Karnataka govt to introduce new footpath policy, impose heavy fines for illegal flex banners

Jul 03, 2026

Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Shivakumar said, "I have agreed that a new policy should be brought for footpaths. Citizens are facing a lot...

SC asks states to ensure safe, encroachment-free footpaths

Aug 03, 2026

The Supreme Court on Monday urged the states to ensure that footpaths are properly demarcated and kept free from encroachments so that pedestrians can...

Bengaluru launches 10-day 'Safe Footpath Campaign' to clear 1,000 km of walkways

Jul 02, 2026

As part of the drive, authorities are removing illegal parking on footpaths, shop extensions, kiosks, name boards, chairs and other obstructions that block pedestrian...

"Tight slap on face of all those...": Congress' Supriya Shrinate after SC halts property demolitions nationwide until October 1

Sep 17, 2024

However, the Supreme Court clarified that this order will not apply to unauthorised constructions on public roads, footpaths, and similar areas.

Rainfall adds to garbage problem in Kathmandu, fear of water-borne diseases run high

Aug 14, 2022

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 14 : Monsoon rainfall resulting in inundation has added owes to Kathmandu's garbage problem as the rainwater scatters dumped waste all...

Cancer patients, their attendants living in temporary shelters outside Mumbai hospital

Sep 06, 2021

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 6 : Cancer patients getting treatment at the Tata Memorial Hospital and their attendants are living on footpaths in temporary...