Bellandur lake spills toxic foam, again

CPI-M MP John Brittas, while responding to reports of a commercial LPG cylinder shortage across several parts of India, criticised the Union government's foreign policy, alleging that it has effectively become a "cheerleader" for Israel and the USA.

The Wular-Manasbal Development Authority (WMDA) has launched a dredging and cleanliness drive at the historic Manasbal Lake to restore its ecological health and enhance its natural beauty.

Rapid urbanisation has led to lake pollution, declining water quality, reduced groundwater recharge and worsening air quality in densely populated areas. To address these issues, the 'Lake and Air Watch' initiative will integrate monitoring systems across departments for coordinated and timely action.

"I am in receipt of representation from the Bangalore Hotels Association (Regd.) regarding concerns related to the continuity of commercial LPG supply to restaurants, hotels and other establishments in the hospitality sector. The restaurant and food service industry relies significantly on commercial LPG for daily kitchen operations. Unlike several other sectors, most commercial kitchens currently do not have immediate alternatives such as PNG connectivity or electric cooking systems at scale," Surya wrote in the letter.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy inaugurated the rejuvenated Nalla Cheruvu lake in Kukatpally and reiterated the state government's commitment to restoring water bodies across Hyderabad to address future urban challenges.