One-Day Rowing Meet Concludes at Sukhna Lake
A one-day rowing competition at Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake saw over 100 athletes compete. The event, organized by the Chandigarh Rowing Association, featured intense races and celebrated young talent.
A one-day rowing competition at Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake saw over 100 athletes compete. The event, organized by the Chandigarh Rowing Association, featured intense races and celebrated young talent.
Explore the magical morning birdwatching at Goa's Karmali Lake, a misty paradise teeming with kingfishers, herons, and the formidable 'King Croc'. Discover why this man-made lake is a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts.
Delhi launches a massive beautification drive: planting non-thorny flowers, installing 2000 bins, repairing 30 roads, and adding vertical gardens. Key areas include South Ex, GK, and Old Delhi. Read more!
Chennai's Chitlapakkam Lake inaugurated after 6-year restoration, yet faces sewage, safety & funding woes. Only half of ₹25 crore project complete. Residents demand action.
Sivasagar administration enforces a new one-way traffic rule around historic Borpukhuri Lake to ease congestion during beautification works. Know the designated route and historical significance.
Greater Flamingos and other migratory birds have abandoned Telangana's lakes for 3+ years. Experts blame destructive 'beautification' projects destroying natural habitats. Read the full report.
Jalandhar's Guru Ravidass Chowk is set for a major transformation with a ₹21 lakh beautification project, including new gates and landscaping. Read more about the civic upgrade.
Residents of Guwahati's Rupnagar warn of hazardous roads due to potholes, poor lighting & encroached footpaths. GMC announces a Rs 7.70 crore beautification project for safer mobility. Read details.
Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M inaugurated the city's first clock tower in Sector 128. The 25-foot structure, built at Rs 30 lakh, aims to beautify the area. A second, 75-foot tower near GIP Mall is set to open on Jan 24. Explore the new landmarks.
Harprasad Raikwar, 62, clung to a pillar in Lakha Banjara Lake for hours after falling from an elevated corridor. Rescued at dawn, police probe his claim of being pushed. Read the harrowing survival story.
Scrutiny for Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections rejects 80 nominations, altering ward-level strategies. BJP-Shinde Sena alliance sees zero rejections. Details on zone-wise impact and political fallout inside.
Despite fines and weekly removal drives, Madurai grapples with posters defacing public spaces. Officials collected ₹19,000, but new ads appear overnight. Can murals and vertical gardens offer a solution?
Despite weekly clean-ups and fines, Madurai struggles with illegal posters on flyovers and public walls. Officials turn to murals and vertical gardens for a solution. Read more.
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.
Delhi Development Authority launches a Rs 1.1 crore bioremediation project to clean Bhalswa Lake, aiming to eliminate foul odour, reduce algae, and improve water quality for local residents. Bids due by Jan 2.
CM Nayab Singh Saini's committee approves two major projects for Panchkula: a new 3-lane Ghaggar bridge and beautification of two water channels. Read how this will ease traffic and transform the city's landscape.
West Bengal PWD gets Nabanna's approval to repair Salt Lake Stadium, damaged during Messi's visit. Committee investigates, restoration to start in January. Read details.
Hyderabad's HYDRA agency removed 5 acres of illegal parking encroachments from Durgam Cheruvu lake, reclaiming land generating Rs 50 lakh monthly rent. Action follows complaints about the lake's shrinking area.
Despite over Rs 1,200 crore spent in 20 years, Hyderabad's iconic Hussainsagar lake remains choked with sewage and industrial waste. Residents suffer health issues as pollution levels hit dangerous lows. Read the full investigation.
Rohtak's civic body launches a Rs 4.5 crore beautification drive for 7 key roundabouts and introduces night-time mechanical road sweeping to enhance city cleanliness and aesthetics.
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation launches major greening initiative, planting 550 bougainvillea saplings and targeting 10,000 trees to reduce pollution and enhance city beauty. Read more.
Residents of Chennai's Kalakshetra colony transformed a neglected, dirty park wall into a vibrant art display promoting civic responsibility. Read how community action made a difference.
Khagaria Nagar Parishad floats tender for a Rs 9.50 crore renovation of Rajendra Sarovar. The project aims to restore the park's glory with new amenities by March 2028. Read more.
Rayanal Lake in Hubballi's Ward 32 is severely contaminated by sewage, causing a foul stench and health risks. Residents urge authorities for a development plan. Officials promise a DPR soon.
Madhavaram Lake in Chennai will become the city's first restored waterbody to offer jet ski rides and boating from Pongal. The Rs 11.56 crore project aims to create a leisure hub for North Chennai.
Madhavaram Lake in North Chennai is set to open as a major leisure hub with jet ski and boating facilities after a Rs 4.56 crore restoration. A new attraction for Pongal holidays!
A JCB's entry into Vidyaranyapura Lake for alleged BWSSB work sparks confusion among Bengaluru citizens about which body is in charge of lake supervision and conservation efforts.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation initiates major green patch development and beautification work at 24 locations to enhance city aesthetics and environmental balance before the New Year.
Nagpur's densely populated Prabhag 5 grapples with sewerage, water, and road issues. As civic polls near, BJP's dominance faces a challenge from Congress and allies. Read about the key issues and political dynamics.