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.
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd awards a massive Rs 1,052 crore C&D waste contract to a single agency, raising concerns over enforcement and monitoring capacity. Read the full story.
Greater Chennai Corporation cancels tender for privatizing waste management in zones 4 & 8 after finding gaps in bids. Residents urge GCC to proceed with outsourcing for better services.
A 17-year-old boy was murdered at Rajmata Jijau Oxygen Park in Pune's Chandan Nagar. Police have arrested five and detained a minor. Details on the dispute and investigation inside.
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.
Public parks across Ludhiana's Ward 61 are in a state of disrepair, with broken grills and walls creating safety risks, especially for children. Residents demand urgent action from municipal authorities.
The National Park Service faces backlash for removing MLK Day and Juneteenth from 2026 free-entry days, adding Flag Day which coincides with Donald Trump's birthday. Details on the new 'America-first' fees inside.
Trichy Corporation delays Panjapur park development until after ₹236 crore vegetable market is built, despite HC order. Environmentalists raise concerns over tree loss.
Odisha's new Pharma & Medtech Policy 2025 aims to make the state a strategic hub for healthcare manufacturing. The policy includes plans for dedicated industrial parks and a roadmap aligned with India's 2047 vision. Read more.
Mangaluru district administration plans a low-cost revival of the defunct Rs 5 crore musical fountain at Old Deer Park. A final decision is expected within three months.
Despite orders from rights commissions, waste dumping near Beemapally Nursery School in Thiruvananthapuram continues, posing severe health risks to children. Locals threaten protest. Read more.
Pune Cantonment Board resumes waste collection at Clover Centre after a 20-day standoff over segregation norms and charges. The pile-up had become a major health hazard in the busy Camp area.
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.
Explore the magic of Bengaluru's Cubbon Park beyond its rides. A guided walk reveals 8,800 trees, each with a story, from leaning Cook Pines to invasive African Tulips. Discover the city's green lung.
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.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation formalizes partnership with Safai Saathis, distributes sanitation kits. Mayor and Commissioner praise their role in keeping the City Beautiful clean. Read more.
Coimbatore Corporation requests 200 vehicles and 3000 more sanitation staff to replace pushcarts and tackle severe manpower shortage. Can the city clean up its act? Read more.
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 two-week garbage standoff at Pune's Clover Centre over waste segregation and alleged extra charges raises serious health and fire hazards. Read the full story.
Udhagamandalam launches a dedicated pet park within the Arboretum premises. Built at a cost of ₹40 lakh, it features play areas, water stations, and training zones for dogs. Read more about the new facility.
All 24 parks in New Town, Kolkata, are set for a major facelift. NKDA addresses mosquito breeding, installs fountains, repairs furniture, and improves lighting after resident feedback.
Over 50 students visited Raipur's integrated solid waste management plant in Sakri. The educational tour, organised by RMC, provided insights into scientific waste processing and urban sanitation systems.
Bengaluru's innovative textile recycling program transforms waste into wealth, creating jobs for waste-pickers while addressing India's 7 million tonne textile waste problem. Discover how this circular economy model works.
Noida's innovative Jungle Trail Park opens Monday, featuring 700+ animal sculptures from 500 tonnes of iron scrap. Experience this unique waste-to-art attraction at Rs 120 entry fee. Visit now!
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.
Ludhiana civic body struggles to hire contractors for door-to-door garbage collection despite 4 attempts. City faces mounting waste management challenges affecting 425,000 properties.
Planning a family trip to amusement parks? Discover 7 crucial safety tips to ensure your weekend getaway remains fun and accident-free. Protect your kids with expert advice.
Nagpur faces severe construction waste management crisis with ₹1.58 crore fines collected. Learn how improper debris disposal affects citizens and what NMC is doing.
Nature photographer Valter Binotto captures rare ELVE phenomenon - a glowing red ring in Italy's sky. Learn about this lightning-triggered atmospheric wonder that lasts just 0.001 seconds!
Pune Municipal Corporation's ambitious Vishwa 2025 waste management initiative faces resident complaints in Vimannagar pilot. Read about the operational challenges and integration issues with SWaCH workers.