Delhi is set for a major road upgrade. A new scientific system will manage road construction and maintena ...More

Delhi is set for a major road upgrade. A new scientific system will manage road construction and maintenance. This initiative focuses on improving road quality, reducing dust pollution, and enhancing safety. New drainage systems will tackle waterlogging. The project aims for sustainable infrastructure and groundwater recharge. Delhi's roads will become safer and greener. ...Less

Delhi is breathing a little easier as air quality shows marked enhancement. The Commission for Air Qualit ...More

Delhi is breathing a little easier as air quality shows marked enhancement. The Commission for Air Quality Management has said that the average Air Quality Index from January to May this year has reached its lowest level in eight years, aside from the exceptional circumstances of 2020. Notably, May recorded the cleanest air during this timeframe, highlighting the effectiveness of recent pollution control initiatives. ...Less

Delhi-NCR has entered Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as air quality dropped to the 'po ...More

Delhi-NCR has entered Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as air quality dropped to the 'poor' category with an AQI of 208. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented restrictions, including a ban on coal and firewood in tandoors and limited use of diesel generators. ...Less

Delhi Weather Today: Delhi experienced its hottest day of the season on Tuesday as temperatures soared pa ...More

Delhi Weather Today: Delhi experienced its hottest day of the season on Tuesday as temperatures soared past 46 degrees Celsius, triggering severe heat stress. The IMD has issued orange alerts for heatwave conditions, warning of little relief in the coming days. Warm nights are adding to the discomfort, with minimum temperatures remaining unusually high. ...Less

Delhi green nets: Delhi has introduced a new minimum quality standard for the green nets used at construc ...More

Delhi green nets: Delhi has introduced a new minimum quality standard for the green nets used at construction sites after pollution authorities found many existing nets were too thin to effectively block dust. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has now made it mandatory for all construction and demolition sites to use green nets with a minimum thickness of 100 GSM to better control dust pollution across the city. ...Less

Delhi is set to receive 13 new air quality monitoring stations this year. The Delhi Pollution Control Com ...More

Delhi is set to receive 13 new air quality monitoring stations this year. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee is developing 10 of these, aiming for October operational status. Another three stations will be managed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology. These additions will enhance pollution data collection across the city. ...Less

Petrol pumps in Delhi have stopped fueling vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certifi ...More

Petrol pumps in Delhi have stopped fueling vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, intensifying anti-pollution measures. This directive, effective immediately, mandates compliance with PUC norms for all fuel types. The government aims to improve air quality through strict enforcement and penalties for non-compliant vehicles. ...Less

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will soon implement new environment compensation charges for commercia ...More

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will soon implement new environment compensation charges for commercial vehicles entering the city. These revised rates, mandated by the Supreme Court, aim to reduce air pollution. Charges for light commercial vehicles and two-axle trucks have increased. Heavier trucks will face a steeper hike. This move is expected to deter polluting vehicles from entering Delhi. ...Less

The Delhi Government has brought the road rationing scheme to deal with rising level of pollution in the ...More

The Delhi Government has brought the road rationing scheme to deal with rising level of pollution in the National capital region. The scheme will be implemented from November 4 to 15. Pollution levels in Delhi and satellite towns shot up again on Sunday morning, with the air quality bordering the 'severe plus' category at several places. ...Less

Delhi will soon see stricter rules for goods vehicles entering the capital. From November 1, only BS-VI c ...More

Delhi will soon see stricter rules for goods vehicles entering the capital. From November 1, only BS-VI compliant, CNG, and electric trucks will be allowed. This is part of a new plan to fight air pollution. The government is also pushing for more electric buses and charging points. Other measures include better public transport and managing traffic hotspots. ...Less

Delhi-NCR's air quality dipped into the 'poor' category, with the AQI reaching 266 due to an early mornin ...More

