Chennai Playground Becomes Illegal Garbage Dump
Moovar Nagar playground in Pozhichalur near Pallavaram has transformed into an illegal dumpyard due to irregular waste collection, causing environmental and health hazards for residents.
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Punjab farm fires plummet 90%, season ends with 5,114 cases
Punjab's stubble burning season concludes with a dramatic 90% reduction in farm fires compared to 2022. Only 5,114 cases were reported this season, marking a major environmental victory. Read the full analysis.
Mohali Approves Rs 38 Crore Development Projects
Mohali Municipal Corporation clears 72 development projects focusing on roads, parks, gyms and market upgrades. Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu announces major infrastructure push.
Punjab Farm Fires Drop 53%: Just 4 Cases Reported
Punjab reports dramatic 53% decline in stubble burning cases compared to 2024. Only 4 farm fires recorded on Saturday as harvesting season ends. Read the complete district-wise analysis.
Guwahati shelter faces 3-year sanitation crisis from GMC bins
Guwahati's Fatasil Ambari shelter home battles persistent sanitation issues as GMC-placed garbage bins cause health risks for 40 vulnerable children. Officials demand bin relocation after 3 years of complaints.
Ludhiana's Failed Waste Management Tenders
Ludhiana civic body struggles to hire contractors for door-to-door garbage collection despite 4 attempts. City faces mounting waste management challenges affecting 425,000 properties.
Mohali MC: Clear encroachments in 3 days or face action
Mohali Municipal Corporation warns residents and businesses to remove encroachments within 3 days. Major crackdown begins December 2 in Phases 4 and 5 following High Court orders.
Mohali MC expands, adds 14 villages; wards to hit 75
Punjab govt finalizes Mohali Municipal Corporation expansion, adding 14 villages like Balongi. Ward count expected to rise from 50 to 75, promising better civic amenities. Read more!
BMC adds 30 new mini garbage compactors in Mumbai
Mumbai's BMC introduces 30 new mini compactors for garbage collection, doubling capacity to tackle 7,500-8,500 MT daily waste. First fleet upgrade in 15 years marks major sanitation improvement.
Vadodara workers seize garbage vans over unpaid wages
27 garbage collection workers in Vadodara drove away 7 vehicles to Madhya Pradesh after 8 months without pay. The labor dispute highlights contractor payment issues in municipal services.
Jaipur sanitation workers end 3-day strike after JMC talks
The three-day sanitation workers' strike in Jaipur concludes as JMC agrees to demands. Garbage clearance resumes after successful negotiations with officials. Read the full details.
Mohali: Residents stop MC anti-encroachment drive
Residents of Mohali's Phase 4 physically stopped an MC demolition drive, accusing officials of overreach. The clash highlights confusion between MC and GMADA jurisdiction. Read the full story.
Mohali Phase 4 demolition halted after court intervention
High tension in Mohali as anti-encroachment drive in Phase 4 faces resident backlash. Commissioner cites court orders while locals demand uniform action across all phases. Read full details.
Mohali Mayor's 7-day deadline for stalled projects
Mohali mayor issues one-week deadline to contractors for stalled development works, threatening blacklisting. Key projects including parks and roads remain inactive since March 2025.
Mohali court convicts man in 2023 murder case
A Mohali court convicts Ajay for the murder of co-worker Rajveer. The sentencing is scheduled for Thursday. Read for the full details of the case.
Garbage piles up at Pitex venue in Amritsar before expo
Massive garbage accumulation at Amritsar's Pitex expo venue sparks cleanup emergency. Municipal Corporation orders immediate action ahead of international trade fair.
Mohali trash-burning scandal: PPCB cracks down
PPCB cracks down on illegal garbage dumping and burning in Mohali after fresh fires spark health concerns. Trucks seized, strict orders issued to protect air quality.
Mohali Mayor: MLA's Men Halt Civic Projects
Mohali Mayor Jeeti Sidhu accuses MLA's associates of stalling development works. Contractors threatened, projects halted despite funds. Councillors warn of protests and legal action.
Kalyan-Dombivli Turns Garbage Points into Green Spaces
Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation launches beautification drive to convert garbage dumping spots into attractive green spaces with rangoli and murals. Citizens urged to use ghantagadi services.
NKDA Adds 950 Waste Bins for New Town Cleanliness
New Town Kolkata gets 950 new waste bins as NKDA tackles 90 tonnes daily garbage. Agency hired for waste transport to Dhapa as waste set to triple soon. Read more.
Suspected Human Fetus Found in Ludhiana Garbage Heap
Shocking discovery in Ludhiana's Jagraon as envelope with suspected human fetus found in garbage. Police investigating, CCTV footage being scanned. Read full details.
Amritsar MC Reviews Bhagtanwala Waste Management
Municipal Corporation officials conducted surprise inspection at Bhagtanwala dump site. Review focuses on waste disposal efficiency and environmental compliance. Read latest updates.
Mohali Waste Illegally Dumped and Set on Fire
Mohali faces a toxic crisis as MC secretly dumps and burns garbage in Phase 8B for 15 days, violating NGT bans. Locals suffer health issues. Authorities impose a mere ₹5,000 fine. Read more.
Ludhiana's Night Challaning to Address Garbage Woes
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation launches night challaning drive against garbage dumping. MC Commissioner Sandeep Rishi leads initiative to clean city streets. Will this solve Ludhiana's waste management crisis?
Tarn Taran Residents Demand End to Garbage Menace
Residents of Tarn Taran protest mounting garbage near post office, demanding immediate municipal action. Health hazards and official neglect spark public outrage.
Bengaluru's 900-tonne plastic crisis: CM flags garbage city fears
Bengaluru generates 900 tonnes of plastic waste daily. CM warns of garbage city tag, sets 2030 plastic-free target. Citizen action crucial for waste management success.
Phagwara Shame: Body Taken in Garbage Vehicle
In a shocking incident in Phagwara, an unclaimed body was transported for cremation using a garbage vehicle, sparking outrage and questioning humanity.
Bengaluru BSWML to File FIRs for Waste Burning
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd announces FIR filing against waste burning offenders. Learn about the crackdown, penalties, and environmental impact of this harmful practice.
Chandigarh uses dhols to shame litterbugs, issues fines
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launched a unique 'name-and-shame' drive, returning dumped garbage with drummers and slapping Rs 13,401 fines. Residents report offenders via WhatsApp.
Bengaluru MP Exposes ₹613 Crore Sweeping Machine Scam
Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje alleges massive scam in Bengaluru's ₹613 crore sweeping machine rental plan. GBACC's 7-year contract raises serious questions about public funds utilization.
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