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Gurugram Sec 50 locas flag dumped bitumen in green belt for over 2 months

The material has remained unattended since May after road recarpeting. Residents cite respiratory issues, while MCG says removal will begin after monsoon. (HT)

Updated 3 days ago

Haryana tops North in rural cleanliness survey

Rohtak deputy commissioner Sachin Gupta said that the recognition was the result of sustained efforts by the administration in scientific solid and liquid waste management, door-to-door waste collection and source segregation, composting and plastic waste management, soak-pit systems and sanitation infrastructure.

Published 8 days ago

NGT seeks action on untreated sewage, garbage hotspots in Himachal

The NGT has sought a fresh compliance report from the Himachal Pradesh government and listed the matter for further hearing on January 20, 2027. (HT Photo for representation)

Published 13 days ago

NGT asks MCG to submit detailed timeline for clearing Bandhwari landfill waste

NGT also directed the MCG to address the issue of continuous fresh dumping of waste at the location. (Hindustan Times)

Updated 21 days ago

LMC clears AI-based air pollution monitoring plan

LMC executive committee meeting held at Shivri Plant in Lucknow on Monday (HT Photo)

Updated 25 days ago

MCD to empanel vendors to process garbage from bulk waste generators

BWGs include entities that produce more than 100kg of waste per day, buildings with an area of 20,000 sqms or more, or water consumption of 40,000 litres per day or more. (HT Archive)

Published 33 days ago

Delhi CM joins floodplain cleaning drive along Yamuna

The collected materials, Gupta said, will undergo scientific and systematic recycling (Hindustan Times)

Published 33 days ago

Waste processing infra set up in Greater Noida

The initiative aims to strengthen waste segregation at source, improve recycling, and support workers engaged in waste collection and processing. (HT Photo)

Published 39 days ago

Reporter’s Diary: Another deadline buried under dumped waste in Gurugram

An incomplete boundary wall at the MCG Beriwala Bagh secondary garbage collection point on the NH-48 service road near Mini Secretariat, seen on June 10. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published 40 days ago

4 vehicles fined for dumping garbage in Greater Noida’s Zeta-1

Illegal dumping of waste collected from residential societies continues to be a major sanitation and environmental concern in Greater Noida. (HT Photos)

Published 43 days ago

Gurugram woman proving zero- waste begins at home

Monika Gulati is inspiring and educating young minds about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainable living. (Parveen Kumar/HT PHOTO)

Published 50 days ago

Gurugram DC orders faster clean-up of Bandhwari legacy waste, new drone survey

Officials have been asked to assess the remaining garbage through drone mapping and prepare an updated disposal strategy. (HT Archive)

Published 53 days ago

Env conservation not just limited to planting drives: Union Min

The event was attended by the state environment Rao Narbir Singh, Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, senior government officials, environmental experts and representatives of civic bodies. (HT)

Published 56 days ago

India can unlock economic value through smarter waste management

Waste Management

Published 57 days ago

A Ggm woman’s aim to promote waste management

Smita Ahuja (HT)

Published 57 days ago

MCG to launch two-day citywide cleanliness drive on Environment Day

Authorities will document waste sites, upload before-and-after photos and track clean-up efforts through a dedicated portal. (HT Archive)

Published 58 days ago

Centre claims choe pollution under control, waste processing adequate

A recent amicus report before the NGT found high faecal coliform and BOD levels in all major choes, indicating continued sewage contamination. (HT File)

Published 60 days ago

Gurugram locals flag garbage woes as team finish cleanliness audit

Locals flag sanitation issues in Sector 23A, seen on Saturday, as Swachh Survekshan survey concludes in Gurugram. (HT Photo)

Published 62 days ago

In the dumps: Mohali faces solid waste disposal crisis

Garbage strewn along the Airport Road near TDI City. (Ravi Kumar/ HT)

Published 69 days ago

Non-segregation, dumping, burning of waste to draw legal action in Chandigarh

The committee also reviewed directions issued by the Supreme Court in recent orders and directed all stakeholders to comply within stipulated timelines. (HT Photo for representation)

Published 72 days ago

Goa's first waste-to-energy plant starts at Sonsoddo in Margao

Goa's first waste-to-energy plant starts at Sonsoddo in Margao

Published 73 days ago

Study finds gaps in waste management in Delhi

More than 37 percent of the 1,006 open burnings recorded across Delhi from December 2025 to April 2026 were set simply to clear accumulated garbage, according to the study (HT)

Published 77 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 79 days ago

Leopard capture in Chakan MIDC raises fresh concerns over waste mismanagement

Leopard capture in Chakan MIDC raises fresh concerns over waste mismanagement

Published 80 days ago

Ludhiana: Waste on Basti Jodhewal-Sherpur road a safety risk, flag commuters

Garbage along the Sherpur-Basti Jodhewal stretch of the national highway in Ludhiana. (HT File)

Published 82 days ago

Panchkula, Ambala vote today

EVM machine distribution for MC election in Panchkula (Sant Arora/HT)

Published 83 days ago

Treat cleanliness as a ‘public movement’, min tells civic bodies

Issuing a stern message to civic officials, Sharma said executive officers of municipalities and nagar panchayats would be held accountable for lapses in sanitation and civic management. (File Photo)

Published 84 days ago

Ludhiana: Waste from dairies not being processed as per contract, alleges senior deputy mayor

MC contractor accused of dumping waste at Jainpur plant instead of converting it into fuel or manure as per the contract. (Gurpreet Singh/ HT)

Published 87 days ago

MCD allocates ₹48 crore to step up Delhi's garbage cleanup

MCD allocates <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>48 crore to step up Delhi's garbage cleanup

Published 88 days ago

MC elections: In the dumps, Panchkula’s garbage crisis persists

In its manifesto, the BJP has committed to spending approximately <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>100 crore on door-to-door lifting and scientific disposal, effectively promising to double the current expenditure. (Sant Arora/HT)

Published 89 days ago

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