The Trump administration's expanded travel ban now suspends all adoption visas from 39 nations, including Nigeria and Haiti. Experts call it a major, underreported shift in policy. Read the full list and implications.
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board's crackdown nets 16 tonnes of single-use plastic from 9,248 shops. Fines of ₹12.5 lakh imposed. Enforcement continues statewide.
A Swiss study finds plastic wrap on cucumbers cuts food waste, with environmental benefits outweighing plastic harm. Discover the complex truth behind supermarket packaging.
A major fire destroyed a plastic waste processing unit in Thamarassery, Kozhikode. No injuries reported as 75 workers were off-site. Firefighters battled the blaze for six hours. Read the full report.
ICAR-CMFRI Mangaluru spearheaded Swachhta Pakhwada with campus cleanups, a major Tannirbhavi Beach plastic drive, and a Kisan Diwas event. Learn about their push for sustainability.
A travel vlogger's distressing video reveals Varkala beach in Kerala littered with plastic bottles and waste. He calls the scene 'shameful' and urges action. Read the full story and public reaction here.
A viral video by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan reveals shocking plastic pollution at 13,000 ft during Manimahesh Yatra, sparking outrage. Join the conversation on environmental responsibility.
Burkina Faso and Mali impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US citizens after Trump's expanded ban on 39 countries. 25 African nations are affected, raising concerns for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read the full list here.
A viral video by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan reveals shocking plastic pollution during the Manimahesh Yatra, igniting a debate on tourism's environmental cost in India's fragile mountains.
The Indian government has prohibited the manufacture of painkiller nimesulide, citing safety concerns. Know the details and implications of this major healthcare decision.
Indian kitchenware makers are pushing premium glassware as a healthy, sustainable alternative to plastic. Discover the ₹7,900 crore market's growth, challenges, and if consumers are really buying in.
Odisha govt warns of strict action against those littering picnic spots. Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia directs OSPCB to monitor as state battles air pollution. Read more.
Ooty bans plastic water bottles to fight pollution. New water ATMs run by women's groups offer refills for ₹10. A viral video highlights this sustainable tourism model.
Chas Municipal Corporation's surprise enforcement drive in Bokaro's markets led to hefty fines for shops violating the plastic ban. Read about the crackdown details.
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary discusses her role in Naagin 7, comparisons to Mouni Roy & Tejasswi, and addresses plastic surgery trolling in an exclusive interview.
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary discusses her role in Naagin 7, addresses plastic surgery trolls, and reacts to comparisons with Mouni Roy and Tejasswi Prakash. Read her candid interview.
Ooty tackles plastic waste with water ATMs. Carry your bottle, get warm water for ₹10. Discover how this Nilgiris initiative is making a big impact. #SustainableTravel #Ooty
Dhruv Rathee's video on cosmetic procedures featuring Janhvi Kapoor's image ignited a major controversy, with users linking it to her Bangladesh Hindu post. Rathee issues a sharp clarification.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee clarifies his viral video on Bollywood plastic surgery was not a dig at Janhvi Kapoor's post on Bangladeshi Hindu lynching. He calls the claims 'unrealistic'. Read his full explanation.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee reacts to backlash after his video on Bollywood actresses and plastic surgery. He denies targeting Janhvi Kapoor over her Bangladesh lynching post. Full details inside.
From January 2026, UAE introduces major changes: expanded plastic ban, new tax rules, Friday timings, social media permits & sugar tax. Know the key facts and avoid fines.
A 12-year-old cow in Valpoi, Goa, underwent surgery to remove 48kg of plastic waste, including bags and pipes. The cow survived, but her premature calf died. Vet urges public to stop littering.
In an exclusive chat, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary addresses plastic surgery rumours, comparisons with past Naagins, and reveals details about her Naagin 7 look. Read more.
Goa conducted no inspections for single-use plastic ban from May 2023 to Dec 2025, recovering zero fines despite 45 complaints. CPCB now mandates strict monthly enforcement drives.
Thaaragai Aarathana, 11, performed Bharatanatyam 20 feet underwater to raise awareness about plastic pollution in oceans. Her powerful act went viral.
Kerala's inaugural skin bank at Thiruvananthapuram Govt Medical College Hospital starts processing donated skin for burn victims, a Rs 6.75 crore facility aiming for world-class treatment. Read more.
A Chandigarh court awarded Rs 1.3 lakh compensation to a doctor who needed plastic surgery after a neighbour's dog attack in 2020. The court found the pet owners negligent and in violation of municipal bylaws.
Pune's Mission City Chakra transforms 655+ schools, banning plastic tiffins & bottles. Over 80,000 students adopt sustainable habits, aiming for a zero-waste India. Join the change!
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.
Karnataka cracks down on plastic pollution in Mysuru. A new task force will enforce bans, following raids that seized 26,000 tons of material. Read about the comprehensive action plan.