A sudden FAA ground stop at New York's LaGuardia Airport halted departures, causing over 1000 Delta delays and 200 cancellations. Winter weather and staffing strains compound travel misery. Read for details and traveller advice.
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.
A 68-year-old man in Nagpur's Jaripatka suffered severe injuries after an argument over sand dumping turned violent. Police have arrested one accused under BNS 2023. Read the full details.
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria inspected the Dadumajra dumping ground, reviewing scientific waste clearance & MRF centres. He directed officials to expedite work and transform the site into a green zone for public health relief.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation fines a Sector 15B resident Rs 13,401 for dumping waste in public. MC chief warns against littering, urges citizen cooperation for cleanliness.
Ranchi administration demolishes encroachments on RIMS ground in Bariatu. Drive follows Jharkhand High Court order, targets 15 buildings. Read the latest updates.
India's Commerce Secretary defends high-value basmati rice exports to the US, citing quality and market dynamics. No evidence of dumping found. Explore the full story.
Nagpur's Bhandewadi CBG plant begins cold commissioning, moving India closer to a zero-waste model. The 1500 MTPD facility will process organic waste into biogas. Read more.
Bishop Antony Kattiparambil was consecrated as the 36th bishop of Cochin Diocese in a historic ceremony in Fort Kochi. Read about the ceremony and his journey.
Guwahati hosts Post Malone, marking Assam's concert tourism policy debut. Over 20,000 tickets sold, boosting local economy and homestay bookings. Details inside.
Lakhs throng Kolkata's Brigade Ground for a massive Bhagavad Gita recitation. BJP leaders call it cultural, while TMC alleges political polarisation. Read the full story.
Kolkata Police deploys its largest contingent in five years for Sunday's Gita recital, bike rally, and marathon, managing traffic and crowds ahead of Christmas. Read about the detailed plans.
Kanpur District Magistrate pushes for Rs 12,000 crore investment target ahead of UP's GBC 5.0. Rs 4,000 crore proposals are ready to land, focusing on job creation and industrial growth.
Shopkeepers in Meerut's Lohiyanagar found a body and CCTV footage revealed police officers dumping it. SSP Vipin Tada suspended the accused. Read the full investigation details.
Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground prepares for a historic Bhagavad Gita chanting event with 5 lakh attendees. Security heightened as spiritual leaders like Baba Ramdev join. Details inside.
BMC's ambitious Rs 731-crore biomining project at Mulund dumping ground faces another setback, with the deadline extended to February 2024. Only 5.8 million tonnes of 7.8 million tonnes legacy waste treated so far.
Despite orders from rights commissions, waste dumping near Beemapally Nursery School in Thiruvananthapuram continues, posing severe health risks to children. Locals threaten protest. Read more.
National Green Tribunal issues notices to Punjab authorities over illegal garbage dumping near Ghalori Gate cremation ground in Patiala. Committee formed to inspect and report within a month.
KCA Pink XI defeated KCA Red XI by 6 wickets in the Women's Talent Hunt cricket league in Kanpur. Neha Verma's unbeaten 64 guided the chase. Also, details on upcoming girls' wrestling trials.
Kanpur ramps up for UP's GBC 5.0, targeting Rs 12,000 crore investment. DM reviews progress, Rs 4,000 crore already 'ready to ground'. Read about the key sectors and directives.
Legendary singer Sonu Nigam brings his vibrant 'Satrangi Re' concert to Ahmedabad, the City of Colours, on December 21. Experience a night of musical magic. Get your tickets now!
Earth Warriors flags Delhi's toxic groundwater to L-G & CM. Group demands immediate action on water quality reports, treatment systems, and accountability. Citizens' right to safe water violated.
Madras High Court awaits a detailed report on the digital boundaries of Chennai's Pallikaranai Ramsar site before deciding on a PIL against a residential project. Status quo order extended.
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
A young man in Ahmedabad died after his speeding motorcycle hit a BRTS grill near GMDC ground. Police suspect illegal street racing and are investigating. Read details.
Patna workshop led by CGWB and state officials stresses judicious use of field data in national groundwater mapping. Experts call for a common platform and training for effective resource management.
A decomposed female body was found stuffed in a suitcase in a Hapur sugarcane field, marking the latest in a series of chilling recoveries along the NH-9 stretch, which has become a disposal site for murders from nearby states.
A Patna workshop organized by CGWB and state officials emphasized creating a common data platform for groundwater mapping. Experts called for judicious data use and specialized training for effective resource management.
Bombay High Court expresses surprise over committee's inaction on Kanjurmarg dumping ground pollution grievances. Hearing scheduled for December 2. Read about the human rights concerns.
Adayalampattu panchayat dumps 10 tonnes daily into Cooum River, causing flooding risks and environmental damage. GCC struggles with cleanup as merger proposal delays continue.