Kerala's inaugural skin bank at Thiruvananthapuram Govt Medical College Hospital starts processing donated skin for burn victims, a Rs 6.75 crore facility aiming for world-class treatment. Read more.
A Chandigarh court awarded Rs 1.3 lakh compensation to a doctor who needed plastic surgery after a neighbour's dog attack in 2020. The court found the pet owners negligent and in violation of municipal bylaws.
Pune's Mission City Chakra transforms 655+ schools, banning plastic tiffins & bottles. Over 80,000 students adopt sustainable habits, aiming for a zero-waste India. Join the change!
Noida Authority fines Blinkit Rs 1 lakh for solid waste management violations after inspection. Anti-plastic drives confiscate hundreds of kg of banned plastic across city markets.
Karnataka cracks down on plastic pollution in Mysuru. A new task force will enforce bans, following raids that seized 26,000 tons of material. Read about the comprehensive action plan.
CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu accuses opponents of misinformation, outlines ambitious plans for a plastic-free Andhra by June 2026 and industrial growth in Anakapalli. Read his full vision.
A Swachhta rally in Jalandhar mobilized citizens against plastic pollution. Led by MC Commissioner, the event emphasized segregation and a cleaner city. Join the movement!
A leopard entered a Mira Bhayandar flat, severely injuring 23-year-old Anjali Tak. Her face was deeply lacerated. The attack led to seven injuries. Read about the rescue and state aid.
Bengaluru's waste management agency is now financially self-sustaining by monetising low-value plastic under EPR. It earns a net Rs 1000 per tonne, diverting hundreds of tonnes from landfills daily. Read how the city is winning.
Plastic food containers are kitchen staples, but wear and tear can make them unsafe. Learn the 6 critical signs to replace them and tips for safe, long-lasting use.
A massive fire erupted at a plastic recycling plant in Thalassery, Kerala. Firefighters are battling the blaze. No casualties reported so far. Stay updated.
Tired of dust and hair stuck in your broom? Discover the viral plastic wrap sweeping hack that makes cleaning floors easier, faster, and more hygienic. Try it today!
A Bengaluru NGO's student team discovers microplastics in salt samples, highlighting a serious environmental and public health concern. Learn about the sources and risks.
A major fire broke out at a plastic goods godown in Secunderabad's Monda Market. Caused by a suspected short-circuit, it damaged stock worth lakhs. Read the full report on the incident and response.
Elite Ester Industries and Loop Industries' JV awards detailed engineering contract to Toyo India for their Infinite Loop PET recycling facility in India. A major step for circular economy.
Kurseong's non-biodegradable waste is building a 4.42 km road to Noldara village. Using 1,846.56 kg of plastic pellets, this GTA first boosts infrastructure and fights pollution. Discover the sustainable model.
Discover a simple, space-saving method to grow fresh garlic bulbs and greens year-round on your balcony or windowsill using recycled plastic bottles. Perfect for beginners and apartment dwellers.
The Trump administration expands its travel ban to 39 countries, impacting students and travellers. Full list, exemptions, and key details for affected nationals explained.
Ventura Foods recalls 3,556 salad dressing cases across 42 US states due to black plastic found in ingredients. Brands like Hidden Valley and Costco items affected. Check your pantry now.
Religious leaders in Mangaluru resolve to end open dumping via awareness. They plan campaigns from institutions, SWM at religious centres, and a strict plastic ban. Read more.
Pakistan extends its airspace ban for Indian aircraft until January 23, 2026, impacting airlines and military flights. India maintains reciprocal restrictions. Full details inside.
Gujarat govt bans storage & sale of tobacco rolling paper, citing toxic chemicals & rising youth drug abuse. Police conduct raids in Surat, Vadodara. Details inside.
US President Donald Trump has added seven new countries to his controversial travel ban list. Find out which nations are affected and what it means for global travel.
US President Donald Trump expands controversial travel restrictions to include Syria, Palestine, and five other nations. Full details on the new policy and its global impact.
The Trump administration doubles its travel restrictions, adding 20 countries and Palestinian Authority documents. Critics call it a discriminatory move disguised as national security. Details inside.
Delhi announces strict fuel ban for vehicles without valid PUC certificates from December 18. BS-IV cars from NCR also face entry restrictions. Get your PUC now!
Noida Authority imposes a Rs 5 lakh penalty on Blinkit's cloud kitchen for flouting solid waste management rules and using banned plastic. Details on the inspection and wider crackdown inside.
The Trump administration expands its immigration crackdown, adding five full and 15 partial travel bans. The move follows a shooting in Washington and aims to restrict migration from specific countries. Read the full details.
Delhi's ban on non-BS VI vehicles disrupts life for lakhs in NCR. Over 11 lakh vehicles in Gurgaon, Noida & Ghaziabad affected. Residents call it abrupt and impractical. Read more.
The Trump administration has widened its controversial travel ban, adding five nations to the full entry prohibition list and imposing new restrictions on 15 others. Read the full details and implications.