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Mangaluru's ICAR-CMFRI Drives Cleanliness & Awareness Drive
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.
Delhi Adopts Eco-Friendly Tech to Treat Yamuna-Bound Drains
Delhi govt will use rock filters & aquatic plants to treat polluted water in 4 drains before it enters Yamuna. NMCG-approved NbS initiative is a cost-effective, sustainable step for river rejuvenation.
Ramesh: SC Must Stop Retrospective Environmental Approvals
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh demands Supreme Court action against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them a mockery of governance. Details on the Sariska boundary revision case.
Nagpur's Nawab Kua Well Cleanup Reveals Motorcycle, Debris
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's cleanup of the historic Nawab Kua well uncovers a motorcycle, bricks, and iron beams buried in sludge. The restoration aims to revive a lost water source for the city. Read about the plans and challenges.
NMCG greenlights river rejuvenation and conservation projects
NMCG approves master plan for Gomti's origin, protects sandbar-nesting birds, and uses nature-based solutions for Delhi's Yamuna drains. A major push for river rejuvenation.
Vishwamitri River Cleanup: 16 MLD Sewage Remains
Vadodara's Vishwamitri river sees improved water quality, but 16 million litres of sewage still flow daily. VMC's Rs 195 crore project shows progress. Read about the ongoing cleanup efforts.
Court Sets 2-Month Deadline for Bhopal Toxic Ash Disposal
Madhya Pradesh High Court suspends order blocking disposal of 800 MT toxic ash from Union Carbide plant. Govt directed to complete process in two months. Key developments explained.
One Year of Buddha Dariya Cleanup Shows Major Progress
Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Singh Seechewal's year-long drive cleans Buddha Dariya, reducing TDS from 2000 to 160. The campaign now moves into city areas. Read about the challenges and achievements.
Mumbai's Rs 2,000 Crore Mega-Plan to Clean Mithi River
Mumbai launches its most ambitious Mithi river cleanup yet: a 6.6-km underground sewage tunnel and tidal overhaul costing over Rs 2,000 crore. Will this finally revive the long-polluted river? Read the full analysis.
Mumbai's Rs 2,100 Cr Push to Clean Mithi River
Mumbai's ambitious Rs 2,100 crore project, featuring a 6.6km diversion tunnel and tidal-stretch overhaul, aims to trap 60% of Mithi's sewage. Success depends on encroachment removal and a new treatment plant. Will this be the river's final chance?
Punjab tops North India in MGNREGS fake job card removal
Punjab accounts for 82% of MGNREGS job cards cancelled in North India over six years. Get the full data on the nationwide drive to weed out ineligible beneficiaries.
Himalayan Flood Debris 'Nearly Impossible' to Remove, Say Experts
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
Jaipur's Tourist Spots Cleared of Encroachments by JMC
Jaipur Municipal Corporation's vigilance team removed illegal encroachments from Badi Chaupad, Tripolia Bazar & other crowded areas. Fines imposed, materials seized. More drives planned.
Anupam Kher loses 9 lakh followers on X
Veteran actor Anupam Kher's X account saw a staggering loss of 900,000 followers. Discover the reasons behind this social media purge and its implications.
S Korea's Lee: Martial Law Cleanup Not Complete
South Korea's opposition leader Lee Jae-myung declares the nation's 'cleanup' from its authoritarian past remains incomplete, urging continued efforts for democracy. Read the full analysis.
Kolkata North Leads in Deceased Voters as SIR Drive Nears End
Kolkata North Lok Sabha constituency has the highest percentage of dead voters at 6.9%, as per Election Commission data. Over 22 lakh deceased voters identified statewide. Details inside.
Gujarat police portal cleans up bizarre profession list
Gujarat home department orders immediate cleanup of police citizen portal after TOI report highlights outdated categories like beggar and juggler. All such entries removed by Tuesday.
Activists oppose landfill eco clearance exemption
Environmental activists protest draft notification removing environmental clearance requirements for landfills. Learn how this affects waste management and public health in India.
SC Ruling on Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Sparks Outrage
Supreme Court's reversal on post-facto environmental approvals threatens constitutional right to healthy environment. Experts warn this decision could worsen India's pollution crisis.
London's £30k Paan Spit Cleanup Sparks Row
Brent Council spends £30,000 annually cleaning paan stains as Tommy Robinson's 'third-world' remarks ignite social media firestorm. Discover the health risks and cleanup challenges.
Booth-Level Officers Protest Electoral Roll Revision
Booth-level officers face immense pressure during Election Commission's special revision of electoral rolls. Multiple states report protests, FIRs, and even deaths amid political controversy.
Kalyan-Dombivli Turns Garbage Points into Green Spaces
Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation launches beautification drive to convert garbage dumping spots into attractive green spaces with rangoli and murals. Citizens urged to use ghantagadi services.
India-Norway Pact Cuts EPD Certification Cost by 70%
Pune's Greenex partners with Norway's EPD Global to help Indian manufacturers, especially MSMEs, get Environmental Product Declarations. This strategic move cuts certification costs and boosts global market competitiveness.
Costly Reversal on Green Governance: SC Ruling
Supreme Court's retrospective project clearances dilute environmental jurisprudence and may incentivise violations. Read how this decision impacts India's green future.
SC Vanashakti Recall: No Win for Retrospective EC
Supreme Court recalls Vanashakti judgment but maintains environmental protection principles. Prior Environmental Clearance remains crucial as ecological damage is irreversible. Industry celebrations premature.
Karnataka CM Announces 5 Green Awards for Environmentalists
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces five new environmental awards to recognize conservation efforts. Four Karnataka cities face pollution challenges.
SC recalls ban on retrospective environmental clearances
Supreme Court recalls May 16 verdict barring ex post facto environmental clearances in 2-1 split decision. Majority cites Rs 20,000 crore public resources at stake while dissenting judge calls it environmental retrogression.
SC Rejects Ex Post Facto Environmental Clearances
Supreme Court recalls May verdict, says ex post facto environmental clearances violate law. Case referred to new bench for fresh consideration. Read the full story.
Justice Bhuyan dissents on retrospective green clearances
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan delivers sharp dissent against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them 'anathema' to environmental law. Read the full analysis.
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