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Three Ride Off To Cross Continents With Message Against E-Waste

Karachi faces a severe water crisis during peak summer, coinciding with Eid-ul-Adha. Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has accused the ruling PPP of gross mismanagement and failure to address the city's chronic water shortages despite 18 years in power. Nearly 70% of the city is reportedly experiencing extended supply disruptions, forcing residents to buy expensive private tankers.

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.

Ethanol-blended petrol is made by mixing ethanol with petrol. Ethanol is a biofuel that is derived from a wide variety of food crops and feed stocks like sugarcane and petrol. Under the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme, the original target for achieving E20 petrol sales.

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.

Damage In Parts Of Industrial Effluent Pipeline Network At Sanwer Road Leading To Leakage

Chronic kidney disease affects millions globally, often silently, with projections indicating it will be the fifth leading cause of death by 2040. Advances in diagnosis and new treatments offer hope, but unequal access to testing and the need for personalized, sex-specific care remain challenges. Early detection and lifestyle changes are crucial for prevention.

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.