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G20 beautification drive: PWD workers ‘clean up’ makeshift homes under Delhi flyovers before eviction

A PWD contractual worker, Deepak, swept the pavement below Delhi’s IIT flyover on Wednesday— the area had served his and the families of 14 other PWD contractual workers as “home” until about 10 days ago, when the Modi government’s G20 beautification drive took over.

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New look of Delhi will leave a lasting impression on G-20 guests: Delhi PWD Minister

Delhi ready to welcome G-20 delegates; multiple agencies and governments have worked together to give city a makeover. PWD Minister Atishi said 10 new roads have been laid, 31 statues & 90 fountains installed, 1.65 lakh plants planted and decorative lightings put up.

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New washrooms for pilgrims on Girivalam path to be built on reserve forest land

Pilgrims to Tiruvannamalai will soon have additional free washroom complexes on RF land along the 14-km Girivalam path. PWD will build the facilities, with separate soak pits, and 24 units each for men and women, plus two for persons with disabilities. The new amenities are needed due to the rising…

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Nagamohan Das seeks clarity from govt. on probe into ‘40% commission’ charge

Judge Nagamohan Das, appointed by Karnataka govt to probe 40% bribery allegations against previous BJP regime, seeks clarity on scope of investigation. PWD initially constituted committee, then modified order to commission, giving 3 months to complete probe. Dedicated office to be provided, experts to be hired. Govt & contractors in…

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NATPAC report on decongesting Seaport-Airport Road by September-end

NATPAC to submit study report to decongest Olimugal-Collectorate Junction corridor on Seaport-Airport Road. Survey conducted by NATPAC, PWD not widening Bharat Matha College-Irumpanam stretch.

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Mizoram govt incurs ₹4.88 crore wasteful expenditure due to negligence: CAG

CAG slams Mizoram Govt for incurring ₹4.88cr "avoidable" expenditure on Darlak-Sihthiang road due to negligence. Road already connected by 11km Chuhvel-Sihthiang paved road funded by NABARD.

The Hindu

Man drowns in irrigation tank near Arakkonam

Man drowns in irrigation tank near Arakkonam: 42-yr-old A. Salahuddin went fishing in tank, found dead after 2 hrs of search. Tank was auctioned for fishing by PWD, stopped due to clash between bidders. Residents still try to catch fish to supplement income.

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Karnataka Today newsletter: CM issues stern warning to those disturbing communal harmony, and more

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Severely corroded GI struts detected beneath Harbour Bridge

Heritage bridges connecting mainland Kochi to West Kochi are in need of conservation. GI struts beneath the Harbour Bridge were found to be corroded. Venduruthy bridge is off-limits to vehicles, while the Harbour Bridge is still in use.

The Hindu

Seaport-Airport Road widening turns a damp squib

PWD unable to widen Bharat Matha College-Irumpanam stretch of Seaport-Airport Road due to lack of funds; RBDCK had widened only 2.5-km Kalamassery-BM College stretch.

The Hindu

Swimming pool at Katpadi sports complex remains idle due to lack of water source

More than a year after the ₹19.24 crore multi-disciplinary sports complex was inaugurated by Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, the swimming pool on the vast campus remains idle for competitive swimming practices by as the pool does not have a permanent water source to refill the facility.

The Hindu

Himachal Pradesh: Tourism industry faces financial hardships due to monsoon mayhem

The stakeholders of the tourism industry in Himachal Pradesh have complained of facing financial hardships following the suspension of tourism in the hill state owing to heavy rains this year. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Minister promises steps to decongest Edappally-Aroor Bypass

The matter pertaining to the need to decongest the stretch will be included in the agenda of items to be discussed with NHAI officials during a meeting scheduled for the coming week

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Rockfall poses threat to Munnar road

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Soil testing for proposed bridge begins at Rajamala

PWD begins soil testing to construct new bridge at Rajamala on Munnar-Udumalpet Interstate Highway. Bridge aims to avoid traffic blocks on holidays/weekends.

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Water level now receding gradually, will take a day’s time: Delhi PWD minister Atishi on waterlogging

Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Atishi on Friday said that the water level of Yamuna river is receding gradually at a rate of 0.1 metre and will take a day’s time for the situation to return to normal.

The Hindu

Home Department, NHAI to intensify patrolling on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway to bring down number of accidents

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Fort Kochi rest house to get a facelift as part of a Statewide project

The Public Works department (PWD) rest houses at major tourist destinations in the State are set to get better facilities with the government drawing a comprehensive plan for their revamp.

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BUDA alleged irregularities to be probed

The State government will order a high level inquiry into the alleged irregularities into the allotment of sites by Belagavi Urban Development Authority, Satish Jarkiholi, PWD Minister, said in Belagavi on Wednesday.

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Faulty drains cause water logging at stadium junction

Kozhikode Corporation’s desperate attempt to find a solution to the water logging issue at Stadium Junction in the city fell flat as it revealed yet another fault in the construction of the storm water drain in the area.

The Hindu

Menhir and megalithic burial sites declared as protected monuments at Kodumanal

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Monsoon-preparedness: arrangements in full swing in the district

Arrangements for the smooth handling of monsoon-related emergencies are in full swing in the district. A review meeting held here on Wednesday chaired by Ministers V. Sivankutty, G. R. Anil and Antony Raju termed the progress of work satisfactory. Steps are being taken to prevent flooding in the city areas…

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Maine plans removal of PFAS from sewage sludge used as fertilizer

Toxic ‘forever chemicals’, concentrated in sludge, are extremely difficult to dispose of safely and also poison farmland

The Hindu

Major reshuffle of IAS officers in Tamil Nadu; Finance Secretary switches places with CM’s Secretary 1

A major reshuffle of IAS officers unfolds in Tamil Nadu

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For PWD, a tough task of breathing a fresh life into heritage buildings in Tamil Nadu

The Public Works Department has taken up the task to breath fresh life into the forest palace at Poosimalai Kuppam in Tiruvannamalai district, and aims at restoring the 173-year-old red brick structure’s original glory

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