Metro Water Workers Raise Alarm Over Crumbling Pump Stations
North Chennai, earmarked for development under the Rs 69 billion Vada Chennai Valarchi Thittam, continues to suffer from neglect, with Metro Water workers highlighting dire conditions at several pumping stations. As the monsoon intensifies operational pressure, employees hope the State will release funds to rebuild ageing infrastructure and address severe staff shortages.At pumping stations in Kodungaiyur, Kadumbadi Amman Koil, and Nehru Nagar (Tondiarpet zone), workers told DT Next they lack basic facilities such as drinking water and toilets. Many are forced to defecate in the open or use ne..
Ludhiana’s Power Network Upgraded; Rs 2.21 Bn Invested
Punjab Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO has announced the successful completion of a major overhaul of Ludhiana’s power distribution system during FY 2024–25, executed at a cost of Rs 2.21 billion. The initiative focused on modernising infrastructure, curbing power theft, and improving overall reliability to meet growing electricity demands.In a statement issued on Saturday, the minister called the project a milestone in delivering uninterrupted and high-quality electricity. “We are committed to strengthening the entire supply chain to support industrial growth and improve consumer sat..
Army Boosts Cybersecurity After Site Hacking Attempts
In light of recent hacking attempts on Indian Army-affiliated websites, including Army Public Schools and defence-linked institutions, the Indian Army is ramping up its cybersecurity infrastructure to prevent further intrusions, sources confirmed on Monday.Recent cyberattacks have targeted websites connected to the Army Welfare Education Society, with at least four Army Public Schools—such as APS Nagrota and APS Sunjuwan—impacted. Both sites were non-functional as of Monday evening. The Army College of Nursing website, based in Jalandhar Cantonment, was hacked and defaced on April 25 with ..
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