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Ghaziabad residents protest waste, potholes, pollution
Residents of Siddharth Vihar in Ghaziabad demand action on neglected C&D waste, dangerous potholes, and toxic air pollution from garbage burning. Read their urgent plea.
Police to Act Against Sewage Dumping in Gurgaon, Jhajjar
Haryana police will file FIRs and issue challans against tankers dumping sewage in open areas and drains in Gurgaon and Jhajjar, threatening the Yamuna. Key agencies ordered strict compliance.
India probes dumping of nylon chips from China, Russia
India initiates anti-dumping investigation into nylon-6 chip imports from China & Russia after domestic firms allege injury. Probe examines price suppression & market share loss.
Rohtak to Remove 100 Garbage Dumping Points
Rohtak Municipal Corporation launches a major sanitation drive, eliminating 100 garbage dumping points to improve public health and hygiene. Learn about the new door-to-door collection system.
Bengaluru locals fund clean-up of 10-year-old blackspot
Frustrated by civic neglect, JP Nagar traders and residents pool Rs 30,000 to clean a notorious dumping ground near Kanakapura Road Metro station, boosting hygiene and business.
US Cuts Italian Pasta Tariffs from 107% to 24-29%
The US Commerce Department is set to drastically reduce proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports. The final rates, to be announced on March 12, mark a major shift from the initial 107% duty. Read the full details.
Dubai fines supercar driver AED 10k for dangerous stunts
Dubai Police impounded a supercar and fined its driver AED 10,000 after viral videos showed dangerous stunts and illegal modifications. Authorities warn roads are not for showing off.
US Cuts Proposed Tariffs on Italian Pasta Imports
The US Commerce Department drastically reduced proposed anti-dumping duties on Italian pasta, easing fears of a $770 million trade collapse. Key exporters La Molisana and Garofalo see duties cut.
Chennai: Illegal debris destroys residents' tree park effort
Months of effort by Chennai senior citizens to create a tree park on a lake bund in Kotturpuram were destroyed by illegal construction debris dumping. Officials promise CCTV but culprits remain at large.
Open Garbage Near Delhi School: DPCC Informs NGT
DPCC found open garbage & construction waste near a Prem Nagar school. MCD issued a challan & arranged auto-tippers. NGT is hearing the plea. Read the full report.
Chennai to seize vehicles for illegal construction debris dumping
Greater Chennai Corporation authorizes officials to impound vehicles and levy fines of ₹5,000 per tonne for illegal dumping of construction waste. New SOP aims to curb public nuisance and flooding risks.
Ranchi: Vehicles breach lines, endanger pedestrians
Pedestrians in Ranchi face daily risks as motorists ignore road markings, shrinking walking space. Officials issue fines, but residents demand stricter enforcement for safety.
India's Anti-Dumping Duty on Met Coke from China, Australia
India imposes provisional anti-dumping duty on low-ash metallurgical coke imports from China, Australia & 4 others to protect domestic industry. Details on rates & expert critique inside.
India Slaps Tariffs on Chinese Steel to Protect Local Makers
India imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel imports, offering major relief to domestic manufacturers. This move aims to curb cheap imports and strengthen the local steel sector. Read more.
Begul River Poisoning: Dead Fish Found in Uttarakhand
Toxic chemicals dumped in Uttarakhand's Begul river kill fish, raising health alarms. Residents furious as authorities fail to act. Experts warn of ecological disaster.
Noida: Body found in bag at dumping yard, police probe on
Noida police intensify surveillance after a young woman's body is found in a Sector 145 dumping yard. Six teams are working to identify the victim and trace the accused. Read the latest updates.
Nagpur's New Waste Plant Dry Run Starts at Bhandewadi
Nagpur Municipal Corporation begins dry run of new solid waste plant at Bhandewadi. The 10-acre facility, to be fully operational from Jan 20, will process 500 MT of fresh garbage daily, aiming for near-total scientific waste management.
Tambaram's Garbage Crisis: Broken Trucks Halt Waste Collection
A year after privatisation, Tambaram's waste management fails as non-functional vehicles lead to open dumping, raising health risks. Councillors demand urgent action.
Audit reveals Punjab's massive unregulated carcass dumping
A landmark audit exposes Punjab's sprawling network of 5,541 unregulated carcass dumps, handling 24,000 livestock deaths monthly. The NGT orders urgent environmental intervention. Read the full investigation.
Begul River Poisoning: Dead Fish Found, Health Alert Issued
Industrial waste dumped into Udham Singh Nagar's Begul river kills fish, raises environmental and public health alarms. Authorities absent as residents collect contaminated catch. Full report.
Nagpur Police Drive: 183 Smoking Cases, ₹19L Seized
Nagpur police's intensive two-week blitz in Bajaj Nagar targeted public smoking, illegal liquor, and traffic violations, resulting in 183 COTPA cases and property seizures worth ₹19.16 lakh. Read the full report.
Unidentified woman's body found in bag in Noida dumpyard
A woman's body was found stuffed in a bag at a Noida dumping yard. Police are yet to identify the victim, whose face was burnt and neck had deep cuts. Read for details.
Illegal Waste Dumping in Mundka: DPCC Report to NGT
DPCC inspection reveals illegal dumping of solid waste & C&D debris in Mundka, Delhi. Open burning also recorded. NGT hearing ongoing. Read the full report details.
Illegal property razed in Delhi's Amar Colony, 5 booked
South Delhi Municipal Corporation demolishes an illegally constructed property in Amar Colony. Five individuals, including the property owner, have been booked for obstruction. Read the full report.
Steel expansion hit by policy mismatch on key input: GTRI
A GTRI report warns India's steel capacity expansion is under pressure as import curbs on low-ash metallurgical coke raise input costs, hurting competitiveness. Experts call for policy recalibration.
India Slaps Anti-Dumping Duty on 2 Chinese Products
India imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese cold-rolled steel and R-134a refrigerant, citing below-normal pricing. The move aims to protect domestic manufacturers from unfair trade.
Mohali's 45-year-old toxic dump poisons residents despite fine
A Rs 65-lakh PPCB penalty fails to clean up Mohali's 45-year-old toxic dump site, endangering 6000 residents with fires and contamination. Read about the ongoing health crisis and official promises.
Panchkula misses second deadline to clear legacy waste
Panchkula Municipal Corporation fails to meet Dec 25 deadline for clearing Sector 23 dumping ground, raising environmental and health concerns for residents. Read more about the delayed bioremediation project.
Bombay HC orders Kanjurmarg dump monitoring committee
The Bombay High Court has directed the formation of a monitoring committee for the Kanjurmarg dumping site and ordered stringent short-term measures within a week to mitigate the foul odour, stating authorities cannot 'play with lives of people'.
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