Delhi-NCR's air quality dipped into the 'poor' category, with the AQI reaching 266 due to an early morning dust storm. However, the Commission for Air Quality Management has decided against implementing GRAP restrictions for now. Favorable weather forecasts, including potential light rain, suggest the AQI may return to 'moderate' soon. ...Less

Delhi government's innovation challenge is moving to its next phase. Thirty-three prototypes designed to ...More

Delhi government's innovation challenge is moving to its next phase. Thirty-three prototypes designed to combat air pollution will undergo trials. These innovations include solar-powered dust traps and advanced mist sprayers. Trials are expected to begin in early May and last for three months. An expert committee will evaluate the technologies for practical and cost-effective solutions. ...Less

Delhi recorded its most polluted March in four years. The city also saw its wettest March in three years ...More

Delhi recorded its most polluted March in four years. The city also saw its wettest March in three years and its hottest since 2022. Weather patterns were unusual with rain and heat. Pollution levels remained high throughout the month. Experts noted a shift towards gaseous pollutants like ozone. Meteorological conditions contributed to the elevated pollution. ...Less

A study by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reveals that installing flue-gas desulf ...More

A study by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reveals that installing flue-gas desulfurization (FGD) systems in 12 coal-based thermal plants within a 300-km radius of Delhi could reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions by up to 67%. However, slow progress in implementing this technology, despite government directives, remains a challenge. ...Less

On Friday, the Central government's Commission for Air Quality Management lifted the GRAP-III restriction ...More

On Friday, the Central government's Commission for Air Quality Management lifted the GRAP-III restrictions in Delhi-NCR after a drop in pollution levels. GRAP-III and IV had been implemented on January 15 due to a sharp decline in air quality, which led to schools switching to hybrid education modes in the region. ...Less

Delhi-NCR has implemented the strictest curbs under Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan as air qu ...More

Delhi-NCR has implemented the strictest curbs under Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan as air quality deteriorates sharply. The Commission for Air Quality Management invoked emergency restrictions after pollution levels breached critical thresholds, enforcing all measures for 'Severe+' air quality. ...Less

The measures constitute the Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan, which is activated at least thre ...More

The measures constitute the Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan, which is activated at least three days before the Air Quality Index surpasses the 450 mark in the capital. The CAQM, a statutory body responsible for formulating strategies to combat pollution in the region, also asked the NCR states to implement all emergency measures, including work-from-home directives for 50 per cent of staff in government and private offices. ...Less

The Centre’s air pollution control panel has asked Delhi-NCR state governments to start the first stage o ...More

The Centre’s air pollution control panel has asked Delhi-NCR state governments to start the first stage of the Graded Response Action Plan. This comes after Delhi's air quality remained in the 'poor' category for two days. Measures include strict checks on polluting vehicles, better waste management, and limits on diesel generators from Tuesday. ...Less

Are you tired of Delhi's pollution? Well, one trip on the cycle can save a minimum of 110 liters of fossi ...More

Are you tired of Delhi's pollution? Well, one trip on the cycle can save a minimum of 110 liters of fossil fuel per year for one person. ...Less

It directed the Delhi government to seriously consider a ban on further construction in the city to the e ...More

It directed the Delhi government to seriously consider a ban on further construction in the city to the extent possible and implementing the 'odd-even' vehicle usage scheme as a short term measure. ...Less

Delhi pollution: The answer's in the wind ...More

Delhi pollution: The answer's in the wind ...Less

The rising pollution is being variously attributed to crop burning in nearby states, weak surface winds, ...More

The rising pollution is being variously attributed to crop burning in nearby states, weak surface winds, drop in temperature and vehicular pollution. ...Less

A joint study by IIT-Roorkee, University of Minnesota and University of Surrey to find the levels of diff ...More

A joint study by IIT-Roorkee, University of Minnesota and University of Surrey to find the levels of different pollutants due to emissions from on-road vehicles in Delhi has revealed that they have increased by two to three times between 1991 and 2011 and expected to rise up to 19 times by 2020. ...Less

Delhi’s Innovation Challenge has received over 265 proposals offering new technologies to cut air polluti ...More

