Dhanbad MLA Backs Sanitation Workers' Strike, Warns of Sit-In
Jharia MLA Ragini Singh supports Dhanbad sanitation workers' strike, demands immediate resolution. City cleanliness suffers as workers protest wage issues. Read the full story.
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Women in Public Sphere: The Unending Trial
An analysis of how women, from Kristin Cabot to small-town India, face public scrutiny and harassment. Explore the societal voyeurism that demands a daily price. Read more.
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.
Jaipur's Cleanliness Drive: Locals Say Reality Differs from Claims
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?
Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar grapples with severe sanitation issues
Behind Jaipur's vibrant facade, Kathputli Nagar slum battles overflowing drains, garbage piles, and broken toilets. Residents plead for municipal intervention. Read the full investigation.
Madurai's Clean City Goal Needs Public Support: Commissioner
Madurai Corporation Commissioner Chitra Vijayan urges public to stop littering, highlights stray dog menace. New 'Olirum Madurai Foundation' launched to boost sanitation efforts.
Chandigarh MC to Hire Consultant for Sanitation
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation plans to hire a consultant to improve sanitation services and manage solid waste more effectively. The move aims to enhance the city's cleanliness and operational efficiency.
UP Sanitation Drive on Dec 25 to Conclude Vajpayee Centenary
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.
Garbage piles up in Chennai's Ambattur as absenteeism probe fails
Despite a vigilance probe ordered by GCC, unauthorized absenteeism of sanitation workers in Chennai's Ambattur zone continues, leading to overflowing bins and irregular waste collection. Residents demand action.
Nanasaheb Peshwa Memorial in Pune Faces Neglect
Historians and descendants decry poor upkeep of Nanasaheb Peshwa's memorial in Pune. Garbage and anti-social elements plague the historic site. Calls for action ahead of December 16 birth anniversary.
Mapusa Fish Market Faces Shutdown Over Health Issues
Mapusa Urban Health Centre threatens to cut water and power to the fish market for failing to maintain cleanliness despite repeated warnings. Read the full story.
Bhavani Deeksha 2025: 380 Tonnes Waste, Massive Cleanup
Vijayawada's 5-day Bhavani Deeksha Viramanalu saw a record 380 tonnes of waste. VMC's sanitation plan cleared 80 tonnes of sacred red clothes. Read how the city managed the massive cleanup.
15 Booked for Public Urination in Ahmedabad Safety Drive
Ahmedabad police book 15 men for public urination under a women's safety initiative. Lawyers warn against conflating civic nuisance with sexual crime. City faces severe public toilet shortage.
Waste Transport Workers' 'Belagavi Chalo' on Dec 17
Over 500 waste transport workers in Karnataka will march to Belagavi Suvarna Soudha on December 17, demanding permanent employment, equal pay, and better working conditions. Read their full list of demands.
Jalandhar to hire 1,196 safai sewaks for better sanitation
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation gets approval to hire 1,196 new sanitation workers. This major recruitment drive aims to revolutionize cleanliness and waste management in the city. Read more.
Woman, 19, dies crossing railway line in Auraiya
A 19-year-old woman was fatally run over by a train while crossing the tracks in Auraiya's Bala ki Madaiya village. The tragic incident highlights the ongoing sanitation crisis in rural India. Read the full report.
Delhi Govt Starts City-Wide Cleanliness Drive
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta kicks off a major city-wide cleanliness drive, focusing on waste management and dust control to improve air quality and public health. Read more.
Yogi Announces Boundary Walls for Ambedkar Statues in UP
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced protective boundary walls for Ambedkar statues and a minimum honorarium for sanitation workers. Read about the key announcements from Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
Delhi MCD's ₹16,530 Cr Budget: No New Tax, Sanitation Push
MCD Commissioner Ashwani Kumar presents ₹16,530.5 crore budget for 2026-27. No new taxes, major focus on sanitation, waste management, and business reforms. Key details inside.
MCD Budget: No Tax Hike, Sanitation & Education in Focus
MCD Commissioner presents Rs 16,530 crore budget for 2026-27, keeping tax rates unchanged. Sanitation gets highest allocation of Rs 4,795 crore, followed by education. Read key highlights.
Mobile Toilets for Bengaluru Traffic Cops Launched
Bengaluru launches a mobile toilet initiative for traffic police, addressing hygiene challenges. The project aims to improve the well-being of officers on long, demanding shifts. Read more about this innovative urban solution.
Why Public Wi-Fi in India Puts Your Laptop at High Risk
Using public Wi-Fi in India? Learn how cybercriminals exploit cafes, airports & hotel networks to steal data. Essential security steps to protect your laptop now.
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.
Kharra Meets Bhilwara Workers, Inaugurates Dungarpur Housing
UDH Minister Jhabbar Singh Kharra addressed sanitation workers' demands in Bhilwara and announced the inauguration of the Chief Minister Jan Awas Yojana in Dungarpur. Read about the key announcements.
Chandigarh MC Distributes Sanitation Kits to Staff
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation provides sanitation kits to 1,500+ staff for monsoon safety. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and worker welfare.
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.
Gujarat CM Orders Extensive Action Plan to Tackle Pollution
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel instructs officials to prepare a detailed action plan to combat rising air and water pollution. The directive follows a state cabinet meeting and concerns over worsening AQI.
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.
Jalandhar sanitation workers protest over pending demands
Municipal sanitation workers in Jalandhar held a protest rally, demanding regularisation, timely salaries, and better safety equipment. Their union vows to escalate action if demands are ignored.
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.
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