Karnataka scraps prior green nod for effluent treatment plants
Karnataka exempts industrial effluent treatment plants from prior environment clearance. State pollution boards to enforce safeguards. Decision announced on 22 December 2025.
Karnataka exempts industrial effluent treatment plants from prior environment clearance. State pollution boards to enforce safeguards. Decision announced on 22 December 2025.
The incomplete sewage treatment plant at Aluva's new KSRTC terminal prevents shop rentals, causing financial losses. Read how the delay impacts the Rs 8.64 crore facility.
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Your lush garden might be a haven for snakes. Discover which moisture-loving plants create ideal conditions for snakes and learn practical tips to make your garden safer without removing all greenery.
Parliamentary panel exposes huge gaps in Punjab's water & sewage treatment under AMRUT. State achieved only 113 MLD against 518.9 MLD target. Read the full report.
Pune marriage halls must now get a no-objection certificate from MPCB for annual PMC approval renewal. 272 venues face action for violating norms. Details inside.
Mumbai launches two major projects worth Rs 2,000 crore to tackle sewage and flooding in the Mithi River. The plan includes a diversion tunnel and tidal management systems.
A new study reveals endophytic fungi from soursop leaves could be a potent, natural weapon against cervical cancer, offering hope for treatments with fewer side effects. Explore the groundbreaking research.
Kochi's crucial sewage treatment project faces further delays as costs escalate from Rs 1,300 crore to Rs 1,700 crore. Read about the reasons and impact on the city's urban regeneration.
Discover how six resilient plants like date palms and pomegranates produce vital food in arid landscapes. Learn their survival secrets and importance for desert communities.
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After decades of pollution, Bengaluru's Byramangala lake is set for a major revival. A Rs 391-crore govt plan includes a new STP to clean the waterbody by 2028-29. Read the full story.
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Tiruvallur municipality discharges untreated sewage into Putlur lake, contaminating groundwater for over 10,000 families. Residents demand action as STP remains dysfunctional despite NGT orders.
Indore accelerates efforts to save Sirpur Lake from sewage-fueled water hyacinth. A new 20-MLD STP and phytoremediation aim to restore the Ramsar wetland. Read about the rescue plan.
Discover 8 beautiful indoor plants that evolved under forest canopies and need indirect light. Learn how to protect their delicate leaves from scorching and ensure lush, healthy growth in your Indian home.
Discover 7 resilient winter plants that can survive snow and extreme cold. Gardeners swear by these hardy species for adding beauty and hope to frosty gardens.
Municipal Commissioner Gaurav Kumar orders immediate repair of Loniyapurwa STP after major pipeline leak halted operations. Action follows months of inaction on flagged issues. Read more.
Supreme Court directs UP government to clarify land transfer for Khoda-Makanpur STP. CPCB and UPPCB ordered to test water from 8 Noida plants. Next hearing on January 21.
Greater Noida Authority announces a Rs 38-crore, 12 MLD sewage treatment plant in Techzone IT City to address persistent overflow issues. Completion expected in 18 months. Read more.
English ivy, a popular climbing plant, can attract snakes and damage your home's structure. Learn why and discover safer alternatives for your garden. Read more.
Delhi LG VK Saxena reviews TERI's Yamuna pollution study, orders immediate action. Key focus on STPs, industrial waste, and sewage management to clean the river.
A dispute over sewage tanker entry at Baga's STP led to a blockade by the Arpora-Nagoa sarpanch. Read about the confrontation and resolution.
The Central Government has admitted in Parliament that untreated wastewater is entering Chandigarh's N-Choe seasonal rivulet. Learn about the pollution sources and the city's sewage treatment challenges.
Bhilai Municipal Corporation begins construction of 150 MLD sewage treatment plant near Kachandur village. This Rs 145 crore project will clean water bodies and enable water reuse for irrigation.
Jalandhar MLA Sheetal Angural supports Bilga villagers protesting proposed sewage pipeline through agricultural land. Residents demand project cancellation.
Punjab officials face strict action if Buddha Dariya rejuvenation fails. Ministers demand proper functioning of treatment plants to combat pollution in Ludhiana.
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Discover how specific indoor plants can reduce sinus congestion, filter pollutants, and increase humidity naturally. Learn which plants are best for allergy sufferers and how to maintain them properly for maximum health benefits.
District Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao orders sewage plant modernization and river dredging to address pollution. Rs 160 crore road repairs planned. Karavali Utsav from Dec 20-Jan 4.