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plastic ban

PMC to conduct weekly river clean-up drives

PMC commissioner Naval Kishore Ram, mayor Manjusha Nagpure among others performing aarti at Mutha ghat in Vitthalwadi as a part of river festival. (HT)
Published on Apr 23, 2026 04:04 am IST

PCMC steps up enforcement to make city plastic-free

In line with the Maharashtra Government’s notification dated July 15, 2022, the ban covers all single-use plastic products and those with plastic coatings or layers—such as plastic-laminated paper cups, plates, bowls, spoons, and containers. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Nov 07, 2025 06:16 am IST

Karnataka to enforce complete ban on plastic in state-run temples from August 15

Revenue Minister and Muzrai Minister Ramalinga Reddy.
Published on Aug 14, 2025 12:48 pm IST

PMC bans paper cups and plastic items in offices

Notably, the use of paper cups for tea has also been prohibited due to their inner plastic lining, which makes them non-biodegradable. (HT)
Published on Jul 28, 2025 06:30 am IST

Plastic menace continues on last Bada Mangal

Plastic waste discarded on a street in Lucknow’s Hazratganj on Tuesday (Mushtaq Ali/HT)
Published on Jun 11, 2025 07:22 am IST