Delhi’s Innovation Challenge has received over 265 proposals offering new technologies to cut air pollution, ranging from photocatalytic coatings and biofilm panels to AI-based dust prediction tools and mobile air purifiers. ...Less

An Expert Committee, chaired by IIT Madras Professor Ashok Jhunjhunwala, has been formed by the Commissio ...More

An Expert Committee, chaired by IIT Madras Professor Ashok Jhunjhunwala, has been formed by the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR to address vehicular pollution. The committee will review clean mobility policies, assess emission contributions, and recommend measures for accelerated EV transition and air pollution abatement in Delhi-NCR. ...Less

"The improvement in AQI is likely to sustain and the forecast does not indicate any steep degradation in ...More

"The improvement in AQI is likely to sustain and the forecast does not indicate any steep degradation in the overall air quality in Delhi-NCR in the next few days. "The sub-committee, accordingly, hereby decides to revoke with immediate effect its order dated October 29 for invoking actions under Stage-III (severe air quality) of GRAP," the Centre's air quality panel said in an order. ...Less

Odd-numbered cars are allowed to run on odd dates while even-numbered cars can only run on even dates. ...More

Odd-numbered cars are allowed to run on odd dates while even-numbered cars can only run on even dates. ...Less

"Delhi pollution has impacted my health....rice straw which people burn, cause pollution and can be used ...More

"Delhi pollution has impacted my health....rice straw which people burn, cause pollution and can be used to produce second generation ethanol which can be blended with petrol." ...Less

Air pollutant touched calamitous levels here yesterday, as a thick grey smog hung low across the region, ...More

Air pollutant touched calamitous levels here yesterday, as a thick grey smog hung low across the region, prompting the government to declare schools closed till Sunday. ...Less

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced a 15-point winter action plan to combat pollution in t ...More

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced a 15-point winter action plan to combat pollution in the city. Kejriwal claimed that pollution levels have decreased by around 30% over the past eight years due to various government initiatives. As part of the plan, teams will monitor open garbage burning, water sprinklers will be deployed to prevent dust pollution, and vehicles' pollution certificates will be checked. Additionally, the Pusa biodecomposer, a solution that turns paddy straw into manure, will be sprayed on 5,000 hectares of farmland. The government has also identified 13 pollution hotspots and will monitor them closely. ...Less

Delhi Pollution News: Delhi has enforced stringent anti-pollution rules. Non-BS-VI vehicles are now banne ...More

Delhi Pollution News: Delhi has enforced stringent anti-pollution rules. Non-BS-VI vehicles are now banned from entering the city. Many offices are adopting a work-from-home model. Fuel will not be provided to vehicles without a valid PUC certificate. These measures are in effect as air quality remains poor. The government aims to reduce immediate emissions and improve the situation. ...Less

Delhi pollution news: Delhi experienced its eighth consecutive day of 'very poor' air quality, with AQI r ...More

Delhi pollution news: Delhi experienced its eighth consecutive day of 'very poor' air quality, with AQI reaching 383, causing low visibility. Despite health risks and a court ban due to toxic foam in the Yamuna River, devotees celebrated Chhath Puja, prompting concerns and calls for inter-state pollution control measures. ...Less

It records an average PM2.5 concentration of 285 micrograms per cubic metre from November 1 to November 1 ...More

It records an average PM2.5 concentration of 285 micrograms per cubic metre from November 1 to November 15. ...Less

All Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) restrictions in Delhi-NCR have been lifted as air quality signific ...More

All Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) restrictions in Delhi-NCR have been lifted as air quality significantly improved, with the AQI recorded at 119. Favorable meteorological conditions are expected to keep the AQI in the moderate category. This revocation lifts curbs like bans on coal and firewood use and restrictions on diesel generators. ...Less

Diesel autorickshaws have been banned in Noida and Ghaziabad as part of Uttar Pradesh’s phased plan to cu ...More

