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Jamshedpur's civic bodies are enhancing waste management with 15 new electronic garbage vans. This initiative targets slum pockets and low-lying areas, ensuring better door-to-door collection. The move supports the Swachh Bharat Mission 2025-26. Increased staff and compact vehicles will improve sanitation and public health across Mango and JNAC jurisdictions.

A young inventor named Kelvin Doe gained fame for building electronic devices from discarded waste. He created batteries, generators, and even a radio station. Doe's ingenuity highlights creativity in challenging environments. His story also sheds light on the global issue of electronic waste and its health risks. This remarkable achievement showcases resourcefulness against scarcity.

Public representatives, officials to jointly tour constituencies for on-the-spot grievance redressal

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation is auctioning 19 tonnes of e-waste, including 9 tonnes of old electric wires, to manage accumulated hazardous materials. A Central Pollution Control Board-empanelled private party will process the waste, aiming for scientific recycling to recover up to 90% of metals. Special Saturday collection drives since 2023 have seen increased public participation in depositing e-waste.

Delhi's Mundka toll plaza is testing Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling, allowing vehicles to pass without stopping. This barrierless system, set to go live nationwide, deducts tolls automatically via FASTag, eliminating congestion and saving time and fuel for commuters.

In a significant push towards cleaner urban living, Patna Municipal Corporation is dedicating Rs 69 crore to establish six modern garbage transfer stations. Set to handle 1,650 tonnes of waste each day, these facilities will effectively compact waste, thus curbing open dumping and facilitating smoother transport to disposal sites.

New Roads To Be Constructed In Three Key Townships Too

Delhi's draft EV Policy 2026-2030 aims to combat air pollution by accelerating electric vehicle adoption. Key features include tax exemptions for affordable EVs, mandatory electrification of three-wheelers and government fleets, and expansion of charging infrastructure. The policy seeks to build a supportive ecosystem for clean mobility.