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Arunachal guv calls for collective responsibility to keep Itanagar clean

Arunachal guv calls for collective responsibility to keep Itanagar clean

Published on Feb 17, 2026, 5:18 PM IST

MC launches Swachh Rankings for Chandigarh schools

Schools will be assessed under parameters including visible cleanliness, source segregation, litter bins, on-site composting, toilets, IEC and aspirational indicators, RRR centres, environmental sustainability, eco-clubs and single use plastic ban. (File)

Published on Feb 4, 2026, 8:50 AM IST

Tourists in Japan Are Baffled: Where Are the Trash Cans?

Kat Day learned to carry a bag for her trash.

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 9:57 AM IST

Woman shares photos of spotless Indore, asks why rest of India can’t do it

An Indian-American woman expressed admiration after visiting Indore.

Published on Jan 31, 2026, 3:03 PM IST

Delhi govt releases ₹500 crore to MCD to strengthen sanitation across capital

Delhi govt releases <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>500 crore to MCD to strengthen sanitation across capital

Published on Jan 30, 2026, 11:03 PM IST

Padma Shri for Chandigarh’s 88-year-old tireless cleanliness crusader

Inderjit Singh Sidhu (HT Photo)

Published on Jan 26, 2026, 6:22 AM IST

Ex-IPS Inderjit Sidhu, 88, who cleans his city's streets, gets Padma Shri

Inderjit Singh Sidhu gets out every morning at 6 am to collect litter from the streets, disturbed by the daily sight of garbage piling up in the area.

Updated on Jan 25, 2026, 5:55 PM IST

Indian woman’s Tokyo video shows restaurant staff cleaning vomit by hand

An Indian woman posted a Tokyo video where restaurant staff cleaned vomit without hesitation.

Published on Jan 22, 2026, 7:32 PM IST

Cyclist flags littering in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk despite dustbins. Video

A man flagged poor civic behaviour in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk after showing litter scattered around even with dustbins in place.

Published on Jan 14, 2026, 8:00 PM IST

Chandigarh: 16 residents penalised after trash inspection by MC

The MC has appealed to citizens to cooperate with civic authorities and adopt responsible waste disposal practices. (HT Photo)

Published on Jan 9, 2026, 9:04 AM IST

MCG readies ₹327-cr revamp of door-to-door garbage collection in Gurugram

After five revisions and an 18-month delay, the proposal allocates budgets by population density and extends contract tenure to seven years. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Jan 6, 2026, 7:20 AM IST

Ludhiana: Opposition councillors protest ‘arbitrary’ transfer of sanitation staff in district

Municipal commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal has said he would look into the matter and address their complaints. (HT File)

Published on Jan 3, 2026, 6:40 AM IST

Celebrate Republic Day in clean, safe environment: Directives to govt schools in UP

Celebrate Republic Day in clean, safe environment: Directives to govt schools in UP

Published on Dec 31, 2025, 8:00 AM IST

Ludhiana: Senior dy mayor, MC chief tour city on scooter for cleanliness check

Senior deputy mayor Rakesh Prashar and MC commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal during inspection in Ludhiana on Wednesday. (HT Photo)

Published on Dec 25, 2025, 5:58 AM IST

All govt schools in Haryana directed to maintain clean toilets

All govt schools in Haryana directed to maintain clean toilets

Published on Dec 20, 2025, 4:36 AM IST

Man compares Sri Lanka with India, says Europe comparison not needed

A man’s post said there was no need to compare India with Europe, arguing a neighbouring country showed better air, roads and civic sense.

Published on Dec 14, 2025, 6:16 PM IST

Scottish traveller’s verdict on India and Pakistan sparks debate online

Hugh, a Scottish traveller and content creator.

Published on Dec 3, 2025, 6:09 PM IST

Make Khichdi Mela in Gorakhpur a ‘zero-waste event’: CM Yogi to officials

The fair must set a new benchmark in terms of measures for cleanliness and waste management. (File)

Updated on Nov 29, 2025, 8:05 PM IST

Indian man films littered Amsterdam street: 'Inki civic sense dekh lo'

A clip posted by an Indian man showing garbage on an Amsterdam road triggered mixed reactions.

Published on Nov 29, 2025, 7:57 PM IST

Bihar youth politely urges train passengers to stop littering, video goes viral

Unlike the usual loud campaigns or dramatic awareness drives, this young man chose a calm and direct approach.

Updated on Nov 27, 2025, 7:00 PM IST

Connaught Place’s each block gets officer for cleanliness

Officials said they are planning to impose fines on littering. (File photo)

Published on Nov 17, 2025, 4:00 AM IST

Delhi CM carries out surprise checks in Tehkhand and Tughlakabad

The CM has directed ministers and senior officials from all departments to intensify sanitation efforts across the city. (HT photo)

Published on Nov 15, 2025, 5:16 AM IST

Vacant plot owners in Bengaluru to face fines for neglecting cleanliness: Report

The Commissioner directed immediate clean-up of littered sites and special sanitation drives in Bengaluru North Corporation to address hygiene issues raised by residents.

Updated on Nov 11, 2025, 4:21 PM IST

Indian man in US says cities stay spotless due to abundant dustbins. Watch

A video showed an Indian man in the United States highlighting how frequent garbage bins kept the streets clean during his walk home.

Published on Nov 7, 2025, 10:05 PM IST

Ludhiana MC issues over 50 challans for open dumping of garbage

A civic body team issuing a challan in Ludhiana on Tuesday. (HT Photo)

Published on Nov 5, 2025, 5:04 AM IST

Drive to clear dust from roads gains momentum in Gurugram, councillors to oversee cleanliness

Dust seen alongside a road in Gurugram (HT Photo)

Published on Nov 1, 2025, 4:34 AM IST

Commissioner RC Bidhan directs overhaul of sanitation system in Gurugram

Bidhan set a three-day deadline for visible improvement in sanitation across Gurugram. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Oct 30, 2025, 4:32 AM IST

Chhath in Gurugram marked by green practices, clean-up drives

Organisers stress plastic-free celebration and cleanliness; devotees to conclude rituals Tuesday with Usha Arghya to the rising sun. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Oct 28, 2025, 3:57 AM IST

MCG targets major roads, waste hotspots in 3-month cleanliness push

Officials said the campaign will formally begin on Haryana Day (November 1) as part of a 90-day special sanitation and pollution-control initiative. (HT archive)

Published on Oct 25, 2025, 8:26 AM IST

HC pulls up Chandigarh administration over inaction against mandi staff

The direction came in response to an affidavit filed by the UT administration after the high court had taken suo motu cognisance of the unsanitary conditions (Representational Image)

Published on Oct 23, 2025, 6:04 AM IST

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