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SMC Officials Noticed for Illegal Waste Dumping in Surat
Two senior SMC officials face show-cause notices for negligence after 500 truckloads of unprocessed waste were illegally dumped near Kakaria village. GPCB directs action and a Rs 2.5 crore penalty.
Chandigarh MC Chief Reviews Waste Management Systems
Chandigarh's Municipal Commissioner reviewed the city's waste management, focusing on segregation and processing. New directives aim to improve efficiency within 15 days. Read about the key action points.
Lucknow Team Visits Ahmedabad's Waste-to-Energy Plant
A Lucknow Municipal Corporation delegation visited Ahmedabad to study its solid waste-to-energy project. The team aims to establish a similar facility in Lucknow by 2026 to boost sustainability.
Gurgaon's Rs 9.6 Cr Stopgap Waste Deal Raises Questions
MCG Gurgaon awards 6-month, Rs 9.6 crore work orders for doorstep waste collection, highlighting continued reliance on temporary fixes. 400 vehicles to be deployed across four zones from Friday.
Chandigarh MC fines 16 for littering in public places
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation intensifies enforcement, issuing 16 challans in a week for solid waste violations. Officials used evidence from garbage to trace offenders. Read more.
Mohali MC okays Rs 28.2 crore for infrastructure works
Mohali's F&CC greenlights projects worth Rs 22.2 crore & new estimates of Rs 6 crore for sanitation, water, roads & public amenities. Mayor Sidhu targets March 2026 completion.
Gurgaon's Rs 9.6 Cr 6-Month Waste Fix Amid Long-Term Delays
MCG Gurgaon awards Rs 9.6 crore, 6-month contracts to 4 firms for doorstep waste collection, a temporary fix as a Rs 327 crore 5-year plan awaits state approval. 400 vehicles deployed.
Margao CCTV leads to Rs 25,000 fine for illegal waste dumping
Margao Municipal Council's new CCTV surveillance at black spots identifies first offender dumping commercial waste. Swift police action leads to a hefty Rs 25,000 fine. Read how tech is curbing pollution.
Goa's Bicholim Gets Pilot Biogas Plant for Waste-to-Energy
Goa Energy Development Agency hands over a biogas plant to Bicholim Municipal Council. The pilot project processes 1-50kg kitchen waste daily, producing biogas and manure. Read how this supports Goa's zero-waste vision.
Mohali MC approves Rs 28 crore in development works
Mohali Municipal Corporation approves work orders worth Rs 22.22 crore and new project estimates of Rs 6 crore, focusing on solid waste management, water supply, and civic upgrades. Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu outlines the development push.
Kempegowda Airport Opens Solid Waste Management Centre
Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru inaugurates its own solid waste management facility to handle 24-26 tonnes of daily waste. A major step towards sustainability for India's busiest airports. Read more about this green initiative.
Ludhiana's 2026 Development Plan: Key Projects Unveiled
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation outlines major 2026 projects: 100 electric buses, European-style road redevelopment, and solid waste management. Residents share expectations for a cleaner, greener city.
Chandigarh MC's Door-to-Door Waste Segregation Campaign
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches a special door-to-door campaign in southern sectors to educate residents on waste segregation. SHG women are leading the drive to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Read more to learn how to segregate correctl
New Machinery Doubles Waste Processing at Bhagtanwala Plant
Amritsar's Bhagtanwala dump gets new machinery to double waste processing capacity to 600 TPD, tackling legacy waste and improving city cleanliness. Read about the civic upgrade.
Chandigarh MC Ramps Up Waste Segregation Awareness Drive
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches an intensive door-to-door campaign with 60 teams to enforce waste segregation at source. Learn about the fines and the city's green initiative.
Ahmedabad AMC Seals 12 Units, Fines Littering
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's solid waste department sealed 12 commercial units and collected over Rs 4 lakh in fines during a major anti-littering drive across city zones. Read the full crackdown details.
AAP Accuses MCD of Inflating Delhi Landfill Waste Data
AAP alleges BJP-led MCD manipulates landfill data by dumping debris. Mayor denies claims, cites landfill reduction. Delhi's waste management crisis deepens with political blame game.
Chennai to launch door-to-door bulk waste collection in March
Greater Chennai Corporation launches door-to-door bulk waste collection in March to tackle illegal dumping. Private contractors will manage zones. Book via Namma Chennai app or WhatsApp.
Gurgaon's Rs 327 Cr Waste Management Plan Awaits Nod
MCG seeks approval for a Rs 327 crore door-to-door waste collection project across four zones. The tender process, revised five times, aims to end Gurgaon's garbage woes. Read more.
Kochi Row Over Biomedical Waste Collection Charges
A political dispute erupts in Kochi Corporation over a sharp hike in biomedical waste collection fees from households. Opposition alleges private agency now charges Rs 45/kg, up from subsidized Rs 12/kg. Read the full story.
Bengaluru's New Waste Tender Aims to Clean Up Old Scams
Bengaluru launches a new waste management tender to tackle historic scams involving ghost workers and inflated bills. Will this cleanup drive succeed? Read our analysis.
Rajkot Launches Doorstep E-Waste Collection, Pays Citizens
Rajkot Municipal Corporation starts a doorstep e-waste pickup service. Citizens can now sell old mobiles, laptops & appliances for cash, ensuring safe recycling. Book your pickup today!
Bengaluru's Clean Streets After New Year Celebrations
Discover how Bengaluru's sanitation heroes cleared 8-9 tonnes of New Year's Eve waste overnight. A story of civic responsibility and efficient waste management. Read more!
Bengaluru's New Garbage Tender Brings Stiff Fines
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike introduces a new garbage tender with strict penalties for contractors failing to collect waste. Learn about the new rules and fines.
Chennai to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes more waste at Perungudi
Chennai Corporation floats new tender to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Perungudi dumpyard. The project, costing ₹53.60 crore, aims to reclaim land and process remaining waste. Read the latest updates.
BMC's New Waste Fees & Fines Start Thursday
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces slab-wise monthly user charges for door-to-door waste collection and fines for violations. New rules mandate waste segregation at source.
Chennai's Doorstep Drive Removes 582 Tonnes of Bulky Waste
Greater Chennai Corporation's 12-week door-to-door drive collects over 582 tonnes of bulky waste like sofas & mattresses. Learn how residents can schedule pickup for proper disposal.
RMC penalises 100 major defaulters for unpaid waste charges
Ranchi Municipal Corporation begins strict action against 100 major defaulters, including hotels and malls, for unpaid solid waste user charges from April 2022. Pay dues via portal or helpline.
PMC collects Rs 63+ crore in property tax, waste charges
Patna Municipal Corporation achieves a historic tax collection of over Rs 63 crore for FY 2025-26, driven by digital payments and a successful One-Time Settlement scheme. Citizens urged to pay dues promptly.
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