Bombay HC: No OC Without Sewage Plants, Blacklist Builders
The Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra civic bodies to withhold occupancy certificates from buildings lacking proper sewage treatment plants and to blacklist errant developers.
The Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra civic bodies to withhold occupancy certificates from buildings lacking proper sewage treatment plants and to blacklist errant developers.
Jal Nigam plans four new sewage treatment plants with 342 MLD capacity to intercept untreated waste from major drains flowing into Gomti River.
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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.
Residents in Kolhapur oppose a sewage treatment plant location, citing health risks. They also highlight traffic, garbage, and poor roads as key election issues.
Noida Authority has not provided a comprehensive plan to utilize all treated wastewater as directed by NGT. Only 33% of treated sewage is currently reused, with the rest discharged into drains.
Uttar Pradesh launches four major sewage treatment plants in Agra, Varanasi & Unnao under Namami Gange. 74 STPs approved, 41 completed. Details on capacity, cost & beneficiaries.
Noida Authority admits only 86 MLD of 260 MLD treated sewage is reused. The rest flows into drains. NGT unimpressed with future plans. Next hearing on Feb 5.
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.
South Goa's water woes to end as a new Rs 370 crore treatment plant using Canadian filter technology begins trials in April, boosting supply by 95MLD. Read how this will benefit the region.
Dhubri Municipal Board's 4-year development drive brings an urban forest on railway land, a new sewage treatment plant, renovated parks, and a unique wall magazine. Discover the town's transformation!
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.
IPSCDL clarifies water near manholes is part of routine maintenance, not sewage overflow. No risk to Panaji's water supply, says official. Smart City Mission work continues.
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.
Kochi's crucial 190 MLD water treatment plant faces tender delays as KWA awaits fresh administrative sanction from the Kerala government. Details inside.
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.
Haryana ULB department flags serious concerns over Gurgaon's sewage treatment capacity and illegal sewer-drain links. MCG ordered to assess and rectify issues immediately.
A novel gravity-based sewage treatment plant (STP) capable of treating 10,000 litres per day was launched in Bengaluru. This four-stage system offers a sustainable solution but requires significant space. Read more about this innovation.
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
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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.
Residents of Kausalya Vihar in Jaipur fear being cut off as JDA plans a boundary wall for an STP and commercial projects, blocking their only access road. Read about their health and access concerns.
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.