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New Indian Express
8 hours ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Minister Lokesh pushes for housing, infrastructure in Mangalagiri
GUNTUR: HRD, IT, and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh has directed officials to ensure the distribution of house site pattas to 2,000 families in Mangalagiri constituency by August as part of the second phase of the land distribution scheme. During a review meeting at his Undavalli residence, Lokesh, who is also the Mangalagiri MLA, said land worth Rs 1,000 crore had already been issued to 3,000 families in the area. He stressed the need for speedy land acquisition for TIDCO housing projects and the development of parks near colonies in the constituency. Additionally, Lokesh also reviewed progress on integrated underground utilities, covering drainage, water, gas, and electricity, in the Mangalagiri-Tadepalli Municipal Corporation. He underscored the need for the timely completion of 31 community halls, 26 parks, and crematoriums being developed under CSR and government funds. Furthermore, the minister instructed officials to expedite flood-control works in Mahanadu Colony along with park development, and to complete the model library near the Lakshminarasimha Swamy temple and Nidamaru model village by September. Plans are underway to upgrade Mangalagiri Eco Park into an adventure destination and to launch projects like the Smart Street Bazaar with 350 stalls, a Rs 2-crore fish market at Polakampadu, and a Gems and Jewellery Park. The officials were also tasked with ensuring pothole-free roads, better traffic management, and full streetlight coverage. Officials from the corporation and other departments were present.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
New lights, fountains & sound show: Leisure Valley Park set for revamp
Gurgaon: From fountain renovation and improved lighting to a new open gym and boundary wall, a slew of infrastructure upgrade projects are underway at Leisure Valley Park in Sector 29. The project, undertaken by GMDA and supported by CSR funding, will involve landscaping, beautification work, renovation of fountains, installing streetlights and equipment for a new open gym, along with rebuilding a boundary wall and toilets. With numerous residents flocking to the park everyday and following long-standing complaints about poor maintenance, GMDA has decided to give the park a facelift. Recently, GMDA had floated a tender for 250 steetlights at an estimated cost of Rs 1.4 crore. "The walking paths become pitch dark after sunset. Installing streetlights should have been a priority years ago," said Sudhir Sachdeva, a resident of Sushant Lok-1 and a frequent visitor at the park. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon A light and sound system will also be ready by Aug, but the theme of the show is yet to be finalised by GMDA. The show will use 3D projection mapping on a water screen, synchronised audio, laser visuals, and high-pressure fountain nozzles to create a rich narrative. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cách giao dịch ETH/USD mà không cần nắm giữ Ether IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The idea behind re-constructing the park's boundary wall, parts of which have deteriorated over time, is to prevent encroachments, officials said. Moreover, GMDA has floated a Rs 25 lakh tender for a second open-air gym. An automobile company is undertaking renovation and seepage repair of all seven fountains in the park under CSR.
Barnama
a day ago
- Health
- Barnama
PETRONAS Gas Berhad Launches ‘TENANG' Mental Health Support Programme For Affected Residents In Putra Heights
KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) today launched 'TENANG: Healing Hearts, Rebuilding Lives', a dedicated mental health and psychosocial support initiative under its PGBConnects' Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework. The programme was developed to assist residents impacted by the April 2025 incident in Putra Heights, particularly those in Taman Putra Harmoni and Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru. Implemented in collaboration with Naluri and Hospital Putrajaya, and supported by Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat (JKM) Selangor, TENANG offers structured, confidential psychological support to over 455 households, addressing emotional needs that may continue long after physical recovery efforts are completed.
