Women in Malavalli taluk are now leading sanitation services in 22 gram panchayats, managing door-to-door waste collection and driving cleanliness initiatives. Discover how this change is shaping public health.
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar pushes for dedicated street vendor zones to balance urban cleanliness with livelihoods. A comprehensive plan is to be prepared for the Heritage City.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation launches a major cleanliness drive with 10 teams across 53 wards. The plan targets waste segregation, daily cleaning, and plastic bans to ace the upcoming Swachh Survekshan survey.
Rajkot Municipal Corporation starts a doorstep e-waste pickup service. Citizens can now sell old mobiles, laptops & appliances for cash, ensuring safe recycling. Book your pickup today!
Despite fines and weekly removal drives, Madurai grapples with posters defacing public spaces. Officials collected ₹19,000, but new ads appear overnight. Can murals and vertical gardens offer a solution?
Kolkata shivers through its coldest New Year's Day in over 15 years with a minimum of 11.6°C. Met forecasts a brief rise before another dip by Jan 10. Get the full weather outlook.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation begins strict action against 100 major defaulters, including hotels and malls, for unpaid solid waste user charges from April 2022. Pay dues via portal or helpline.
A ready-mix cement truck impounded by Pune traffic police was stolen near Swargate. Senior inspector Yashwant Nikam reveals details. This is not the first such incident.
Goa's tourism department mobilised teams to clean a beach after complaints of garbage accumulation. Minister Rohan Khaunte emphasises clean beaches are central to Goa's identity. Read more.
Belagavi deputy mayor Vani Vilas Joshi spearheaded a cleanliness drive at Tilakwadi Govt School, clearing waste and planting a Tulsi sapling. Read how this initiative transformed the school's entrance.
Goa's tourism department mobilised teams to clean beaches after shack owners complained of halted garbage collection. Minister Rohan Khaunte vows to keep the coastline pristine. Read more.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation seals Aman Community Hall in Hindpiri for illegal private use. Ward supervisor removed after a decade of negligence. Read the full investigation details.
Kolkata's minimum temperature rose to 14°C after two days of sub-13°C chill. The Met office forecasts a possible drop to 13°C on Monday before a slight rise on New Year's Eve. Read for full weather details.
Vijayanagara DC orders urgent cleanliness drive at Hampi monuments after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised hygiene concerns. Inspection held ahead of Culture Minister's visit.
Bhubaneswar gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, focusing on citizen feedback and new infrastructure. Mayor Sulochana Das outlines plans for improved solid waste management. Read more.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation initiates major green patch development and beautification work at 24 locations to enhance city aesthetics and environmental balance before the New Year.
Ahead of the Swachh Bharat rankings, Lucknow Municipal Corporation nominates 16 model wards to set new standards in waste management and civic upkeep. Municipal Commissioner outlines the plan for 100% waste collection.
While JMC claims success in its Walled City cleanliness drive, residents of Ramganj and Kishanpole bazaars report piles of garbage and irregular waste collection. Is the effort only for tourists?
Ranchi Municipal Corporation plans a dedicated auto and e-rickshaw stand near Naga Baba Khatal market to decongest roads and improve civic amenities. Read more about the new traffic management plan.
Belagavi cracks down on littering with a new drive. Mayor & deputy mayor lead early morning patrols, tracing offenders via bills in garbage and imposing fines at homes. Read how the city is getting serious about cleanliness.
A retired Rajkot Municipal Corporation engineer and his wife died after consuming poison. The suicide note revealed they were suffering from severe health issues. Read the full story.
A two-day cleanliness campaign at Nagpur Railway Station urges passengers to stop littering. Volunteers collect waste, spread awareness, and support Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Read more.
Patna gears up for Swachh Survekshan 2025 with a focus on waste management and citizen feedback. Mayor Sita Sahu targets a 5-star rating and a Top 10 national rank. Read about the city's new initiatives.
The NWKRTC Hosur regional bus terminal in Hubballi is plagued by filth and poor maintenance just years after its 2020 launch. Passengers decry pan-stained walls & garbage. Officials blame public spitting.
A Bengaluru man was fined Rs 500 for littering popcorn at Cubbon Park. The incident highlights the city's strict enforcement of cleanliness laws. Read more about the consequences of public littering.
Uttar Pradesh launches a massive statewide sanitation campaign on December 25, culminating the year-long Atal Bihari Vajpayee centenary celebrations. Join the drive for a Clean, Strong India.
Despite upgrades, Nagpur railway station faces severe hygiene crisis with rampant filth & rodents. Passengers cite public health risks. Officials respond. Read more.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) demolished illegal kiosks & carts on Station Road to ease traffic. Officials warn against re-encroachment. Read about the drive and resident concerns.
Winter doesn't kill cockroaches; it drives them into your warm home. Learn why they invade in cold months, where they hide, and effective steps for control and prevention to keep your home pest-free.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!