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Delhi air pollution: Relentless firecracker bursting during Diwali shrouds city in smog

According to the DPCC, the highest pollution levels are anticipated in early November as incidents of stubble burning in

The Hindu 1 Nov 2024 1:30 am

UK apologizes for child's death in case that made air pollution in low-income areas a national issue

The British government has apologized for the death of a 9-year-old girl who is believed to be the first person in the U

ABC News 31 Oct 2024 10:24 pm

Delhi pollution: 'Celebrate Diwali with diyas and not by burning crackers', says Gopal Rai

Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai urges people to avoid burning crackers on Diwali to curb air pollution, as the city

The Times of India 31 Oct 2024 1:11 pm

Crackers light up Chennai, but air quality cracks under pressure

CHENNAI: As the bursting of firecrackers picks up pace across the city, Chennai on Wednesday slipped into the moderately

The New Indian Express 31 Oct 2024 10:07 am

Asia needs to spend more to adapt to climate change, limit its damage: Bank study

Asian Development Bank estimates that aggressive decarbonization could create 1.5 million energy sector jobs by 2050, wh

The Hindu Businessline 31 Oct 2024 9:28 am

Air Pollution Escalates In Delhi, Mumbai As Diwali Approaches

On the eve of Diwali, that is, Oct. 30, Delhi's 24-hour average AQI climbed to 307 at 4:00 p.m.

Bloomberg Quint 31 Oct 2024 9:15 am

Arvind Kejriwal on Delhi Firecracker Ban: 'This Is About Protecting Lives, Not Religion'

NEW DELHI: Amid rising concerns over air pollution in Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal said on Wednes

News Track 30 Oct 2024 4:11 pm

Kejriwal urges people to light diyas, avoid firecrackers on Diwali

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called upon residents of the national Capital to avoid bursting firecrac

IBTimes 30 Oct 2024 3:49 pm

Delhi Air Pollution: Former CM Kejriwal asks people to light 'diyas', not burst crackers ahead of Deepavali

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai wrote to Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, urging him to take stringent actio

The Hindu 30 Oct 2024 3:25 pm

Air Pollution: Follow These Tips For Better Respiratory Health During Festive Season

Below we share tips to help protect you from air pollution.

NDTV 30 Oct 2024 2:21 pm

Air Pollution: 9 drinks to boost lungs health

Here are 9 drinks that can help boost lung health and combat the effects of air pollution.

The Economic Times 30 Oct 2024 1:53 pm

`Need to shift to renewable energy, public transport to tackle air pollution`

Ramesh also stressed it is time to redo The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 to reflect the public he

Mid Day 30 Oct 2024 1:41 pm

Diwali engulfs Delhi as Air Quality Dips to 'Poor'

As the festive season of Diwali engulfs the city of Delhi air pollution continues to cast a shadow over the celebrations

IBTimes 30 Oct 2024 12:20 pm

Need to shift to renewable energy, public transport to tackle air pollution challenge: Jairam Ramesh

NEW DELHI: Asserting that air pollution is one of India's leading public health challenges, Congress leader Jairam Rames

The New Indian Express 30 Oct 2024 12:05 pm

Delhi's Air Pollution Level Increases Ahead of Diwali, Eight Stations in Red Zone

Delhi recorded an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 278 at 9 am, up from 268 recorded a day earlier. The city's overall

News18 30 Oct 2024 11:33 am

Air pollution level increases in Delhi, eight stations in red zone

New Delhi: A day ahead of Diwali, air pollution increased considerably in the national capital on Wednesday with as many

The Siasat Daily 30 Oct 2024 10:59 am

Air pollution: Need to shift to renewable energy, public transport to tackle challenge, says Jairam Ramesh

Jairam Ramesh also stressed that it is time to redo The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 to reflect t

The Hindu 30 Oct 2024 10:40 am

Need To Shift To Renewable Energy, Public Transport To Tackle Air Pollution Challenge: Ramesh

NEW DELHI, Oct 30: Asserting that air pollution is one of Indias leading public health challenges, Congress leader Jaira

Daily Excelsior 30 Oct 2024 10:29 am

Air Pollution: 9 foods that can boost lung health

To combat the effects of air pollution, certain foods can help strengthen the respiratory system, support detoxification

The Economic Times 30 Oct 2024 10:25 am

DC report makes PCB go into a huddle

Hyderabad: The report Pragathinagar reeks of Ind. chemical published on October 29 in these columns prompted the Telanga

Deccan Chronicle 30 Oct 2024 7:31 am

Maharashtra air pollution: Mumbai, Pune, Thane among cities with poor AQI, check details

Maharashtra cities, including Mumbai and Nagpur, are experiencing moderate to high pollution. Despite a slight improveme

Bing 30 Oct 2024 2:25 am

TGPCB Conduct Urgent Meet on Chemical Odour Issue

Hyderabad: The report Pragathinagar reeks of ind. chemical published on October 29 in these columns prompted the Telang

Deccan Chronicle 29 Oct 2024 10:28 pm

Pollution Can Lead to Dull Skin: Keep This in Mind

In recent days, pollution levels have begun to rise significantly, particularly during the festival of Diwali when firew

News Track 29 Oct 2024 6:42 pm

Delhi Air Pollution: Tips To Protect Your Pets As Vets See Spike In Patients

Pets, once largely overlooked in the pollution crisis, are now exhibiting signs of distress, struggling to breathe amid

News18 29 Oct 2024 6:04 pm

India: Delhi struggles to fight toxic smog during Diwali

Every year, Delhi celebrates the festival of Diwali by lighting fireworks, sending the Indian capital's already high smo

Web Dunia 29 Oct 2024 3:59 pm

'Air Pollution OPD' At Delhi's RML Hospital Begins Seeing More Patients

The weekly OPD established by Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital to treat people with pollution-related illnesses saw only five

News18 29 Oct 2024 10:47 am

Curbing air pollution: Give heaters to your workers, BMC tells builders

Move to improve AQI, getting labourers to stop lighting fires to keep warm in winter months

Mid Day 29 Oct 2024 9:09 am

Delhi's Air Quality Improves Marginally, But Remains In 'Poor' Category Ahead Of Diwali

Delhi's air quality improved marginally on Tuesday morning nearly two days after the national capital reeled under toxic

News18 29 Oct 2024 8:08 am

Haryana govt says stubble burning incidents down 29% this year

Haryana's 29% reduction in stubble burning is attributed to government initiatives, including financial aid and incentiv

The Economic Times 28 Oct 2024 10:11 pm

About a third of 2019s asthma cases related to prolonged exposure to PM2.5, global study finds

NEW DELHI, Oct 28: About a third of global asthma cases reported in 2019 were related to prolonged exposure to pollution

Daily Excelsior 28 Oct 2024 3:29 pm

About a third of 2019's asthma cases related to prolonged exposure to PM2.5, global study finds

A third of global asthma cases in 2019 were linked to prolonged exposure to PM2.5 pollution. Researchers found that chil

The Economic Times 28 Oct 2024 3:00 pm

Punjab sees 50% dip in post-harvest farm fires, yet no effect on Delhis air quality

CHANDIGARH, Oct 28: Farm fires in Punjab, often blamed for the rise in Delhis air pollution, have gone down by 50 per ce

Daily Excelsior 28 Oct 2024 1:39 pm

Punjab sees 50% dip in post-harvest farm fires, yet no effect on Delhi's air quality

CHANDIGARH: Farm fires in Punjab, often blamed for the rise in Delhi's air pollution, have gone down by 50 per cent sinc

The New Indian Express 28 Oct 2024 1:12 pm

Air Pollution: 8 tips to keep your skin healthy

Air pollution can significantly impact skin health, leading to dryness, premature aging, and breakouts.

The Economic Times 28 Oct 2024 12:40 pm

Which is the best air pollution mask that can keep you safe from smog in Delhi-NCR?

