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
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
7 cities in India offering cleaner air and strong property investment potential
As air pollution persists in major Indian metropolitan cities, potential residential property buyers are now focusing on
Congress Leader Ajay Maken Raises Alarm Over Delhis Toxic Air Quality
New Delhi, April 12: Ajay Maken, the treasurer of the All India Congress Committee and former Speaker of the Delhi Assem
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
Crackdown On Illegal Bike Silencers, Lamps In Ongole
Such modifications not only increase noise and air pollution but also pose serious risks to motorists, often leading to
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.
Telangana Meets Retrofit Firms to Convert Petrol, Diesel Autos to Electric Vehicles
Representatives of retrofitment companies shared their views on the feasibility of converting existing autorickshaws int
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
Mumbai Pollution Linked To 57% Of Lung Cancer Cases: Maharashtra Government Warns of Health Crisis
Rising air pollution in Mumbai is now being linked to 57% of lung cancer cases, the Maharashtra government told the stat
Air pollution taking toll on childrens mental and physical health, finds survey
Inside Mumbai's Worsening Air Pollution Crisis
Mumbai woke up to yet another blanket of haze on Tuesday morning, with a grey veil hanging over the skyline from Bandra
Air pollution: SC seeks replies from Centre on proposal to shift coal-based industries out of NCR
The court says it will examine the issue of vehicular air pollution on March 12 based on the suggestions made by the Com
Air Pollution: SC Seeks Centre's Reply on Shifting Coal-based Industries out of NCR
It also sought responses of all the stakeholders on the measures suggested by the CAQM to deal with dust due to construc
1.32 million lives may be saved yearly by 2040 under ambitious climate action: Study
The study also projected that the balance of pollution flowing across borders may shift, even when total global air poll
Air pollution directly linked with increased Alzheimers disease risk: Study
NEW DELHI, Feb 18: A study conducted in 27.8 million people in the US has shown that exposure to air pollution can direc
A groundbreaking study by IIT Delhi has identified a critical flaw in how the capital measures its air quality, revealin
Bhopal News: National Green Tribunal Directs Companies To Fund Scientific Waste Disposal
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Companies producing disposable items such as tin, glass, plastic packaging, and electronic good
Mumbai, Feb 13: As air pollution continues to choke major Indian metros, new research reveals a worrying truth about how
TGSRTC plans 2,800 e-buses for Hyderabad by 2027 via retrofitting
Hyderabad: The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has announced plans to expand its electric bus fleet
A smog season discount is another threat to India earnings
India's severe air pollution is now a significant drag on company profits, impacting sectors from retail to real estate.
Air Pollution, Poor Civic Infrastructure: What is Driving Indians to Leave?
Between 2014 and 2024, 17,10,890 people renounced Indian citizenship, marking a 59.58% increase over the decade.
Flu A (H3N2) leads surge as multiple respiratory viruses co-circulate in Delhi-NCR
Dr Arjun Dang, CEO of Dr. Dang's Lab, identified Influenza A (H3N2), Metapneumovirus, Coronaviruses, and Influenza B as
Laxmi Organics Lote chemical unit operates within environmental norms
According to the Maharashtra State Pollution Control Board, the plants effluent treatment and air pollution control syst
Reduction in air pollution isnt a victory, but a positive sign
Development and employment in NCR, home to eight crore people, must be balanced with the need for clean air, says Centra
Two habits behind 40% of Preventable Cancers: WHO reveals global insights
A new WHO analysis reveals that over one-third of global cancer cases are preventable, with lung, stomach, and cervical
Paracoat Products Limited, a Pioneer NVH solutions manufacturer is set to make a significant impact at Plast India Expo
High speed rail corridor, EV push will help reduce air pollution: Sirsa
Rising vehicle numbers impacting Goas air quality
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji Goas rapidly increasing vehicle population is emerging as one of the states serious environmenta
Bombay HC Forms Panel to Tackle Mumbai Air Pollution Crisis
The panel is empowered to seek input from technical and medical experts, including specialists in paediatric pulmonology
Air pollution also looming over the Northeast
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Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as Maharashtra's deputy CM, days after her husband's death. Meanwhile, Epstein files revealed
Dev 360 | Pollution No Side Issue, It Tests Indias Political Will | Patralekha Chatterjee
The 2019 Global Burden of Disease study on the health and economic impact of air pollution in India, published in The La
No conclusive data on deaths exclusively due to air pollution: Govt in RS
New Delhi: There is no conclusive data to establish a direct correlation of deaths exclusively due to air pollution, the
Adverse Health Impacts Due To Plastic Use Set To Double By 2024: Lancet Study
A Lancet study warns plastics emissions could more than double health risks by 2040, driving global warming, air polluti
ET Graphics: Why DelhiNCR remains Indias worst air pollution hotspot
DelhiNCR remains Indias most severe air pollution hotspot, despite years of policy action and court-led interventions, a
Air Pollution A Governance Failure: Rahul Gandhi
