Two separate fires broke out in Gurgaon on Tuesday morning—one at a plastic waste processing site and another at a tyre warehouse. Thick toxic smoke hampered operations, but no casualties were reported. Read the full details.
The Centre announces the Clean Himalayan Cities Initiative to provide financial and technical aid to hill states battling massive plastic waste from tourism. The plan targets visible improvements by early 2026.
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.
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 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.
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.
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'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
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 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.
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Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's North West Zone inspected 299 units, issued 125 notices for littering and banned plastic use. 6.7 kg plastic seized, Rs 93,000 penalty levied. Read about the crackdown.
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.
New Town Kolkata gets 950 new waste bins as NKDA tackles 90 tonnes daily garbage. Agency hired for waste transport to Dhapa as waste set to triple soon. Read more.
A major fire at Kullu's dumping site reveals the town's growing waste management crisis. Authorities struggle as garbage piles up, threatening public health and the environment. Immediate action needed!
Punjab generates 5,000 tonnes of waste daily with Rs 5,500 crore economic potential. Discover how the state can turn garbage into gold through sustainable waste management solutions.
Bengaluru generates 900 tonnes of plastic waste daily. CM warns of garbage city tag, sets 2030 plastic-free target. Citizen action crucial for waste management success.
TS-UISL's environmental campaign reaches 50+ Jamshedpur schools, using street plays and 'Plastic Danav' mascot to combat single-use plastic. Initiative contributes to city's #3 cleanest ranking in India.
Chandigarh Mayor demands expedited work at Dadumajra legacy waste site, setting deadlines for waste processing to address environmental concerns in the city.
MC Ludhiana officials caught contractor staff illegally dumping construction waste in open area. Vehicle seized in midnight operation. Authorities take strict action against waste management violations.
Sreyance Modi from Jorhat transforms damaged packaged food into nutritious animal feed, addressing waste management and supporting farmers. Discover how his circular economy model works.
Mohali set to become Punjab's first city managing waste without dumping grounds through door-to-door collection system starting next month. Learn how this sustainable model works.
GMSSS School in Mohali conducted an awareness session on reducing plastic waste, educating students about environmental conservation and sustainable practices for a greener future.
Bengaluru faces growing episodic waste crisis as trophies and mementoes overwhelm recycling systems. Discover how Saahas Zero Waste tackles this environmental challenge.
Punjab Pollution Control Board calls 14 major brands accountable for non-recyclable plastic waste. Companies must submit concrete waste management plans. Join Punjab's cleanup mission!
Discover how Kamikatsu, Japan achieved 80% recycling rate with community effort. Learn how India can tackle its 62 million tonne waste problem through sustainable living models.
Hundreds of Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal University students cleaned Rani Bandh Talab in Dhanbad, removing plastic waste to protect water bodies. Join the movement for a cleaner environment!
Confederation of Indian Industry launches revolutionary circular economy blueprint in New Delhi, transforming waste management into economic opportunity with cutting-edge technologies.
BSWML launches ambitious initiative to transport massive dry waste quantity to Bidadi processing facility, marking significant step in Bengaluru's sustainable waste management journey.
Exclusive investigation uncovers KPCIL's waste-to-energy facility operated without crucial PCB approval for months, raising serious environmental compliance questions in Bengaluru.