Indian Railways Builds First Underground Cargo Station in Surat

Indian Railways has begun constructing the country’s first underground freight logistics station in Surat. The station will span over 100 acres underground, with mechanized cargo movement, temperature control, and express tunnels connecting to the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC). This facility will reduce surface congestion and pollution in urb…

Himachal Pradesh Installs Avalanche Detectors in Key Tourist Corridors

To ensure safety in popular winter zones like Rohtang and Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh has installed avalanche detection systems that monitor snow pressure, temperature shifts, and seismic activity. The devices, mounted on strategic slopes, issue automatic alerts to emergency response centers. Last year’s avalanche near Atal Tunnel emphasized the ne…

Rajasthan Develops Thar Desert Resilience Index

Rajasthan’s Desert Development Department has introduced the Thar Desert Resilience Index (TDRI), a tool to measure ecosystem health, community adaptation, and climate impact across desert districts. The index considers groundwater levels, vegetation, livestock health, and weather variability. Each district will receive an annual rating and reco…

Chandigarh Introduces AI Traffic Violation Detection System

To curb violations and reduce congestion, Chandigarh has rolled out an AI-based traffic violation system across key intersections. Using high-resolution cameras and AI, the system detects red-light jumping, helmetless riding, and overspeeding in real time. Challans are issued automatically via SMS and email. In the first week of operation, over 10…

Ranveer Singh बने India’s first ‘Fashion Diplomacy’ ambassador for Paris

Ranveer Singh को Paris Fashion Council ने India’s first ‘Fashion Diplomacy’ ambassador घोषित किया है। वे अब Indian designers और French fashion houses के बीच collaboration को बढ़ावा देंगे। Ranveer का bold और experimental style globally appreciated है…

Noida में IT layoffs, एक ही दिन में 500 engineers jobless

Noida की एक बड़ी IT कंपनी ने cost cutting के नाम पर 500 engineers को एक ही दिन में job से निकाल दिया। Affected employees ने sudden termination और inadequate notice period पर नाराज़गी जताई है। Labor department ने…

Chennai Starts Citywide Tree Census Using Drones

Chennai Corporation has launched a drone-based multispectral tree census program across the city’s green zones, street canopy, and urban wetlands. The drones capture tree count, canopy cover, species type, and health metrics like chlorophyll levels. The data populates a public tree map and aids in heat island and urban planning efforts. 100% of …

Karnataka’s Water Recycling Wastewater Management Policy

Bengaluru’s Water Supply and Sewerage Board has adopted a decentralized wastewater treatment policy requiring all new apartment complexes (200+ units) to install on-site treatment plants (STPs) with ≥90% reclamation. Reclaimed water is used for landscaping and flushing. In the first year, six complexes have been certified, saving 150 ML of fre…

Delhi Metro Opens Green Corridor Pilot Project

The Delhi Metro has begun a ‘Green Corridor’ pilot between Janakpuri West and RK Ashram stations. Solar panels installed on roofs and soundproofing acrylic tunnels generate energy used to power escalators, lights, and station HVAC systems. Energy-sharing smart inverters supply surplus energy back to the Delhi Metro grid. The pilot has reduced …

Maharashtra Deploys AI-Powered Anti-Theft Trains in Thane

Central Railways has begun retrofitting suburban electric trains with AI-based anti-theft and surveillance cameras. The system can detect suspicious behavior like luggage left unattended or possible snatching incidents. Alerts are sent to onboard staff and Thane’s Railway Police Control. A pilot on 4 rakes in Mumbai’s fast trains recorded a 60…