Air quality dips in Delhi-NCR, here is your perfect guide to buy the best mask that can keep you protected from air poll

The HealthSite 28 Oct 2024 11:04 am

Mumbai air pollution: City wakes to layer of smog; AQI strikes at 131 .

Mumbai residents woke to heavy smog and worsening air quality, with an AQI of 131 marking 'Moderate' conditions. Residen

The Times of India 28 Oct 2024 9:15 am

NGT registers plea for enforcement of ban on firecrackers in seven cities of Odisha

CUTTACK: The National Green Tribunal (NGT)s East Zone bench has registered a petition seeking intervention against alleg

The New Indian Express 28 Oct 2024 9:02 am

Air pollution making cardiac ailments worsen: Dr Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 27: To sensitize the common populace regarding how poor air quality standards are res

Daily Excelsior 28 Oct 2024 5:25 am

East Godavari Collector Launches Week-Long Assessment of Ethanol Factory's Pollution

Kakinada: East Godavari district collector P. Prashanthi announced that officials would spend one week assessing sound p

Deccan Chronicle 28 Oct 2024 3:34 am

Why is Delhis air quality deteriorating? | Explained

What factors contribute to the deterioration of air quality in Delhi during the winter months? How does stubble burning

The Hindu 27 Oct 2024 10:53 pm

18% Delhi-NCR families Likely To Burn Firecrackers This Diwali: Survey

LocalCircles survey: 55% stated that they will not be burning firecrackers as they cause air pollution

News18 27 Oct 2024 7:49 pm

Delhi chokes amid rising air pollution, AQI crosses 400 at...

AQI in Anand Vihar area crossed the 400 mark, being recorded as 405 at 7 AM, categorized as 'severe', worse than the AQI

DNA India 27 Oct 2024 12:49 pm

Delhi Turns Gas Chamber As Pollution Rises Significantly Ahead of Diwali: Check Weather Report Here

Delhi Pollution News: Thick smog envelops Delhi-NCR, Air Quality Index was 363 at 'severe' level with real-time air poll

The HealthSite 27 Oct 2024 11:53 am

Delhi's air pollution worsens, people say feels suffocating

New Delhi: The air quality deteriorated in the national capital on Sunday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) being record

Deccan Chronicle 27 Oct 2024 9:51 am

Delhi's air pollution worsens, residents complain of breathing difficulties

AQI at the Akshardham Temple deteriorated 261, whereas IGI airport recorded an AQI of 324, both categorized as very poor

The Hindu 27 Oct 2024 9:14 am

Delhi's air pollution worsens, residents complain of breathing difficulties

AQI at the Akshardham Temple deteriorated 261, whereas IGI airport recorded an AQI of 324, both categorized as very poor

The Hindu 27 Oct 2024 9:14 am

Delhi air pollution: AQI plummets to 'very poor' category, people say 'feels suffocating'

Delhi's air quality worsened significantly, with AQI hitting 'very poor' and 'severe' levels at various locations. Resid

The Times of India 27 Oct 2024 9:08 am

Monitor air quality before venturing out: Govt advisory

The government issued an advisory encouraging the public to monitor air quality indices before going outdoors to mitigat

The Times of India 27 Oct 2024 7:09 am

APPCB finds air quality within the state satisfactory

PM2.5s AQI of 343 in Tirupati on Thursday underlines that its civic authorities must initiate steps to control air pollu

Deccan Chronicle 27 Oct 2024 1:17 am

Next 15 days crucial to tackle air pollution in Delhi, says Environment Minister Gopal Rai

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai stressed the urgent need to tackle air pollution in northern India and called the n

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2024 3:43 pm

Delhi's Air Quality Improves Marginally After 4 Days, But Remains 'Poor'

Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Saturday morning nearly four days after toxic air pollution, however, it still

NDTV 26 Oct 2024 9:59 am

Cut politics, focus on proactively flood-proofing Bengaluru

If a woman suffers from cancer, the priority is treatment to manage the condition and eliminate it, not plan to dress he

The New Indian Express 26 Oct 2024 7:34 am

Amid rising air pollution, the centre directs states to enhance their preparedness

NEW DELHI: As air pollution levels spike in many Indian cities, the centre has written to states on serious health chall

The New Indian Express 25 Oct 2024 8:29 pm

Delhi Air Pollution And Mental Health: How Is Poor AQI Affecting Residents?

The sudden dip in air quality in Delhi and NCR is not only causing people to choke but also impacting their mental healt

The HealthSite 25 Oct 2024 8:16 pm

Director General Health Services writes to states, UTs amidst worsening air pollution

Dr Atul Goel, Director of General Health Services, has urged states and union territories to step up preparedness agains

The Economic Times 25 Oct 2024 2:53 pm

'Enhance Preparedness': Centre To States, UTs Amid Air Pollution Crisis

DGHS has listed several points like discouraging stubble and waste burning, reducing firecrackers during festivities, pr

News18 25 Oct 2024 2:04 pm

Delhi-NCR air pollution: AQI improves slightly ahead of Diwali, check dos and don'ts to avoid falling ill

Here are preventive measures to follow to stay healthy as Delhi's air quality worsens ahead of Diwali.

DNA India 25 Oct 2024 1:59 pm

Air pollution: Health Ministry asks public to minimise exposure to bad air, use public transport

New Delhi, Oct 25: As air pollution levels spike in many cities, the government has urged all states to enhance their pr

Daily Excelsior 25 Oct 2024 1:26 pm

'Environmental Helplessness': Pollution Is Affecting Your Mental Health Too, Here's How

The Delhi government, in a report to the NGT, highlighted that air pollution exposure worsens mental health, leading to

News18 25 Oct 2024 8:38 am

Delhi Air Pollution Update: Air quality improves to 'moderate' category, AQI drops to 283

Delhi gets slight relief ahead of Diwali, as the air quality improved to the 'moderate' category with AQI dropping to 28

DNA India 25 Oct 2024 7:45 am

Never ending problem

People of Indias National Capital Delhi rose to see the city covered is such a suffocating thick layer of smog that almo

thehillstimes 25 Oct 2024 7:00 am

Delhi falls into Red Zone, severe air pollution spreads

Supreme Court pulls up Centre for Toothless' laws By Dr. Gyan Pathak People of India's National Capital Delhi rose to se

The Northlines 24 Oct 2024 11:02 pm

Bihar govt bans sale, bursting of firecrackers, including green crackers, in Patna, 3 other cities

The Bihar government has banned the sale and bursting of all firecrackers, including green crackers, in Patna, Gaya, Muz

The Economic Times 24 Oct 2024 10:18 pm

Have stopped morning walk due to spike in air pollution, says CJI Chandrachud

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud halts his morning walks due to Delhi's rising air pollution, following his doctor

The Economic Times 24 Oct 2024 10:12 pm

Arvind Kejriwal responsible for deteriorating air quality in Delhi: Virendra Sachdeva

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva criticizes former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, blaming him for the city's

The Times of India 24 Oct 2024 11:06 am

Telangana Pollution Control Board wakes up as air quality dips

HYDERABAD: Telangana Pollution Control Board (PCB) said it has begun making plans to reduce and regulate air pollution i

The New Indian Express 24 Oct 2024 10:43 am

Delhi Air Pollution October 24: AQI remains in 'very poor' category for third straight day, slips to 340

The previous day, October 23, Delhi registered the worst air quality in India, with several areas reaching 'severe' poll

DNA India 24 Oct 2024 9:12 am

Delhi's air pollution woes continue, AQI still in 'very poor' zone

Delhi's air quality remains in the 'very poor' category with AQI levels over 330. Environment Minister Gopal Rai attribu

The Times of India 24 Oct 2024 9:03 am

Delhi: AAP, BJP spar over rising air pollution

BJP accuses Environment Minister Gopal Rai of protecting Punjabs interestsover that of Capital by ignoring farm fires; A

