Over 100 lakes in Ahmedabad remain contaminated with sewage water due to failed stormwater lines and illegal drainage connections. The AMC's bioremediation plan faces delays as authorities focus on disconnecting illegal sources.
UP Tourism Department imposes Rs 5,000 fine on Alaknanda luxury cruise operators for discharging untreated sewage into the Ganga. UPPCB investigates for potential Rs 2 lakh penalty.
District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar directs environment officials to map polluting sources entering Hindon River and submit weekly reports. He also orders removal of encroachments in flood-prone areas.
Nearly a year after a 3.4 crore restoration plan, Putheri lake in Chennai remains plagued by sewage inflow, encroachments, and dumping. Partial work completed, but health concerns grow.
Thiruvananthapuram's plan to install 5 sewage plants in Rajaji Nagar hits a roadblock as KSPCB demands stricter BOD norms below 10mg/l, stalling the Rs 6 crore project aimed at cleaning Amayizhanjan canal.
Ahead of Pune's civic polls, voters demand action on sewage treatment and river cleanup for Mula, Mutha, and Pawana. Citizens reject promises, seek concrete plans.
Bihar's water quality improves as 18 sewage plants cut Ganga pollution. BSPCB reports progress on arsenic, fluoride. Read the full update on river and groundwater recovery.
NGT refuses UP's plea for more time on sewage plants, cites worsening pollution. State secretary must appear at next hearing. Key facts and data inside.
BDA President Satish Mallya and expert T Mahesh call for a uniform sewage policy, warning that standalone apartment STPs are insufficient for Bengaluru's drainage crisis. Read more.
Bhopal's vital Upper Lake, a Ramsar site, faces severe pollution from sewage & encroachments. NGT expresses displeasure at civic inaction despite repeated orders. Activists fight for its survival.
The National Green Tribunal has identified critical waste management failures in Delhi, directing authorities to submit fresh action-taken reports on Yamuna pollution by July 31. Read the full story.
Greater Noida residents face health hazards from stagnant sewage on roads and parks. NGT orders action, but little progress seen. Read about the ongoing civic crisis.
A viral video by YouTuber 'WhiteLotusChris' highlights severe pollution in Guwahati's Bharalu river, sparking outrage. Residents blame civic neglect and lack of sewage treatment. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh deploys LiDAR & drone tech for Ganga rejuvenation, creating a live GIS dashboard for 24/7 pollution monitoring. A step towards cleaner rivers. #CleanGanga
Kerala Water Authority's plan for a 55 MLD sewage treatment plant in Elamkulam hits a roadblock as the Pollution Control Board denies permission citing proximity to residential areas. The city's wastewater crisis deepens.
Noida Authority greenlights a multi-phase project to intercept and treat sewage from city drains flowing into the Yamuna. The plan, mandated by NGT, includes new STPs and bioremediation, with completion targeted for 2028. Read the full story.
Haryana police will file FIRs and issue challans against tankers dumping sewage in open areas and drains in Gurgaon and Jhajjar, threatening the Yamuna. Key agencies ordered strict compliance.
PAC exposes gross failure of sewage plants in Ludhiana, discharging toxic waste into Satluj River. An environmental emergency threatens public health and biodiversity. Urgent action needed.
A viral video shows untreated water entering Uttarakhand's Khoh river, raising contamination fears. Officials promise action as SPECS data reveals a decades-old sewage crisis in Doon valley.
Bhagirathpura deaths expose years of ignored warnings on Indore's contaminated groundwater. A 2016 PCB report found faecal pollution in 59 locations. Read why action failed.
Shocking TGPCB report reveals none of Hyderabad's 185 designated lakes meet water quality norms. Low oxygen, high pollution, and heavy metals threaten ecology and public health. Read the full investigation.
Gandhinagar's new sewage treatment plant faces a 6-month delay as Jaspur overflows. The Rs 189.58 crore project's tender saw 10 amendments, raising health and environmental concerns. Read more.
Untreated sewage discharge into Panchkula's Ghaggar river triggers alarm. Fears of drinking water contamination rise as repair work continues. Authorities face negligence charges.
UPPCB report reveals Gomti River water in Lucknow is unsafe, with critically low oxygen levels. Experts blame untreated sewage. Discover the alarming details and expert analysis.
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh reviews Magh Mela 2026 preparations, stressing zero negligence in sanitation and pollution control. Key directives issued for sewage, waste management, and strict monitoring.
Southern Railway begins using 6 million litres daily of recycled sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, a major step for urban water sustainability. Read how it works.
Two years after a Telangana High Court order, untreated sewage continues to flow into Hyderabad's Durgam Cheruvu, causing severe pollution and health hazards. Locals demand action.
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.
Residents in Noida sectors grapple with blocked sewers and overflowing wastewater, causing waterlogged parks and health risks. Authorities face flak for inaction. Read more.