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.
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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.
BCB Wants ICC to Move T20 WC Games from India
Bangladesh Cricket Board urges ICC to relocate its T20 World Cup matches from India following Mustafizur Rahman's IPL release. Details on the security concerns and BCB's formal request.
BCB May Ask ICC to Move T20 WC Matches to Sri Lanka
Bangladesh Cricket Board considers approaching ICC to relocate T20 World Cup matches to Sri Lanka after Mustafizur Rahman's early IPL release sparks scheduling clash. Details inside.
Rohtak to Remove 100 Garbage Dumping Points
Rohtak Municipal Corporation launches a major sanitation drive, eliminating 100 garbage dumping points to improve public health and hygiene. Learn about the new door-to-door collection system.
PMC's Jan 31 Deadline for Major Drain Desilting in Patna
Patna Municipal Corporation deploys special teams for city-wide drain cleaning before monsoon. Target completion is Jan 31, 2025. Read about the multi-layer strategy.
Patna's Cleanliness Drive: PMC's Own HQ in Shambles
As Patna aims for a top 10 rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, its own civic headquarters faces neglect with broken lifts, foul washrooms, and tobacco stains, raising serious questions about its preparedness.
January Horoscope: 3 Zodiac Signs to Face Challenges
January 2024 brings a mixed bag for zodiac signs. While some will see prosperity, Cancer, Gemini, and Scorpio may face significant personal, career, and health challenges. Find out what the stars predict and how to navigate this period.
Indore Water Tragedy Exposes Deep Urban Governance Crisis
The Indore water contamination tragedy, killing 8, reveals systemic failure in municipal governance & aging infrastructure. India's rapid urbanization demands urgent reform. Read more.
Yamunanagar's Push for Swachh Survekshan Top Rank
Yamunanagar launches a comprehensive sanitation drive to secure the number one position in Swachh Survekshan 2024. Learn about the key initiatives and public participation plans.
Ranchi Forms 10 Teams for Garbage-Free City Push
Ranchi Municipal Corporation launches a major cleanliness drive with 10 teams across 53 wards. The plan targets waste segregation, daily cleaning, and plastic bans to ace the upcoming Swachh Survekshan survey.
UPSC IFS Prelims 2024 Exam Scheduled for May 26
The UPSC has announced the Indian Forest Service Preliminary Examination 2024 date as May 26. Check the official notification, application dates, and exam pattern details here.
Chennai to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes more waste at Perungudi
Chennai Corporation floats new tender to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Perungudi dumpyard. The project, costing ₹53.60 crore, aims to reclaim land and process remaining waste. Read the latest updates.
Bhopal Adopts Cow Dung Paint for City Beautification
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.
Guwahati GMC's Rs 132 Cr Plan to Combat Urban Flooding
Guwahati Municipal Corporation announces a major drive to de-silt 549 drains by March, plans Rs 132 crore for infrastructure, and offers tax rebates for eco-friendly practices. Read more.
Lucknow LMC Clears Encroachments to Ease Traffic
Lucknow Municipal Corporation, led by Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, launched a major anti-encroachment drive in Kaiserbagh and Lalbagh to tackle traffic congestion. Officials warn of strict action against repeat offenders. Read more.
AFCON 2024: Tanzania, Tunisia advance; Angola eliminated
Tanzania clinched a dramatic last-16 spot in AFCON 2024, drawing 1-1 with Tunisia to eliminate Angola on goal-scoring tiebreaker. Nigeria beat Uganda 3-1. Read the full match report.
Shaheen Afridi out of BBL with knee injury, returns to Pakistan
Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi leaves Brisbane Heat due to a knee injury. PCB calls him back for rehab ahead of the crucial ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Read details.
Ludhiana's Transport Hub Faces Major Infrastructure Crisis
Ludhiana's Transport Nagar, North India's second-largest transport hub, grapples with broken roads, sewage failure, garbage piles, and rising robberies. Transporters demand urgent action from authorities.
Ludhiana Waste Crisis: City Ranked 2nd Dirtiest in India
Ludhiana's solid waste management collapses, leaving 20 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste. City ranks 2nd dirtiest in Swachhta Survekshan. Read about the health and environmental fallout.
Thiruvananthapuram Plans 10 Mobile Toilets for Hygiene
Thiruvananthapuram civic body seeks Rs 5 crore for 10 mobile toilet units to address public sanitation shortage and poor hygiene, following a zero cleanliness score in Swachh Survekshan 2023.
Gurgaon MCG's Rs 470 Crore Road Sweeping Proposal
MCG Gurgaon submits a revised Rs 470 crore plan for mechanised and manual road sweeping, zone-wise. Plan aims to boost Swachh Bharat Mission and city sanitation. Read details.
Ludhiana MC to bring 100 villages within city limits
Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation approved a major expansion to include 100 villages, renamed landmarks, and addressed civic staffing in its first meeting in 7 months. Read the full details.
HDMC's Indore trip amid funds crunch sparks controversy
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.
Exam Mentor NewsBytes: JEE, NEET, CUET & Board Exam Updates
Get the latest updates on JEE Main 2024, NEET UG 2024, CUET UG 2024, and board exam results. Essential news for students preparing for competitive and academic exams in India.
Mangaluru MRF Project Sparks Resident Concerns
Someshwara Municipality plans a Material Recovery Facility in Bagambila. Residents fear health hazards, but officials assure safe, scientific waste management under Swachh Bharat Mission. Read more.
Bhubaneswar eyes better rank in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26
Bhubaneswar gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, focusing on citizen feedback and new infrastructure. Mayor Sulochana Das outlines plans for improved solid waste management. Read more.
Exam Mentor NewsBytes: Key Updates for CUET, JEE, NEET
Get the latest updates on CUET UG 2024, JEE Main 2024, NEET UG 2024, and other major exams. Essential news for students preparing for competitive and board exams in India.
Lucknow's 16 Model Wards Set Cleanliness Benchmark
Ahead of the Swachh Bharat rankings, Lucknow Municipal Corporation nominates 16 model wards to set new standards in waste management and civic upkeep. Municipal Commissioner outlines the plan for 100% waste collection.
Blinkit fined Rs 1 lakh for waste violations in Noida
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.
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