The Hindu 24 Oct 2024 12:57 am

Haryana, UP discharging untreated industrial waste into Yamuna: Atishi

Delhi CM says whether its the rising pollution levels in the Yamuna, or the increase in air pollution over the past few

The Hindu 24 Oct 2024 12:26 am

Living in pollution-free environment is citizens' fundamental right: SC

The Supreme Court rebuked central and state authorities for inaction on Delhi air pollution caused by stubble burning, e

The Economic Times 23 Oct 2024 11:31 pm

Convene meeting to approve artificial rain plan for Delhi: Gopal Rai to Centre

The AAP government announced that the odd-even scheme will be implemented for five days, starting Nov 13, to tackle alar

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2024 4:56 pm

CM Atishi blames BJP's 'dirty politics' for Delhi's pollution crisis

Delhi CM Atishi blamed BJP-led governments in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh for contributing to the city's rising air and wa

The Times of India 23 Oct 2024 3:24 pm

Air pollution can lead to more mortality than Covid-19: Former Delhi AIIMS director Dr Randeep Guleria

Dr. Randeep Guleria warns rising air pollution in Delhi could cause higher mortality rates than Covid-19. He highlights

The Times of India 23 Oct 2024 3:17 pm

Delhi's AQI can increase by 104 points Thanks to the farm fires

Air pollution: A study reveals that rice stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana significantly increases Delhi's air pollu

The Economic Times 23 Oct 2024 2:59 pm

SC pulls up Centre for toothless environmental laws on stubble burning

New Delhi: The Supreme Court criticised the central government on Wednesday for rendering environmental protection laws

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2024 2:57 pm

'Toothless' laws: SC slams Centre on air pollution

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka, Ahsanuddin Amanulllah and Augustine George Masih said the Commission for Air Quality Ma

Rediff 23 Oct 2024 1:55 pm

SC pulls up Centre for making environmental laws 'toothless', says penalty provision not implemented

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday pulled up the Centre for making the environment protection law oothless and sa

The New Indian Express 23 Oct 2024 1:12 pm

New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) doubles parking fees to curb air pollution in Delhi

The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has doubled parking fees in certain lots due to worsening air quality, as mandate

The Times of India 23 Oct 2024 12:42 pm

Delhi air pollution remains a concern despite reduction in stubble burning in Punjab, Haryana

NEW DELHI: A new report shows that reduction in crop stubble burning incidents in Punjab and Haryana yields promising re

The New Indian Express 23 Oct 2024 12:24 pm

Delhi pollution: SC pulls up Centre for 'toothless' environment laws

The Supreme Court rebuked the Central government for failing to enforce environmental laws aimed at reducing air polluti

The Economic Times 23 Oct 2024 12:15 pm

More Delhi areas fall under severe AQI category as air pollution worsens

At 9 a.m., the AQI at Sonia Vihar was close to the severe category at 398, while Wazirpur recorded 396

The Hindu 23 Oct 2024 11:07 am

More Delhi areas fall under severe AQI category as air pollution worsens

At 9 a.m., the AQI at Sonia Vihar was close to the severe category at 398, while Wazirpur recorded 396

The Hindu 23 Oct 2024 11:07 am

People of four villages stage rasta roko, opposing Assago Ethanol factory

Kakinada: Residents of four villagesAtchutapuram, Gummalladoddi, Bavojipeta, and Vedurupaka in Gokavaram mandalstaged a

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2024 11:03 am

Delhi's Air Pollution Surge Drives Increased Sales Of Air Purifiers And Masks

A thick layer of smog covered Delhi on Tuesday morning, as the city's air quality dropped to the 'very poor&ap

Bloomberg Quint 22 Oct 2024 9:18 pm

Deepavali 2024: Which States Are Banning Firecrackers, and What Are Penalties for Violations?

States Take Action Against Firecrackers for a Cleaner Deepavali 2024:As Deepavali 2024 comes, many states are preparing

News Track 22 Oct 2024 7:11 pm

Air Pollution Crisis: How Many Farmers Arrested in India and Pakistan for Stubble Burning

In a major step to tackle air pollution, authorities in Haryana, India, have arrested 16 farmers for illegally burning p

News Track 22 Oct 2024 7:11 pm

National Green Tribunal takes suo motu note of study saying air pollution kills 33,000 people a year in 10 cities

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo motu cognizance of a recent study published in Lancet Planetary Health,

indialegallive 22 Oct 2024 5:48 pm

Will Delhi See Higher Parking Fee? Govt Mulls Proposal to Discourage Private Cars as Air Pollution Haunts Capital

Cabinet minister Gopal Rai said while private cars will be discouraged, the government will slowly increase the frequenc

News18 22 Oct 2024 4:24 pm

India arrests 16 farmers, Pakistan 70 for stubble burning as air pollution reaches severe level

Sixteen farmers in Haryana were arrested for illegal stubble burning, adding to New Delhi's severe air pollution. Despit

The Economic Times 22 Oct 2024 4:19 pm

Air pollution: Delhi govt urges UP, Haryana, Rajasthan to restrict plying diesel buses to capital

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai urged transport ministers of neighboring states to stop diesel buses from entering

The Economic Times 22 Oct 2024 4:16 pm

Deepavali 2024: Which States have banned firecrackers, and what are the penalties for violating the ban?

With no relaxation announced yet, people should brace for a cracker-less Deepavali. The rules have been laid out with mo

The Hindu 22 Oct 2024 4:02 pm

Additional metro trips, monitoring committee, and more; Delhi unveils plan to tackle rising air pollution

Delhi Minister for Environment Gopal Rai announced measures to combat rising air pollution, including deploying 1,800 mo

The Economic Times 22 Oct 2024 3:18 pm

Sixteen farmers arrested for burning crop waste as pollution rises in north India

In Haryana, 16 farmers have been arrested for illegal stubble burning, which exacerbates Delhi's winter air pollution. P

The Economic Times 22 Oct 2024 3:13 pm

Why air pollution is more dangerous than you think

Delhi's air pollution has led to a 15% rise in respiratory illnesses. The AQI dropped to the 'very poor' category, promp

The Times of India 22 Oct 2024 2:00 pm

What is GRAP Stage-2 enforced in Delhi to combat severe air pollution?

The air quality is predicted to be in the very poor category for the next six days, according to the Central governments

The Hindu 22 Oct 2024 12:02 pm

Delhi: As pollution levels rise, residents of CP claim smog tower not operational

Delhi's air pollution is worsening, and the Connaught Place smog tower reportedly remains non-operational this year, imp

The Economic Times 22 Oct 2024 10:56 am

Ten-15 pc rise in patients suffering from respiratory illness due to pollution

The central-run hospital Ram Manohar Lohia has also started running special OPD services for Air Pollution patients

Mid Day 22 Oct 2024 10:45 am

Pollution has reached life-threatening levels: BJP slams Arvind Kejriwal over Delhi's deteriorating air quality

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari criticised Arvind Kejriwal for failing to control Delhi's pollution. He mentioned that

The Economic Times 22 Oct 2024 10:10 am

Entire city is reeling under severe air pollution: BJP

The Times of India 21 Oct 2024 11:30 pm

Delhi Air Pollution, Ahead Of Winter, Raises Respiratory Illness By 15%

In the national capital region (NCR), the air quality is said to be severely dangerous for citizens, especially those wh

NDTV 21 Oct 2024 9:23 pm

Delhi Air Pollution: GRAP II kicked in capital as air quality dips to 'very poor', check keymeasureshere

Delhi has experienced a brief period of relatively better air quality in recent weeks, but pollution levels have spiked

