[ad_1] Steven McIntoshEntertainment reporterGetty ImagesThe closing credits of 2021's No Time To Die, the most recent film in the 007 series, ended with a familiar message: "James Bond will return."But for the last few years,…
Private firm appoints 128 former waste collectors
[ad_1] Mayor R. Priya on Wednesday distributed appointment orders to 128 former waste collectors from the Kodungaiyur dumping yard to work as e-vehicle drivers and sanitation workers in Chennai Enviro Solutions Private Limited (CESPL), a…
Residents complain of poor waste management by contractor
[ad_1] Residents across North Chennai have voiced concern over poor waste management by private contractors, even as Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) officials say that garbage is removed whenever complaints are raised.Residents, however, insist that proactive measures…
US gastroenterologist explains why most supplements are waste…
[ad_1] In today’s health-conscious world, it seems like everyone is taking some kind of supplement, whether it’s vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies, or protein powders. With so many claims about boosting immunity, improving digestion, or enhancing…
Unclear rules on construction and demolition and bulk…
[ad_1] Residents say building materials and construction debris are left dumped on the pavement for months, causing them inconvenience. | Photo Credit: B. VELANKANNIRAJ Residents have raised concern over ambiguities in the rules covering management…
GCC councillors raise concern over construction and demolition…
[ad_1] Councillors say construction and demolition waste gets dumped at undesignated spots or below bridges. | Photo Credit: B. VELANKANNI RAJ Concern over construction and demolition waste mismanagement, illegal dumping, and encroachments were raised at…
‘Swachh Shehar Jodi’ launched to help 200 cities…
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: In an initiative aimed at helping around 200 cities effectively manage and process their municipal solid waste, govt on Saturday launched 'Swachh Shehar Jodi' (SSJ) programme. The initiative officially pairs mentor cities…
CM Siddaramaiah pulls up civic officials over potholes…
[ad_1] Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inspecting roads during his city rounds in Bengaluru on Saturday. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT After his government faced public outrage and a social media backlash, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah conducted city…
PCB asks panchayat to submit action-taken report on…
[ad_1] The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (PCB) has written to Vadavucode-Puthecruz panchayat to submit an action-taken report on illegal plastic waste dumping on a private land at Brahmapuram.The District Office (Ernakulam-2) of the Board…