Good Governance

Remarkable Event! Mouth Painting Exhibition By Quadriplegic Defence Personnel Organised In Mumbai

An exhibition showcasing the fabulous mouth paintings made by quadriplegic defense personnel of the Paraplegic Rehabilitation Centre (PRC) in Khadki was a truly remarkable event.

Organized by the Rotary Club at the Nehru Art Centre in Mumbai, the exhibition showcased these artists’ incredible talent and steely resolve, despite their physical limitations.

The jawans of the Indian Defence Services who suffered spinal injuries and are admirably rehabilitated at the Paraplegic Rehabilitation Centre, Khadki, are epitomes of creativity.

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Pune: Indian Striped Hyena Rescued From Deadly Foot Trap, Released Post Intensive Care

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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IAS Officer Visits Ocean-Bound Plastic Waste Collection Facility In Chennai

The additional chief secretary of the state’s environment, forest, and climate change department, Supriya Sahu, visited a global brand’s plastic waste collection facility in Manali.
She stated that the facility was collecting ocean-bound plastic waste from across the city.

“It is the first global facility for Garnier and recyclable PET bottles in partnership with the Plastics4change. More such facilities should be set up across the city to stop plastic from entering the waterbodies and oceans,” she said.

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North Central Railways Shares Clip Of Intensive Cleaning At Station, Urge Travelers To Keep Premises Clean

A Twitter video shared by North Central Railway on February 13 shows a glimpse of the intensive cleaning and washing of station premises at North Central Railway Prayagraj Junction. To maintain the momentum of cleanliness among stations, the railway department has urged travelers to keep the premises clean for a hygienic lifestyle and make use of garbage cans.

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Threat To Biodiversity! Sundarbans Mangrove Forest Faces Destruction For Commercial Purposes

Urbanization and housing schemes to increase the human population are destroying the mangroves, as mangroves are drained, and land is cleared to make space for urban projects. Environmental degradation is growing due to mangrove destruction. Due to the destruction of mangrove forests, many people are losing their source of livelihood.

The Sundarbans provide an effective flood and storm barrier for the millions who live in and around Kolkata and West Bengal.

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Vermiculture Becomes New Source Of Sustainable Tribal Livelihood In Odisha

To enhance their earning, tribals in Odisha have started vermiculture, a method of composting waste material through earthworms and other worm species. Women farmers have been able to earn well by adopting vermicompost farming.

Vermicompost supplies essential plant nutrients to promote beneficial soil microbes and improve soil health, aiding in improved crop productivity and ensuring sustainability.

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Earth Loves You, Love It Back!

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IAS Officer Supriya Sahu flaunts her stylish upcycled bag made out of discarded DVD & Audio tapes. The bag is a creation of Ms. Jeong Lee, a fashion designer & founder of ‘OK upcycling studio’ at Auroville, Puducherry. She leads several fantastic initiatives to convert waste to wealth.

We appreciate these meaningful initiatives as it clearly justifies, “Waste isn’t waste until we waste it.”

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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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Kerala’s new UDF government has rolled out major welfare decisions in its first Cabinet meeting, focusing on women’s mobility, ASHA workers’ pay, and elderly care reforms.
Historic Chola-era Leiden Plates return to India after 160 years, symbolising cultural restitution.
Bengaluru’s new ‘DClutter’ app aims to reduce illegal bulky waste dumping through doorstep collection and scientific disposal.
Andhra Pradesh government introduces cash incentives for third and fourth child births to address declining fertility rates.
The Supreme Court has ordered mandatory installation of GPS tracking devices and panic buttons in all public transport vehicles to strengthen passenger safety.
Tamil Nadu has closed TASMAC liquor outlets near sensitive zones and reaffirmed strict enforcement of the 21-year legal alcohol purchase age.
The Assam government will introduce its proposed Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly amid growing national debate over equality, personal laws and cultural diversity.
Mumbai civic authorities have intensified enforcement of mandatory Marathi signboards, sparking debate over language identity and coercive political tactics.
Maharashtra has directed police to shut down illegal bike taxi services operated via ride-hailing platforms and citing safety concerns,
The Uttar Pradesh government has proposed hybrid work, reduced convoys and greener commuting to conserve fuel.
The BJP government in West Bengal has announced major welfare measures for women and healthcare beneficiaries beginning June 1.
Tamil Nadu’s new government has ordered the shutdown of 717 TASMAC outlets near sensitive public locations to address long-standing civic concerns.
The Bihar government has launched a statewide campaign banning caste-related vehicle displays to promote social neutrality and inclusivity on public roads.
The Delhi Police will conduct a free 14-day self-defence training camp for women to promote safety, awareness, and confidence across the national capital.
UP’s cow dung economy plan could reshape rural livelihoods through green jobs, organic farming, bioenergy and sustainable local enterprises.
The Delhi government has approved revised salaries for SSA vocational teachers to improve financial security and workplace parity.
The Centre has approved emergency credit support for airlines to ease rising fuel costs and maintain operational stability amid global economic uncertainty.
Mission Navshakti is turning tiger widows into micro-entrepreneurs, reshaping fragile livelihoods in West Bengal's Sundarbans.
Supreme Court Expands Disability Definition to Include Acid Attack Survivors with Internal Injuries and Forced Acid Ingestion.
Following repeated complaints of coercion, the Delhi Education Department has reinforced monthly fee collection rules.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis promotes Marathi learning while stressing inclusivity and rejecting coercion or violence.
Delhi government directs private schools to stop forcing vendor-specific purchases or face strict action.
The UAE is using the Fujairah pipeline route to improve oil export stability to India while reducing dependence on the geopolitically sensitive Strait of Hormuz.
A circular issued by the Telangana DGP directs unit officers to grant leave on birthdays and wedding anniversaries unless extraordinary circumstances prevent it.