Kurseong's non-biodegradable waste is building a 4.42 km road to Noldara village. Using 1,846.56 kg of plastic pellets, this GTA first boosts infrastructure and fights pollution. Discover the sustainable model.
Star hotels, malls & gated communities in Chennai illegally dump over 100 tonnes of waste daily in GCC bins, causing overflow & straining resources. Authorities lack surveillance to track violators.
Religious leaders in Mangaluru resolve to end open dumping via awareness. They plan campaigns from institutions, SWM at religious centres, and a strict plastic ban. Read more.
Noida Authority imposes a Rs 5 lakh penalty on Blinkit's cloud kitchen for flouting solid waste management rules and using banned plastic. Details on the inspection and wider crackdown inside.
Punjab govt reports 12 urban bodies struggling with solid waste processing. Chief Secretary seeks 3 months to bridge the gap. NGT monitors compliance with 2016 rules.
Indore Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 2 crore Waste Cloth Processing Plant at Devguradia Trenching Ground. The PPP project will convert textile waste into reusable yarn, generating monthly revenue and boosting the city's 'Waste to Wealth' model. Read
Two separate fires broke out in Gurgaon on Tuesday morning—one at a plastic waste processing site and another at a tyre warehouse. Thick toxic smoke hampered operations, but no casualties were reported. Read the full details.
The Centre announces the Clean Himalayan Cities Initiative to provide financial and technical aid to hill states battling massive plastic waste from tourism. The plan targets visible improvements by early 2026.
The entrance to Hubballi city on Kusugal Road, a key national highway, is now an open waste dumping ground. Residents blame HDMC's negligence for the growing pile of domestic and construction debris, spoiling the city's aesthetic appeal.
A static waste compactor in Ludhiana's Books Market remains unused for over two years due to low-hanging electricity wires, exposing poor planning and crippling city waste management. Read the full report.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation enhances city sanitation by deploying 30 new mini tippers for efficient door-to-door waste collection. Learn how this initiative aims to improve cleanliness and public health.
A massive fire broke out at a cattle feed plant in Ludhiana's Dhandari Kalan area, requiring 20 fire tenders. No casualties reported, but the factory is severely damaged. Read the full report.
NGT takes action against Punjab authorities for major waste handling violations in Sangrur. PPCB ordered to inspect sites and report by Feb 26, 2026. Read the full story.
A fire caused by a short circuit engulfed an embroidery unit in Mumbai's Lower Parel. While most employees escaped, one was rescued from a bathroom by the fire brigade. Read the full details of the incident and response.
GMCH-32 faces penalty for ignoring solid waste rules, while Panjab University moves to comply. 17 of 19 bulk waste generators now process waste properly. Read the latest.
A fire erupted in a Khajrana, Indore warehouse storing wedding procession materials. Firefighters contained the blaze; no casualties. Investigation ongoing.
A fire at a homeless shelter in Delhi's Vasant Vihar killed one person. Investigators suspect a short circuit. Read the full details and the tragic sequence of events.
Gurgaon's civic body, MCG, has initiated a fresh six-month contract for door-to-door waste collection starting Jan 2026, costing over Rs 12 Cr. This marks over 18 months of temporary fixes as a long-term solution remains delayed. Residents express frustra
A major fire engulfed a tourist bus near Delhi's Kashmiri Gate ISBT. All 15 passengers had a miraculous escape. Read details of the incident and the swift response.
A deadly fire at a Delhi govt shelter in Vasant Vihar claimed two lives. Five rescued. Case registered under BNS. Details on the tragedy and response inside.
A mysterious fire destroyed four vehicles belonging to a BJP worker in Chirayinkeezhu. Police probe possible political links after a similar incident at his niece's house. Read the full report.
A fire broke out at a labour camp in Hyderabad's Jawahar Nagar, destroying 15 makeshift huts. All workers were safe at a construction site. Details on the cause and response inside.
A major fire broke out at a garment shop in Gorakhpur's Golghar area on Sunday morning. Firefighters battled for hours to control the blaze. No injuries were reported.
The deadly Hong Kong fire forces a hard look at NCR's firefighting capabilities. With ladders reaching only 42m against 300m towers, residents are at risk. Read about the urgent upgrades needed.
Hong Kong police release shocking images after a massive fire claims 39 lives in Kowloon's New Lucky House, marking the city's deadliest blaze since 1949. Read the full details.
Tragic fire in Delhi's Tigri Extension claims 4 lives including building owner Satender who saved his wife and children. Details on the incident and investigation.
Massive fire erupts at plastic recycling godown in Jhansi's Rai Vihar Colony. 12 fire tenders, including Army units, control blaze. No casualties reported. Read full details.
A devastating fire in Sangam Vihar's Tigri Extension-1 gutted a four-storey building, claiming four lives including owner Satender Gupta. Read the full story of the tragedy and the rescue efforts.
Four people killed in massive fire at Sangam Vihar building. No fire safety arrangements, narrow exits led to tragedy. Read full investigation details.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation will completely stop dumping garbage at Bhandewadi yard from January 2024 with new waste processing plants. Learn how the city aims for 100% scientific waste disposal.