Diesel autorickshaws have been banned in Noida and Ghaziabad as part of Uttar Pradesh’s phased plan to curb emissions in the NCR. The state said the wider action strategy targets road dust through redevelopment, dust-suppression measures and large-scale cleanliness drives. ...Less

Delhi Pollution News: Scientists at CSIR-CRRI have developed a bio-bitumen technology converting farm res ...More

Delhi Pollution News: Scientists at CSIR-CRRI have developed a bio-bitumen technology converting farm residue into road material, a significant step towards tackling Delhi's pollution and infrastructure costs. This innovation, now transferred to 14 companies, promises durable roads and substantial foreign exchange savings by reducing reliance on imported crude oil. ...Less

The direction to hold such a meeting soon was given by a bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatante ...More

The direction to hold such a meeting soon was given by a bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar to the Delhi Chief Secretary, Delhi Pollution Control Committee and other stakeholders. ...Less

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva claimed there were over 3,000 stubble burning incidents in AAP-rule ...More

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva claimed there were over 3,000 stubble burning incidents in AAP-ruled Punjab on Sunday while Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was busy with "political tourism" in poll- bound states. "Kejriwal has turned Delhi into the city of smoke. There were 3,230 incidents of parali burning in Punjab on Sunday alone but Kejriwal has kept mum over it because his party rules in the state," Sachdeva charged. ...Less

GRAP 3 Delhi Air Pollution: The Centre on Tuesday enforced Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GR ...More

GRAP 3 Delhi Air Pollution: The Centre on Tuesday enforced Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR after a sharp decline in air quality, imposing restrictions such as a ban on non-essential construction work. GRAP is a tiered framework that activates stricter measures as pollution levels worsen in the region. ...Less

The lead investigator of the study Professor Mukesh Sharma would be asked to explain as to how they arriv ...More

The lead investigator of the study Professor Mukesh Sharma would be asked to explain as to how they arrived at the conclusion and projected the figures, the official said. ...Less

Delhi's pollution levels shot up today with most of the monitoring stations recording the city's air qual ...More

Delhi's pollution levels shot up today with most of the monitoring stations recording the city's air quality in 'severe' category, although the 24-hour average remained 'poor' as PM 2.5 and PM 10 were nearly three times above the safe limit. ...Less

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will unveil a winter action plan on October 1 to combat pollution in ...More

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will unveil a winter action plan on October 1 to combat pollution in the city, said state environment minister Gopal Rai. Thirteen hotspots have been identified, and specific measures will be implemented for each. The plan will cover areas such as stubble pollution, vehicular pollution, open garbage burning, industrial pollution, and tree plantation. A comprehensive ban on firecrackers has also been imposed in anticipation of high pollution levels during winter. ...Less

The ban won't apply to “essential services“ such as hospitals, mobile towers and Metro. However, generato ...More

The ban won't apply to “essential services“ such as hospitals, mobile towers and Metro. However, generators can't be used at weddings, housing societies and malls. ...Less

According to the Ministry of Earth Sciences' air quality monitor, SAFAR, the share of stubble burning in ...More

According to the Ministry of Earth Sciences' air quality monitor, SAFAR, the share of stubble burning in Delhi's pollution rose to 40 percent on Sunday, the maximum so far this season. It was 32 percent on Saturday, 19 percent on Friday and 36 percent on Thursday, the second highest this season so far. ...Less

Delhi–NCR remains India’s most severe air pollution hotspot, despite years of policy action and court-led ...More

Delhi–NCR remains India’s most severe air pollution hotspot, despite years of policy action and court-led interventions, according to an expert committee report submitted by the Commission for Air Quality Management to the Supreme Court. ...Less

The Supreme Court will hold regular open court hearings on Saturday soon in a bid to stay on top of arrea ...More

The Supreme Court will hold regular open court hearings on Saturday soon in a bid to stay on top of arrears which hover in the range of 60,000 odd cases. ...Less

