negligence and poor performance. Ram has on Saturday taken stern action against civic officials and staff following surprise inspections across the city' ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 20 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the Deepotsav Milan in Ayodhya's Karsevakpuram, saying that over the past nine years, the celebration of Deepotsav has given Ayodhya a new global identity. He urged unity, vigilance against divisive elements, and shared his morning visit to a sanitation workers' colony, distributing sweets, reflecting the spirit of celebration and community. Addressing a public gathering, CM Yogi said, "Over ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) As heavy rains continued to lash several parts of Tamil Nadu under the influence of the Northeast Monsoon, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday visited the Command and Control Centre of the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA) at Ezhilagam to assess the state's monsoon preparedness. The Chief Minister also held a video conference with district Collectors, instructing them to take urgent steps to mitigate the impact of floods and ensure the saf ...Read More >
New Delhi: A video from the Amrit Bharat Express (Train No. 16601) has gone viral and sparked outrage on social media. The video shows disposable food containers being washed on the train's basin and being kept aside for alleged reuse for the purpose of serving meals to passengers. As the video clip was shared and viewed by thousands of users, Railway authorities were slammed for negligence and poor hygiene standards. Some called the practice unsafe, while others highlighted separate issues, i ...Read More >
Ayodhya's Deepotsav this year will be a spectacular blend of tradition and technology. Over 1,100 indigenous drones will illuminate the skies, recreating scenes from the Ramayana. This will be complemented by mesmerizing 3-D holographic laser shows. More than 26 lakh earthen lamps will also light up the ghats of Ram Ki Paidi, promising a grand celebration for devotees. This year's Deepotsav in Ayodhya promises a stunning fusion of tradition and technology, with 1,100 indigenous drones lighting ...Read More >
Pune: The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) on Saturday suspended three employees and transferred an assistant commissioner-rank officer, citing poor sanitation, garbage-strewn roads and inadequate cleanliness measures, officials said. PMC Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram said the action was taken after he inspected the Shewalwadi and Manjari areas of the city. PMC Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram's Statement "During my visit, the locals complained of various civic issues. I found that the drainag ...Read More >
As Uganda joined the rest of the world to mark Global Handwashing Day, the government, in partnership with Dettol Uganda, renewed its commitment to promoting hygiene, dignity, and health in schools and communities. The call to action was made by Florence Nambozo, minister of state for Karamoja Affairs, during the celebrations and the official launch of phase II of the Dettol Hygiene Quest, a global education programme designed to equip young children with essential hygiene skills for life. Tar ...Read More >
Kakinada: The Andhra Pradesh social welfare residential girls high school and junior college is competing with corporate colleges in providing best education in advanced technology methods. Its students, along with their studies, are also engaged in cleaning the surroundings, thereby bagging the Swachch state award. The school provides education to girls from Class V to X and Intermediate with full-fledged teaching faculty and good discipline. All the students hail from rural backgrounds and f ...Read More >
Chief minister Rekha Gupta has directed all government departments to ensure that Delhi glows with festive lights, cleanliness, and smooth traffic during Diwali. In a review meeting held ahead of the festival, Gupta instructed officials to focus on illumination, waste management, and congestion-free movement across the city. Following her directions, Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma issued detailed orders to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), the Publi ...Read More >
"Work on two aspects firstly to specify how much DAP is required, and secondly, plan a distribution system that prevents farmers from queuing up." - Shivraj Singh Chouhan During the meeting, the Union Minister reviewed the availability of fertilizers in the district in the presence of public representatives and sought a detailed briefing from district officials. Chouhan instructed that no farmer should face any inconvenience, directing the administration to ensure smooth arrangements that farm ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a major breakthrough for Indian authorities, a court in Antwerp on Friday cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, ruling that his arrest by Belgian authorities on India's request was valid. Officials said the order marks a significant step forward in India's efforts to bring Choksi back to face trial in the ₹13,000-crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam. Choksi, however, has the option to appeal the decision in a higher court in Belgium. "The order has come i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 17 (ANI): A Belgian court in Antwerp has cleared the extradition of fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi to India, declaring his arrest by Belgian authorities earlier this year as lawful. The ruling represents a major development in India's long-running efforts to secure his return in connection with the Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case. Also Read | What Is IRCTC Vikalp Scheme and How Can It Help You Get Confirmed Train Tickets During Diwali and Chhath Puja? Kno ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 16 (ANI): The city of Ayodhya is ready to immerse itself in the divine colours of Deepotsav, celebrating the homecoming of Lord Shri Ram. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Municipal Corporation has undertaken preparations to make this ninth edition of Deepotsav a truly grand and unforgettable event, according to an official release of the State government. This year celebration will not only bathe Ayodhya in the glow of countless ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 16 (ANI): The city of Ayodhya is ready to immerse itself in the divine colours of Deepotsav, celebrating the homecoming of Lord Shri Ram. