Solar dimming: How air pollution is casting a shadow over solar energy potential of cities
The study found a link between higher pollution levels and greater atmospheric attenuation
For years it was ignored. Now scientists say this gas may be the major contributor to air pollution
Urban air pollution science has uncovered a surprising shift. A long-ignored gas, nitric oxide, may influence aerosol pa
Aravalli Biodiversity Park helps Delhi retain 3 million litres of rainwater, reduce flooding: Study
Delhi's Aravalli Biodiversity Park is a vital green lung, retaining nearly three million litres of rainwater annually an
Nearly One in Four Adults in J&K Use Tobacco: Report
Srinagar, Jun 21: Tobacco consumption continues to pose a significant public health challenge in Jammu and Kashmir, with
How Unplanned Expansion is Eating into Our Land, Our Heritage, and Our Future
At the heart of urban sprawl lies a particular way of seeing land: not as a shared trust between generations, but as a c
Stringent Measures Against Air Pollution in NCR: 199 Inspections Conducted
New Delhi, June 20: The Air Quality Management Commission (CAQM) has intensified its monitoring and enforcement actions
Govt considering green charge on old buses, trucks, other goods vehicles that enter core NCR
After several rounds of discussions at Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), the Green Contribution Scheme is be
Higher Parking Fee, WFH: Inside Delhi's Plan To Combat Winter Air Pollution
The measures, outlined under a newly notified winter air quality management framework, are intended to help authorities,
Tarigami Chairs Panel Meet, Seeks Ban on Plastic Bags
Srinagar, June 18: A meeting of the Committee on Environment held on Thursday at Assembly Secretariat under the Chairman
The Trump administration is helping one of Elon Musks companies fight a civil rights lawsuit that alleges it is illegall
In Boost to Musk, Trump Admin Seeks to Dismiss Air Pollution Lawsuit Against xAI Data Centre
The Justice Department, in a statement Tuesday, said the Pentagon is one of many federal agencies that use AI.
Why Migrate? Entrepreneur Says India Offers Better Life For The Wealthy
A viral social media post by entrepreneur Sandeep Mall has ignited a debate on why wealthy Indians migrate abroad, contr
A new study reveals that air pollution significantly damages the placenta, restricting fetal growth and increasing pregn
Air Pollution Linked to Memory Decline, Equivalent to Aging a Decade: Study Reveals
New Delhi, June 7: Air pollution affects not only our hearts but also our brains. A new study suggests that prolonged ex
Scheme to speed up adoption of cleaner transport in Delhi-NCR gets Cabinet nod
Two-year programme with financial outlay of 9,585 crore aims to reduce air pollution by encouraging vehicle owners to mo
Uttar Pradesh Government Aims to Reduce Air Pollution in NCR by 35% by 2026
Lucknow, June 3: The Uttar Pradesh government is taking decisive action to combat air pollution in the National Capital
Why are Indian cities battling pollution in summer?
Winter smog may be over, but air pollution is still troubling Indian cities. From Delhi and Mumbai to Chennai and Hydera
Why do Indian cities get polluted in summer?| Explained
How is summer air pollution different from that in winter? Why does ozone rise in hot weather? What drives PM10 spikes i
Love hills to escape pollution? Study finds smoke from plains is now reaching the Himalayas
Air pollution across eastern India and the Indo-Gangetic Plain has worsened sharply over two decades. Bihar and West Ben
A chemical tank in Garden Grove, California, is overheating and venting vapors. This has led to the evacuation of 50,000
Making every possible effort to fix environment, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on pollution
Delhi's air pollution is a constant battle, not just a seasonal issue. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is driving year-round
Delhi Governments Comprehensive Efforts to Enhance the Environment: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, May 23: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Saturday that the Delhi government is actively working on a c
Visakhapatnam air pollution: Citizens Forum seeks six-point action plan from administration
PM10 levels have risen 32.9% since 2017-18; the forum wants curbs on coal and construction dust, tighter vehicle checks
The Benefits Making Electric Vehicles Increasingly Popular in India
For many Indian consumers, electric vehicles are increasingly becoming a practical solution that combines lower running
Gadkari questions how much has been done to address Delhis pollution issue through ECC
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari questioned the effectiveness of Delhi's Environment Compensation Cess (ECC) in tackling air
Delhi green nets: Delhi has introduced a new minimum quality standard for the green nets used at construction sites afte
Government launches Road RADAR to identify air pollution sources
As part of the programme, one field surveyorhas been deployed in each of the 13 districts to systematically survey roads
Human Chain Protest Near KBR Park Against Tree Cutting
Speakers said any reduction in green cover could affect species dependent on the forest patch and warned that shrinking
NGT order warns of fines to southern States if clean air funds are not utilised
The tribunal has ordered all six southern States and Puducherry to ensure time-bound implementation of their State Actio
