MCD postpones Okhla waste-to-energy plant expansion proposal
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.
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Mohali MC earns Rs 1.55 cr from coconut water site auction
Mohali Municipal Corporation generates Rs 1.55 crore revenue by auctioning 27 coconut water vending sites. The highest bid was Rs 12 lakh near Phase 11 gurdwara. Read about the new regulations.
Chandigarh MC's Anti-Encroachment Drive: 92 Challans Issued
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's Sunday drive removed illegal vendors from footpaths in Sector 15, 41, 22 & Manimajra. 92 challans issued. Officials warn of regular action to decongest areas. Read more.
Rubina Dilaik Stunned by Japan's Hot Coffee Vending Machine
TV stars Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla were thrilled to find hot black coffee in a Japanese vending machine. The couple shares their travel bliss from Japan. Read more!
Madras HC to inspect Marina Beach over vending, Blue Flag plan
Madras High Court judges will inspect Chennai's Marina Beach on December 22 to assess vending regulations and Blue Flag Scheme plans. Key officials must be present.
Stone-Age Tools Found in Virudhunagar by Madras Uni Student
A University of Madras student unearthed 50+ stone-age quartz tools in Mallankinaru, hinting at a prehistoric hub. This first evidence in the Gundar basin could reshape Tamil Nadu's ancient history. Read more.
UP to develop historic Lucknow gurdwara for tourism
Uttar Pradesh plans to upgrade facilities around the historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow, home to rare Sikh relics, as part of its religious tourism push. Rs 2 crore released.
VMC Pauses Coercive Action on Temples After Seers' Protest
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
New Market traders seek CM's help against hawker encroachment
Kolkata's New Market traders appeal to CM Mamata Banerjee to tackle worsening hawker encroachment, citing failed KMC-police drives and lost parking space. Read the full story.
SC to Manimajra Vendors: Vacate Public Spaces in 48 Hours
Supreme Court directs unauthorized vendors in Chandigarh's Manimajra to clear public spaces within 48 hours. Administration must submit compliance report by Thursday. Details inside.
Deputy CM Pravati Parida Reviews Khandagiri-Udayagiri Plan
Odisha Deputy CM Pravati Parida reviewed the comprehensive development plan for Khandagiri and Udayagiri Jain caves. The plan focuses on amenities, accessibility, and urban integration for the ASI-protected heritage sites. Read more.
Bengaluru Street Vendors Face Eviction Despite Protection Law
Thousands of Bengaluru street vendors face eviction without designated zones, despite the 2014 Protection Act. Officials cite obstruction, while vendors plead for livelihood. Read the full report.
Trichy clears 1.2 km of encroachments, creates no-vending zones
Trichy Corporation designates two congested stretches as no-vending zones to ease traffic. Over 500 vendors to be relocated to six new sites in a phased move. Details inside.
ASI Honors First Woman DG Debala Mitra on 100th Birth Anniversary
Archaeologists pay tribute to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman director general, on her 100th birth anniversary. Discover her legacy, including the Diamond Triangle excavations and the golden Buddha casket find.
ASI's First Woman DG Debala Mitra Honoured on Centenary
Archaeologists & historians paid tributes to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman DG, on her 100th birth anniversary. Her work unearthed Odisha's Diamond Triangle & Buddha relics. Read about her legacy.
10 Indian Monuments Built by Historic Dynasties
Explore 10 iconic Indian monuments, from the Taj Mahal to Sanchi Stupa, built by dynasties like the Mughals, Cholas, and Ahoms. Discover their history and architectural brilliance.
Kerala University to set up Centre for Wetland Studies
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.
Chennai's Manjappai bags at half price from Feb
Tamil Nadu's Meendum Manjappai initiative gets a boost as yellow cloth bags will be sold at half price via vending machines in Chennai from February. TNPCB drives eco-friendly shift.
Delhi CM Orders DMRC for Strict Dust Control at Construction Sites
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
Audio Guides Urged for Ajanta-Ellora Caves Amid Guide Crisis
Aurangabad Tourism Development Foundation urges govt to install audio guide systems at heritage sites to tackle guide shortage and improve visitor experience. Read more.
655 Indian Antiquities Retrieved From Foreign Nations Since 1976
India has successfully retrieved 655 antiquities from foreign countries since 1976. The ASI also conserves 3,685 national monuments, enhancing visitor amenities nationwide. Read more on India's heritage recovery efforts.
Gandhi Bazaar footpath encroachments cleared in Bengaluru
Bengaluru civic body removes encroachments from Gandhi Bazaar footpaths, establishes 120 designated vending zones. Commissioner Rajendra Cholan directs vendors to use only allotted areas.
Gujarat's Surprise Food Safety Drive at Tourist Spots
Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi orders weekly surprise checks at hotels & food stalls near tourist & pilgrimage sites. Strict action promised for substandard food. Read more.
Mayawati to No Longer Visit Memorial Sites of Reformers
BSP chief Mayawati announces she will stop visiting memorial sites of social reformers to avoid causing public inconvenience. Read about her statement and the political context.
115 Get Atulya Varso Award for Gujarat Heritage Work
Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi awards 115 individuals for protecting Gujarat's historical sites. He stresses citizen responsibility for cleanliness and preservation of cultural heritage.
Chandigarh TVC Meeting Focuses on Street Vendor Welfare
Chandigarh's Town Vending Committee, chaired by MC Chief Amit Kumar, met to streamline street vending, expedite the Manimajra model zone, and form a grievance panel for vendors.
Chandigarh invites bids for 75 ad sites, eyes Rs 15 crore revenue
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation floats tender for 75 advertisement sites, including 16 high unipoles. The move aims to create a major annual revenue stream of around Rs 15 crore. Read more.
Mumbai AQI improves, BMC sensor rollout lags at sites
Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
Rhine River: Europe's Castle-Filled 1230km Journey
Explore the Rhine River's 1230km journey through Europe, home to 40+ medieval castles in its UNESCO World Heritage Gorge. Discover why this fairy-tale landscape continues to captivate travelers worldwide.
Reviving Punjab's Lost Wetland Heritage
Punjab launches ambitious mission to restore its disappearing wetlands, combining traditional knowledge with modern conservation to revive water ecosystems and biodiversity.
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