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.
Category : Search result: Construction and Demolition Waste
HC Allows Demolition of Illegal Sanjauli Mosque Structure
Himachal Pradesh High Court clears the way for demolition of an illegally constructed mosque in Sanjauli, Shimla. The court has vacated its earlier stay order, directing authorities to proceed.
Critical Need for Asbestos Checks Before Demolishing Old Homes
Demolishing older Indian homes without asbestos checks poses severe cancer risks. Learn why pre-demolition surveys are non-negotiable for safety and legal compliance.
Delhi-NCR Demolition Ban Oct-Dec, 40% AQI Cut Target
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav directs a halt to demolition work in Delhi-NCR during peak pollution months. Plan includes tackling waste sites, traffic hotspots for cleaner air.
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.
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
Heritage Building Demolished in Jaipur's Walled City
Controversy erupts in Jaipur as a heritage building on Chaura Rasta is demolished for new construction. Residents allege JMC inaction despite complaints. UNESCO has raised concerns.
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.
HP Construction Board Gives Rs 14.17 Cr Aid to Workers
Himachal Pradesh Building & Construction Workers Welfare Board disbursed over Rs 14 crore to beneficiaries. A new sub-office in Mandi was approved to improve service delivery. Read more.
JDA demolishes building in Jaipur over approval row
A six-storey building in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar was demolished by JDA for lacking its permission. Owners claim JMC sanctioned the plan for Rs 1.25 lakh, highlighting a major coordination failure between civic bodies.
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.
Bengaluru's Rs 1,052 Cr Debris Deal: BSWML's Single-Agency Gamble
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd awards a massive Rs 1,052 crore C&D waste contract to a single agency, raising concerns over enforcement and monitoring capacity. Read the full story.
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.
HC Stays Demolition of 27 Bareilly Houses, Cites Due Process
Allahabad High Court halts demolition of 27 homes in Bareilly's Shahabad, directing authorities to follow due process. Residents get temporary relief as court sets hearing timeline.
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.
SC Stops Bareilly Demolition, Grants 7-Day Relief
Supreme Court pauses demolition of Aiwan-e-Farhat marriage hall in Bareilly, granting owners 7-day relief. Case now moves to Allahabad HC. Details on the legal battle and allegations inside.
Illegal Properties of Accused Maulvi Demolished in Bharuch
Bharuch administration demolishes illegal constructions linked to a maulvi booked for rape and forced conversion. Heavy police presence ensured order during the action. Read the full details.
SC grants 7-day interim protection in UP demolition case
Supreme Court grants one week interim relief to petitioners facing property demolition in Uttar Pradesh. The bench questioned the use of Article 32 petitions. Read the full details.
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.
DMC demolishes unsafe building after Loharpatty death
Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation demolished an illegal G+4 building in Loharpatty after it caused a woman's death. Read about the safety violations and public outcry.
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
Illegal Mazar Demolished in Balrampur on Court Orders
Balrampur administration demolishes illegally built 'mazaar' on police station land after court order. The structure was allegedly erected in 2013 under former SP MLA's influence.
Nagpur stops garbage dumping at Bhandewadi from Jan
Nagpur Municipal Corporation will completely stop dumping garbage at Bhandewadi yard from January 2024 with new waste processing plants. Learn how the city aims for 100% scientific waste disposal.
Ludhiana's Failed Waste Management Tenders
Ludhiana civic body struggles to hire contractors for door-to-door garbage collection despite 4 attempts. City faces mounting waste management challenges affecting 425,000 properties.
Bihar Bulldozer Drive Leaves Poor Homeless, Sparks Clash
Massive demolition drive across Bihar districts leaves poor residents homeless during winter. Opposition calls it 'Hitler Raj' while BJP defends as routine enforcement. Read full coverage.
Jammu journalist's home demolition sparks political row
72-year-old Ghulam Qadir Daing's house demolished by JDA after 35 years. BJP, Congress leaders visit family. CM Omar Abdullah questions if religion was factor. Hindu neighbor offers land.
Nagpur's ₹1.58 Cr Construction Waste Crisis Deepens
Nagpur faces severe construction waste management crisis with ₹1.58 crore fines collected. Learn how improper debris disposal affects citizens and what NMC is doing.
Youth Congress protests Raipur chowpatty demolition
Youth Congress and NSUI members gherao Raipur police station over FIR filed against workers protesting demolition of popular food court. Demands restoration of youth hub.
Panchkula waste plant delayed, city faces mounting trash
Panchkula's horticultural waste disposal plant remains stalled in tendering process for over 6 months, causing untreated waste piles across residential sectors. Mayor reveals interim measures.
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