single-use plastic ban

DNA: Ban on single-use plastic products confined to papers only?

In the order issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) of the Ministry of Environment, it was said that from July 1, 2022, 19 types of single-use plastic products will be banned in the whole country. But today, even after two and a half months, this order has remained confined to paper only. Despite the ban, these single-use plastic products are still being used fiercely.

Sep 14, 2022, 23:10 PM IST

DNA: Plastic used in India despite ban

Today in DNA, see plastic is used in India despite the ban. Today we will show a report that will stun you. Know what is the truth behind the ban on 19 types of plastic.

Jul 04, 2022, 23:50 PM IST

DNA: Big decision to ban single-use plastic

Just imagine what will happen if the government says that from tomorrow onwards you will not be able to throw out any plastic waste. So in such a situation, the plastic that you use every day will start getting collected in your house and in a few years, your house will be filled with plastic waste. Now the question is why are we saying this?

Jul 01, 2022, 00:42 AM IST

27-feet high demon, made of plastic bottles set up in Gujarat's Surat

A team of six people were involved in preparing the demon which has now become a centre of attraction for people in the city. The demon was made within a time span of 35 days by using more than 5000 plastic bottles. 

Dec 16, 2019, 20:01 PM IST

Shopkeepers who help nab plastic bag suppliers to be rewarded in Kolkata

Mayor of Kolkata, Firhad Hakim is seen visiting various places to educate people on the matter and help the city go 'plastic-free'. On Sunday, he went to inspect the markets situated in South Kolkata and instructed them to avoid the use of plastic.

Dec 01, 2019, 19:22 PM IST

Delhi trader fined Rs 2 lakh for storing banned polythene bags

As per rules, a fine of Rs 2 lakh is imposed on storing banned plastic worth 100 kg while a Rs 5 lakh fine is imposed for storing banned plastic worth 500 kg.

Sep 26, 2019, 13:11 PM IST

Calcutta High Court orders ban on single-use plastic from October 1

According to Calcutta High Court Registrar General Rabindranath Samanta, the ordered was passed by Calcutta High Court Chief Justice TBN Radhakrishnan.

Sep 25, 2019, 19:00 PM IST

Indian Railways to implement ban on single-use plastic items on trains from October 2

Indian Railways has decided to implement the ban on single-use plastics on trains from October 2.

Sep 25, 2019, 17:55 PM IST