Delhi Minister Gopal Rai asked the central government to make it rain artificially to clean the city's ba ...More

Delhi Minister Gopal Rai asked the central government to make it rain artificially to clean the city's bad air. He said the environment minister is not acting on Delhi's requests for an emergency pollution meeting. Delhi's air quality has been very unhealthy lately. Experts tried making rain before, but the weather did not allow it. ...Less

Most air quality monitoring stations in Delhi meet Central Pollution Control Board guidelines. A Public A ...More

Most air quality monitoring stations in Delhi meet Central Pollution Control Board guidelines. A Public Accounts Committee report noted exceptions at Anand Vihar, RK Puram, and Jahangirpuri. Authorities decided against relocating these sites to maintain data continuity. The report also covered pollutant measurements and vehicular pollution checks. ...Less

Earlier in the day, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said polluted air is not restricted by bor ...More

Earlier in the day, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said polluted air is not restricted by borders. He claimed that people in his state as well as in Delhi were suffering with Punjab reporting several cases of crop-residue burning. Khattar, however, stressed there should not be politics over the issue and that it is the collective responsibility of everyone to keep the environment clean. ...Less

On crop burning, HC warned Punjab’s chief secretary that he will face contempt unless he explains why “ou ...More

On crop burning, HC warned Punjab’s chief secretary that he will face contempt unless he explains why “our directions were not carried out and what prevented him from doing so”. ...Less

With the 2.5 PM level at 63 micrograms per cubic metre of air, New Delhi saw its lowest mean figure for t ...More

With the 2.5 PM level at 63 micrograms per cubic metre of air, New Delhi saw its lowest mean figure for the season yesterday, according to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR). ...Less

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in turn, blamed the central government for rising incidents of stub ...More

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in turn, blamed the central government for rising incidents of stubble burning in Punjab and said it should "resign" if it cannot control air pollution. ...Less

India’s capital chronicles the extremes of a story that is playing out around the world ...More

India’s capital chronicles the extremes of a story that is playing out around the world ...Less

Delhi's pollution crisis demands a shift in agricultural waste management with compressed biogas (CBG) as ...More

Delhi's pollution crisis demands a shift in agricultural waste management with compressed biogas (CBG) as a potential solution. A single CBG plant producing 10 tons per day can significantly reduce particulate matter emissions, equivalent to replacing numerous petrol cars with electric vehicles. Comprehensive efforts from the government, private sector, and farmers are necessary for effective adoption. ...Less

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board is opening applications for 911 positions. The registratio ...More

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board is opening applications for 911 positions. The registration window closes on March 25, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online for roles like Legal Assistant and Engineer. Selection will be based on a written examination. Specific minimum qualifying marks are outlined for different categories. Women and certain reserved categories are exempt from the application fee. ...Less

Air quality in Delhi deteriorated further on Saturday, with pollution levels breaching the 400 mark in se ...More

Air quality in Delhi deteriorated further on Saturday, with pollution levels breaching the 400 mark in several areas and placing the city among the most polluted in the country. The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 361, categorised as “very poor,” while stations in Alipur, ITO, Nehru Nagar, Vivek Vihar, Wazirpur, and Burari recorded “severe” levels above 400, according to Central Pollution Control Board data. ...Less

Delhi Police’s Special Cell and Crime Branch have busted two international syndicates supplying fake Indi ...More

Delhi Police’s Special Cell and Crime Branch have busted two international syndicates supplying fake Indian currency notes to different states with arrest of six persons and recovery of fake notes of the face value of Rs9.5 lakh. ...Less

CPCB and the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) put out separate air quality indexes while the Delhi Pollu ...More

CPCB and the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) put out separate air quality indexes while the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) shares real-time data. ...Less

The Supreme Court on Wednesday came down heavily on the bureaucracy for having developed a "don't take an ...More

The Supreme Court on Wednesday came down heavily on the bureaucracy for having developed a "don't take any step" attitude in dealing with any situation, during a hearing on the air pollution situation in Delhi. "They do not want to take any decision. They want courts to pass orders and they are happy to implement. It is unfortunate that bureaucracy has come to this pass," the court said. ...Less

