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.
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.
HDMC organizes a public interaction with NGT's Justice Subhash Adi to tackle urban issues in Hubballi-Dharwad. Join the dialogue for a cleaner, greener city.
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.
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.
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd awards a massive Rs 1,052 crore C&D waste contract to a single agency, raising concerns over enforcement and monitoring capacity. Read the full story.
Greater Chennai Corporation cancels tender for privatizing waste management in zones 4 & 8 after finding gaps in bids. Residents urge GCC to proceed with outsourcing for better services.
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.
Karnataka Medical College-Research Institute in Hubballi launches a digital prescription system, starting with psychiatry. This paperless move aims to improve clarity, reduce errors, and speed up pharmacy visits for patients. Discover how this innovation
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.
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.
Pune Cantonment Board resumes waste collection at Clover Centre after a 20-day standoff over segregation norms and charges. The pile-up had become a major health hazard in the busy Camp area.
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.
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.
GMCH-32 faces penalty for ignoring solid waste rules, while Panjab University moves to comply. 17 of 19 bulk waste generators now process waste properly. Read the latest.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation formalizes partnership with Safai Saathis, distributes sanitation kits. Mayor and Commissioner praise their role in keeping the City Beautiful clean. Read more.
Coimbatore Corporation requests 200 vehicles and 3000 more sanitation staff to replace pushcarts and tackle severe manpower shortage. Can the city clean up its act? Read more.
Hubballi's Shaniwar Santhe, a Rs 6.6 crore Smart City project, faces severe neglect. Issues include no toilets, garbage piles, and electrical faults. Officials promise action, but vendors suffer.
Gurgaon's civic body, MCG, has initiated a fresh six-month contract for door-to-door waste collection starting Jan 2026, costing over Rs 12 Cr. This marks over 18 months of temporary fixes as a long-term solution remains delayed. Residents express frustra
A two-week garbage standoff at Pune's Clover Centre over waste segregation and alleged extra charges raises serious health and fire hazards. Read the full story.
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.
Anganwadi and midday meal workers in Hubballi demand job security, wage hikes, and statutory benefits like maternity leave. Their indefinite protest highlights long-pending grievances.
Over 50 students visited Raipur's integrated solid waste management plant in Sakri. The educational tour, organised by RMC, provided insights into scientific waste processing and urban sanitation systems.
Girl students won 8 out of 9 prizes at the annual Kalaa Devi 2025 drawing competition in Hubballi. The event also featured a 'Best from Waste' exhibition promoting sustainability and innovation among youth.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner Vishwanath Sajjanar was honoured in Hubballi and pledged to contribute to the city's development. Read about the event and his commitment.
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.