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Municipal Corporation has undertaken preparations to make this ninth edition of Deepotsav a truly grand and unforgettable event, according to an official release of the State government. This year's celebration will not only bathe Ayodhya in the glow of countles ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Punjab, still recovering from the devastation caused by the recent floods, is now battling an alarming surge in vector-borne diseases. Data from the health department shows that the positivity rate of dengue, which was around 3.8% so far this year, spiked to over 11.5% in October -- nearly a threefold rise following the floods.The floods -- the worst in Punjab in decades -- ravaged nearly 2,300 villages across the state, affecting over 4 lakh people and claiming 55 lives. Water stood ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Expressing pain over the loss of lives, the Madras High Court on Friday constituted a special investigation team (SIT) under IPS officer Asra Garg to probe the Karur stampede, which claimed 41 lives on September 27. "Watching the videos is painful," said Justice N Senthilkumar, expressing shock that only two people had been arrested so far in connection with the incident. The High Court pulled up the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) leaders and organisers of the ra ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 2 (PTI) More than 16 crore citizens across India joined the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) campaign, cleaning nearly 14 lakh cleanliness target units (CTUs) and five lakh public spaces, while over 1.5 lakh Safai Mitra Suraksha Shivirs were held to emphasise the safety and dignity of sanitation workers, official data showed. The Jal Shakti Ministry on Thursday observed Swachh Bharat Diwas with a collective 'shramdaan' by senior officials, marking the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi ...Read More >
Imphal, Oct 2 (UNI) The birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was observed as National Cleanliness Day/Swachh Bharat Diwas at Gandhi Memorial Hall, Imphal, with Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla leading the celebrations. The Governor, along with the Speaker of the Manipur Assembly, former Chief Minister, MLAs, Chief Secretary, DGP, senior civil and police officials and members of the public, offered floral tributes to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. Addressing the gathering, the Governor highl ...Read More >
Wellington: Indian missions across the globe paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 156th birth anniversary on Thursday, celebrating his universal message of peace and non-violence. About Gandhi Jayanti Gandhi Jayanti commemorates Gandhi's lifelong commitment to truth, non-violence, and social justice. It not only honours his philosophy of peace and ethical living but also serves as the International Day of Non-Violence, observed worldwide to spread his message. Tweet Of The Indian High Commi ...Read More >
New Delhi: As garbage piled up in the open spaces of Gurugram makes hashtags like #Kudagram trend on social media, a group of frustrated residents, including expats, of posh gated communities, have taken it upon themselves to remove trash from the streets every weekend. In Bengaluru, India's IT hub, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, the founder of Biocon and a city resident, renewed the debate about garbage mismanagement with her viral post on X. This March, villagers blocked the garbage trucks from accessi ...Read More >
BJP State spokesperson Sadineni Yamini Sarma on Sunday objected to APCC president Y.S. Sharmila's comments criticising the move to construct temples by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). In a statement, Ms. Yamini Sarma said, "If not 5,000 temples, we will build 50,000 temples. What's your problem, Sharmila? If you truly have the courage, question the churches about how much of their income is used for social service." Ms. Yamini Sarma was reacting to Ms. Sharmila's comments that Chief ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, who secured India its political freedom, was far ahead of his time when he said, 'Sanitation is more important than independence'. For Gandhi, a truly free India was not just politically independent but also socially awakened, where hygiene and dignity walked hand in hand. Unfortunately, these timeless and powerful words of wisdom by Gandhi were consigned to oblivion by successive governments in the entire history of in ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Spanking new Indiramma Canteens, offering breakfast at Rs 5 and meals at Rs 5 were inaugurated by Hyderabad District In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi on Monday. Inspired by the vision of Indira Gandhi and committed to building a hunger-free Hyderabad, the modernised canteens were opened at Motinagar and Khairtabad Mint Campus. The canteens aim to provide nutritious, quality food at highly subsidized rates, easing the economic burden on thousands of u ...Read More >
The NHRC has taken "suo motu cognisance of a media report that two sanitation workers died due to asphyxiation on September 22, 2025 while working on a newly constructed underground drainage pipeline near Carmel Garden in the Muthunagar area of Tiruverumbur, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu," it said in a statement. Reportedly, they were engaged by a construction firm for the work of the Tiruchirappalli Corporation, the rights panel said. Therefore, it has issued notices to the commissione ...Read More >
Lucknow, Sep 29 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh will host the Diamond Jubilee Grand Finale of the Bharat Scouts and Guides and the 19th National Jamboree in Lucknow from November 23-29, the state government said on Monday. The groundbreaking ceremony for the "world-class" camp was held at the Defence Expo Ground in Vrindavan Yojana here, featuring traditional rituals and chanting. Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, Education Ministers Gulab Devi and Sandeep Singh, and President of the state unit of Bharat Sc ...Read More >
Lucknow, Sep 29 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh is set to become a global platform for youth as Lucknow prepares to host the Diamond Jubilee Grand Finale of the Bharat Scouts and Guides and the 19th National Jamboree from November 23-29, 2025. The groundbreaking ceremony for this world-class camp was held here today at the Defence Expo Ground in Vrindavan Yojana, featuring traditional rituals and chanting. UP Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, Education Ministers Gulab Devi and Sandeep Singh, and Dr. Mahendr ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Sep 29 (UNI) Inspired by the vision of Indiramma and committed to building a hunger-free Hyderabad, District In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Hyderabad Mayor Gadwal Vijayalaxmi, inaugurated Indiramma Canteens at Motinagar and Khairatabad Mint Campus in the city on Monday. The canteens aim to provide nutritious, quality food at highly subsidized rates, easing the economic burden on thousands of underprivileged citizens. These canteens, breakfast is served at just ₹5 and meals a ...Read More >
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