BMC Introduces New Waste Segregation Rules, Warns of ₹1,000 Fine for Non-Compliance, Seeks Public Feedback
Mumbai l The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rolled out a draft of new Solid Waste Management (SWM) bylaws, mandating waste segregation at source for all residents and businesses in the city. The initiative is aimed at improving cleanliness, reducing littering, and enhancing sanitation standards across Mumbai. Waste Segregation Guidelines Under the new guidelines, citizens […]
Indore’s 56 Dukan Vendors Express Outrage Over Pahalgam Terror Attack with Controversial Standee
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) l In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir on April 22, 2025, which resulted in the tragic deaths of 26 tourists, the vendors at Indore’s famous food court, 56 Dukan, have come forward with a strong statement. They have installed a standee at the food court reading, […]
Pune’s Shivansh Jagade Becomes IAS Officer at 22 Without Coaching, Secures AIR 26 in First Attempt
Pune l In a remarkable achievement, 22-year-old Shivansh Jagade from Rule village near Panshet, Pune, has cleared the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination in his first attempt, securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 26—and all this without any formal coaching. From a Humble Village to National Recognition Shivansh hails from a modest family background. […]
Nitin Gadkari Proposes Indian Musical Instrument Sounds as Vehicle Horns
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has proposed replacing traditional vehicle horns with the sounds of Indian musical instruments like the flute, tabla, violin, and harmonium. Speaking at an event on Monday, he stated that this initiative aims to make roads less noisy and more pleasant for commuters. A Shift from Noise Pollution to Melodic […]
🚇 Mumbai Metro 3: Aqua Line Timings Changed Temporarily on April 25 & 26 Ahead of Phase 2 Launch
Mumbai – If you’re a regular commuter on Mumbai’s Aqua Line (Metro Line 3), here’s a quick heads-up: revised operational hours have been announced for April 25 and 26 as part of preparations for the Phase 2 expansion. 🔧 What’s Changing and Why?Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) announced that Metro services between Bandra-Kurla Complex […]
Pune Metro Surpasses 1 Lakh Smart Card Users, Signals Shift Toward Digital Commuting
With Phase 1 complete and ridership soaring, Pune embraces smarter, greener public transport. Pune Metro has crossed a major milestone in its smart mobility journey by issuing over 1 lakh metro cards to commuters—an achievement that reflects growing public trust in digital, hassle-free transport solutions. Currently, Pune Metro sees a daily ridership of around 1.6 […]
Woman Abandons Gold Jewellery at Kerala Airport After Refusing to Pay Over ₹2 Lakh in Customs Duty
Dramatic Face-Off at Thiruvananthapuram Airport Raises Questions About NRI Gold Rules Thiruvananthapuram | A dramatic scene unfolded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Sunday when a woman arriving from Dubai refused to pay customs duty on the 15 sovereigns (approximately 120 grams) of gold jewellery she was carrying—and left the ornaments behind in protest. The passenger, believed […]
JD Vance Lands in India Amid U.S. Tariff Talks: Trade & Defence Top Modi Meeting Agenda
New Delhi |U.S. Vice President JD Vance began a four-day visit to India on Monday, kicking off a high-stakes diplomatic trip at a time when India is racing to avoid steep tariff hikes from the U.S. His visit includes talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is expected to set the stage for a broader […]
Pune Alert: Bhide Bridge to Remain Shut for 1.5 Months for Metro Footbridge Work
New Pedestrian Link to Improve Access to Deccan Gymkhana Metro Station; Alternative Routes Advised Pune | As part of Pune Metro’s efforts to improve last-mile connectivity, a new footbridge is being constructed over the Bhide Bridge to connect the Deccan Gymkhana Metro Station with central city areas like Narayan Peth, Shanivar Peth, and Laxmi Road. To […]
‘We’re Hindus, Not Hindi’: Raj Thackeray Opposes Compulsory Hindi in Maharashtra Schools
MNS Chief Warns Against Linguistic Imposition Under NEP 2020 Rollout Mumbai | Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has voiced strong opposition to the state government’s decision to make Hindi a compulsory third language in all schools from Classes 1 to 5, under the new National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The government recently announced […]