Bihar announces two new government medical colleges in Vaishali and Bhojpur, operational from Jan 2026. Each will have 500 beds and admit 100 MBBS students, marking a major healthcare expansion.
NMC's MARB invites eligible government medical college faculty to join an assessor pool for inspections, including surprise visits, for AY 2026-27. Apply within 15 days of Dec 22 notice.
Punjab farmers are shifting to bio-fertilisers for eco-friendly agriculture. Experts highlight benefits for soil health and crop yield. Discover the sustainable way ahead for Indian farming.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq alleges J&K authorities pressured him to remove 'Hurriyat' from his X profile. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region. Read the full report.
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
West Bengal government submits a detailed action plan to NGT to address the saturated Belgachia dumpyard. The ₹196 crore strategy includes bio-mining, a new plant, and ward-level segregation. Read the full roadmap.
West Bengal government submits a detailed ₹196 crore, time-bound action plan to NGT to resolve the saturated Belgachia dumpyard crisis. Includes bio-mining of 10 lakh tonnes waste and a new processing plant by Dec 2027.
Greater Chennai Corporation will re-tender privatized waste management for Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones by February, with an expanded scope including bulk and hazardous waste. Read details.
GVMC introduces an online system for survey certificates for plots & buildings, ending manual visits. Get your certificate within 7 days. Apply now on the official website.
A Haveri EPB official was arrested by Lokayukta police for accepting a Rs 6,000 bribe for a biomedical waste certificate. The sting operation followed a doctor's complaint. Read the full details.
Antony Waste Handling Cell's stock surged 8% after securing a major Rs 330 crore municipal solid waste processing order. Should you invest? Read our analysis.
Panchkula's long-delayed horticultural waste processing plant is set to become a reality. The MC has purchased machinery worth Rs 2.42 crore to convert green waste into eco-friendly briquettes, ending months of dumping woes. Read more.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation enforces mandatory waste segregation for all. Penalties from ₹500 to ₹13,500 for violations. Learn how to comply and avoid fines.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation enforces mandatory waste segregation for all. Penalties from ₹500 to ₹13,500 for mixed waste. Learn the new rules and how to comply.
MCD accelerates work on its fifth construction & demolition waste plant in Tehkhand. The facility will process 1,000 TPD initially, boosting city's total capacity to 6,000 TPD. Read details.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches special counters at borough offices to help senior citizens & physically challenged individuals get birth, death & domicile certificates, easing SIR hearing process. Read more.
The Netherlands men's hockey team prepares for its first Pro League match in over eight months against Great Britain, navigating strict new bio-secure bubble protocols in the Covid era. Coach Max Caldas shares insights.
Ludhiana MC floats ₹1,144 crore tender for an 8-year integrated waste management PPP. The plan uses GPS, QR codes & aims for waste-to-energy, but faces hurdles from the powerful informal sector.
Kerala's life sciences sector gets a boost as a new CRMAS research & manufacturing centre is launched at Bio 360 Park, promising 100+ high-skilled jobs and advanced research in biomedicine.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda said the government spends Rs 30-35 lakh annually on each medical seat, urging students to serve society. He highlighted a massive expansion in medical infrastructure.
MCG Gurgaon initiates hiring of four separate agencies for zone-wise waste collection via GPS-enabled tractor-trolleys at Rs 6.65 crore. The move aims to streamline operations as CAQM flags delays in waste processing, setting a 2026 deadline for legacy wa
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation begins strict enforcement of waste segregation rules, imposing fines up to Rs 5 lakh for repeat offenders. Learn about the new penalty structure.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation relaunches a ₹4.4+ crore tender to outsource horticulture waste management, aiming to convert 10-15 tonnes of daily waste into sustainable biofuel and curb illegal burning.
Delhi's PUC certificate issuance slowed down Friday due to server overload from high demand. Long queues formed at pollution check centres as enforcement of 'no PUC, no fuel' rule continues. Read more.
Jamshedpur health department issues final warning to hospitals & labs for improper bio-medical waste disposal. A new inspection panel formed. Read about the risks and actions.
Dubai Police launch a new online service for 'To Whom It May Concern' certificates for weather-damaged vehicles. Skip police station visits, upload photos, pay AED 95, and get your certificate in 1-2 days. Essential for insurance claims.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court grants Scheduled Tribe validity to Buldhana siblings, ruling parent's rejected claim doesn't foreclose children's independent case. Landmark judgment reinforces precedent.
Star hotels, malls & gated communities in Chennai illegally dump over 100 tonnes of waste daily in GCC bins, causing overflow & straining resources. Authorities lack surveillance to track violators.
Delhi announces strict fuel ban for vehicles without valid PUC certificates from December 18. BS-IV cars from NCR also face entry restrictions. Get your PUC now!
Punjab govt reports 12 urban bodies struggling with solid waste processing. Chief Secretary seeks 3 months to bridge the gap. NGT monitors compliance with 2016 rules.