As Patna aims for a top 10 rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, its own civic headquarters faces neglect with broken lifts, foul washrooms, and tobacco stains, raising serious questions about its preparedness.
Women in Malavalli taluk are now leading sanitation services in 22 gram panchayats, managing door-to-door waste collection and driving cleanliness initiatives. Discover how this change is shaping public health.
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar pushes for dedicated street vendor zones to balance urban cleanliness with livelihoods. A comprehensive plan is to be prepared for the Heritage City.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation launches a major cleanliness drive with 10 teams across 53 wards. The plan targets waste segregation, daily cleaning, and plastic bans to ace the upcoming Swachh Survekshan survey.
Despite fines and weekly removal drives, Madurai grapples with posters defacing public spaces. Officials collected ₹19,000, but new ads appear overnight. Can murals and vertical gardens offer a solution?
Goa's tourism department mobilised teams to clean a beach after complaints of garbage accumulation. Minister Rohan Khaunte emphasises clean beaches are central to Goa's identity. Read more.
Belagavi deputy mayor Vani Vilas Joshi spearheaded a cleanliness drive at Tilakwadi Govt School, clearing waste and planting a Tulsi sapling. Read how this initiative transformed the school's entrance.
Goa's tourism department mobilised teams to clean beaches after shack owners complained of halted garbage collection. Minister Rohan Khaunte vows to keep the coastline pristine. Read more.
Hyderabad and Chennai's AI-powered traffic cameras issue 'silent' e-challans for minor violations. Drivers risk huge fines unknowingly. Learn how to check your status and avoid financial shock.
Vijayanagara DC orders urgent cleanliness drive at Hampi monuments after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised hygiene concerns. Inspection held ahead of Culture Minister's visit.
Dubai introduces strict e-scooter safety rules & fines up to Dhs300. Learn the 8 key guidelines for public transport and how to ride safely in the city.
Bhubaneswar gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, focusing on citizen feedback and new infrastructure. Mayor Sulochana Das outlines plans for improved solid waste management. Read more.
Ahead of the Swachh Bharat rankings, Lucknow Municipal Corporation nominates 16 model wards to set new standards in waste management and civic upkeep. Municipal Commissioner outlines the plan for 100% waste collection.
While JMC claims success in its Walled City cleanliness drive, residents of Ramganj and Kishanpole bazaars report piles of garbage and irregular waste collection. Is the effort only for tourists?
Belagavi cracks down on littering with a new drive. Mayor & deputy mayor lead early morning patrols, tracing offenders via bills in garbage and imposing fines at homes. Read how the city is getting serious about cleanliness.
A two-day cleanliness campaign at Nagpur Railway Station urges passengers to stop littering. Volunteers collect waste, spread awareness, and support Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Read more.
Patna gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025 with a focus on waste management and citizen feedback. Mayor Sita Sahu targets a 5-star rating and a Top 10 national rank. Read about the city's new initiatives.
The NWKRTC Hosur regional bus terminal in Hubballi is plagued by filth and poor maintenance just years after its 2020 launch. Passengers decry pan-stained walls & garbage. Officials blame public spitting.
A Bengaluru man was fined Rs 500 for littering popcorn at Cubbon Park. The incident highlights the city's strict enforcement of cleanliness laws. Read more about the consequences of public littering.
Uttar Pradesh launches a massive statewide sanitation campaign on December 25, culminating the year-long Atal Bihari Vajpayee centenary celebrations. Join the drive for a Clean, Strong India.
Despite upgrades, Nagpur railway station faces severe hygiene crisis with rampant filth & rodents. Passengers cite public health risks. Officials respond. Read more.
Winter doesn't kill cockroaches; it drives them into your warm home. Learn why they invade in cold months, where they hide, and effective steps for control and prevention to keep your home pest-free.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!
In Meghalaya, a powerful citizen-led movement is transforming waste management. Residents, inspired by Swachhata Hi Seva, are cleaning public spaces, supported by innovative schemes like the Green Deposit. Discover how communities are taking charge.
Bhopal gears up for its first Metro ride on December 20. Learn about the new rules, fines, routes, and modern amenities like USB charging points. Get all details here!
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation fines a Sector 15B resident Rs 13,401 for dumping waste in public. MC chief warns against littering, urges citizen cooperation for cleanliness.
Jharkhand Education Project Council forms a 72-member state team to evaluate schools for Mukhyamantri Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar & Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Rating. On-site verification to be completed by December 15.
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation gets approval to hire 1,196 new sanitation workers. This major recruitment drive aims to revolutionize cleanliness and waste management in the city. Read more.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta kicks off a major city-wide cleanliness drive, focusing on waste management and dust control to improve air quality and public health. Read more.
Deolali Cantonment Board wins Raksha Mantri's 'Swachha Chhavani Swastha Chhavani' award for 2025. Ranked 2nd nationally, it leads in Maharashtra. Read about its green initiatives and waste management success.