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BMC launches citywide cleanliness drive after Bombay HC order

Plastic garbage washed ashore at Juhu Beach in Mumbai following high tides and monsoon rains, as Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) workers carry out a clean-up operation to clear the debris from the shoreline in mumbai, India, on Sunday, August 02, 2026.

Published 23 hours ago

Woman stunned by spotless public washroom in Dubai: ‘Cleaner than many homes’

A woman showed the inside of a clean public washroom in Dubai, calling it cleaner than many homes.

Published 2 days ago

CM Shivakumar launches 'Freedom from Waste' in Bengaluru, warns against illegal dumping

CM Shivakumar launches 'Freedom from Waste' in Bengaluru, warns against illegal dumping

Published 2 days ago

Indian woman questions ‘civic sense’ after spotting litter in Amsterdam

An Indian woman highlighted litter on a central Amsterdam street.

Published 21 days ago

Indian woman shares 'culture shock' after visiting Sri Lanka: ‘Not one pothole’

The woman shared several observations from her week-long trip to Sri Lanka.

Updated 22 days ago

‘Different from Delhi’: Traveller shares first impressions of Chennai

Traveller compares his first Chennai experience with Delhi.

Published 39 days ago

Indian woman amazed by Dubai’s cleanliness, calls it ‘Disney World’

An Indian woman shared why Dubai’s cleanliness and road discipline left her deeply impressed.

Published 45 days ago

Indian woman says J&K is as beautiful as Switzerland, says one thing is missing

An Indian woman praised India’s beauty after visiting Switzerland, but said public cleanliness needs improvement.

Published 45 days ago

Ludhiana: Ojasvi Alankar takes charge as MC chief

Ojasvi Alankar, the new MC commissioner said special emphasis would be laid on maintaining cleanliness across the city. (HT photo)

Published 48 days ago

‘Don’t visit Sikkim if you litter’: Anand Mahindra sparks civic sense debate

Anand Mahindra shared a video showcasing Sikkim’s strict stance on cleanliness.

Updated 69 days ago

Indian woman praises China’s cleanliness, questions civic sense in India

An Indian woman said she was amazed to see no litter in crowded public places in China.

Published 72 days ago

‘The train is sparkling’: Woman praises Vande Bharat sleeper coach interiors

A woman gave a glimpse inside a Vande Bharat sleeper coach and urged passengers to keep the train clean.

Updated 72 days ago

Indian woman points out trash in South Korea’s Jeju City, video goes viral

An Indian woman shared a video of litter near Jeju City’s coast, saying cleanliness depended on collective effort.

Updated 81 days ago

Indian man says Sri Lanka felt ‘cleaner, calmer and cheaper’ than India

An Indian man shared that Sri Lanka reminded him of what Goa felt like before overcrowding increased.

Published 86 days ago

Steel mirrors deployed in Mysuru to discourage public urination

Steel mirrors deployed in Mysuru to discourage public urination

Published 87 days ago

Pune woman flags litter inside bull installation on JM Road

A Pune woman highlighted litter inside a bull sculpture on JM Road.

Published 90 days ago

US vlogger flags litter around Hyderabad’s Charminar, video goes viral

A US vlogger showed Charminar’s beauty while hiding trash with zoom, drawing mixed reactions online.

Updated 92 days ago

Multilevel facility: ‘Poor infra, fire safety’, MC lists Sector-17 parking overhaul

Sanjay Arora instructed that the automatic slip-generating mechanism be upgraded for improved efficiency and transparency. (HT File)

Published 100 days ago

‘War room’, ward-level KPIs to drive BMC’s cleanliness push

Navi Mumbai, India - Feb. 10, 2025: Garbage lying on the roads in NMMC area, due to NMMC contract workers call strike at Koparkhairane in Navi Mumbai, India, on Monday, February 10, 2025. (Photo by Bachchan Kumar/ HT PHOTO) (HT PHOTO)

Published 111 days ago

Warnings, penalties failed to fix Lucknow’s sanitation woes: Suresh Khanna

State finance minister Suresh Khanna, mayor Sushma Kharakwal and other LMC officials inspecting the Bhoothnath market, in Lucknow on Saturday. (HT PHOTO)

Published 120 days ago

‘Sri Lanka has embarrassed me’: Indian woman questions India’s beach cleanliness

An Indian woman reflected on Sri Lanka’s beaches, saying the issue is not money but mindset.

Updated 121 days ago

Working to secure first rank in cleanliness: Karnal mayor

The mayor stated that eight colonies have been approved during her current term and 95 cases, including 50 colonies and 45 patches, have been sent to the government for consideration. (HT File)

Published 123 days ago

Woman shares messy flight seats after landing, questions passengers’ civic sense

A woman posted images of littered flight seats after landing, sparking debate online about civic sense and passenger behaviour.

Published 127 days ago

Gurugram: MCG chief calls for daily inspections to monitor sanitation work

Drive targets dumping, littering and banned plastic use; daily monitoring ordered to improve on-ground conditions. (HT Archive)

Published 130 days ago

Indian man calls out fellow Indians for littering at Kazakhstan airport

A man flagged littering at a Kazakhstan airport, with the clip triggering discussion on behaviour abroad.

Published 134 days ago

US vlogger challenges ‘India is dirty’ stereotype after visiting Kochi

A US vlogger defended India’s cleanliness after visiting Kochi, said perceptions do not reflect reality.

Updated 133 days ago

A Gurugram man shaping future of 60 children

Vijay Ram Rattan during his visit to the children. (HT)

Published 136 days ago

Indian techie on how Singapore changed him as a person: ‘You feel guilty if…’

Aman, an Indian based in Singapore, talks about how the city changed his habits

Updated 141 days ago

Vlogger confronts man for throwing garbage outside Delhi Metro station

A vlogger filmed a man throwing garbage on a road.

Published 142 days ago

Chandigarh: Caught littering but can’t pay the fine? Get a broom ready

The initiative aims to transform penalties into opportunities for public participation while reinforcing the importance of maintaining cleanliness in Chandigarh. (HT)

Published 144 days ago

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