MCD postpones Okhla waste-to-energy plant expansion proposal
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
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Bengal's ₹196 Cr Plan to Fix Belgachia Dump Crisis by 2027
West Bengal government submits a detailed action plan to NGT to address the saturated Belgachia dumpyard. The ₹196 crore strategy includes bio-mining, a new plant, and ward-level segregation. Read the full roadmap.
Bengal's ₹196 Cr Action Plan for Belgachia Waste Crisis
West Bengal government submits a detailed ₹196 crore, time-bound action plan to NGT to resolve the saturated Belgachia dumpyard crisis. Includes bio-mining of 10 lakh tonnes waste and a new processing plant by Dec 2027.
Howrah Civic Body to Stay at 66 Wards, Bill for Amendment Soon
West Bengal cabinet approves retaining 66 wards in Howrah Municipal Corporation, reversing plan to reduce to 50. A bill to amend the HMC Act will be tabled soon. Read for details.
Chennai to re-tender waste management for two key zones
Greater Chennai Corporation will re-tender privatized waste management for Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones by February, with an expanded scope including bulk and hazardous waste. Read details.
Goa's New Deposit Scheme to Boost Recycling, Cut Waste
Goa is set to implement a Deposit Refund Scheme (DRS) next year to tackle solid waste from tourism. Consumers will pay a small deposit on packaged goods, refundable upon return. Learn how this will transform waste management.
Kerala's new mandatory disaster waste management protocol
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
Delhi Cabinet Approves First E-Waste Park in Holambi Kalan
Delhi cabinet greenlights capital's first e-waste park in Holambi Kalan. The 11.5-acre facility will follow a zero-waste model to tackle 200,000 tonnes of annual e-waste. Read more about this sustainable initiative.
Antony Waste Share Jumps 8% After Bagging Rs 330 Cr Order
Antony Waste Handling Cell's stock surged 8% after securing a major Rs 330 crore municipal solid waste processing order. Should you invest? Read our analysis.
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.
Panchkula's Rs 3 Crore Waste Plant Idle Due to No Road
Panchkula's first Material Recovery Facility, built for Rs 3 crore, lies unused due to a missing approach road, forcing garbage to pile up at open sites. Read about the planning failure.
Single Firm to Handle Bulk Waste in Bengaluru North & East
BSWML authorises one private company for bulk waste collection in Bengaluru's North and East zones, following NGT's 'polluter pays' directive. Details inside.
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.
Ludhiana to get 7 new waste compactors, cost Rs 4 crore
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation plans to install compactors at 7 new sites to tackle overflowing garbage. The Rs 4 crore project aims to fix waste management woes. Read details.
Mangaluru Waste Transfer Crisis Hits All 60 Wards
Mangaluru City Corporation struggles with waste management as lack of transfer space forces roadside garbage shifting, causing public nuisance. DC promises action.
Zero-Waste Wedding in Mangaluru Manages 1,333kg of Waste
A Mangaluru couple's sustainable wedding, managed by Mangala Resource Management, diverted 1,333kg of waste from landfills. See how they set a new standard for eco-friendly celebrations in India.
Mount Everest's Growing Trash Crisis: A Mountain of Waste
Mount Everest faces a severe waste crisis with over 140,000 pounds of trash left by climbers. Discover the environmental impact and clean-up efforts on the world's highest peak.
BSWML clears encroachments on 5 acres in north Bengaluru
Bengaluru authorities reclaimed prime land worth ₹80 crore from illegal occupants. The site will now host critical waste management infrastructure to boost the city's sustainability efforts.
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
Bengaluru's Waste Model Earns Rs 1000/Tonne from Plastic
Bengaluru's waste management agency is now financially self-sustaining by monetising low-value plastic under EPR. It earns a net Rs 1000 per tonne, diverting hundreds of tonnes from landfills daily. Read how the city is winning.
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.
MP Tewari Raises Dadumajra Garbage Crisis in Parliament
Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari highlights the severe Dadumajra garbage crisis in Lok Sabha, demanding final clearance and urgent central intervention to resolve the mounting waste issue.
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.
How India-Finland can turn waste into economic value
Finland's systemic expertise meets India's scale to create a global circular economy model. This partnership aims to unlock trillions in value, create green jobs, and set a new standard for climate-resilient growth. Explore the roadmap.
K Annamalai, 500+ arrested in Tirupur garbage protest
Ex-BJP chief K Annamalai & 500+ protesters detained for opposing Tirupur Corp's garbage dumping in Iduvai. They announce black flag protest for CM Stalin's Dec 29 visit. Details inside.
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