Chikkajantakal village in Koppal district, declared open defecation-free eight years ago, sees women forced to defecate on roads due to lack of functional toilets, highlighting governance failures.
Shivarayappa Neeraloti, a health worker from Koppal, completed a 16-day bicycle journey to Banga, Punjab, spreading awareness about cleanliness and healthy living across four states.
Patna Municipal Corporation starts bio-remediation project to clear 8 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, reclaiming 62 acres for a new integrated waste management facility by 2028.
India's Union Budget 2026 unveils a massive ₹1 trillion AI blueprint across sectors like IT, defence, and education, aiming to boost productivity and jobs without tax hikes.
Mysuru regional commissioner Nitesh Patil praised pourakarmikas for securing top national cleanliness ranks. Officials emphasized worker welfare, safety gear, and health during a Swachh Bharat training program.
Indian Railways announces fares for the first Vande Bharat Sleeper train from Howrah to Kamakhya. Check detailed fare chart for 1AC, 2AC, 3AC classes to Malda, NJP, and Guwahati. Bookings to start soon!
ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission, its first launch of 2026, ends in failure. The setback impacts satellite deployment and highlights challenges in India's space program. Read the full analysis.
ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission faces a rare setback. Explore the details of this anomaly and a historical look at the space agency's infrequent launch failures, highlighting its overall reliability.
Residents of Ghaziabad's trans-Hindon areas complain of locked and filthy public toilets. Despite Mayor's 2-year-old orders, no action taken. Read about the civic failure.
Centre to merge Krishonnati Yojana, Natural Farming & Honey Mission under PM-RKVY from 2026-31. ₹1.75 lakh crore outlay linked to state-level reform performance. Details inside.
HDMC's Swachh Bharat run in Hubballi descended into chaos as registered runners, including students, scrambled for T-shirts & medals. Officials blame overwhelming turnout. Details inside.
Bharat Forge's Baba Kalyani warns of Delhi-like pollution in Pune, criticizes failed Swachh Bharat impact, and calls for a 2-year green mission with EVs and corporate solutions. Read more.
Varanasi launches a unique Swachh Bharat initiative: women receive sanitary pads in exchange for household plastic waste. A dual push for hygiene and a cleaner environment.
Gurgaon's MCM processed 1.1 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, reclaiming five acres in IMT Manesar and Garhi. Officials urge public cooperation for waste segregation to prevent new dumps.
Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation's RRR centre organised a successful donation drive, collecting clothes and essentials for the underprivileged during the harsh winter. Read how the community came together.
Patna Municipal Corporation's 'Nagar Shatru' initiative fines 500 for spitting & littering, boosting cleanliness and revenue. A push for Swachh Survekshan ranking.
Punjab and Telangana demand extra fiscal support, arguing the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission burdens states with a 60:40 cost share, diluting employment guarantees. Read more on the budget clash.
Astrologers predict 2026 will bring profound strength and transformation for six zodiac signs. Find out if your sign is set for a breakthrough in confidence, resilience, and self-belief.
Bengaluru's recent administrative split into five corporations creates a roadblock for the 2026 Swachh Survekshan rankings. Learn why the city's cleanliness score faces delay.
India's National Supercomputing Mission achieves a milestone with the indigenous PARAM SHAKTI at IIT Madras. This 3.1-petaflop system boosts research in AI, climate science, and drug discovery. Discover how it marks a shift to technological sovereignty.
Bengaluru faces a crucial Swachh Survekshan 2025. After a slight rank dip, officials push for decentralized waste management and citizen action. Will the city clean up its act?
Amritsar Municipal Corporation reviews action plan for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26. Focus on waste management, citizen feedback, and improving last year's ranking. Read the full strategy.
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd's IPO opens Jan 10. Check price band, GMP, subscription status, listing date & key details for this ₹1,500 crore offer for sale.
Despite PMC's Swachh efforts, Pune's waste management collapses daily. Citizens demand systems, not slogans, as garbage returns by afternoon. Read the full report on the civic failure.
ISRO kicks off 2026 with a landmark launch on January 12, carrying a crucial DRDO satellite and other payloads. Get the full mission details here.
Indore's 'cleanest city' image shattered as 8 die from contaminated water. Investigation reveals ageing pipelines, ignored warnings, and systemic failures in civic management. Read the full report.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation revives camera-based surveillance, collecting nearly Rs 3 lakh in fines to boost cleanliness for Swachh Survekshan 2025. Commissioner appeals for public cooperation.
IIT Bhubaneswar hosted the Odisha zone of the Design for Bharat Youth Innovation Challenge. 16 teams competed, with 3 advancing to the national showcase in New Delhi in 2026. Read more.
Ludhiana's Finance Committee approved 115 development works, including chowk redevelopment under the National Clean Air Programme and a revised C&D waste plant cost. Read details.
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announces India's ambitious plan for a human Moon landing by 2027, details new Rs 4,000 crore launch pad, and reveals upcoming Bhuvan mapping portal. Read more.