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Delhi HC asks DDA, MCD to inform it about status of deemed forest areas

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked several city authorities, including the DDA, MCD, NDMC, PWD and others, to provide information about the status of deemed forests within their jurisdiction.

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NDMC sets up panel to protect assets created during G20 Summit

NEW DELHI: The New Delhi Municipal Council has formed a dedicated committee to protect the assets created during the G20 Summit from theft and vandalisation.

The Times of India

IAF helicopter makes trial landing at Sathram airstrip in Idukki

IAF helicopter trial-landed at Sathram airstrip, Idukki to inspect chances of using it for disaster management. NCC officials said the landing was successful and PWD directed to complete more work. NCC applied for permission to construct approach road and remove embankment. A portion of airstrip washed away in July 2022…

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CM Arvind Kejriwal's bungalow renovation row: Delhi HC allows PWD officials to raise grievance with CAT

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Thursday granted six PWD officials the liberty to approach the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) against issuance of show cause notices to them over alleged "gross violation" of rules in the renovation of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's official residence.

The Times of India

Uber says it would leave 'hundreds' of cities in Europe and cut up to 70% future jobs if a new EU law turning gig workers into de facto employees is passed

Uber said if the current EU proposal passes, it could shrink its operations and cut jobs in Europe, and fares could spike up to 40% thereafter.

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Delhi govt to redesign, spruce up all PWD roads in city: Atishi

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government will give a new look to PWD roads in the city through redesigning, blacktopping, and plant ornamentation, PWD minister Atishi said on Monday.

The Times of India

Government shelves socio-economic data of Persons with Disabilities as disability database goes online

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is justifying the move by questioning the “quality” of the socio-economic data collected.

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G-20 Summit | New Delhi Municipal Council coordinates efforts to ensure smooth flow

NDMC, Delhi Govt, LG office, PWD, MCD, BSES, DTC, Delhi Police, IGL, DJB, DDMA collaborate to ensure smooth G-20 summit operations. 20 complaints received, all resolved within hours. 3,000 ground workers, 440 cameras deployed. Officials dedicated to ensure event success. Hub & spoke model used to transmit info & resolve…

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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.

The Hindu

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…

The Hindu

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…

The Hindu

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.

The Hindu

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.

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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.

The Hindu

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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.

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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.

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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

The Hindu

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.

The Times of India

Clear roads in apple growing areas before onset of season: Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has directed the officers to clear the roads in apple growing areas before the onset of the season besides exploring the possibility of alternative routes to export apple produce from these areas.

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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.

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