DNA India 21 Oct 2024 8:40 pm

Air Pollution Crisis in Bhopal: Tandoors Ignite Health Concerns Despite NGT Ban

Tandoors typically burn wood or coal, releasing harmful greenhouse gases, including methane, alongside carbon dioxide an

News18 21 Oct 2024 8:30 pm

The less pollution there is in India, the less we have to endure: Bhutanese PM

New Delhi: Bhutan will have to endure less pollution if pollution level is low in India, Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay

Deccan Chronicle 21 Oct 2024 7:08 pm

Can't allow sale of firecrackers: Delhi HC

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Monday said it cannot allow the sale of firecrackers when there is already enough pol

Deccan Chronicle 21 Oct 2024 6:38 pm

'This is murder': Mahua Moitra demands complete ban on firecrackers in Noida following puppys death

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra condemned the death of a puppy due to continuous firecrackers at a Noida sanctuary, u

The Times of India 21 Oct 2024 1:44 pm

You can also keep yourself safe from pollution and smog like this

Nowadays air pollution has become a big problem. Especially people living in urban areas have to face its dangerous effe

News Track 21 Oct 2024 1:36 pm

Kerala: Five months since fish kill, blame game continues over non-submission of report

KOCHI: Its been five months since the May 20 Periyar fish kill dealt a huge blow to the finances of many cage fish farme

The New Indian Express 21 Oct 2024 8:57 am

Delhi air quality: Day starts poor, ends poorer

Delhi's air quality worsened throughout the day, moving from 'poor' to 'very poor' levels, with AQI peaking at 289 by 8

The Times of India 21 Oct 2024 8:09 am

Delhi Air Pollution: Thick Fog Blankets National Capital As AQI Drops To 'Very Poor' Category

A video from the Akshardham temple showed dense fog in the area as the AQI slipped to 307, categorised as 'very poor', S

News18 21 Oct 2024 7:47 am

'They bursted crackers': Congress leader Abhishek Dutt slams AAP amid Delhi's pollution woes

Congress leader Abhishek Dutt criticizes AAP leaders for celebrating with crackers amid severe air pollution in Delhi. A

The Times of India 20 Oct 2024 3:34 pm

AAP leaders were seen bursting crackers during pollution crisis: Congress leader Abhishek Dutt

Congress leader Abhishek Dutt accused AAP leaders of celebrating and bursting crackers amid worsening air pollution in D

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2024 1:46 pm

Layer of fog engulfs national capital; AQI drops to 454 in Delhi's Anand Vihar area

A thick fog covers regions of Delhi due to rising air pollution. AQI at multiple locations indicates severe to poor air

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2024 9:45 am

Air Pollution: Delhi-NCR air quality turns 'severe', AQI reaches...

The AQI at Dwarka, sector-8, has fallen to 311 at 8:30 am, marked under the 'Very Poor' category. The AQI at ITO in the

DNA India 20 Oct 2024 9:41 am

Only green crackers this Deepavali, says Minister Eshwar Khandre

BENGALURU: Forest, environment and ecology department minister Eshwar B Khandre on Saturday advised citizens and directe

The New Indian Express 20 Oct 2024 8:59 am

Delhis poor air quality not much of concern: VDHM participant Priti

New Delhi, Oct 19 (PTI) Podium contender Priti Lamba admitted facing breathing problems ahead of Sundays Vedanta Delhi H

thehillstimes 20 Oct 2024 12:20 am

Demystified: What Is The Froth You See In Yamuna, Why And How Of It

Delhi NCR, known for its year-long air pollution, has exacerbated water pollution as well. The Yamuna River gets filled

edtimes 19 Oct 2024 10:37 pm

Air Pollution: 3 in 10 Delhi-NCR Families Have Members With Sore Throat, Breathing Difficulty, Reveals Survey

While only 18 per cent citizens of Delhi-NCR said they will use air purifiers to reduce the impact of pollution, a large

News18 19 Oct 2024 6:30 pm

Delhi: Toxic foam seen floating on Yamuna River in Kalindi Kunj area

Delhi grapples with rising air pollution, with AQI at 'Poor' and 'Very Poor' levels in several areas. Residents report b

The Times of India 19 Oct 2024 12:13 pm

'Reason behind poisonous water and air is AAP's poisonous politics': BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla

Amid rising air pollution in Delhi, BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Arvind Kejriwal's AAP for failing to

The Times of India 19 Oct 2024 11:24 am

Delhi air pollution: AQI closes in on 'very poor' zone; govt identifies 13 hotspots, 80 anti-smog guns to be installed

A layer of smog has enveloped Delhi, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 'Poor' and 'Very Poor' levels, particular

The Times of India 19 Oct 2024 9:25 am

Lucknow: Pollution vs palate tussle & its coal-lateral damage

Lucknows famous kebabs and tandoori chicken may lose their unique smoky flavor as the Lucknow Municipal Corporation advi

The Times of India 19 Oct 2024 8:02 am

Delhi Air Pollution: Thick Layer Of Fog Engulfs National Capital As AQI Drops To 'Poor' Category

A thick layer of fog engulfed the national capital on Saturday as the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped to 251, ca

News18 19 Oct 2024 7:39 am

Air pollution 8 times WHOs limit in Delhi

Delhi government forms coordination committee to identify and mitigate local sources of pollution for 13 pollution hotsp

The Hindu 18 Oct 2024 11:40 pm

AAP got confused whom to blame for air pollution in Delhi after forming govt in Punjab, now blames Haryana: Congress leader Pawan Khera

Congress leader Pawan Khera slammed the Aam Aadmi Party over the air pollution in the national capital and said that the

OpIndia 18 Oct 2024 5:29 pm

Delhi govt forms 'committees' to bring pollution under control at 13 'hotspots'

The Delhi government has established coordination committees to tackle localized air pollution in 13 hotspots where the

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2024 3:50 pm

BJP has no right to speak on air pollution in national capital, says Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai criticised BJP, claiming their negligence in UP, Haryana, Rajasthan, and at the cen

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2024 11:20 am

Stubble Burning: All About Farm Fires And How It Causes Air Pollution | GFX

As peak stubble burning season begins in neighbouring states, a look at how it contributes to air pollution in Delhi and

News18 17 Oct 2024 6:47 pm

Delhi enters red zone as bad air quality amplifies city's winter woes

Every winter, Delhi-NCR chokes as much on the promises to cut air pollution as on pollution itself. Year after year, as

The Times of India 17 Oct 2024 7:56 am

Delhi's Air Quality Remains 'Poor' For Third Consecutive Day, Some Areas Reach 'Severe' Levels

Emissions from transportation account for approximately 19.2 per cent of Delhis air pollution, according to the Centres

News18 16 Oct 2024 11:05 pm

'Absolute defiance': SC slams Punjab, Haryana over stubble burning

Terms air pollution monitoring panel in NCR as 'toothless wonder'; summons Haryana chief secretary to explain non-compli

Business Standard 16 Oct 2024 2:37 pm

Air Pollution Matter Reaches Supreme Court | Apex Court Summons Haryana Chief Secretary | News18

Air pollution matter reaches Supreme Court, , apex court summons Haryana Chief Secretary

News18 16 Oct 2024 12:08 pm

Stubble burning: SC raps Punjab, Haryana govts over non-compliance, summons chief secretaries

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday rapped the Haryana and Punjab governments over non-prosecution of violators fo

The New Indian Express 16 Oct 2024 11:41 am

Giving 1 Week: Top Court Rebukes Punjab, Haryana Over Delhi Air Pollution

Giving You 1 Week: Supreme Court Rebukes Punjab, Haryana Over Delhi Air Pollution

NDTV 16 Oct 2024 11:11 am

Giving You 1 Week: Supreme Court Rebukes Punjab, Haryana Over Delhi Air Pollution

Giving You 1 Week: Supreme Court Rebukes Punjab, Haryana Over Delhi Air Pollution

