February | 2019 | | Citizen Matters, Chennai

தண்ணீரின் தடமே இல்லாமல் ஏரிகள் வரண்ட நிலமானது ஏன்?

February 28, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

ஆக்கிரமிப்பு மற்றும் அலட்சியப் போக்கால் சென்னையின் ஏரிகள் அவல நிலையில் உள்ளன. இதற்கு யார் காரணம்? நிவர்த்தி என்ன?

Why your waste is causing sleepless nights in Ezhil Nagar and R R Nagar

February 27, 2019 Aruna Natarajan

Serious flaws in garbage collection and disposal, impractical solutions, and corruption to top it all — a public meeting discussed the chaotic waste management ecosystem in the city and how deeply it affects residents living near garbage dumps. However, citizens themselves hold the key to a better system.

With PM10 above national standards, why is Chennai still out of the clean air programme?

February 26, 2019 Aruna Natarajan

Chennai is the only metro left out of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) that lays down a framework to tackle air pollution in 102 cities have not met the clean air standards stipulated. Why is the city excluded, and what does it stand to lose as a result?

Namma Ooru Foundation anniversary event to showcase alternatives for green living

February 25, 2019 News Desk

Environmental organisation Namma Ooru Foundation will be hosting the Namma Green Sandhai to mark its fourth anniversary. Scheduled activities, discussions and alternatives on display seek to promote and facilitate a low-waste lifestyle among citizens.

Chennai Buzz: Voter enrolment camp | Chennai Metro initiatives | Green corridor for ambulances and more…

February 23, 2019 News Desk

Not yet on the voter list? Check here for what may be your last chance, plus several other news from your city over the week gone by — from new initiatives on the Metro to revamp plans for several streets.

Why do we see fewer migratory birds in Pallikaranai?

February 22, 2019 R Sonia

Unabated dumping of garbage in the waters of Pallikaranai and rampant encroachment by the Chennai Corporation as well as the people have dealt a big blow to the biodiversity of the area.

Here’s how you can fight water crisis by recycling greywater!

February 21, 2019 Aruna Natarajan

As Chennai braces for a water-starved summer, here is how you can do your bit to conserve the resource: reduce water consumption by recycling greywater.

Flowing water bodies become parched lands: Where did the water go?

February 20, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

Keezhkattalai and Pallavaram lakes, that once were primary sources of water for irrigation as well as domestic use, now suffer the effects of rampant encroachment, often sanctioned by governments themselves. Restoration work has also been moving at snail’s pace.

Don’t throw your old toys, here’s how to use them to spread smiles

February 19, 2019 News Desk

The 9th Annual Eureka Run organised by Aid India will be held on February 24, 2019 at 5:45 AM at Elliot’s Beach, Chennai. The theme for this year’s run is ‘toy joy.’

குடிநீர் தட்டுப்பாட்டை சமாளிக்க சென்னை தயாராக உள்ளதா?

February 19, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

வரும் கோடை காலத்தில் ஏற்ப்படவுள்ள குடிநீர் தட்டுப்பாட்டை எதிர்கொள்ள சென்னை எவ்வளவு தயாராக உள்ளது?

Chennai Buzz: Mild tremors in city | Heavy penalties for plastic use | Turtle conservation zone…and more

February 16, 2019 News Desk

How much do you have to pay for the maximum distance travelled by Metro? What are the penalties for plastic ban violations? How is Chennai planning to save Olive Ridley turtles? Catch this and more on the weekly news buzz here.

In pictures: The sad truth of plastic use in Chennai, despite ban

February 14, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

Blame it on ineffective implementation by the government or callousness of citizens themselves, but single-use plastic is still seen in many a nook and corner of the city. Here are a few examples.

Water situation ominous; is Chennai prepared for summer ahead?

February 13, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

Groundwater levels around the city have dropped to their lowest in years, lakes have shrunk and major reservoirs are running dry: Chennai stares at a parched few months ahead, though rainfall over 2018 was actually higher than in 2016. What explains the present situation?

Many battles to fight before Chennai wins war against plastic

February 12, 2019 N S Parthasarathy

The goal of ensuring a plastic-free city is a step in the right direction, but the issue of dealing with the already existing and potential plastic waste in the system needs much deeper attention and careful handling.

When Angada meets Hamlet on a Chennai stage

February 11, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

Mythology, epics and historical novels have always been a favourite in Tamil theatre. Today, new age theatre groups in the city are experimenting with them, modernising characters, contexts and weaving in eclectic art forms to take the story to the people.