Trichy Corporation's smoke-free Bhogi initiative successfully collected 15 metric tons of waste across all five zones, preventing traditional burning during the festival. The drive involved 10 trucks and collection points.
KMC presents integrated waste management plan to recycle all Kolkata waste. WBPCB demands detailed report, warns of wetland act violations. Project includes multiple processing units at Dhapa expansion.
The Surat International Textile and Machinery Expo 2026 saw massive turnout with over 39,000 buyers. The event showcased 200 machines from 100 brands and expects to generate ₹850 crore in investments.
Trichy corporation initiates a drive to collect household discards for recycling, preventing bonfire burning during Bhogi. The move aims to protect air quality and promote eco-friendly waste disposal.
Bengaluru civic body launches Phase 2 biomining to clear decades-old waste at Mandur dump, processing over 9 lakh tonnes, recovering resources and reducing environmental hazards. Read more.
Despite govt rules, Bengaluru's bulk waste generators continue using unauthorised collectors, undermining waste management. BSWML seeks strict enforcement and penalties to ensure compliance.
Gurgaon's MCM processed 1.1 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, reclaiming five acres in IMT Manesar and Garhi. Officials urge public cooperation for waste segregation to prevent new dumps.
Madhya Pradesh CM Dr. Yadav champions textiles as key job creator, receives Union Minister's praise for PM MITRA Park progress. MP proposes to host next national conference.
Karnal's waste-to-energy plant grapples with 1.82 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, raising serious environmental and health concerns. Learn about the city's waste management challenges and the urgent need for action.
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita unveils strategic roadmap at Guwahati conclave to position India as a global textile hub, focusing on sustainability and innovation. Read the full plan.
Punjab & Haryana High Court strikes down decades-old cess on textile processors, rules dyeing isn't 'manufacture'. Major relief for units in long legal battle. Read the full judgment details.
Citi's Sector General warns of rising pessimism in India's textile sector as US proposes steep tariff hikes. Key apparel exports face a 25% duty threat. Read the full analysis.
MCG Gurgaon awards 6-month, Rs 9.6 crore work orders for doorstep waste collection, highlighting continued reliance on temporary fixes. 400 vehicles to be deployed across four zones from Friday.
MCG Gurgaon awards Rs 9.6 crore, 6-month contracts to 4 firms for doorstep waste collection, a temporary fix as a Rs 327 crore 5-year plan awaits state approval. 400 vehicles deployed.
Avro India announces a major expansion, doubling its plastic recycling capacity to 24,000 tonnes annually by March 2025. This investment supports India's sustainability goals.
Goa Energy Development Agency hands over a biogas plant to Bicholim Municipal Council. The pilot project processes 1-50kg kitchen waste daily, producing biogas and manure. Read how this supports Goa's zero-waste vision.
Surat gears up for SITME 2026, a major textile expo from Jan 9. See live demos of Zardosi embroidery machines and new nylon thread tech. Register now!
Amritsar's Bhagtanwala dump gets new machinery to double waste processing capacity to 600 TPD, tackling legacy waste and improving city cleanliness. Read about the civic upgrade.
While Mumbai & Delhi grab headlines, Surat is India's fashion engine. It produces 30 million meters of fabric daily & processes 90% of world's diamonds. Discover the city democratizing style.
Greater Chennai Corporation launches door-to-door bulk waste collection in March to tackle illegal dumping. Private contractors will manage zones. Book via Namma Chennai app or WhatsApp.
A political dispute erupts in Kochi Corporation over a sharp hike in biomedical waste collection fees from households. Opposition alleges private agency now charges Rs 45/kg, up from subsidized Rs 12/kg. Read the full story.
Rajkot Municipal Corporation starts a doorstep e-waste pickup service. Citizens can now sell old mobiles, laptops & appliances for cash, ensuring safe recycling. Book your pickup today!
India ITME Society recognized outstanding contributions to the textile engineering sector at the ITME Technical Awards 2025. Discover the winners and their innovations.
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces slab-wise monthly user charges for door-to-door waste collection and fines for violations. New rules mandate waste segregation at source.
Greater Chennai Corporation's 12-week door-to-door drive collects over 582 tonnes of bulky waste like sofas & mattresses. Learn how residents can schedule pickup for proper disposal.
A year after privatisation, Tambaram's waste management fails as non-functional vehicles lead to open dumping, raising health risks. Councillors demand urgent action.
Over 125 traders from Ahmedabad's historic New Cloth Market plan a new base in Piplaj near processing units. Citing traffic woes, the move aims to streamline logistics for the massive cotton fabric trade. Read more.
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
Greater Chennai Corporation will re-tender privatized waste management for Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones by February, with an expanded scope including bulk and hazardous waste. Read details.
Goa is set to implement a Deposit Refund Scheme (DRS) next year to tackle solid waste from tourism. Consumers will pay a small deposit on packaged goods, refundable upon return. Learn how this will transform waste management.