Blinkit fined Rs 1 lakh for waste violations in Noida
Noida Authority fines Blinkit Rs 1 lakh for solid waste management violations after inspection. Anti-plastic drives confiscate hundreds of kg of banned plastic across city markets.
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Chandigarh Mandates Waste Segregation, Penalty Up to Rs 13,500
Chandigarh MC enforces mandatory waste segregation. Mixed garbage will not be collected; fines from Rs 500 to Rs 13,500 apply. Learn the new rules to avoid penalties.
Panchkula's Horticultural Waste Plant Project Moves Ahead
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 Makes Waste Segregation Mandatory, Fines Up To ₹13,5k
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 Makes Waste Segregation Mandatory, Fines Up To ₹13,500
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.
Delhi's 5th C&D Waste Plant in Tehkhand to Start by 2025
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.
Ludhiana launches ₹1,144 cr plan to privatize waste management
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.
Swachhta Rally Promotes Plastic-Free Jalandhar
A Swachhta rally in Jalandhar mobilized citizens against plastic pollution. Led by MC Commissioner, the event emphasized segregation and a cleaner city. Join the movement!
Gurgaon MCG hires 4 agencies for waste management
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 fines restaurant Rs 10,000 for waste rule breach
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's ₹4.4 Cr Tender to Convert Waste to Biofuel
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.
Jamshedpur Acts Against Unsafe Bio-Medical Waste Disposal
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.
Bengaluru's 'Popcorn Fine': Rs 500 Penalty for Littering
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.
Bengaluru Apartment Fines: Rs 3.3L Collected in 3 Months
A Bengaluru apartment association's collection of Rs 3.3 lakh as fines in three months sparks a formal police complaint. Details accessed by DH reveal the scale of the issue. Read the full investigation.
Chennai's Bulk Waste Crisis: Illegal Dumping by Hotels, Malls
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.
AFC bans Mohun Bagan, fines ₹91 lakh for ACL withdrawal
Asian Football Confederation imposes a one-season ban and heavy fines on Mohun Bagan Super Giant for withdrawing from AFC Champions League Two. AIFF and FC Goa also fined in separate rulings.
Blinkit fined Rs 5 lakh for waste rule violations in Noida
Noida Authority imposes a Rs 5 lakh penalty on Blinkit's cloud kitchen for flouting solid waste management rules and using banned plastic. Details on the inspection and wider crackdown inside.
12 Punjab ULBs Report Waste Processing Gaps, Seek 3 Months
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.
Indore's New Waste Cloth Processing Plant Aims for Cleaner City
Indore Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 2 crore Waste Cloth Processing Plant at Devguradia Trenching Ground. The PPP project will convert textile waste into reusable yarn, generating monthly revenue and boosting the city's 'Waste to Wealth' model. Read
Mysuru's Reels Contest for Cleanliness: Win ₹5000 Prize
Mysuru City Corporation invites college students to join an Environmental Reels competition on cleanliness themes. Win cash prizes up to ₹5000 and get your work exhibited. Submit by Dec 30, 2025.
Hubballi's NH-50 entrance becomes illegal waste dumping site
The entrance to Hubballi city on Kusugal Road, a key national highway, is now an open waste dumping ground. Residents blame HDMC's negligence for the growing pile of domestic and construction debris, spoiling the city's aesthetic appeal.
Chandigarh resident fined Rs 13,401 for littering
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.
Ludhiana's Books Market waste compactor non-functional for 2 years
A static waste compactor in Ludhiana's Books Market remains unused for over two years due to low-hanging electricity wires, exposing poor planning and crippling city waste management. Read the full report.
Amritsar MC Deploys 30 New Mini Tippers for Waste Management
Amritsar Municipal Corporation enhances city sanitation by deploying 30 new mini tippers for efficient door-to-door waste collection. Learn how this initiative aims to improve cleanliness and public health.
PCB Resumes Garbage Collection at Pune's Clover Centre
Pune Cantonment Board resumes waste collection at Clover Centre after a 20-day standoff over segregation norms and charges. The pile-up had become a major health hazard in the busy Camp area.
NGT issues notices to Punjab over Sangrur waste violations
NGT takes action against Punjab authorities for major waste handling violations in Sangrur. PPCB ordered to inspect sites and report by Feb 26, 2026. Read the full story.
EU fines Elon Musk's X €120M for DSA violations
European Union regulators impose a massive €120 million fine on Elon Musk's X for failing to comply with the Digital Services Act's transparency and safety rules. Full details inside.
Chandigarh MC approves Rs 36.62 lakh for infrastructure projects
Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation road committee greenlights three major development projects, including a new community kitchen and waste segregation upgrades, to enhance public amenities. Read more about the civic improvements.
GMCH-32 sole BWG not complying with waste norms in Chandigarh
GMCH-32 faces penalty for ignoring solid waste rules, while Panjab University moves to comply. 17 of 19 bulk waste generators now process waste properly. Read the latest.
Gurgaon MCG hires agencies for 6-month waste collection
Gurgaon's civic body, MCG, has initiated a fresh six-month contract for door-to-door waste collection starting Jan 2026, costing over Rs 12 Cr. This marks over 18 months of temporary fixes as a long-term solution remains delayed. Residents express frustra
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