Tambaram's Garbage Crisis: Broken Trucks Halt Waste Collection
A year after privatisation, Tambaram's waste management fails as non-functional vehicles lead to open dumping, raising health risks. Councillors demand urgent action.
A year after privatisation, Tambaram's waste management fails as non-functional vehicles lead to open dumping, raising health risks. Councillors demand urgent action.
Kochi Muziris Biennale's Island Mural Project brings vibrant public art to Kochi's walls. Artists like Aravani Project and Trespassers create works reflecting local stories. Discover the 'people's biennale' in action.
A vibrant 2025 for Indian art saw record auctions, expansion beyond Delhi-Mumbai, and a growing Middle East focus. Discover key trends and what's next for 2026.
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.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court warns of strict fines up to Rs 2.5 lakh for nylon manja violations. Next hearing on Jan 5, 2026. Read the full details.
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.
Photographer Dr. Kausik Ghosh unveils his 15th exhibition and 13th book 'BLUES' at Birla Academy, Kolkata. The event featured a panel on colour's role in art, philosophy, and cinema. Explore the poetic journey of blue.
Amritsar citizens demand action as banned Chinese kite strings are still sold openly, posing a deadly threat to humans and birds. Read the full report.
Antony Waste Handling Cell's stock surged 8% after securing a major Rs 330 crore municipal solid waste processing order. Should you invest? Read our analysis.
Panchkula's long-delayed horticultural waste processing plant is set to become a reality. The MC has purchased machinery worth Rs 2.42 crore to convert green waste into eco-friendly briquettes, ending months of dumping woes. Read more.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation enforces mandatory waste segregation for all. Penalties from ₹500 to ₹13,500 for violations. Learn how to comply and avoid fines.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation enforces mandatory waste segregation for all. Penalties from ₹500 to ₹13,500 for mixed waste. Learn the new rules and how to comply.
MCD accelerates work on its fifth construction & demolition waste plant in Tehkhand. The facility will process 1,000 TPD initially, boosting city's total capacity to 6,000 TPD. Read details.
Ludhiana MC floats ₹1,144 crore tender for an 8-year integrated waste management PPP. The plan uses GPS, QR codes & aims for waste-to-energy, but faces hurdles from the powerful informal sector.
Curator Nikhil Chopra discusses the Kochi-Muziris Biennale's focus on dynamic art, dismantling hierarchies, and creating a collective, immersive experience with the city of Kochi. Discover why unfinished works are part of the vision.
MCG Gurgaon initiates hiring of four separate agencies for zone-wise waste collection via GPS-enabled tractor-trolleys at Rs 6.65 crore. The move aims to streamline operations as CAQM flags delays in waste processing, setting a 2026 deadline for legacy wa
Explore the evolution of art at Lucknow's 'Art Odyssey' exhibition. Featuring 35 paintings & 4 sculptures by 10 artists, it's on display daily till Dec 25. Don't miss it!
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation begins strict enforcement of waste segregation rules, imposing fines up to Rs 5 lakh for repeat offenders. Learn about the new penalty structure.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation relaunches a ₹4.4+ crore tender to outsource horticulture waste management, aiming to convert 10-15 tonnes of daily waste into sustainable biofuel and curb illegal burning.
Jamshedpur health department issues final warning to hospitals & labs for improper bio-medical waste disposal. A new inspection panel formed. Read about the risks and actions.
Star hotels, malls & gated communities in Chennai illegally dump over 100 tonnes of waste daily in GCC bins, causing overflow & straining resources. Authorities lack surveillance to track violators.
Punjab govt reports 12 urban bodies struggling with solid waste processing. Chief Secretary seeks 3 months to bridge the gap. NGT monitors compliance with 2016 rules.
Indore Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 2 crore Waste Cloth Processing Plant at Devguradia Trenching Ground. The PPP project will convert textile waste into reusable yarn, generating monthly revenue and boosting the city's 'Waste to Wealth' model. Read
The entrance to Hubballi city on Kusugal Road, a key national highway, is now an open waste dumping ground. Residents blame HDMC's negligence for the growing pile of domestic and construction debris, spoiling the city's aesthetic appeal.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor offers a thoughtful and humorous take on a viral X thread contrasting his and Rahul Gandhi's public personas. Read his full, articulate response here.
A static waste compactor in Ludhiana's Books Market remains unused for over two years due to low-hanging electricity wires, exposing poor planning and crippling city waste management. Read the full report.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation enhances city sanitation by deploying 30 new mini tippers for efficient door-to-door waste collection. Learn how this initiative aims to improve cleanliness and public health.
Experience 'Sparks of Life,' Imageine's groundbreaking AI art exhibition in Delhi, where technology meets human creativity. Discover how artists are redefining art with artificial intelligence.
NGT takes action against Punjab authorities for major waste handling violations in Sangrur. PPCB ordered to inspect sites and report by Feb 26, 2026. Read the full story.
Beeple's 'Regular Animals' installation at Art Basel Miami features robot dogs with faces of Musk, Bezos & more, selling for ~$100,000 each. Explore the surreal NFT art critique.