Jhum fires drive 27 pc of pre-monsoon air pollution in Mlaya, reveals study
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: A study based on field observations in Meghalaya has found that shifting cultivation
How air pollution physically changes childrens lungs
Every breath your children take is actually an interaction between their bodies and the world around them. While we may
Delhi Government Launches Advanced Air Pollution Study to Combat Pollution
New Delhi, April 22: The Delhi government is taking a significant step to tackle air pollution. A high-level meeting cha
Warning of the impacts on air pollution, acoustic stress and public health, Prof. Gurukkal highlights the risks of condu
MCD to roll out revised green charges for commercial vehicles entering Delhi
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will soon implement new environment compensation charges for commercial vehicles ente
Air pollution could be linked with increased migraine activity, study finds
NEW DELHI, Apr 17: Exposure to air pollution could be associated with an increased migraine activity, according to a stu
Rising Temperatures and Air Pollution in NCR: A Looming Crisis
Noida, April 17: Temperatures in the National Capital Region (NCR), including Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Delhi
The Delhi government has released the draft Electric Vehicle Policy 2026-2030 for public feedback. Key proposals include
Delhi Government Intensifies Fight Against Air Pollution with Innovative Trials
New Delhi, April 6: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi government is ramping up its efforts a
Government's Rs 22,000-Crore Plan To Fix Delhi's Yamuna, Air Pollution
17 departments will now be required to track and report their spending against green goals
Delhi pollution plan: Restrictions on goods vehicles, check when BS-VI and EV rules will apply
Delhi will soon see stricter rules for goods vehicles entering the capital. From November 1, only BS-VI compliant, CNG,
Delhi Allows Only BS-VI, EV Goods Vehicles From November; 62 Traffic Hotspots Targeted
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has launched the Air Pollution Mitigation Action Plan 2026, aiming to tackle the city's
Delhis Chief Minister Unveils Aggressive Pollution Control Strategy
New Delhi, April 4: Delhis Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented an ambitious strategy on Friday to combat air pollution
33 possible air pollution solutions progress to trial phase under challenge set by Delhi government
Delhi government's innovation challenge is moving to its next phase. Thirty-three prototypes designed to combat air poll
DUs Carbon Garden to combat air pollution, lessen toxic gases
From Our Special Correspondent Experts from different fields today agreed that instead of a piecemeal approach to tackle
There has been much talk about air pollution in Delhi and its magnitude and effects on the health of the general populat
AIIMS-Delhi To Study Link Between Lung Cancer And Air Pollution
The AIIMS-Delhi is set to conduct the AIRCARE study, which plans to study the correlation between particulate matter and
Climate action can prevent over 13.5 million deaths by 2050: Study
New Delhi: More than 13.5 million deaths due to air pollution could be avoided by 2050 under climate action that limits
Climate action could help prevent over 13.5 million deaths due to air pollution by 2050: Study
Climate action to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius results in more than 13.5 million avoided premature deaths f
Significant Drop in Pollution Levels Across NCR Due to Rain and Strong Winds
Noida, March 19: A sudden change in weather on Wednesday evening brought relief to the entire NCR region. Strong winds,
Maharashtra hikes tax on polluting vehicles to curb air pollution, boost green mobility
Maharashtra Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to tackle rising air pollution. The Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Tax (A
Transport Secretary suggests CNG for public transport and lowering air pollution
In War-Torn Iran Air Pollution Unleashes Invisible Health Threats
Burning oil depots & bombed buildings sending toxic debris into the air in Iranian cities.
Curtains drawn on 4-decade-old MC Mehta case on air pollution as SC disposes PIL
NEW DELHI, Mar 15: The four-decade-old MC Mehta case finally came to an end on March 12 when the Supreme Court disposed
Deepika Padukone flags Mumbai air pollution, mayor says BMC reviewing rising AQI concerns
Actor Deepika Padukone highlighted Mumbai's poor air quality. This sparked a debate, leading Mayor Ritu Tawde to assure
Deepika raises AQI alarm in Mumbai
Actress Deepika Padukone, who was last seen in Singham Again, is questioning the authorities in the Maharashtra administ
How is this okay? Deepika Padukone slams Mumbai air pollution, asks authorities to intervene
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has voiced serious concerns about Mumbai's air quality. She stated that residents, parti
Rajya Sabha members demand stricter law enforcement to reduce air pollution
Members want conceptual restructuring of the Environment Ministry to meet emerging challenges of climate change; Swati M
Air pollution is no longer seasonal. And it is not just Delhis problem
Indias air pollution crisis is no longer a seasonal problem limited to winter smog in Delhi but a year-round issue affec