NDTV 16 Oct 2024 11:05 am

Tackling Stubble Burning, Delhi NCRs Air Pollution: UP To Soon Set Up 100 Compressed Biogas Plants

The CBG plants, said to be an eco-friendly solution to the grave problem, will convert agricultural waste into biogas th

News18 15 Oct 2024 7:48 pm

Delhi implements stage-I of Graded Response Action Plan to combat rising air pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced the implementation of Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) d

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2024 2:43 pm

As Delhi air quality turns 'red', here's what is prohibited under Grap-I

The air pollution control measures, as outlined in the 27-point Grap-I action plan, came into effect across the National

Business Standard 15 Oct 2024 1:38 pm

Delhi Air Pollution: Union Minister wants to check air purifiers, says 'there is just a fan' inside some devices

Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi expressed concerns about potentially deceptive air purifier claims and stressed

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2024 12:38 pm

Delhi CM to chair meeting of top officials to review air pollution today

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi will chair a high-level meeting regarding the pollution situation at the Delhi Secretariat t

Business Standard 15 Oct 2024 11:09 am

Delhi CM Atishi to convene meeting of top officials to review air pollution situation

Chief Minister Atishi will review Delhi's air pollution in a high-level meeting, joined by Environment Minister Gopal Ra

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2024 10:33 am

Delhi pollution: Grap-I restrictions start today; Here's what allowed and banned

The Centres air pollution control panel has asked Delhi-NCR state governments to start the first stage of the Graded Res

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2024 10:20 am

Paddy variety in focus cuts cost, pollution in Delhi-NCR

Punjab Agricultural University's short-duration paddy variety PR-126, supported by the AAP-led government, can lower far

The Times of India 15 Oct 2024 8:59 am

Delhi govt bans crackers to combat pollution, BJP seeks justification

The Delhi government on Monday imposed an immediate ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of all kinds of firecr

Business Standard 15 Oct 2024 7:06 am

Ethanol blending reaches 15% in 2024: Nitin Gadkari

NEW DELHI: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday reaffirmed the Governments commitment

The New Indian Express 14 Oct 2024 11:17 pm

1st Stage Of Centre's Anti-Pollution Plan Activated In Delhi-NCR

The Centre's air pollution control panel for Delhi-NCR on Monday directed state governments in the region to implement t

NDTV 14 Oct 2024 10:38 pm

Air Pollution: GRAP Stage-I imposed across Delhi NCR, here are do's,don'ts to follow

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and nearby regions has issued a Graded Response Action Plan (GRA

DNA India 14 Oct 2024 9:27 pm

Delhi Air Pollution: Govt imposes GRAP Stage-I across NCR as air quality remains 'poor'

The Stage I of GRAP, a set of winter-specific anti-pollution measures, focuses on controlling pollution through dust mit

DNA India 14 Oct 2024 8:39 pm

Grap stage 1 kicks in as Delhi registers 2nd consecutive day of 'poor' AQI

The Centre's air pollution control panel for Delhi-NCR on Monday directed state governments in the region to implement t

Business Standard 14 Oct 2024 8:37 pm

Delhi Government Bans Firecrackers Till Jan. 1, 2025 To Curb Air Pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced the ban and urged residents to support the government's efforts to r

Bloomberg Quint 14 Oct 2024 5:44 pm

Consumer Affairs Minister slams air purifier firms for false claims aheadof pollution season

NEW DELHI, Oct 14: Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi on Monday criticised air purifier manufacturers for making fa

Daily Excelsior 14 Oct 2024 5:14 pm

Delhi bans sale, use of firecrackers to combat air pollution

NEW DELHI, Oct 14: The Delhi Government on Monday imposed an immediate ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of

Daily Excelsior 14 Oct 2024 3:44 pm

Delhi Air Pollution: AQI turns 'poor' after festive celebrations, know whenwill it improve

Delhi's 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 224 on Sunday, according to the 4 pm AQI bulletin from the Centr

DNA India 14 Oct 2024 3:38 pm

Consumer affairs minister slams air purifier firms for false claims

Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi on Monday criticised air purifier manufacturers for making false claims about th

Business Standard 14 Oct 2024 3:08 pm

No Firecrackers This Diwali As Delhi Govt Imposes Ban To Combat Air Pollution In Winters

Anticipating a rise in pollution levels as winter approaches, the Delhi government imposed an immediate ban on the produ

News18 14 Oct 2024 2:57 pm

Delhi govt imposes ban on firecrackers till January 1 to combat air pollution

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee has issued detailed instructions to ensure the effective implementation of the ban

DNA India 14 Oct 2024 2:31 pm

Delhi govt imposes ban on firecrackers to combat air pollution

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers light firecrackers as they celebrate the party's victory in Srinagar, India, Thursd

Deccan Chronicle 14 Oct 2024 1:20 pm

Delhi government imposes ban on firecrackers to combat air pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai made the announcement and urged Delhi residents to support the government's efforts

The Hindu 14 Oct 2024 1:18 pm

Delhi's Air Quality Dips To 'Poor' As Post-Dussehra Pollution Rises

Delhi's air quality worsened to the 'poor' category on Sunday, the day after Dussehra, with the Centre deciding to close

NDTV 13 Oct 2024 11:29 pm

Delhi Records 'Poor' Air Quality Day After Dussehra, Likely To Improve

CAQM said Delhis air pollution had already started declining, dropping to 222 by 5 pm, and is expected to decline furthe

News18 13 Oct 2024 11:19 pm

Delhi's air quality turns 'poor' after Dussehra, likely to improve soon

Delhi's air quality worsened to the 'poor' category on Sunday, the day after Dussehra, with the Centre deciding to close

Business Standard 13 Oct 2024 9:32 pm

SC to hear PIL on controlling air pollution tomorrow

New Delhi: The Supreme Court is set to hear on Monday a public interest litigation (PIL) relating to control of air poll

The Siasat Daily 13 Oct 2024 1:08 pm

Stubble burning: CAQM allows DMs to take legal action against lax officials

The CAQM, a statutory body tasked with preparing strategies to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR, said 267 stubble-burning

Business Standard 12 Oct 2024 6:09 pm

Stubble burning: CAQM allows DMs to take legal action against lax officials

The Centre's Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has empowered district magistrates to take legal action agains

Business Standard 12 Oct 2024 5:59 pm

26k Trees Planted To Make Vaishno Devi Hills Greener

Srinagar: A Mumbai-based social services organization has planted as many as twenty-six thousand trees around the revere

Deccan Chronicle 11 Oct 2024 11:11 pm

PM Modi's Principal Secretary Chairs High-Level Meet On Delhi Air Pollution

PK Mishra, principal secretary to the prime minister, on Friday, expressed concern over the slow progress in clearing la

NDTV 11 Oct 2024 5:29 pm

Delhi air pollution: PM's principal secretary flags slow landfill progress

P K Mishra, principal secretary to the prime minister, on Friday, expressed concern over the slow progress in clearing l

Business Standard 11 Oct 2024 3:32 pm

Delhi air pollution: PM's principal secretary flags slow progress in clearing landfill sites

P K Mishra, principal secretary to the prime minister, chaired a meeting addressing Delhi's air pollution. He emphasized

The Economic Times 11 Oct 2024 3:21 pm

Expedite Cloud Seeding To Combat Air Pollution: Delhi Minister Urges Centre

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has urged the centre to convene an urgent meeting with key stakeholders to expedite

NDTV 11 Oct 2024 12:18 am

Delhi minister urges Centre to expedite cloud seeding to curb air pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has urged the centre to convene an urgent meeting with key stakeholders to expedite

Business Standard 10 Oct 2024 5:53 pm

Gopal Rai urges centre to expedite cloud seeding to combat air pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has called on the central government to urgently convene a meeting with stakeholder

