Author: Sharad Natani
In a significant move to improve safety and accessibility of public spaces, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has partnered with the Safetipin India Foundation to conduct a comprehensive safety assessment across Gurugram. The collaboration aims to gather detailed data on public infrastructure, mobility, and safety conditions across various parts of the city. Officials believe the initiative will help improve urban planning and make public spaces safer and more accessible for residents. Administrative Support for Surveys and Data Collection Under the agreement, the Municipal Corporation will provide administrative assistance to the organisation carrying out the survey. This includes facilitating permissions…
In a major step to promote grassroots sports development, the Haryana government has released Rs 12.72 crore as a nutrition allowance for 74,884 young athletes training in sports nurseries across the state for the 2025–26 session. The funds have been allocated to all 22 districts to support the nutritional needs of players for the months of July, August, and September, officials from the state sports department said. Financial Support for Young Athletes The sports nursery programme is designed to nurture young sporting talent by providing structured training and financial assistance at government-approved training centres. Under the scheme: ●Players aged 8–14…
A recent audit has raised serious concerns about the functioning and monitoring of sewage treatment infrastructure in Uttarakhand, highlighting gaps in pollution testing and financial management. According to the audit observations, significant discrepancies were found in the testing results of the 68 MLD Jagjeetpur Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) located in Haridwar. The test reports issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board showed major differences, raising questions about the accuracy and reliability of the state pollution board’s monitoring system. Experts say such discrepancies could affect the evaluation of water quality and pollution control efforts…
Industries in Noida and Greater Noida are beginning to feel the impact of global geopolitical tensions as disruptions in commercial gas supply have forced several factories to temporarily halt operations. According to industry representatives, the crisis has emerged amid the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran, which have affected global energy supply chains. Industrial Bodies Raise Concern Over Gas Shortage A delegation from the Industrial Entrepreneurs Association (IEA) recently met Medha Rupam and submitted a memorandum highlighting the growing crisis faced by industries due to irregular gas supply. The association informed the district administration that many industrial units…
A viral social media claim has recently sparked widespread concern among consumers, alleging that tomato ketchup contains no real tomatoes and is instead filled with chemicals like thickener E-415, raising fears that people may unknowingly be consuming harmful substances. The posts circulating online argue that ketchup packets show pictures of fresh, juicy tomatoes on their labels, while the actual product inside contains mostly chemical additives. Some even claim that regular consumption could lead to serious diseases such as cancer. However, food safety experts say the reality is far more nuanced than the viral claims suggest. What Food Regulations Actually Say…
In a major crackdown on job fraud, police in Noida have arrested six people for allegedly duping job seekers by promising employment on cruise ships abroad. According to officials, the accused were operating a fraudulent call centre from a co-working space in Sector 73, where they targeted individuals looking for overseas jobs. Police said the suspects used social media advertisements to attract victims and then demanded money by offering fake job opportunities on international cruise ships. Social Media Ads Used to Trap Job Seekers Explaining the modus operandi, Manisha Singh said the accused posted hiring advertisements online to lure job…