Agra: Unborn baby dies after ambulance gets stuck in pothole for two hoursAn unborn baby died in Agra's Bah area after an ambulance became stuck. The vehicle remained immobilized in a large pothole for over two ho...
07 Sep, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
South Delhi building collapse: Nadda speaks to CM, assures full central supportA five-storey building collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan, killing three students. Several other students were injured in the incident and ...
06 Sep, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Gurugram traffic police issue 6,231 challans worth ₹1.24 cr in AugustGurugram Traffic Police issued 6,231 fines for overspeeding during August. These violations resulted in penalties totaling approximately Rs...
06 Sep, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
Colorado rebuilt part of US 24 by reconditioning its old asphalt in place; the $5.7 million project avoided hauling in more than 40,000 tons of new baseColorado has made strides in sustainable road maintenance with the successful recycling of old asphalt on US Highway 24. By saving over 40,...
05 Sep, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
In 2011, Colorado reused 134,000 tons of old asphalt in highway mixes; CDOT estimated the recycled material saved the state about $1.6 millionColorado's innovative approach to roadway construction has resulted in significant savings, repurposing old asphalt in new projects. By emb...
05 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Curing our broken, disturbing roads: NHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway projectsNHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway construction projects. This technology uses sensors and real-time data for precise road ...
04 Sep, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
In 2017, Louisiana helped repair septic systems threatening the Amite River. 7 years later, 805 systems were fixed and 46.9 miles were removed from the bacteria listSignificant strides in water quality have stemmed from proactive home septic system inspections and educational initiatives. The Amite Rive...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
In 2014, Royal Society of Chemistry scientists extracted D-limonene from waste orange peels at 96% purity, turning citrus processing waste into bio-based asphalt modifiersCitrus waste, previously considered rubbish, is now transformed into a valuable resource. D-limonene, derived from orange peels, is emergin...
03 Sep, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
Delhi’s roads take a beating this monsoon, with potholes and damaged stretches across key routesDelhi's roads show monsoon damage with potholes and broken surfaces. Poor drainage exacerbates water accumulation, weakening the bituminous...
03 Sep, 2026, 08.29 AM IST
Karnataka proposes stricter parking rules for Bengaluru, seeks public feedbackKarnataka has proposed new parking rules for Bengaluru city. These rules include higher charges for prolonged on-street parking. Incentives...
02 Sep, 2026, 10.27 PM IST
In 2000, California packed 6,627 tons of shredded tires beneath Dixon Landing Road; the lightweight fill saved an estimated $477,000In Milpitas, California, an innovative on-ramp has been constructed using shredded tires as a lightweight fill material. This eco-friendly ...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Nepal: How are search operations progressing a week after deadly flash flood?Nepal floods: Rescue operations are in full swing for thousands still unaccounted for following the disaster that occurred on August 26. Th...
02 Sep, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
‘Road is so bad we get hurt’: 7-year-old girl approaches Mau DM over broken school road, says uniforms get dirtyA determined student approached the district magistrate to voice her concerns about the perilous state of the road leading to her school. S...
01 Sep, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway slippages point to design issue, affected stretches need rebuilding: OfficialSlippages on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway suggest design issues, not construction defects. Affected stretches will require rebuilding from...
30 Aug, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Jammu to spruce up over 200 blocks, 5,000 flats in migrant campsJammu migrant camps will soon see major repair and renovation works. Over 200 building blocks and 5,000 flats will be renovated for migrant...
30 Aug, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
In 2025, Hampton, New Hampshire, completed a $4.3 million drainage project using a repurposed pump station. 1 year later, residents estimated flooding had fallen 75%, transforming a flood-prone neighborhoodHampton, New Hampshire, finished a drainage project. This work significantly reduced tidal flooding for residents. New pipes and a repurpos...
30 Aug, 2026, 01.38 AM IST
Bengaluru to see 2,500-km road revamp worth Rs 8,000 crore: Minister Krishna Byre GowdaBengaluru will see 2,500 km of roads improved at an Rs 8,000 crore cost. Officials were directed to expedite these works and ensure high qu...
27 Aug, 2026, 09.43 PM IST