"Closure directions were issued from time to time in all 43 premises and units were effectively closed. P ...More

"Closure directions were issued from time to time in all 43 premises and units were effectively closed. Power supply and water supply of the units were also disconnected by BSES and DJB respectively. Show cause notice for the imposition of Environmental Damage Charges were also issued in February 2021," the DPCC told the NGT. ...Less

Delhi residents were confused Tuesday as air quality readings varied drastically between platforms. While ...More

Delhi residents were confused Tuesday as air quality readings varied drastically between platforms. While the Central Pollution Control Board reported AQI below 400, international apps like IQAir showed levels exceeding 2,000 in some areas. This significant discrepancy stemmed from the use of different measurement scales. ...Less

An eight-year study, from 2008-2015, conducted by the IIT-Roorkee, University of Minnesota in the US and ...More

An eight-year study, from 2008-2015, conducted by the IIT-Roorkee, University of Minnesota in the US and University of Surrey, UK, has shown that emissions from vehicles in Delhi have increased up to three times between 1991 and 2011; these could rise by up to 19 times by 2020. ...Less

Throwing puja offerings into the Yamuna, a ritual for many Delhiites, will now invite a fine of Rs 5,000. ...More

Throwing puja offerings into the Yamuna, a ritual for many Delhiites, will now invite a fine of Rs 5,000. Dumping construction debris on the banks will cost Rs 50,000 while real estate developers have been barred from carrying out any construction on the floodplains. ...Less

The AAP government had on Thursday announced introduction of the odd-even scheme as part of a Graded Resp ...More

The AAP government had on Thursday announced introduction of the odd-even scheme as part of a Graded Response Plan to tackle the alarming pollution levels in the capital. ...Less

People are posting pictures of themselves wearing the masks on social media with accompanying messages ex ...More

People are posting pictures of themselves wearing the masks on social media with accompanying messages expressing exasperation with the quality of air in the NCR. ...Less

Two court commissioners appointed by the National Green Tribunal found alarming congestion and traffic ch ...More

Two court commissioners appointed by the National Green Tribunal found alarming congestion and traffic chaos in front of the Lotus Temple. ...Less

From calling it ‘Delhi pollution’, we need to rechristen it the ‘north Indian haze’. The north Indian haz ...More

From calling it ‘Delhi pollution’, we need to rechristen it the ‘north Indian haze’. The north Indian haze, by definition, cannot be made a single state political issue. It has to be dealt with together. And since we are talking about haze, we can go to the heart of what causes it — stubble burning. ...Less

Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot in New Delhi announced the increase in PUC charges after 13 years: Rs 8 ...More

Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot in New Delhi announced the increase in PUC charges after 13 years: Rs 80 for two and three-wheelers (up from Rs 60), Rs 110 for four-wheelers, and Rs 140 for diesel vehicles. This is to ensure pollution compliance and air quality, with the changes communicated through a PTI-sourced statement. ...Less

The bans were extended by the Supreme Court-appointed agency on the recommendations of a Central Pollutio ...More

The bans were extended by the Supreme Court-appointed agency on the recommendations of a Central Pollution Control Board-led task force, which reviews the national capital's air quality. ...Less

Delhi will soon see cleaner air. From November 1, 2025, commercial trucks not registered in Delhi and fai ...More

Delhi will soon see cleaner air. From November 1, 2025, commercial trucks not registered in Delhi and failing to meet BS-VI emission standards will be banned. This move by the Commission for Air Quality Management aims to reduce pollution. BS-IV trucks get a temporary pass until October 31, 2026. Vehicles running on clean fuels like CNG and electricity are exempt. ...Less

Take a look at these natural detox drinks that can help improve lung health and boost the immune system. ...More

Take a look at these natural detox drinks that can help improve lung health and boost the immune system. ...Less

