City corpn cleaning 2 lakes
Coimbatore: The city corporation has commenced the preliminary works at Periyakulam and Selvachinthamani lakes as a part of the lake restoration and rejuvenation project under the smart city mission.
Times Of India (Coimbatore)
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Kovai breathes easy on Diwali
The Diwali in the city has been a quiet affair this year if data recorded by the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) is any indication. The data indicate that air and sound pollution has been lower
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Tamil Nadu agriculture minister launches several projects to improve rural road infrastructure
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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University releases 4 new maize varieties at national level
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Source segregation drive begins in 5 streets
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Push for field trials on GM cotton varieties
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Municipal corporation gears up for trial run of round-the-clock water supply
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Test proves Vellalore residents receive polluted groundwater
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Fresh sacks of medical waste found in Vellalore dump yard
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TNPCB officials widen radar to curb illegal dumping of waste
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Drive against plastic loses the steam
Use of plastic bags in shops and supermarkets in the city is still prevalent. The civic body imposed a ban on plastic bags up to 40 microns in May 2011. The use of plastic bags from petty shops to supermarkets