Good Governance

Odisha: Air Pollution Risk For Sambalpur Residents As Scrap Dealers Burn Garbage In Open Areas

A Twitter video shared by Rajesh Kumar Meher on February 12 shows clouds of smoke erupting from burning garbage in the Baijamunda chowk area of Sambalpur. Scrap dealers have been burning trash in the open, endangering the health of commuters and polluting the air. Open garbage burning poses health risks to those exposed directly to the smoke, and it mainly affects people with sensitive respiratory systems, children, and the elderly.

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Madhya Pradesh: 6-Yr-Old Boy Takes Father To Hospital On Pushcart In Singrauli

A 6-year-old boy in Madhya Pradesh’s Singrauli district was seen pushing his sick father on a cart as he tried to take him to a nearby hospital. While he pushed it from one end, his mother helped by trying to pull it from the other side.

According to NDTV, the family had dialed the government hospital for an ambulance. Still, when it didn’t arrive despite waiting for 20 minutes, the family decided to take the man to the hospital in a pushcart.

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Turkey: Malatya Hospital Implements Base Isolation System To Protect Structures During Earthquakes

Malatya Hospital has taken a proactive approach to protecting its structure during earthquakes by implementing a base isolation system. The recently experienced M7.8 earthquake in Turkey showcased this technology’s effectiveness as it absorbed the seismic energy.

A base isolation system is a method of seismic protection where the structure (superstructure) is separated from the base (foundation or substructure). By separating the structure from its base, the amount of energy transferred to the superstructure during an earthquake is significantly reduced.

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GNIDA Developed New Industrial Sector Ecotech-10 Reaches Advanced Stage Of Completion

The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is developing a New Industrial Sector, Ecotech-10, at a project cost of approx ₹106 crores. Under the second industrial plot scheme, about 74.5 acres of land will be allotted through six plots of different square meters. Slated to be accomplished soon, various development works like internal road construction, drainage, sewer line works, etc., are at an advanced completion stage.

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‘Teachers Come To School Intoxicated’: Tehsildar Makes Surprise Visit At Govt School, Students Share Their Ordeals

SDM and Tehsildar reached for a surprise inspection of a government school in Madhya Pradesh’s Bhitarwar district.

The officers proceeded to the classroom and questioned the students about their teachers. While sharing their ordeals, students stated that teachers come to school and teach while intoxicated and carry bottles of alcohol in bags. The children said that there are four teachers in the school, but only one of them teaches. Following the children’s accusation, a departmental investigation was launched against the teachers.

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‘Runway To A Billion Opportunities’: PM Inaugurates 14th Edition Of Aero India In Bengaluru

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on February 13, inaugurated the 14th edition of Aero India, Asia’s largest aero show, in Bengaluru. The theme of the 5-day Aero India 2023 show is “The Runway To A Billion Opportunities,” focusing on displaying indigenous equipment and technologies and forging partnerships with foreign companies, thus taking forward the motive of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat.’

With the Aero India 2023- “The Runway to a Billion Opportunities,” India’s defense sector and defense capabilities will get a boost as US, Russia, and Israel companies are expected to sign multiple MoUs on defense deals with India.

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Maharashtra: Forest Department Reunites Two Leopard Cubs With Mother In Satara

A young male Hyena who was rescued from a deadly foot trap has recovered at Pune-based RESQ Charitable Trust’s Wildlife Unit and was released to its natural habitat. This Indian Striped Hyena recovered post-intensive care @resqct. This is him bolting out at his release, GPS-collared to ensure he’s thriving well after.

While many lose their lives to road accidents and persecution, several make it back to the wild due to the joint efforts of the FD & NGOs. Every single one matters so every release is worth the joy!

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Bengaluru minister questions civic spending after 140 of 222 streetlights fail on key central road.
Gujarat has extended its ban on tobacco- and nicotine-containing gutkha and pan masala for another year from September 13, citing public-health concerns.
India expands Nepal flood assistance with relief supplies, tunnel rescuers, forensic experts and bridge equipment.
Bihar will replace the ‘fail’ label with ‘Eligible for Skill Development’, while offering students vocational pathways and additional academic support.
After flash floods left them stranded in Nepal, 102 Maharashtra pilgrims were escorted through Bihar, given shelter and medical care, and sent home by train.
India’s third relief flight brings 10 tonnes of supplies and an 11-member specialist team as Nepal’s flood crisis worsens.
Nepal’s PM Balen Shah and ministers will donate a month’s salary as rescue efforts continue after devastating floods.
The amendment seeks to make government officials more accountable for delayed services while giving citizens stronger avenues for redressal.
Bihar’s new platform will give Classes 9–12 students round-the-clock live teacher support, digital resources and JEE-NEET preparation.
PM Modi's announcement aims to identify and train young sporting talent nationwide as India prepares for its 2036 Olympic ambitions.
Bihar deploys 4,700 two-wheelers to make schools, colleges and student routes safer for women and girls.
Rescue operations are intensifying after catastrophic Nepal-Tibet floods, with stranded pilgrims and tourists still awaiting safe evacuation.
India has airlifted 10 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to flood-hit Nepal while coordinating with authorities to locate 133 missing Indians.
Second IAF flight carries vital supplies as Nepal races to rescue hundreds missing after catastrophic floods.
India sends emergency aid as devastating Nepal floods kill 160 and leave hundreds missing across affected regions.
Uttar Pradesh has approved lifelong free travel on UPSRTC buses for women aged 60 and above, with over one crore potential beneficiaries.
The Rajasthan High Court has ordered a 50-metre junk-food ban while seeking wider reforms to protect children’s health, education and future.
Following intense scrutiny over deteriorating infrastructure and citizen protests, the Rajasthan government has announced a three-year, ₹12,500-crore blueprint to build and upgrade thousands of state-run schools.
Vijay expands welfare, launches electric buses and shelves Parandur airport amid concerns over livelihoods and development.
Tamil Nadu will provide three LPG cylinders annually to eligible families from Pongal 2027 while expanding fare-free bus travel for women and transgender persons from October 2.
3.54 Lakh UP Mid-Day Meal Cooks Get ₹5 Lakh Health Cover, Higher Pay under PM POSHAN Scheme
Women and one companion can travel free on UPSRTC buses from August 27 night to August 28 night, with safety and driver checks ordered.
Student protests over teacher shortages, poor infrastructure and basic amenities have prompted Uttar Pradesh to tighten school monitoring and accountability.
Women can travel free on UTC buses August 28-29, with state government reimbursing fares.