One Pune Road Lasted 50 Years— So Why Do New Roads Across India Break in Months?

One Pune Road Lasted 50 Years

In a nation where potholes and crumbling roads have become all too familiar during every monsoon season, one road in Pune, Maharashtra, stands out as a remarkable exception. Pune’s iconic Jangli Maharaj Road (JM Road) has remained virtually pothole-free and damage-resistant for nearly 50 years, drawing admiration from engineers, urban planners, and everyday commuters alike. … Read more

Srinagar Nowgam Police Station Blast: 9 Killed, 32 Injured in Accidental Explosion

Srinagar Nowgam Police Station Blast: A major explosion inside the Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar late Friday night claimed the lives of nine persons and left 32 others injured, in what authorities have confirmed was an accidental blast during an ongoing forensic procedure. The incident occurred around 11:20 p.m. on November 14. Jammu and Kashmir … Read more

Jaisalmer Bus Fire Tragedy: 20 Dead, 16 Injured After Private Bus Catches Fire Near War Museum

Jaisalmer Bus Fire Tragedy: In a heart-wrenching tragedy, just a week after the Jaipur SMS Hospital fire claimed eight lives, Rajasthan has witnessed another devastating incident. A private passenger bus traveling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire near the Jaisalmer War Museum, killing 20 passengers and injuring 16 others, including women and children. How the … Read more

CBI Probes Sonam Wangchuk Over Foreign Funding, Pakistan Visit, and Ladakh Protests

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched a probe into alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) involving the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh (HIAL), an educational institution founded by renowned Ladakhi activist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk. The investigation, which began two months ago, also includes a review of Mr. Wangchuk’s visit … Read more