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.
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Meerut Cops Suspended After CCTV Shows Body Dumping
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.
Mumbai's Mulund Dump Biomining Project Faces New Delay
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.
Delhi CM: Pollution a legacy problem, govt taking steps
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta addresses air pollution and infrastructure as inherited challenges at HT Summit. Learn about the government's sustained efforts to tackle Delhi's environmental crisis.
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.
Dehradun Uses Drone Surveillance to Curb Illegal Waste Dumping
Dehradun Municipal Corporation launches drone surveillance to monitor illegal garbage dumping at 88 vulnerable points. Real-time action aims to clean the city faster. #Dehradun #CleanIndia
NGT Notices Punjab Over Waste Near Patiala Cremation Site
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.
Delhi Minister Inspects Hari Nagar Garbage Hotspots
Delhi's Urban Development Minister inspected 7 garbage hotspots in Hari Nagar, directing MCD officials for immediate cleanup and permanent solutions to tackle waste management issues.
Mumbai's B Ward Faces Persistent Civic Issues
Mumbai's historic B Ward, a Congress stronghold, battles chronic garbage accumulation, water supply problems, and parking chaos despite ongoing redevelopment. Residents and leaders voice concerns.
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.
Prayagraj Sanitation Crisis: Garbage Heaps, Blocked Drains
UPCC leader Mukund Tiwari alleges Prayagraj's sanitation system has collapsed as workers are diverted to SIR campaign, leaving garbage piles and public anger rising. Authorities have been urged to act.
Gurgaon wastes Rs 129 Cr, garbage piles remain
MCG exhausted 33% of its sanitation budget by Oct 31, yet garbage piles plague Gurgaon. Residents demand answers as spending soars and results remain invisible. Read the full report.
Shivakumar: Determined to End Bengaluru's Garbage Mess
Deputy CM D K Shivakumar pledges to resolve Bengaluru's waste management issues, announcing a new 33-package garbage tender. Foundation laid for Kannahalli waste unit.
Woman's Body in Suitcase Found at Hapur 'Body Dumping Hotspot'
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.
Bombay HC Demands Action on Kanjurmarg Pollution
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.
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.
Chennai's Cooum River Suffers Daily Waste Dumping
Adayalampattu panchayat dumps 10 tonnes daily into Cooum River, causing flooding risks and environmental damage. GCC struggles with cleanup as merger proposal delays continue.
Bombay HC Expresses Surprise Over Pollution Panel Delay
Bombay High Court directs urgent December 2 hearing for Kanjurmarg dumping ground pollution grievances. Committee formed in July yet to decide any resident complaints.
Nagpur stops garbage dumping at Bhandewadi from Jan
Nagpur Municipal Corporation will completely stop dumping garbage at Bhandewadi yard from January 2024 with new waste processing plants. Learn how the city aims for 100% scientific waste disposal.
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.
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.
3 Arrested in Ballia for Murder Over Chair Cover Dispute
Ballia police arrested three men for murdering a youth over chair cover color dispute and dumping his body in Ganga. The accused were caught after intensive investigation.
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.
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.
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.
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