NGT criticises UP govt for failing to stop sewage in rivers
NGT refuses UP's plea for more time on sewage plants, cites worsening pollution. State secretary must appear at next hearing. Key facts and data inside.
NGT refuses UP's plea for more time on sewage plants, cites worsening pollution. State secretary must appear at next hearing. Key facts and data inside.
BDA President Satish Mallya and expert T Mahesh call for a uniform sewage policy, warning that standalone apartment STPs are insufficient for Bengaluru's drainage crisis. Read more.
Bhopal's vital Upper Lake, a Ramsar site, faces severe pollution from sewage & encroachments. NGT expresses displeasure at civic inaction despite repeated orders. Activists fight for its survival.
The National Green Tribunal has identified critical waste management failures in Delhi, directing authorities to submit fresh action-taken reports on Yamuna pollution by July 31. Read the full story.
IPSCDL clarifies water near manholes is part of routine maintenance, not sewage overflow. No risk to Panaji's water supply, says official. Smart City Mission work continues.
Greater Noida residents face health hazards from stagnant sewage on roads and parks. NGT orders action, but little progress seen. Read about the ongoing civic crisis.
Kochi's crucial 190 MLD water treatment plant faces tender delays as KWA awaits fresh administrative sanction from the Kerala government. Details inside.
A viral video by YouTuber 'WhiteLotusChris' highlights severe pollution in Guwahati's Bharalu river, sparking outrage. Residents blame civic neglect and lack of sewage treatment. Read more.
Discover the rare phenomenon of snake plant flowering. Learn why it happens, what the blooms mean, and how you might encourage this celestial event in your own home. Witness a small miracle!
Haryana ULB department flags serious concerns over Gurgaon's sewage treatment capacity and illegal sewer-drain links. MCG ordered to assess and rectify issues immediately.
A novel gravity-based sewage treatment plant (STP) capable of treating 10,000 litres per day was launched in Bengaluru. This four-stage system offers a sustainable solution but requires significant space. Read more about this innovation.
Uttar Pradesh deploys LiDAR & drone tech for Ganga rejuvenation, creating a live GIS dashboard for 24/7 pollution monitoring. A step towards cleaner rivers. #CleanGanga
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Kerala Water Authority's plan for a 55 MLD sewage treatment plant in Elamkulam hits a roadblock as the Pollution Control Board denies permission citing proximity to residential areas. The city's wastewater crisis deepens.
Noida Authority greenlights a multi-phase project to intercept and treat sewage from city drains flowing into the Yamuna. The plan, mandated by NGT, includes new STPs and bioremediation, with completion targeted for 2028. Read the full story.
Residents of Kausalya Vihar in Jaipur fear being cut off as JDA plans a boundary wall for an STP and commercial projects, blocking their only access road. Read about their health and access concerns.
PAC exposes gross failure of sewage plants in Ludhiana, discharging toxic waste into Satluj River. An environmental emergency threatens public health and biodiversity. Urgent action needed.
A viral video shows untreated water entering Uttarakhand's Khoh river, raising contamination fears. Officials promise action as SPECS data reveals a decades-old sewage crisis in Doon valley.
Following the deadly water contamination in Indore, Raipur Mayor Meenal Choubey launches emergency inspections of water and sewage systems to prevent a similar crisis. Details inside.
BWSSB launches Rs 20 crore project to supply 4 million litres of treated water daily to Peenya industries, conserving Cauvery water for drinking. Read about the mixed reactions and project details.
Gandhinagar's new sewage treatment plant faces a 6-month delay as Jaspur overflows. The Rs 189.58 crore project's tender saw 10 amendments, raising health and environmental concerns. Read more.
Margao Municipal Council targets Jan 26, 2026, to commission its advanced waste gasification plant at Sonsoddo. The Rs 7.2 crore project promises a sustainable solution to the town's garbage woes. Read the full update.
North Chennai residents face a severe drinking water crisis as the 100MLD Minjur desalination plant remains shut for over a year. Families rely on costly private supplies while Metrowater promises a partial restart by April-May.
Mohali gears up for a major urban overhaul in 2026 with a modern STP, ZLD plant, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Expo City, new sectors, and key highway projects set to redefine infrastructure and sustainability.
UPPCB report reveals Gomti River water in Lucknow is unsafe, with critically low oxygen levels. Experts blame untreated sewage. Discover the alarming details and expert analysis.
Scientists in Malaysia have discovered a bizarre new parasitic plant, Thismia selangorensis, that steals nutrients from fungi. Learn about this rare 'fairy lantern' and its unique survival strategy.
AAP unveils its BMC election manifesto, promising 24x7 clean water, 20,000 litres free monthly per household, and 100% sewage treatment, mirroring its Delhi & Punjab models.
Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant mandates regular checks of STPs, power, and sewer lines in private townships to ensure resident welfare. Read the full directive.
Discover the rare Rheum nobile, or Sikkim Sundari, a Himalayan plant that grows for decades, blooms spectacularly once, and then perishes. Anand Mahindra calls it a 'masterclass in patience'.
Southern Railway begins using 6 million litres daily of recycled sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, a major step for urban water sustainability. Read how it works.