The overall air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 237 which falls in the 'poor' category, according to ...More

The overall air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 237 which falls in the 'poor' category, according to data by the Central Pollution Control Board. ...Less

Sharma flies to Kochi every weekend to spend time with the family. ...More

Sharma flies to Kochi every weekend to spend time with the family. ...Less

Which city has the best AQI? Find out here ...More

Which city has the best AQI? Find out here ...Less

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to examine the plea for banning diesel cars from plying on Delhi's r ...More

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to examine the plea for banning diesel cars from plying on Delhi's road to tackle growing menace of pollution in the national capital. The SC, however, favoured to impose complete ban on tucks passing through Delhi. ...Less

The overall air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 237 which falls in the 'poor' category, according to ...More

The overall air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 237 which falls in the 'poor' category, according to data by the Central Pollution Control Board. ...Less

Pollution during the week after Diwali not only aggravated the conditions of those with breathing problem ...More

Pollution during the week after Diwali not only aggravated the conditions of those with breathing problems, it affected an equal amount of new patients. ...Less

CSE claimed that instead of scaling up public transport connectivity in the NCR aggressively, governments ...More

CSE claimed that instead of scaling up public transport connectivity in the NCR aggressively, governments are planning to turn city roads into highways. ...Less

The Centre is set to roll out an innovative initiative modeled after Beijing's air quality improvements, ...More

The Centre is set to roll out an innovative initiative modeled after Beijing's air quality improvements, aiming to significantly reduce pollution in Delhi-NCR. Over the next five years, the plan aspires to halve pollution levels through targeted actions such as managing heavy vehicle access and encouraging the uptake of electric vehicles. ...Less

A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar sought response from the governments, Delhi Pol ...More

A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar sought response from the governments, Delhi Pollution Control Committee, UP Pollution Control Board on the issue. ...Less

The govt's air quality monitor, SAFAR, said pollution levels in Delhi-NCR are expected to enter the "seve ...More

The govt's air quality monitor, SAFAR, said pollution levels in Delhi-NCR are expected to enter the "severe plus" or "emergency" category on Wednesday. Meteorologists said the national capital recorded on Tuesday morning a minimum temperature of 11.7 degrees Celsius, the season's lowest so far. It is two notches below normal for this time of the year. ...Less

As pollution levels surge in Delhi, a war of words ensues between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and th ...More

As pollution levels surge in Delhi, a war of words ensues between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). BJP alleges Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal turned the capital into a "gas chamber," pointing to ongoing Punjab Parali burning. AAP, in turn, accuses BJP of neglecting its role in enforcing the firecracker ban. Despite Supreme Court restrictions, post-Diwali air quality index hits 'Severe' levels at 361, raising concerns over smog's return and visibility limitations. ...Less

According to SAFAR, a forecasting agency under the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences, the share of farm fi ...More

According to SAFAR, a forecasting agency under the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences, the share of farm fires in Delhi PM2.5 pollution stood at 22 per cent on Monday. It was 26 per cent on Sunday, the highest this year so far, and 21 per cent on Saturday. Palwat said the transport-level wind direction and speed is favourable for transport of smoke from stubble burning. ...Less

According to a senior government official, the penalty that has been served to around 38 construction pro ...More

According to a senior government official, the penalty that has been served to around 38 construction projects is of Rs 50,000 each. ...Less

The Supreme Court rebuked the Central government for failing to enforce environmental laws aimed at reduc ...More

The Supreme Court rebuked the Central government for failing to enforce environmental laws aimed at reducing air pollution. The Commission for Air Quality Management Act's penalty for stubble burning is poorly implemented. Delhi's air quality remains in the 'very poor' category, prompting authorities to invoke Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan to combat rising pollution levels. ...Less

On the deteriorating air quality in the national capital, the NGT said there is an urgent need to have pr ...More