On Sunday, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha said crores of Indians are paying the price for toxic air every
Paying With Health: Rahul Gandhi Urges Action Against Air Pollution
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that people are paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health and
Rahul Gandhi Asks Citizens To Share Stories On Air Pollution Through 'Awaaz Bharat Ki' Platform
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Sunday urged citizens across the country to share their personal stories
Air pollution taking a toll on public health, Rahul Gandhi warns
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi states that air pollution significantly impacts the health and economy of India. He emphasi
People paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Jan 25: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that people are paying a heavy price for air pollution wi
Clean Air for Hyderabad: A Coordinated Multi-Departmental Effort
Improving air quality is a shared responsibility. Under NCAP, all line departments and agencies are working together wit
Budget 2026: Money matters for the air you breathe and water you drink
Union Budget 2026 arrives amid escalating climate warnings, water stress, heatwaves, floods, and air pollution. The upco
Seasons first rain lowers air pollution, increases hardships for homeless
Mercury drops as city receives 14.5 mm of rainfall; R-Day rehearsal disrupted, fly-past and cultural segments cancelled;
Delhi-NCR air pollution: GRAP Stage-III curbs revoked; quality likely to stay moderate to poor
Air quality in Delhi-NCR has improved significantly. The Commission for Air Quality Management has lifted Stage-III rest
Retailers, restaurants cite air pollution for weaker December quarter sales in North India
Large retailers and restaurant chains report lower sales in North India. High air pollution levels kept shoppers indoors
Retailers, restaurants cite air pollution for weaker December quarter sales in North India
Large retailers and restaurant chains report lower sales in North India. High air pollution levels kept shoppers indoors
SC asks NCR states to act on CAQM's recommendations
The Supreme Court has taken a decisive stance against air pollution, mandating that the Delhi government and NCR authori
CAQM submits long-term steps to curb air pollution; Supreme Court asks Delhi authorities to act
The measures include phasing out polluting vehicles from Delhi-NCR, fortifying the pollution-under-check regime, augment
Vehicular pollution highest contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR: CAQM tells Supreme Court
The CAQM recommended 15 measures to be introduced in a phased manner
Satisfactory to moderate air quality in Vasco, Ponda
NT Reporter Panaji In an effort to address the rising public concern over air pollution in the state, Goa State Pollutio
Rise of vitamin d deficiency in urban population: here are 5 reasons why
Nearly 9 in 10 urban Indians are Vitamin D deficient despite abundant sunshine. Glass windows, air pollution, sunscreen
CalcuttaHigh Court takes suo motu cognisance of worsening AQI in Kolkata, issues notice to State
Last week, a PIL was also filed on the same matter,raising concerns about lack of action on rising air pollution in Kolk
Severe pollution in Delhi NCR as AQI surpasses 450
New Delhi: Air pollution levels in the National Capital Region (NCR) have shattered previous records over the past few d
World Bank Air Pollution Report: How long will govt live in denial, asks Congress
A World Bank report reveals one million premature deaths annually in the Indo-Gangetic plains and Himalayan foothills du
How long will Modi government live in denial, asks Congress citing World Bank's air pollution report
Jairam Ramesh said the Congress has suggested a vast expansion of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), both in terms
Denial For How Long: Congress Questions Centre Amid World Bank Pollution Report
The World Bank report says that air pollution across the Indo-Gangetic Plains and Himalayan Foothills is one of the most
The post immediately garnered a number of reactions, showing people's concern and disappointment.
Delhi-NCR struggled with dense fog, flights and trains services were hit as visibility reached zero. The capital continu
Delhi chokes again: AQI in 'severe' category at 439 as cold wave and fog persist
Delhi continued to face a severe air pollution crisis on Sunday, with the AQI hitting 439 by 7 am, keeping the city firm
Air Pollution Increases Risk Of Eye Infection, Other Ocular Problems, Say Doctors
New Delhi, Jan 17: Air pollution is considered a reason for respiratory and cardiac problems. However, experts warn that
14,000 Buses, 36,000 EV Chargers: Delhi's 4-Year Pollution Plan
The Delhi government on Friday laid out a four-year, deadline-driven plan to cut air pollution, placing its biggest bets
Delhi Metro commuters can now book bike taxis, cabs from these stations; details inside
According to the DMRC, the initiative is aimed at strengthening first- and last-mile access to the metro network and add
India Open: Delhis Air Pollution Affecting Players Stamina, Says Loh Kean Yew
World No. 10 Loh Kean Yew said players' energy levels have been affected by the poor air quality in the Indian capital.
Nebuliser, inhaler demand jumps by 60 pc in Delhi winters: Survey
New Delhi: The demand for nebulisers, inhalers and respiratory medicines for children has surged sharply in Delhi during
World No.3 Antonsen Withdraws From India Open Due to Extreme Air Pollution in Delhi
Many are curious why I have pulled out of the India Open for the third consecutive year. Due to the extreme pollution in
Pollution forced me to pull out of India Open: World No.3 Anders Antonsen
Danish badminton player Anders Antonsen withdrew from the India Open. He cited extreme air pollution in Delhi as the rea