The Economic Times 10 Oct 2024 5:21 pm

Pakistans Punjab province CM talks of climate diplomacy with India

Lahore, Oct 10: Chief Minister of Pakistans Punjab province Maryam Nawaz has called for climate diplomacy with India to

Daily Excelsior 10 Oct 2024 5:13 pm

Pawan Asks NGOs, Experts to Help Check Environmental Pollution

Vijayawada: Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has sought suggestions from non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and exp

Deccan Chronicle 9 Oct 2024 10:20 pm

CAQM asks DPCB to streamline and redress complaints on air-quality

Hyderabad: The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining areas on Tuesday instructed the NCR State Poll

Deccan Chronicle 8 Oct 2024 6:32 pm

Centre sets up panel to address air pollution in Indo-Gangetic Plain

A new coordination committee has been established by the Centre to manage air quality across eight states and union terr

The Economic Times 7 Oct 2024 11:50 pm

Pollution driving Gummalladoddi villagers up the wall

Kakinada: Tension prevailed in East Godavari's Gokavavaram taluk on Sunday as hundreds of locals demanded the Assago Bio

Deccan Chronicle 7 Oct 2024 3:21 am

Delhi Pollution Levels Surge as Monsoon Retreats, AQI Hits 166

As the monsoon season comes to an end, pollution levels in Delhi are on the rise again. Over the past 24 hours, the city

News Track 4 Oct 2024 11:11 am

IIT Delhi Study Reveals Fixing Civic Issues Can Reduce Air Pollution In Urban Areas

The study titled The Impact of the Dispersed Sources Program on Local Air Quality, conducted by IIT Delhi, showcased an

News18 3 Oct 2024 11:35 pm

Special Enforcement Task Force to monitor implementation of directions on air pollution: CAQM to SC

The Commission for Air Quality Management has formed a Special Enforcement Task Force to oversee the implementation of m

The Economic Times 3 Oct 2024 6:07 pm

Harsh Reality That Nothing Is Happening: Top Court On Delhi Air Pollution

The harsh reality is that nothing substantial was being done to address the air pollution problem choking Delhi every ye

NDTV 3 Oct 2024 2:13 pm

Supreme Court slams Commission for Air Quality management over lack of inaction on stubble burning

The Supreme Court has criticised the Commission for Air Quality Management for not taking action against stubble burning

The Economic Times 3 Oct 2024 12:55 pm

Six Punjab, Haryana districts account for majority of 200 farm fire cases

Pulled up last week by the apex court for failing to arrest air pollution in Delhi NCR, the Centre is likely to inform i

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2024 12:22 am

New paddy variety gives hope to deal with the problem of stubble burning

The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has introduced Pusa-2090, a high-yielding, short-duration rice variety

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2024 12:38 pm

What is Green War Room, created to curb Delhi air pollution?

The Delhi government has launched a 24x7 'Green War Room' and a 21-point Winter Action Plan to combat air pollution inco

DNA India 30 Sep 2024 8:05 pm

India needs more time for transition from coal: Experts

New Delhi: As the UK officially shut down its last remaining coal power plant on Monday, policy experts said coal will c

Deccan Chronicle 30 Sep 2024 10:52 am

Anita Katyal | Omar-Rahul bond gets weakened by poll? Kolkata bids farewell to trams

Politics and personal relationships do not mix. This was increasingly apparent during the ongoing poll campaign in Jammu

Deccan Chronicle 29 Sep 2024 12:14 am

Anti-Dust Campaign, 14-Point Construction Guidelines To Tackle Delhi Air Pollution

In a bid to curb rising dust pollution during the winter months, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Saturday unveil

NDTV 28 Sep 2024 3:58 pm

Staying the course: on the fight against air pollution in the Indo-Gangetic plains

The Centre and the States need to fight air pollution together

The Hindu 28 Sep 2024 12:10 am

1-3 out of 10 people beng diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Health Secretary

New Delhi: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is rapidly emerging as a major public health concern with one to three out

Deccan Chronicle 27 Sep 2024 6:08 pm

'All In The Air': Supreme Court Pulls Up Delhi Air Quality Panel As Winter Nears

The apex court asked the panel to be more active and take stricter measures to curb stubble burning, which is one of the

Bloomberg Quint 27 Sep 2024 4:42 pm

SC raps Delhi air quality panel over pollution, stubble burning

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court Friday rapped the Commission for Air Quality Management over its failure to curb air pollut

The New Indian Express 27 Sep 2024 3:18 pm

Vingroup in the Making of Building a Green Future with its Ecosystem

Whatever benefits society and many people, and we have the capacity to do it, we will make it happen, said Pham Nhat Vuo

News Voir 27 Sep 2024 12:39 pm

BSES launches 'Tatkal' scheme for same-day temporary power connections

The BSES has launched a 'Tatkal' scheme for providing same-day temporary electricity connections ahead of the festival s

Business Standard 26 Sep 2024 7:37 pm

From drones to WFH, Delhi's 21-point winter action plan to tackle pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that drones will be used in the national capital to monitor and identify sourc

Business Standard 26 Sep 2024 3:46 pm

This 'red entry' in Punjab has farmers fuming. Here is what it means

Farmers are opposing Punjab's plan to introduce ed entries in land records for those caught burning paddy stubble-a majo

Business Standard 26 Sep 2024 12:22 pm

In A First, Drones To Monitor Air Pollution In Delhi At 13 Major Hotspots

In a first for the national capital, Delhi's environment department will deploy one or two drones at each of the 13 majo

NDTV 25 Sep 2024 9:32 pm

Work From Home, Drones To GRAP: Delhi Armed To Fight Winter Air Pollution With 21-Point Action Plan

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that drones will also be deployed to check those contributing to air pollution

News18 25 Sep 2024 7:36 pm

air-pollution-how-centres-plan-to-tackle-paddy-stubble-burning-is-showing-results

The Union governments decision to provide land free of cost to industrialists and entrepreneurs to set up paddy straw pe

The Week 25 Sep 2024 4:45 pm

Commit To Care: The Power of Adherence In Chronic Respiratory Disease Treatment

With asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on the rise, worsened by air pollution, tobacco use, and ch

NDTV 25 Sep 2024 1:41 pm

Delhi Government's War Plan To Combat Air Pollution This Winter

Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai launched a War Against Pollution campaign today to tackle the air quality crisis

NDTV 25 Sep 2024 1:06 pm

Committees for control of air pollution re-constituted

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Sept 24: Government of Jammu and Kashmir has re-constituted the District Level Monitoring

Daily Excelsior 25 Sep 2024 5:27 am

Punjab, Haryana plan action after more farm fires this year

Delhi-NCR is entering the air pollution season with 100 stubble fires already reported in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pra

The Economic Times 24 Sep 2024 10:48 pm

J&K govt Order : J&K Govt Reconstitutes Committee To Tackle Air Pollution In Jammu, Srinagar

JAMMU, Sept 24: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has re-established a District Level Monitoring Committee to monitor

The Northlines 24 Sep 2024 8:59 pm

J&K Govt Reconstitutes Committee To Tackle Air Pollution In Jammu, Srinagar

JAMMU, Sept 24: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has re-established a District Level Monitoring Committee to monitor

Daily Excelsior 24 Sep 2024 7:49 pm

SC asks CAQM to apprise it about steps taken to curb pollution, stubble burning

The Supreme Court has asked the Commission for Air Quality Management to explain the steps being taken to curb air pollu

The Economic Times 24 Sep 2024 6:07 pm

Supreme Court asks Commission of Air Quality Management to apprise it about steps taken to curb pollution, stubble burning

Supreme Court seeks CAQMs plan to curb air pollution from stubble burning before September 27 hearing

The Hindu 24 Sep 2024 5:57 pm

PMO air pollution meet stresses EV transition, charging infra in NCR

A high-level meeting held at the Prime Minister's Office on Monday stressed the urgent need to transition to electric ve