On the deteriorating air quality in the national capital, the NGT said there is an urgent need to have proper planning to address the gaps in existing enforcement strategies and existing undesirable situation. It further said that today's situation is not creation of one day. It is continuous negligence and apathy of statutory authorities. ...Less

The pollution level that dipped to 'severe plus' state has come to 'severe' category due to rapid dispers ...More

The pollution level that dipped to 'severe plus' state has come to 'severe' category due to rapid dispersion of pollutants, Centre-run SAFAR said. ...Less

It noted that "air pollution here is clearly visible" and referred to the abnormally high levels of certa ...More

It noted that "air pollution here is clearly visible" and referred to the abnormally high levels of certain pollutants in Civil Lines and the IGI airport zone. ...Less

Amidst worsening air quality, safeguarding children's health demands immediate action. Experts urge paren ...More

Amidst worsening air quality, safeguarding children's health demands immediate action. Experts urge parents to monitor AQI, utilize air purifiers, and ensure children wear masks. Limiting strenuous outdoor activities, collaborating with schools, and promoting healthy habits are crucial. ...Less

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Delhi's air quality improved to 'poor' with an AQI of 272 on Tuesday, down from 304 on Monday. Out of 37 ...More

Delhi's air quality improved to 'poor' with an AQI of 272 on Tuesday, down from 304 on Monday. Out of 37 monitoring stations, 10 recorded 'very poor' air quality. Calm winds and smog were observed in the morning. Minimum temperature was 20.3°C, with relative humidity at 85%. Clear skies and a maximum temperature of 33°C are forecasted. ...Less

Union Minister Piyush Goyal called it "ridiculous" to blame Punjab farmers for Delhi's pollution. He emph ...More

Union Minister Piyush Goyal called it "ridiculous" to blame Punjab farmers for Delhi's pollution. He emphasized that the main causes are construction activities and vehicle emissions. Speaking at an industry event, Goyal advocated for precast construction and electric mobility to address urban pollution. He encouraged a collective effort to adopt cleaner practices rather than shifting blame. ...Less

The directions came while hearing a plea of religious group, Ojasvi party, which had approached the green ...More

The directions came while hearing a plea of religious group, Ojasvi party, which had approached the green panel against the pollution caused in the Yamuna river due to slaughtering of the cattle. ...Less

The Commission for Air Quality Management in the NCR and Adjoining Areas, which held the meeting at the d ...More

The Commission for Air Quality Management in the NCR and Adjoining Areas, which held the meeting at the direction of the apex court on Tuesday with the Centre, Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Rajasthan, came out with a slew of emergency steps to deal with industrial pollution, thermal plants, vehicular emissions, dust control, diesel generators as well as encouraging work from home. ...Less

Going by the level of pollutants, the situation is inching towards the "very poor" category with the onse ...More

Going by the level of pollutants, the situation is inching towards the "very poor" category with the onset of winter. ...Less

The tribunal raised concerns about the existing system of issuing pollution under control (PUC) certifica ...More

The tribunal raised concerns about the existing system of issuing pollution under control (PUC) certificates. ...Less

The Centre for Science and Environment on Saturday today blamed the thick smog observed over the NCR regi ...More

The Centre for Science and Environment on Saturday today blamed the thick smog observed over the NCR region today to rising pollution and urged the Centre to notify proposed new air quality standards at the earliest. ...Less

Out of the top 100 cities worldwide that are prone to environmental hazards, almost all of them are in As ...More

Out of the top 100 cities worldwide that are prone to environmental hazards, almost all of them are in Asia. Out of the 99, 4/5ths of them are located in either India or China. ...Less

An increase in stubble burning, bursting of firecrackers and unfavourable meteorological conditions- all ...More

An increase in stubble burning, bursting of firecrackers and unfavourable meteorological conditions- all contributed towards pushing Delhi's air quality to 'very poor' on Monday morning. However with an AQI of 312, it was the 2nd best in 7 years for a Diwali morning. On the morning after Diwali, the capital's air quality index (AQI) dipped further and stood at 326 at 8am. ...Less