PMC's Jan 31 Deadline for Major Drain Desilting in Patna
Patna Municipal Corporation deploys special teams for city-wide drain cleaning before monsoon. Target completion is Jan 31, 2025. Read about the multi-layer strategy.
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Patna's Cleanliness Drive: PMC's Own HQ in Shambles
As Patna aims for a top 10 rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, its own civic headquarters faces neglect with broken lifts, foul washrooms, and tobacco stains, raising serious questions about its preparedness.
Indore Water Tragedy Exposes Deep Urban Governance Crisis
The Indore water contamination tragedy, killing 8, reveals systemic failure in municipal governance & aging infrastructure. India's rapid urbanization demands urgent reform. Read more.
Yamunanagar's Push for Swachh Survekshan Top Rank
Yamunanagar launches a comprehensive sanitation drive to secure the number one position in Swachh Survekshan 2024. Learn about the key initiatives and public participation plans.
Ranchi Forms 10 Teams for Garbage-Free City Push
Ranchi Municipal Corporation launches a major cleanliness drive with 10 teams across 53 wards. The plan targets waste segregation, daily cleaning, and plastic bans to ace the upcoming Swachh Survekshan survey.
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.
Bhopal Adopts Cow Dung Paint for City Beautification
Bhopal's civic body plans to use eco-friendly cow dung paint for its annual beautification drive ahead of Swachh Bharat Mission Survey 2026. The move aims to boost rankings, create jobs, and promote sustainability.
Guwahati GMC's Rs 132 Cr Plan to Combat Urban Flooding
Guwahati Municipal Corporation announces a major drive to de-silt 549 drains by March, plans Rs 132 crore for infrastructure, and offers tax rebates for eco-friendly practices. Read more.
Lucknow LMC Clears Encroachments to Ease Traffic
Lucknow Municipal Corporation, led by Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, launched a major anti-encroachment drive in Kaiserbagh and Lalbagh to tackle traffic congestion. Officials warn of strict action against repeat offenders. Read more.
Ludhiana's Transport Hub Faces Major Infrastructure Crisis
Ludhiana's Transport Nagar, North India's second-largest transport hub, grapples with broken roads, sewage failure, garbage piles, and rising robberies. Transporters demand urgent action from authorities.
Ludhiana Waste Crisis: City Ranked 2nd Dirtiest in India
Ludhiana's solid waste management collapses, leaving 20 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste. City ranks 2nd dirtiest in Swachhta Survekshan. Read about the health and environmental fallout.
Thiruvananthapuram Plans 10 Mobile Toilets for Hygiene
Thiruvananthapuram civic body seeks Rs 5 crore for 10 mobile toilet units to address public sanitation shortage and poor hygiene, following a zero cleanliness score in Swachh Survekshan 2023.
Gurgaon MCG's Rs 470 Crore Road Sweeping Proposal
MCG Gurgaon submits a revised Rs 470 crore plan for mechanised and manual road sweeping, zone-wise. Plan aims to boost Swachh Bharat Mission and city sanitation. Read details.
Ludhiana MC to bring 100 villages within city limits
Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation approved a major expansion to include 100 villages, renamed landmarks, and addressed civic staffing in its first meeting in 7 months. Read the full details.
HDMC's Indore trip amid funds crunch sparks controversy
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.
Mangaluru MRF Project Sparks Resident Concerns
Someshwara Municipality plans a Material Recovery Facility in Bagambila. Residents fear health hazards, but officials assure safe, scientific waste management under Swachh Bharat Mission. Read more.
Bhubaneswar eyes better rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26
Bhubaneswar gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, focusing on citizen feedback and new infrastructure. Mayor Sulochana Das outlines plans for improved solid waste management. Read more.
Winter Session 2023: A Review of Missed Legislative Priorities
The Winter Session of Parliament concluded with key bills passed, but crucial issues like Manipur and security concerns were sidelined. Analysis of the session's hits and misses.
Lucknow's 16 Model Wards Set Cleanliness Benchmark
Ahead of the Swachh Bharat rankings, Lucknow Municipal Corporation nominates 16 model wards to set new standards in waste management and civic upkeep. Municipal Commissioner outlines the plan for 100% waste collection.
Blinkit fined Rs 1 lakh for waste violations in Noida
Noida Authority fines Blinkit Rs 1 lakh for solid waste management violations after inspection. Anti-plastic drives confiscate hundreds of kg of banned plastic across city markets.
CBSE Class 12 English Paper 2023: Students Call It Average
The CBSE Class 12 English Core exam was held on February 24, 2023. Students found the paper average, with mixed reviews on sections. Get the full analysis, teacher insights, and student reactions here.
Naidu Hits Out at Opponents, Unveils Swachh Andhra Vision
CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu accuses opponents of misinformation, outlines ambitious plans for a plastic-free Andhra by June 2026 and industrial growth in Anakapalli. Read his full vision.
Naidu's 'Mustabu' Program for Student Hygiene Goes Statewide
Andhra CM N Chandrababu Naidu launches the 'Mustabu' program from Anakapalli to boost hygiene & confidence for 75 lakh students. Read about the state's new educational initiative.
Cleanliness Drive at Nagpur, Ajni Railway Stations
A two-day cleanliness campaign at Nagpur Railway Station urges passengers to stop littering. Volunteers collect waste, spread awareness, and support Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Read more.
Patna Prepares for Swachh Survekshan 2025 Evaluation
Patna gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025 with a focus on waste management and citizen feedback. Mayor Sita Sahu targets a 5-star rating and a Top 10 national rank. Read about the city's new initiatives.
Madurai's Clean City Goal Needs Public Support: Commissioner
Madurai Corporation Commissioner Chitra Vijayan urges public to stop littering, highlights stray dog menace. New 'Olirum Madurai Foundation' launched to boost sanitation efforts.
38th Chrysanthemum Show Inaugurated in Chandigarh
Chandigarh's 38th Chrysanthemum Show, a zero-waste floral festival, runs till Dec 21. Governor Kataria inaugurated, highlighting sustainability and community efforts. Discover the beauty!
Chandigarh MC to Hire Consultant for Sanitation
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation plans to hire a consultant to improve sanitation services and manage solid waste more effectively. The move aims to enhance the city's cleanliness and operational efficiency.
UP CS Ensures 25-Tonne Urea Stock, Warns Sellers
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal mandates 25-tonne urea stock at sales centres, warns of FIRs for overcharging. Also reviews KGBVs, Adarsh Schools, and plans Atal Vajpayee centenary events.
Panchkula waste crisis: NGT orders ignored, garbage piles up
Despite NGT's October order, Panchkula's Jhuriwala site remains clogged with garbage, spilling onto highways and causing health hazards. Residents plan to approach the Deputy Commissioner.
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