Fibre2Fashion
2 days ago
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
bluesign celebrates 25 years driving global textile sustainability
2025 marks a pivotal milestone for bluesign, the global authority in sustainable chemical and environmental management for the textile and fashion industry, as it celebrates 25 years of advancing cleaner, safer, and more responsible manufacturing practices across the global supply chain. Since 2000, the Swiss-founded company has led the global charge towards a more sustainable future, developing a science-based, input stream management system to eliminate harmful substances at the source of textile production. Now spanning 900+ system partners across the globe, bluesign continues to deliver measurable reduction in environmental impact at an unprecedented scale. The company sets the global benchmark for responsible production with stringent criteria for chemical use, environmental performance, and resource efficiency, and serves as a one-stop resource for navigating ESG and upcoming legislation (CSDDD, CSR, ESPR, DPP etc), helping partners stay ahead of global compliance standards while embedding verified sustainability into every stage of production. In 2025, bluesign celebrates 25 years of driving sustainable change in the textile industry. With 900+ global partners, it leads in safer chemistry, reduced environmental impact, and verified sustainability. Its science-based system ensures transparency, compliance, and continuous improvement, setting the benchmark for responsible production worldwide. Then & Now: A Mission That Endures From its inception, bluesign's mission has remained clear: remove harmful chemicals from textile production from the beginning, and hence ensure safer working conditions, reduced harm on the environment, and deliver safer products for consumers. Over 25 years, this mission has only strengthened, evolving to meet global challenges like PFAS elimination, decarbonization, and circularity, while driving continuous improvement across the industry. Measurable Impact at Scale The bluesign System enables its partners to make verified, measurable progress toward sustainability goals: Safer chemistry and materials: Over 28,000 chemical products and 70,000 textile materials carry the bluesign APPROVED status, signaling compliance with the strictest industry criteria and elimination of hazardous substances including CMRs and PFAS. Environmental Performance: Since 2019, bluesign System Partner manufacturers have collectively achieved the following improvements in environmental footprint: Global Reach: The bluesign network now includes over 900 System Partners across the world, including chemical suppliers, textile mills, manufacturers, and brands. Worker & Consumer Safety: The bluesign System ensures safe conditions for workers and non-toxic products for consumers, built on a foundation of transparency and accountability. Why It Matters: A Holistic, Verified Approach bluesign's unique value lies in its holistic system, which tracks and verifies impact at every stage—from chemical inputs to final product. The independent, science-based verification process goes beyond traditional certification to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous sustainability improvements, building trust with stakeholders and empowering the industry to move forward responsibly. Looking Ahead: The Next 25 Years As the industry faces new challenges, including circularity and legislative shifts, bluesign continues advancing solutions that protect workers, consumers, and the environment, and remains committed to innovation and global impact. As the industry faces new challenges, including due diligence, extended producer responsibility, and digital product passports, legislative shifts under the EU Green Deal, and rising expectations around circularity, bluesign remains committed to innovation and impact. 'bluesign was born out of a bold idea, that sustainability could be embedded into the DNA of product creation,' said Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO of bluesign technologies . 'Twenty-five years later, we're proud to be a beacon of trust, innovation, and responsibility, and to partner with industry leaders worldwide in building a more sustainable future together.' To commemorate its 25th anniversary, bluesign will host a series of events, expert panels, and global activations celebrating the progress of its partners and educating the industry on the future of sustainable textiles. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (HU)
Fashion Value Chain
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
bluesign® Celebrates 25 Years of Textile Innovation
Bluesign Celebrates 25 Years as a Global Leader in Sustainable Textile Innovation In 2025, bluesign® marks a major milestone—25 years at the forefront of sustainable innovation in the textile and fashion industry. Since its founding in 2000 in Switzerland, bluesign has become the global authority on chemical and environmental management, transforming how the industry approaches cleaner, safer, and more responsible production across global supply chains. From the beginning, bluesign introduced a pioneering, science-driven input stream management system that removes hazardous substances right at the source of textile production. Today, with a global network of over 900 system partners, bluesign drives real, measurable reductions in environmental impact—setting the industry's highest standards for responsible manufacturing. Its rigorous criteria for chemical safety, environmental performance, and resource efficiency serve as a one-stop solution for navigating ESG strategies and aligning with fast-evolving global regulations (including CSDDD, CSR, ESPR, and DPP). Then & Now: A Lasting Mission bluesign's mission has always been clear: eliminate harmful chemicals at the origin of textile manufacturing to ensure safer working conditions, minimize environmental damage, and deliver safer consumer products. Over 25 years, that mission has remained steadfast, while evolving to tackle today's urgent challenges like PFAS elimination, decarbonization, and circularity. 'bluesign was born out of a bold idea, that sustainability could be embedded into the DNA of product creation,' said Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO of bluesign technologies. Proven Impact at Scale The bluesign® System empowers its partners to achieve verified sustainability improvements: Safer chemistry and materials : More than 28,000 chemical products and over 70,000 textile materials now carry the bluesign APPROVED label, guaranteeing compliance with the strictest safety and environmental standards—including the exclusion of carcinogens, mutagens, reprotoxins (CMRs), and PFAS. Environmental performance : Since 2019, bluesign System Partner manufacturers have shown consistent reductions in their environmental footprints. Global network : With 900+ partners—ranging from chemical suppliers and textile mills to brands and manufacturers—bluesign's reach spans the globe. Worker and consumer safety: The system ensures safe workplace conditions and non-toxic final products, grounded in transparency and independent verification. Why It Matters: Verified Sustainability at Every Stage bluesign's strength lies in its holistic, independently verified system. From raw materials to the finished product, it tracks and measures impact, ensuring continuous improvement. This goes far beyond conventional certifications, offering a robust solution that builds trust with consumers, regulators, and stakeholders. Looking Ahead: The Next 25 Years As the textile and fashion industries navigate major changes—including circular economy demands, regulatory shifts under the EU Green Deal, and the push for digital product passports—bluesign remains committed to global impact and cutting-edge innovation. 'Twenty-five years later, we're proud to be a beacon of trust, innovation, and responsibility, and to partner with industry leaders worldwide in building a more sustainable future together,' added Rüfenacht. To honor this milestone, bluesign will host a global series of celebrations, expert panels, and activations to spotlight partner success stories and help prepare the industry for the next era of sustainable transformation.
