Patna's Rs 1,000 Crore Waste Management Project Begins
Patna Municipal Corporation starts bio-remediation project to clear 8 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, reclaiming 62 acres for a new integrated waste management facility by 2028.
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Indore Water Hearing: Hundreds Report Contamination, Low Pressure
Indore's inaugural Jal Sunvai saw massive public turnout with 310 complaints recorded. Residents presented murky water samples, highlighting contamination, foul smells, and inconsistent supply across 85 wards.
Mysuru Officials Laud Sanitation Workers for Cleanliness Success
Mysuru regional commissioner Nitesh Patil praised pourakarmikas for securing top national cleanliness ranks. Officials emphasized worker welfare, safety gear, and health during a Swachh Bharat training program.
Gurgaon MCG Hires 60 E-Rickshaws for Waste Collection
MCG Gurgaon will deploy 60 e-rickshaws to improve doorstep waste collection in narrow residential lanes, costing Rs 82.5 lakh, after poor Swachh rankings.
Indore, Mandsaur Start Weekly Water Hearings
Indore Municipal Corporation and Mandsaur district administration will hold Jal Sunwai every Tuesday to resolve water-related complaints from citizens, following the Bhagirathpura deaths.
Chandigarh Schools Get Waste & Fire Safety Directives
MC Commissioner Amit Kumar chaired a meeting directing city schools to implement waste segregation, process horticulture waste, and ensure fire safety compliance with regular inspections.
Ghaziabad's Filthy Public Toilets Defy Swachh Bharat Goals
Residents of Ghaziabad's trans-Hindon areas complain of locked and filthy public toilets. Despite Mayor's 2-year-old orders, no action taken. Read about the civic failure.
Hubballi Run Event Chaos: Students Denied T-shirts, Medals
HDMC's Swachh Bharat run in Hubballi descended into chaos as registered runners, including students, scrambled for T-shirts & medals. Officials blame overwhelming turnout. Details inside.
Patna PMC Reviews Swachh Survekshan Preparations in Workshop
Patna Municipal Corporation held a key workshop to align sanitation efforts with national standards. Commissioner Yashpal Meena directed daily reviews and public campaigns to improve the city's star rating.
Sanawar School Shortlisted for Green & Clean School Programme
Lawrence School, Sanawar, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Puraskar 2024-25. Discover how this historic institution champions sustainability and environmental education.
Baba Kalyani: Pune lacks cleanliness culture, needs urgent action
Bharat Forge's Baba Kalyani warns of Delhi-like pollution in Pune, criticizes failed Swachh Bharat impact, and calls for a 2-year green mission with EVs and corporate solutions. Read more.
MP Deploys Robots, GIS to Fix Water Lines After Indore Tragedy
Madhya Pradesh launches Swachh Jal Abhiyan using robotics & GIS mapping to overhaul water monitoring after Indore contamination killed 8. CM Yadav vows strict action.
MP CM Launches Swachh Jal Abhiyan, Weekly 'Jal Sunwai'
MP CM Mohan Yadav launches Swachh Jal Abhiyan for state-wide water testing & weekly public hearings after Indore deaths. Campaign aims to ensure clean drinking water for all.
Varanasi: Sanitary Pads Given for Plastic Waste Collection
Varanasi launches a unique Swachh Bharat initiative: women receive sanitary pads in exchange for household plastic waste. A dual push for hygiene and a cleaner environment.
Gurgaon clears 1.1 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, reclaims land
Gurgaon's MCM processed 1.1 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, reclaiming five acres in IMT Manesar and Garhi. Officials urge public cooperation for waste segregation to prevent new dumps.
Dibrugarh's Winter Donation Drive Aids Underprivileged
Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation's RRR centre organised a successful donation drive, collecting clothes and essentials for the underprivileged during the harsh winter. Read how the community came together.
Patna's Anti-Littering Drive Nets ₹2 Lakh in Fines
Patna Municipal Corporation's 'Nagar Shatru' initiative fines 500 for spitting & littering, boosting cleanliness and revenue. A push for Swachh Survekshan ranking.
Bengaluru's new corporations to miss Swachh Survekshan 2026
Bengaluru's recent administrative split into five corporations creates a roadblock for the 2026 Swachh Survekshan rankings. Learn why the city's cleanliness score faces delay.
Bengaluru at a Swachh Turning Point: 2025 Ranking Challenge
Bengaluru faces a crucial Swachh Survekshan 2025. After a slight rank dip, officials push for decentralized waste management and citizen action. Will the city clean up its act?
Amritsar Reviews Swachh Survekshan 2025-26 Preparedness
Amritsar Municipal Corporation reviews action plan for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26. Focus on waste management, citizen feedback, and improving last year's ranking. Read the full strategy.
BOSE Cuttack Tops Odisha Polytechnic Ranking 2023-24
Bhubanananda Orissa School of Engineering (BOSE), Cuttack, secured the top rank in Odisha's polytechnic ranking. The report, released by Minister Sampad Swain, assessed 109 institutes on 7 key parameters. Discover the full list and key findings.
Pune's Unresolved Garbage Issue Haunts Civic Polls
Despite PMC's Swachh efforts, Pune's waste management collapses daily. Citizens demand systems, not slogans, as garbage returns by afternoon. Read the full report on the civic failure.
Indore water contamination deaths reveal failing infrastructure
Indore's 'cleanest city' image shattered as 8 die from contaminated water. Investigation reveals ageing pipelines, ignored warnings, and systemic failures in civic management. Read the full report.
Jaipur Uses CCTV Surveillance to Penalise Garbage Dumping
Jaipur Municipal Corporation revives camera-based surveillance, collecting nearly Rs 3 lakh in fines to boost cleanliness for Swachh Survekshan 2025. Commissioner appeals for public cooperation.
Ludhiana Civic Body Approves 115 Resolutions, Key Projects
Ludhiana's Finance Committee approved 115 development works, including chowk redevelopment under the National Clean Air Programme and a revised C&D waste plant cost. Read details.
Bhubaneswar BMC to Charge User Fee for Waste Management
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) introduces a user fee for waste generators. Mayor urges cooperation for a cleaner city. Details on payment and segregation guidelines inside.
UPSC Key: Somnath, Rice Producer, US Interventionism
Essential UPSC insights for Jan 5, 2026: Somnath Temple's 1000-year history, India surpasses China as top rice producer, and implications of US intervention in Venezuela. Master your Prelims and Mains preparation.
Mumbai's Rs 5,548 Cr Waste Crisis: Top 10 Dirtiest City
As Mumbai heads to civic polls, its massive waste management budget fails to curb filth. Explore the challenges, citizen demands, and the road ahead for India's financial capital.
Indore's Clean City Image Shattered by Water Contamination Deaths
A tragic water contamination incident in Indore's Bhagirathpura, claiming 10 lives, questions the city's consistent top rank in Swachh Survekshan. Explore the journey and the gaps.
Gorakhpur's Mega Cleanliness Drive for Swachh Survekshan 2025
Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation launched a massive cleanliness drive involving 1500+ volunteers. 40 acres of land cleared, 1800 kg plastic waste collected. Aiming for top rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26.
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