K Annamalai, 500+ arrested in Tirupur garbage protest
Ex-BJP chief K Annamalai & 500+ protesters detained for opposing Tirupur Corp's garbage dumping in Iduvai. They announce black flag protest for CM Stalin's Dec 29 visit. Details inside.
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Kurseong plastic waste paves new 4.42 km GTA road
Kurseong's non-biodegradable waste is building a 4.42 km road to Noldara village. Using 1,846.56 kg of plastic pellets, this GTA first boosts infrastructure and fights pollution. Discover the sustainable model.
Antony Waste Stock Jumps 19% on Major Mumbai Contract
Antony Waste Handling Cell's stock surged 19% after securing two major waste management contracts worth ₹1,330 crore from BMC. The deal promises stable revenue for seven years.
CAG: Karnataka Delayed Flood Management Plan
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Chennai's Bulk Waste Crisis: Illegal Dumping by Hotels, Malls
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.
Religious Leaders in Mangaluru Push for Waste Management
Religious leaders in Mangaluru resolve to end open dumping via awareness. They plan campaigns from institutions, SWM at religious centres, and a strict plastic ban. Read more.
Antony Waste Wins Big Mumbai Waste Contracts
Antony Waste Handling Cell's subsidiary secures two large 7-year BMC contracts for 1,250 MTPD waste handling in Mumbai, boosting revenue visibility. Stock movement eyed.
12 Punjab ULBs Report Waste Processing Gaps, Seek 3 Months
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's New Waste Cloth Processing Plant Aims for Cleaner City
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
Govt's Clean Himalayan Cities Plan to Fight Plastic Waste
The Centre announces the Clean Himalayan Cities Initiative to provide financial and technical aid to hill states battling massive plastic waste from tourism. The plan targets visible improvements by early 2026.
Hubballi's NH-50 entrance becomes illegal waste dumping site
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.
Governor Kataria Reviews Dadumajra Waste Management, Directs Action
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 resident fined Rs 13,401 for littering
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.
Ludhiana's Books Market waste compactor non-functional for 2 years
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 Mega Waste-to-CBG Plant Starts Cold Commissioning
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's Rs 1,052 Cr Debris Deal: BSWML's Single-Agency Gamble
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.
Chennai cancels waste management tender over bid gaps
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 MC Deploys 30 New Mini Tippers for Waste Management
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.
Waste dumping near Thiruvananthapuram school continues unchecked
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.
PCB Resumes Garbage Collection at Pune's Clover Centre
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 issues notices to Punjab over Sangrur waste violations
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.
Aseptic Carton Recycling Rate Reaches 37% in India: Study
A new TERI study reveals India's aseptic carton recycling rate has improved to 37%, processing 1.35 lakh tonnes annually. Discover the challenges and growth of this sustainable packaging sector.
GMCH-32 sole BWG not complying with waste norms in Chandigarh
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 MC Signs MoU with Door-to-Door Waste Collectors
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 seeks 200 vehicles, 3000 workers for waste management
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.
Gurgaon MCG hires agencies for 6-month waste collection
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
Pune's Clover Centre Garbage Crisis Sparks Health Fears
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.
Bear attack in Uttarkashi village injures elderly woman
A 65-year-old woman was attacked by a bear in Uttarkashi's Pahi village. This marks the 13th such attack in 2024. Officials cite poor waste management as a key cause. Read more.
RMC Organises Exposure Visit to Solid Waste Management Plant
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.
Bengaluru's textile waste model creates circular economy
Bengaluru's innovative textile recycling program transforms waste into wealth, creating jobs for waste-pickers while addressing India's 7 million tonne textile waste problem. Discover how this circular economy model works.
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