Business Standard 23 Sep 2024 10:54 pm

Air pollution meeting at PMO stresses need to transition to EVs, develop charging infra in NCR

P K Mishra, principal secretary to the prime minister, reviewed Delhi-NCR's winter air pollution readiness. He emphasize

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2024 10:08 pm

Indore celebrates No Car Day today, collector reaches office by e-bike

Indore: On Sunday, September 22, No Car Day will be observed in Indore, especially on the BRTS corridor. This initiative

News Track 22 Sep 2024 6:11 pm

Delhi govt to unveil Winter Action Plan on Sep 27 to combat air pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Friday the Winter Action Plan to reduce pollution in the city in the coming

Business Standard 20 Sep 2024 10:49 pm

Residents in Kyiv told to stay indoors as air pollution blankets Ukrainian capital

Kyiv, Sept 20:Authorities in Ukraine advised residents in the capital Kyiv to stay indoors Friday as air pollution, part

Daily Excelsior 20 Sep 2024 5:09 pm

Residents in Kyiv asked to stay indoors as air pollution blankets Ukrainian capital

Ukraine's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources said the pollution was a result of the burning of p

The Hindu 20 Sep 2024 4:38 pm

Residents told to stay indoors as air pollution blankets Ukrainian capital

Authorities in Ukraine advised residents in the capital Kyiv to stay indoors Friday as air pollution, partly caused by f

Business Standard 20 Sep 2024 4:26 pm

Stroke cases increasing globally, air pollution, high temperatures driving numbers: The Lancet study

Researchers found that the contribution of high temperatures to poor health and early death due to strokes has increased

The Hindu 19 Sep 2024 4:08 pm

Delhi-NCR revises, ramps up measures to tackle air pollution ahead of winter

Delhi-NCR's Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been revised with new measures for stage III, triggered when AQI exce

The Economic Times 19 Sep 2024 2:58 pm

Stroke cases rising globally, air pollution, heat driving numbers: Lance

Incidence of stroke and related deaths are rising substantially around the world, with air pollution, high temperatures

Business Standard 19 Sep 2024 7:27 am

Grap period starts early to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR region

The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) -- a set of emergency measures to control air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region d

Business Standard 18 Sep 2024 10:43 pm

Centre's Action Plan To Curb Air Pollution In Delhi Comes Into Effect Early

The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) -- a set of emergency measures to control air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region d

NDTV 18 Sep 2024 10:00 pm

Air pollution: GRAP period starts early in Delhi-NCR, buses not allowed to enter capital if...

The restrictions will not apply to buses or tempo travellers with an all-India tourist permit

DNA India 18 Sep 2024 10:00 pm

Focus is on monitoring compliance with environmental pollution laws, says APPCB Chairman

Priority is being accorded to safe disposal of plastic, construction and biomedical wastes, water pollution, and control

The Hindu 18 Sep 2024 7:35 pm

CAQM revises GRAP, bans non-BS-VI buses in Delhi if AQI hits severe level

This restriction aims to reduce vehicular emissions, one of the major contributors to air pollution, especially during t

Business Standard 18 Sep 2024 7:19 pm

Andhra Pradesh University Launches Air Pollution Monitoring Device To Check Local Air Quality

While the devices that are widely used are often fixed in one place, this facility can travel to different parts of the

News18 16 Sep 2024 5:54 pm

Federal judge temporarily blocks Biden admin rule to limit flaring of gas

A federal judge in North Dakota has temporarily blocked a new Biden administration rule aimed at reducing the venting an

Business Standard 15 Sep 2024 8:04 am

Polluted lungs

Research indicates that nearly 50% of lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers, attributing this rise to air pollut

The Times of India 14 Sep 2024 11:43 pm

aap-forgets-own-rule-delhi-police-registers-case-over-fireworks-to-celebrate-kejriwals-release

Delhi Police has filed an FIR over bursting of firecrackers outside the Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence in no

The Week 14 Sep 2024 5:46 pm

Delhi Police file FIR over bursting firecrackers outside Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence

Delhi Police are investigating an incident involving firecrackers outside Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence on

The Economic Times 14 Sep 2024 4:54 pm

Delhi Police file FIR over fireworks outside Kejriwal's residence

New Delhi: Delhi Police has filed an FIR over bursting of firecrackers outside the Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's resi

Deccan Chronicle 14 Sep 2024 4:26 pm

NGOs raise toxic air issue at Kelambakkam with TN Pollution Control Board

Tamil Nadu-based Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have raised the issue of air pollution at Kelambakkam in Chengalp

IBTimes 12 Sep 2024 4:34 pm

Delhi government imposes complete firecracker ban until January 1 to combat air pollution

The Delhi government has announced a complete ban on all types of firecrackers until January 1 to combat air pollution.

The Economic Times 10 Sep 2024 12:33 pm

Air Quality Life Index

The report by the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago highlights significant strides in Indias battle a

Daily Excelsior 10 Sep 2024 5:10 am

Production, Sale Of Firecrackers Banned In Delhi Till January 1

The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale and use of firecrackers in the national capital to control ai

NDTV 9 Sep 2024 8:14 pm

Delhi Government Bans Storage, Production And Sale of Firecrackers Till January 1 To Curb Air Pollution

In a press statement, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that the ban is necessary to mitigate the seasonal surge in ai

News18 9 Sep 2024 4:27 pm

No firecrackers this Diwali: Delhi bans production and sale to curb air pollutionuntil...

Delhi imposes a complete ban on firecrackers, including green crackers to combat winter air pollution until this date.

DNA India 9 Sep 2024 4:11 pm

No firecrackers this Diwali: Delhi bans production and sale till...

Delhi imposes a complete ban on firecrackers, including green crackers to combat winter air pollution until this date.

DNA India 9 Sep 2024 4:11 pm

Delhi govt bans production, sale, use of firecrackers till January 1

The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale and use of firecrackers in the national capital to control ai

Business Standard 9 Sep 2024 4:04 pm

Delhi govt bans production, sale of firecrackers till Jan 1

New Delhi: The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale and use of firecrackers in the national capital to

The Siasat Daily 9 Sep 2024 2:48 pm

21-cities-see-40-reduction-in-major-pollutants-which-are-they

By Mohit Sharma A reduction of 40 per cent in PM 10 pollutants has been witnessed in 21 cities, including Varanasi, as p

The Week 9 Sep 2024 11:45 am

21 Cities Under NCAP Cut PM10 Pollution by Over 40 pc Since 2017-18, Shows CPCB Data

New Delhi: Ninety-five of the 131 cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme have shown an improvement in air

Deccan Chronicle 9 Sep 2024 12:39 am

Greenpeace India warns of poor air quality in Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Mysuru

Three major cities in Karnataka -- Bengaluru, Mangaluru, and Mysuru -- have registered deteriorating air quality as the

Business Standard 7 Sep 2024 10:24 pm

'Warrior Moms' urges health minister to act on air pollution, proposes plan

A collective of mothers from across India advocating for clean air on Saturday urged the Union Health Ministry to create

Business Standard 7 Sep 2024 9:49 pm

Delhi breathes clean air for 128 days in first half of 2024: Report

The national capital breathed clean air for 128 days of the first half of 2024, according to a Delhi government report.

Business Standard 5 Sep 2024 10:11 pm

Drone Monitoring To Be Part Of Winter Action Plan In Delhi: AAP's Gopal Rai

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on Thursday that the government will implement a 21-point Winter Action P

NDTV 5 Sep 2024 9:27 pm

Study links air pollution with infertility in men

Shillong, September 5: Long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution is linked to a higher risk of

The Shillong Times 5 Sep 2024 7:46 pm

Haryana has 15 cities among India's 100 most polluted: Gurgaon, Faridabad tops the list

Fifteen out of 24 cities in Haryana ranked among India's 100 most polluted cities based on PM2.5 levels in the first hal

The Economic Times 5 Sep 2024 4:38 pm

Surplus rainfall in August kept air quality of Indian cities clean

DELHI: A surplus monsoon has brought down air pollution of Indian cities in good to satisfactory categories according to

The New Indian Express 5 Sep 2024 3:43 pm

Study links air pollution to infertility in men

Long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution is linked to a higher risk of infertility in men.

