Bengal Man Found Dead, Family Alleges SIR Hearing Stress
A 40-year-old man was found dead in West Bengal's Hooghly. His family alleges extreme stress due to a Scheduled Caste certificate hearing. Police investigation ongoing.
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Search on for man who jumped into Hooghly in Kolkata
Kolkata Police continues search for Raj Kumar, 35, who jumped into the Hooghly River near Chandpal Ghat. Divers from disaster management are involved. Read for latest updates.
Sacred Bansi River Turns Polluted Drain in Bihar
The holy Bansi river, linked to Lord Rama, faces severe pollution and encroachment. As Magh Mauni Amavasya nears, locals demand action to save this dying tributary of the Gandak.
How to Deep Clean Your Air Fryer After Festive Season
Your air fryer worked hard during the holidays. Follow this simple guide to deep clean it, remove grease and odours, and keep it performing like new in the New Year.
Goa's historic Panaji jetty to be extended, EIA ordered
Goa's River Navigation Department plans to repair and extend an 80-metre Portuguese-era jetty in Panaji. The GCZMA has directed a rapid environmental impact assessment before granting clearance. Read more.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Inspects Yamuna River Clean-Up Drive
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inspected the Yamuna clean-up at Chhath ghat, calling it a public movement. She praised volunteers and outlined the government's phased campaign for river rejuvenation.
Swimmer Bula Chowdhury's home burgled for second time
Padma Shri swimmer Bula Chowdhury's Hooghly home was broken into for the second time in five months. She expresses trauma and fears for her life despite police security. Read the full report.
Bula Chowdhury's home burgled for 4th time in 10 years
Padma Shri swimmer Bula Chowdhury's Hindmotor residence ransacked again. Medals stolen in past, police posted outside. Read the shocking details of the repeated break-ins.
1,800 kg Waste Removed from Yagamso River in Itanagar
Volunteers in Itanagar cleared over 1,8 tons of plastic and construction waste from the Yagamso River. The drive highlights the urgent need for public awareness and proper waste segregation to combat pollution.
HC Appoints Rajendra Singh to Study Thamirabarani River Pollution
Madras High Court appoints Magsaysay awardee Rajendra Singh as commissioner to study Thamirabarani river pollution and suggest remedies. Court expresses dissatisfaction with state's progress.
Elderly Man Dies After SIR Hearing Notice in Hooghly
An 85-year-old Rishra resident, Dhananjay Chaturvedi, passed away days after receiving a notice for an SIR hearing. His family alleges he died from anxiety over the process. Details inside.
Viral Video Shows Impeccably Clean Kerala Railway Platform
A viral video of Thalassery railway station in Kerala, showing a spotless platform with no litter, has won praise online. Discover how civic sense and management create this clean public space.
Teen rescued from Sabarmati River after suicide bid
A young man was rescued from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati River after a passerby used a rope from his goods vehicle. The incident highlights urgent need for suicide prevention measures on city bridges.
Kharge Criticizes Modi Government on Environment
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accuses the Modi government of failing to deliver clean air and water, highlighting environmental and governance failures. Read the full political critique.
How Kolkata's Party Scene Transformed in 2025
Kolkata's social scene found a fresh pulse in 2025, pivoting to curated experiences, river celebrations, and coffee raves. Discover how the city danced into 2026 with style.
Environmentalist Seechewal Wants 2026 as River Conservation Year
Eco-activist Balbir Singh Seechewal urges the Centre to declare 2026 as 'National River Conservation Year' to boost efforts for cleaning India's polluted rivers. Learn about his vision and the Kali Bein model.
8 Flood Control Projects Approved for Haryana's Markanda River
Haryana government greenlights eight crucial projects worth crores for flood management on the Markanda River, aiming to protect lives and farmland in the region.
Kolkata Bank Files Rs 11.2 Cr Loan Fraud Case
A private bank in Kolkata has filed a police complaint alleging a Rs 11.2 crore loan fraud by an education trust running an engineering college in Hooghly. Read the full investigation details.
Delhi Adopts Eco-Friendly Tech to Treat Yamuna-Bound Drains
Delhi govt will use rock filters & aquatic plants to treat polluted water in 4 drains before it enters Yamuna. NMCG-approved NbS initiative is a cost-effective, sustainable step for river rejuvenation.
Gomti Task Force completes one year, removes 2000 tonnes waste
The Gomti Task Force celebrates its first anniversary, having removed over 2000 tonnes of waste and engaged 70,000 citizens in river rejuvenation efforts in Lucknow. Discover the impact.
Woman, 10-year-old son drown in Kadalundi river
A 32-year-old woman and her son drowned in the Kadalundi river in Malappuram. Three others were rescued. Authorities warn of strong currents.
Foggy New Year's Eve Picnics Draw Crowds in Dibrugarh
Despite dense fog and cold, hundreds celebrated New Year's Eve at Dibrugarh's riverbanks. Bogibeel Ghat, Maijan Ghat, and Buridehing spots buzzed with festive energy as locals upheld annual tradition.
HC Seeks Unified Authority for Periyar River Pollution
Kerala High Court reiterates need for a unified body to tackle Periyar River contamination, issues warning to state government. Details on the ETP plan and fund lapse inside.
Kolkata's Fort William: An Invisible Force Shaping the City
A unique river walk reveals how the unseen Fort William reconfigured Kolkata's power, labour, and riverfront. Discover the hidden history that shaped the city's destiny. Read the full story.
NMCG greenlights river rejuvenation and conservation projects
NMCG approves master plan for Gomti's origin, protects sandbar-nesting birds, and uses nature-based solutions for Delhi's Yamuna drains. A major push for river rejuvenation.
TMC MLA Protest Halts Hooghly BLAs Hearings
Hearings for Block Land Assistants in West Bengal's Hooghly district were suspended after TMC MLA protested the exclusion of BLAs from his constituency. The incident highlights political interference in administrative processes.
Subarnarekha: The Science Behind India's Golden River
Explore the geology of Subarnarekha, India's 'streak of gold' river. Discover how ancient rocks, invisible gold, and monsoon rains create its legendary auriferous sands. A unique blend of myth and modern science.
Garhwa SDO Acts Against Illegal Sand Mining Racket
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar launched a major crackdown on illegal sand mining after a surprise inspection. Notices served to over two dozen. Read about the action and warnings issued.
NHPC Begins Wet Commissioning at Subansiri Hydro Project
NHPC commences wet commissioning of Unit 3 at Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, a key step for India's sustainable energy future. The 250 MW unit will help power 16 states.
Netaji's Heir Joins Fight to Save Polluted Tungabhadra River
Rajshree Chaudhary, great-grand niece of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, warns of Tungabhadra River's dire state. A 9-taluk foot march aims to inspire national water conservation action. Join the cause!
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