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The Telangana Recognised School Managements Association has sought relaxation in certain fire safety norms for affordable private schools. It said urban congestion has restricted fire engine access to older campuses and requested special provisions for institutions established before current regulations.

Despite monsoon rains, Hyderabad continues to face a high risk of fire accidents due to faulty wiring, poor maintenance, and negligence. Officials warn that moisture increases the chance of electrical short circuits and urge building owners, industries, and citizens to maintain fire safety equipment.

The Supreme Court warned civic bodies in Delhi, Gurugram and Lucknow of personal liability for failing to act against unauthorised constructions. Citing recent fatal fire incidents, it directed stricter enforcement, ordered officials' personal appearance and warned of contempt proceedings for non-compliance

A petition in the Supreme Court seeks a nationwide fire and life safety framework for high-risk public buildings, mandatory safety audits, stricter accountability for officials, and enhanced protection for schools, hospitals, hotels and commercial establishments following recent deadly fire tragedies in Delhi and Lucknow

CSIR-Central Building Research Institute in Roorkee has transferred 13 indigenous technologies to industries and startups, focusing on sustainable construction, fire safety, and energy-efficient infrastructure. The initiative, under National Technology Day, supports innovation-driven development and the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat

A massive fire gutted eight flats at Gaur Green Avenue society in Ghaziabad's Indirapuram on Wednesday. Seventeen fire tenders suppressed the blaze, which reportedly started during woodwork. No fatalities occurred, though two elderly residents were hospitalized for smoke inhalation

GHMC’s town planning wing inspected 252 commercial buildings in Hyderabad for fire safety compliance. Officials flagged hazardous materials, issued notices for equipment installation or repair, and stressed follow-up actions to prevent fire accidents across the city.

A fire broke out at BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad’s New Delhi residence on Wednesday morning and was quickly controlled. No injuries were reported. The incident adds to recent fire accidents in the capital, amid concerns over Delhi Fire Services’ staff shortages

A major fire at Thrissur Railway Station destroyed over 200 two-wheelers in the parking area near Platform No. 2. Firefighters contained the blaze within 30 minutes. Train services remained unaffected.

Goa authorities have launched an intensive inspection drive on nightclubs ahead of Christmas and New Year after a deadly fire killed 25. Two clubs have been sealed, and NOCs revoked as safety norms and structural violations come under scrutiny.

The Congress has demanded a full investigation into the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25, including tourists and staff. Rahul Gandhi called it a criminal failure of governance, while leaders urged strict enforcement of fire safety norms and accountability

At least 23 people were killed after a fire swept through a packed nightclub in North Goa’s Arpora village. Eyewitnesses said the blaze began on the dance floor, trapping several tourists and staff in the kitchen amid narrow access and alleged safety violations.

A fire at Gomathi Electronics in Shahalibanda, Hyderabad, killed two and injured six when refrigerator and AC compressors exploded. Residents demand stricter fire safety inspections and classification of high-risk commercial establishments to prevent repeat tragedies.

A fire broke out in an Air India bus parked near Terminal 3 of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday afternoon. The bus, carrying no passengers, was quickly brought under control, and no injuries or casualties were reported

Multiple departments participate in drill; Police Commissioner CV Anand and TG ICCC Director Kamlasan Reddy stress awareness, preparedness, and effective use of fire safety systems during emergencies

In a move to enhance emergency preparedness, ASPIRE at the University of Hyderabad (UoH) organized a fire safety awareness session and mock drill on campus on Thursday

Calling the incident deeply unfortunate, the former Chief Minister asked the government to remain vigilant and implement strict preventive measures to avoid such disasters in the future.

The city saw over 50 incidents of fire mishaps from January 1 till February 10 and on average

Fire started in the cellar of a ground plus four storied building located at Kishanbagh, a little after midnight. It spread rapidly to the ground and upper floors

The restaurant, located on the sixth floor of Ratnam's Complex, has been reported to be functioning without a no objection certificate from the Fire Department