IBTimes 5 Sep 2024 1:50 pm

Premium buses to help in reducing air pollution: Delhi minister Gahlot

Delhiites will soon be able make online booking of seats up to one week in advance in a premium AC electric buses, track

Business Standard 4 Sep 2024 10:13 pm

Delhi contemplates using 'cloud seeding' to combat bad air: All you need to know about the process

The Delhi government is considering using cloud seeding to combat the city's air pollution. The method involves creating

The Economic Times 3 Sep 2024 1:20 pm

Pollution Drops by 50 per cent in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam: The recent spell of continuous rain in Visakhapatnam has provided much-needed relief to the city, dramati

Deccan Chronicle 3 Sep 2024 12:08 am

UP urges Centre to consider setting up panel to tackle air pollution

The Uttar Pradesh government has asked the Centre to consider establishing an airshed coordination committee to manage a

Business Standard 2 Sep 2024 6:26 pm

AAP govt. says curbing air pollution teamwork, asks BJP, Cong. for suggestions

Delhi Environment Minister urges Centre to grant necessary permissions for artificial rain plan;Rai should first tell pe

The Hindu 2 Sep 2024 1:06 am

Ready for cloud seeding, need permissions: Delhi Environment Minister as NCR gears up for winter pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has addressed concerns over artificial rain and smog towers raised by BJP leaders.

The Economic Times 1 Sep 2024 1:13 pm

Artificial Rain To Fight Winter Air Pollution: Delhi Seeks Urgent Meeting With Centre to Evaluate Cloud Seeding

In the letter, Gopal Rai told Bhupender Yadav that he believes it is imperative to assess the feasibility of artificial

News18 30 Aug 2024 7:54 pm

Delhi Govt Seeks Meeting With Centre For Evaluating Cloud Seeding To Tackle Winter Air Pollution

In a letter to Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, Rai emphasised the critical air quality situation that Delhi

News18 30 Aug 2024 7:42 pm

Indoor air pollution poses bigger health risk than outdoor: Experts

Indoor air pollution is a bigger health risk than outdoor air pollution in India, and sometimes cities are cleaner than

Business Standard 30 Aug 2024 2:32 pm

Work from home instead of odd-even likely on Delhi Govt's Winter Action Plan

Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai outlined a Winter Action Plan to combat air pollution, emphasizing work from home

The Economic Times 30 Aug 2024 2:21 pm

Artificial Rain, Work from Home, No Odd-Even: How Delhi Plans to Fight Air Pollution With Focus on Behaviour Change

Apart from dust, vehicular, and industrial pollution, pollution caused by stubble burning, open garbage burning, and fir

News18 29 Aug 2024 8:48 pm

WFH, awareness campaigns to combat Delhi air pollution, says minister Rai

Policies for work from home and awareness campaigns are likely to be part of the Delhi government's Winter Action Plan t

Business Standard 29 Aug 2024 5:54 pm

Haryana citizens prepare 'Green Manifesto' for political parties ahead of Assembly Elections

CHANDIGARH: For the first time in the run-up to the upcoming assembly elections, a Green Manifesto 2024 prepared by citi

The New Indian Express 29 Aug 2024 4:54 pm

Delhi Residents Lose Nearly 12 Years Of Their Lives To Air Pollution: Report

Even by India's own national standards, the residents stand to lose 8.5 years of life expectancy if current pollution le

NDTV 28 Aug 2024 11:00 pm

Delhi Residents Face Life Expectancy Reduction of Nearly 12 Years Due to Air Pollution: Report

Delhi, the capital and most populous city of India, also holds the dubious distinction of being the most polluted city g

News18 28 Aug 2024 9:41 pm

Transition to LPG for rural India could save over 150,000 lives a year: Study

Switching rural Indian households from wood, dung, and coal to LPG for cooking could save over 150,000 lives annually by

The Economic Times 28 Aug 2024 6:12 pm

South Asia air pollution fell in 2022, but remains major killer: Report

In 2022, South Asia saw a surprise improvement in air quality, leading to a global decline in pollution, likely due to f

The Economic Times 28 Aug 2024 9:55 am

Delhi Minister directs DPCC to ensure functioning of air pollution control mechanisms ahead of winter

NEW DELHI: Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Tuesday directed the principal secretary (environment) to ensure that

The New Indian Express 28 Aug 2024 8:01 am

Maharashtra to Convert 5,000 State Transport Diesel-run Buses to LNG

Mumbai : The Maharashtra transport department has granted approval for the conversion and maintenance of state transport

Deccan Chronicle 27 Aug 2024 9:57 pm

Air pollution in Indian cities raises death risk across age groups: Study

In Indian districts, air pollution exceeding national standards have been shown to increase death risk across all age gr

Business Standard 27 Aug 2024 2:20 pm

Study Finds Air Pollution in Indian Districts Greatly Increases Death Risk for All Age Groups

In many Indian districts, air pollution exceeding national standards is leading to increase in death risk. In Indian dis

The Northlines 27 Aug 2024 2:05 pm

Homes that breathe

Amid worsening Air Quality Index in India, what can prospective homebuyers do to avoid air pollution risks?

The Hindu 23 Aug 2024 2:58 pm

Karnataka govt intensifies push for eco-friendly Ganesha idols, green firecrackers

Mangaluru: The Karnataka government is ramping up its efforts to promote the use of eco-friendly Ganesha idols and green

Deccan Chronicle 23 Aug 2024 1:57 pm

No letter received from Delhi on air pollution: Union environment ministry

The Union environment ministry clarified on Thursday that it had not recently received any communication from Delhi Envi

Business Standard 22 Aug 2024 10:33 pm

Study proposes cleaner fuels for Mumbai bakeries to combat air pollution

Effective collaboration and policy support will be vital for the success of this transition to cleaner fuels, which will

The Hindu 22 Aug 2024 10:16 am

Survey finds half of Mumbai's bakeries using wood, pitches for cleaner fuel

An environmental non-profit has raised concerns over the alarming use of wood as fuel in Mumbai's bakeries, warning that

Business Standard 22 Aug 2024 10:00 am

Delhi govt to draw joint winter action plan with 33 depts to tackle air pollution

New Delhi: Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Friday said a joint winter action plan will be formulated to combat r

Deccan Chronicle 17 Aug 2024 1:50 am

How can traffic which causes air pollution be controlled? | Explained

What is the share of road transport with respect to Indias CO2 emissions? Why has the vehicular scrapping policy not bee

The Hindu 15 Aug 2024 10:59 pm

Wildfires growing under climate change, smoke threatens farmworkers: Study

As wildfires scorched swaths of land in the wine country of Sonoma County in 2020, sending ash flying and choking the ai

Business Standard 15 Aug 2024 1:32 pm

Andhra Pradesh: Centres Commits Rs 18K Crore for Orvakal Industrial Hub

Kurnool: Orvakal mega industrial hub is poised for significant development, thanks to the central government committing

Deccan Chronicle 13 Aug 2024 10:29 pm

GHMC clears garbage after DCs report

Hyderabad : The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) staff cleared garbage from an open land parcel at Road No

Deccan Chronicle 12 Aug 2024 11:53 pm

Govt to allow 35% bio-bitumen mixing, saving Rs 10,000 cr in forex outflows

Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said the government will allow mixing of lignin up to 35 per ce

Business Standard 7 Aug 2024 5:29 pm