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Ghaziabad pulled out an alarming 123% of groundwater last year; Noida not far behind
Ghaziabad and Noida face severe water crises as groundwater extraction rates soar, with Ghaziabad extracting 123% of its total last year. Efforts to replenish are falling short, causing concern in overexploited areas like Muradnagar. Experts stress balance in extraction and recharge, urging sustainable management amid rising depletion. Initiatives like AMRUT 2.0 offer hope, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure upgrades to mitigate future shortages.
Kota Magic: Why the city continues to attract India's brightest minds
Kota, a city in Rajasthan, has emerged as a magnet for aspiring students across India, particularly those preparing for competitive exams like JEE and NEET. Known for its coaching institutes that offer structured and rigorous training, Kota has become synonymous with academic excellence and success in entrance examinations. Thousands of students flock to this city every year, driven by the promise of realising their dreams of becoming engineers and doctors.
FIR against non-local medical student after his social media post against the Prophet
J&K police registered a case for a blasphemous post at GMC Srinagar, leading to protests and student suspensions.
TDP eyes speaker post, 6 ministerial berths and Andhra special status in NDA negotiations
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP), the largest member of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) after the BJP, has compiled a list of demands. These demands include the post of Speaker, six positions in the Council of Ministers, and special status for Andhra Pradesh, sources said.
Jammu bus accident: 6 transport department officials suspended
Six transport department officials in Jammu and Kashmir were suspended for negligence after a tragic bus accident killed 22 and injured 64 on the Jammu-Poonch highway. The bus, carrying devotees to a shrine, plunged into a gorge due to the driver losing control at a blind curve. A high-level probe has been initiated. Authorities are providing support to victims and their families.
Assam prepares for Cyclone Remal's impact
Government of Assam has taken extensive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens in light of the impending increase in rainfall and wind speeds due to Cyclone Remal, which will make landfall on May 26 at West Bengal and Bangladesh and move northwards towards the Northeast.
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After vicious attack by neighbour's dog, 4-year-old undergoes three-hour surgery
In Dehradun, a 4-year-old underwent surgery after a German Shepherd attack. The girl's face was wounded, requiring daily hospital visits. The police is investigating the case
General Motors is recalling over 323,000 heavy-duty pickups because tailgates can open unexpectedly
General Motors is recalling over 323,000 heavy-duty pickup trucks in the US due to electronic tailgate release switches short circuiting and opening gates while in park. The recall covers certain Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks from 2020-2024. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns that water can cause the gates to open, causing unsecured cargo to fall out of beds, increasing crash risk.
Oil India Ltd & GMC ink MoU to collaborate on transformation of Municipal Solid Waste into compressed biogas
Oil India Limited (OIL) and Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on converting Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) into Compressed Biogas (CBG). The agreement, signed by representatives from OIL and GMC, demonstrates a joint commitment to environmental conservation, efficient waste management, and clean energy generation.
UP govt launches cleanliness drive, CM Adityanath joins it in Ayodhya
In Gorakhpur, a cleanliness campaign was also organised at Gorakhnath Temple Complex to make 'Khichdi Fair' a zero-waste event. Adityanath inaugurated the Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation's temporary camp office at the temple complex, the RRR Centre and the automatic vending machine installed by the GMC to provide cloth bags to keep the fair plastic-free.
Civic body passes proposal to rename Ghaziabad, Yogi Adityanath to take final call
The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation proposed renaming the city, presenting three options: Harnandi Nagar, Gaj Prastha, and Doodheshwernath Nagar. The decision now rests with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, though final approval requires the Centre's consent. The suggestions aim to honor local demands and Hindu heritage, rooted in the city's connection to the Mahabharata's Hastinapur. These names reflect historical ties, considering Ghaziabad's origins as a forest home to elephants, termed 'Gaj' in Hindi.
Indirapuram may be finally handed over to Ghaziabad municipality in two months; CM Yogi orders GDA
Yogi Adityanath has instructed the Ghaziabad Development Authority to complete the handover of Indirapuram township to the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) by February. The directive follows a prior order by the principal secretary of housing and urban planning. The CM set a February deadline for the transfer, emphasizing the completion of pending works.
