Chennai to launch door-to-door bulk waste collection in March
Greater Chennai Corporation launches door-to-door bulk waste collection in March to tackle illegal dumping. Private contractors will manage zones. Book via Namma Chennai app or WhatsApp.
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Kochi Row Over Biomedical Waste Collection Charges
A political dispute erupts in Kochi Corporation over a sharp hike in biomedical waste collection fees from households. Opposition alleges private agency now charges Rs 45/kg, up from subsidized Rs 12/kg. Read the full story.
Rajkot Launches Doorstep E-Waste Collection, Pays Citizens
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!
Vishwak Sen's 'Legacy' Teaser Out, A Political Action Drama
Vishwak Sen stars in 'Legacy,' a gritty political action drama. Teaser hints at a toxic father-son dynamic. Directed by Saikiran Reddy Daida, the film releases in 2026. Read more.
Delhi's Landfill Clearance Deadlines: Okhla by July 2026
MCD reaffirms deadlines to flatten Okhla, Bhalswa & Ghazipur landfills by 2027. A third agency hired to speed up biomining as 133.5 lakh MT legacy waste remains. Read the latest progress report.
Chennai to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes more waste at Perungudi
Chennai Corporation floats new tender to bio-mine 5.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Perungudi dumpyard. The project, costing ₹53.60 crore, aims to reclaim land and process remaining waste. Read the latest updates.
Mangaluru landfill cleanup deadline likely extended
Mangaluru City Corporation may extend the deadline to clear 6.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Pachanady. The Rs 56 crore biomining project, delayed by rains and initial issues, aims to resolve a crisis stemming from a 2019 garbage slide tragedy. Read mor
BMC's New Waste Fees & Fines Start Thursday
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces slab-wise monthly user charges for door-to-door waste collection and fines for violations. New rules mandate waste segregation at source.
Chennai's Doorstep Drive Removes 582 Tonnes of Bulky Waste
Greater Chennai Corporation's 12-week door-to-door drive collects over 582 tonnes of bulky waste like sofas & mattresses. Learn how residents can schedule pickup for proper disposal.
Tambaram's Garbage Crisis: Broken Trucks Halt Waste Collection
A year after privatisation, Tambaram's waste management fails as non-functional vehicles lead to open dumping, raising health risks. Councillors demand urgent action.
Panchkula misses second deadline to clear legacy waste
Panchkula Municipal Corporation fails to meet Dec 25 deadline for clearing Sector 23 dumping ground, raising environmental and health concerns for residents. Read more about the delayed bioremediation project.
MCD postpones Okhla waste-to-energy plant expansion proposal
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
Chennai to re-tender waste management for two key zones
Greater Chennai Corporation will re-tender privatized waste management for Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones by February, with an expanded scope including bulk and hazardous waste. Read details.
AVR Swarna Mahal Jewellers Wins 2025 Hurun Heritage Legacy Award
Hyderabad's iconic AVR Swarna Mahal Jewellers has been honoured with the 2025 Barclays Private Clients Hurun India Heritage Legacy Award. Discover the legacy of this 114-year-old brand.
Kerala's new mandatory disaster waste management protocol
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
Delhi Cabinet Approves First E-Waste Park in Holambi Kalan
Delhi cabinet greenlights capital's first e-waste park in Holambi Kalan. The 11.5-acre facility will follow a zero-waste model to tackle 200,000 tonnes of annual e-waste. Read more about this sustainable initiative.
Antony Waste Share Jumps 8% After Bagging Rs 330 Cr Order
Antony Waste Handling Cell's stock surged 8% after securing a major Rs 330 crore municipal solid waste processing order. Should you invest? Read our analysis.
Chandigarh Mandates Waste Segregation, Penalty Up to Rs 13,500
Chandigarh MC enforces mandatory waste segregation. Mixed garbage will not be collected; fines from Rs 500 to Rs 13,500 apply. Learn the new rules to avoid penalties.
Panchkula's Horticultural Waste Plant Project Moves Ahead
Panchkula's long-delayed horticultural waste processing plant is set to become a reality. The MC has purchased machinery worth Rs 2.42 crore to convert green waste into eco-friendly briquettes, ending months of dumping woes. Read more.
Chandigarh Makes Waste Segregation Mandatory, Fines Up To ₹13,5k
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation enforces mandatory waste segregation for all. Penalties from ₹500 to ₹13,500 for violations. Learn how to comply and avoid fines.
Chandigarh Makes Waste Segregation Mandatory, Fines Up To ₹13,500
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation enforces mandatory waste segregation for all. Penalties from ₹500 to ₹13,500 for mixed waste. Learn the new rules and how to comply.
Delhi's 5th C&D Waste Plant in Tehkhand to Start by 2025
MCD accelerates work on its fifth construction & demolition waste plant in Tehkhand. The facility will process 1,000 TPD initially, boosting city's total capacity to 6,000 TPD. Read details.
Panchkula's Rs 3 Crore Waste Plant Idle Due to No Road
Panchkula's first Material Recovery Facility, built for Rs 3 crore, lies unused due to a missing approach road, forcing garbage to pile up at open sites. Read about the planning failure.
Single Firm to Handle Bulk Waste in Bengaluru North & East
BSWML authorises one private company for bulk waste collection in Bengaluru's North and East zones, following NGT's 'polluter pays' directive. Details inside.
Ludhiana launches ₹1,144 cr plan to privatize waste management
Ludhiana MC floats ₹1,144 crore tender for an 8-year integrated waste management PPP. The plan uses GPS, QR codes & aims for waste-to-energy, but faces hurdles from the powerful informal sector.
Ludhiana to get 7 new waste compactors, cost Rs 4 crore
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation plans to install compactors at 7 new sites to tackle overflowing garbage. The Rs 4 crore project aims to fix waste management woes. Read details.
Mangaluru Waste Transfer Crisis Hits All 60 Wards
Mangaluru City Corporation struggles with waste management as lack of transfer space forces roadside garbage shifting, causing public nuisance. DC promises action.
Zero-Waste Wedding in Mangaluru Manages 1,333kg of Waste
A Mangaluru couple's sustainable wedding, managed by Mangala Resource Management, diverted 1,333kg of waste from landfills. See how they set a new standard for eco-friendly celebrations in India.
Mount Everest's Growing Trash Crisis: A Mountain of Waste
Mount Everest faces a severe waste crisis with over 140,000 pounds of trash left by climbers. Discover the environmental impact and clean-up efforts on the world's highest peak.
BSWML clears encroachments on 5 acres in north Bengaluru
Bengaluru authorities reclaimed prime land worth ₹80 crore from illegal occupants. The site will now host critical waste management infrastructure to boost the city's sustainability efforts.
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