J-K: One person dead, another injured after mortar shell explodes in Samba district
In a tragic incident, a man lost his life and another person sustained injuries when a mortar shell they discovered in a forest area exploded in Chandli village, located in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. The incident occurred on Friday, as confirmed by the police. Benam Tosh, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Samba, informed ANI about the unfortunate event, stating that one person was killed and another was injured due to the explosion of the mortar shell.
Soon, nearly 1,500 cameras will track every traffic movement in Ghaziabad
The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) plans to install 1,455 high-tech cameras under the Smart City project, costing Rs 69.9 crore. The cameras will be placed at 43 busy intersections and roundabouts to improve traffic management and ensure commuter safety. The Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) will integrate various features such as red-light violation detection and automatic number plate readers.
Assam govt establishes CSR authority and implements paddy procurement reforms
Assam Initiates Corporate Social Responsibility Authority & Paddy Procurement Reforms. Cabinet approves CSR Authority for efficient fund utilization. Guwahati to issue municipal bonds; Rs 100 crore for Assam Tea Corp. Reforms in land settlement, prosecution service, and free rice eligibility criteria under NFSA also greenlit. Partial Decentralized Paddy Procurement planned for smoother operations in Bongaigaon and Biswanath districts during KMS 2023-24.
36 dead after bus falls into a gorge in J&K's Doda
A bus accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district resulted in at least 36 fatalities and 19 injuries. The bus, carrying around 40 passengers and registered as JK02CN-6555, skidded off the road near Trungal-Assar on the Batote-Kishtwar national highway, rolling down into a 300-foot gorge.
Cross-border firing stops along IB in Jammu, border dwellers start returning home
The official said two BSF personnel and a woman were injured on Thursday night and have been hospitalised. One jawan has been shifted to the GMC Hospital in Jammu. They have been identified as Basavraj SR, who hails from Karnataka, and Sher Singh. The woman has been identified as Rajni Bala of Arnia. Pakistan Rangers had fired 82 and 120 mm mortar shells and used heavy machine guns, triggering fear among the border dwellers.
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation approves new policy for pet dogs; here's what you need to know
The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has approved an updated pet dog policy to address dog-human conflicts. The policy includes restrictions on the number of pet dogs allowed based on the size of the residential unit, responsibility for stray dogs being taken by RWAs and AOAs, mandatory dog registration with proof of vaccination, the use of muzzles in public places, cleanliness responsibility for dog owners, penalties for policy violations, and regulations for pet shop proprietors.
Rs 10,000 fine for violation, max two pets for 2bhk houses in Ghaziabad's new pet policy
The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has implemented a comprehensive dog policy to address conflicts between humans and dogs in the city. The policy allows residents to keep a maximum of two pet dogs in a 182-square-meter unit and up to four in a 273-square-meter unit. There will be a limit of four pet dogs in any residential unit, including housing societies.
Ragging horror: Freshers were abused, forced to drink alcohol, smoke, stripped by seniors in Hyderabad's GMC
During the harrowing ordeal, the freshers were coerced into consuming alcohol, smoking cigarettes, and even forced to strip down, sources with knowledge of the matter told TOI. To make matters worse, the seniors used derogatory language to taunt the juniors who had joined the institution only a mere two to three days earlier.
10 Vaishno Devi pilgrims dead, 57 injured as bus falls down from bridge in Jammu; most were from Bihar
The death toll may go up as Government Medical College Hospital Principal Shashi Soodan said two of the injured admitted there are critical.
Rajouri attack: Cordon-and-search operation intensified to track down suspected terrorists
"The cordon-and-search operation has been intensified. It was resumed this morning and additional troops have been inducted," a senior police officer told PTI.
Eliza Fletcher's murder suspect to be presented in US court
Eliza Fletcher was allegedly kidnapped and murdered by a man named Cleotha Henderson. He is due back in court on Monday morning, September 11, after he was charged in connection with alleged rape and kidnapping in the 2021 case.
BJP secures clean sweep in Guwahati civic polls
The saffron party won 58 seats, while one each went in favour of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP).
B.1.617 variant responsible for COVID surge in J&K: GMC
GMC Jammu principal Shashi Sudhan Sharma said the microbiology department at GMC Jammu was also coordinating with National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), New Delhi, for routine sequencing of positive sample.
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