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- From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCR
- From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...03 Jun, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
- Iran war energy shock drives India's interest in ethanol and other biofuelsIndia and Southeast Asian nations are boosting biofuel use amid global fuel disruptions. This move aims to reduce reliance on imported oil ...15 May, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
- Delhi records soaring temperatures, check the seven day forecast for the capitalDelhi experienced a minimum temperature of 26.2°C, 2.4°C below average, with an orange alert issued for heatwave-like conditions by evening...26 Apr, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
- BS-VII likely from 2027; stricter emission norms to cover CNG vehicles, EV battery rules on radarNew emission rules for cars, buses, and trucks are expected from 2027. These Bharat Stage VII norms will target more pollutants. The govern...08 Apr, 2026, 05.47 AM IST
- Gurgaon India's most polluted city during March 2026: ReportGurgaon emerged as India's most polluted city in March. Haryana recorded four of the top ten most polluted cities. A report highlights that...07 Apr, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
- National Clean Air Programme needs complete revamp to focus on reducing PM2.5 levels: Jairam RameshLoni, Uttar Pradesh, has been identified as the world's most polluted city in 2025. This alarming report highlights severe PM2.5 levels, ex...02 Apr, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
- Delhi govt hikes transport dept budget by 60% to Rs 9,110 croreDelhi's transport budget sees a significant 60% jump to Rs 9,110 crore for 2025-26. The focus is on expanding the Delhi Metro to combat air...21 Dec, 2025, 09.31 PM IST
- Centre to provide Rs 1 lakh crore infra boost to Delhi in 2 years; Nitin Gadkari says it will change the face of the capitalThe Union government will spend Rs 1 lakh crore to enhance Delhi's infrastructure. Projects include cleaning Yamuna, reducing air pollution...02 Jan, 2025, 03.51 PM IST
- Delhi-Dehradun expressway to be completed within three months: Nitin GadkariUnion Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the near completion of the Delhi-Dehradun and Delhi-Mumbai Expressways, significantly reducing trave...13 Dec, 2024, 05.16 PM IST
- What can India do reduce pollution? Nitin Gadkari has answer for factor responsible for 40% of the problemUnion Minister Nitin Gadkari linked India's pollution problem to fossil fuel imports, emphasizing the need for alternative fuels, especiall...27 Nov, 2024, 08.51 PM IST
- Delhi to implement 21-point Winter Action Plan to combat pollution, says Gopal RaiDelhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced that the government will focus on a 21-point Winter Action Plan to tackle pollution during t...05 Sep, 2024, 04.43 PM IST
- COVID-19: Lockdown in India may have saved 630 lives, says studyScientists, including those from the University of Surrey in the UK, assessed the levels of harmful fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from ve...17 Jul, 2020, 05.40 PM IST
- Lockdown cuts PM2.5, PM10 levels by half in Delhi: CPCBThe CPCB said reduction in PM10 and PM2.5 levels primarily indicate depletion in combustion and industrial sources of pollution which are c...23 Apr, 2020, 04.24 PM IST
- Air pollution in Delhi did not drop by 25 % as claimed by AAP govt: GreenpeaceIn government advertisements, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been claiming that levels of PM 2.5 (or particulate matters equal to small...07 Nov, 2019, 08.49 PM IST
- ET View: Anti-pollution needs a proper policy, not gesturesThere have been cases such as Varanasi and Delhi where there has been a substantial reduction in the level of particulate matter.02 May, 2018, 08.29 PM IST
- Pollution comes from trucks, industries, diesel generators and open burningIn an alarming bad-air situation like in Delhi, the public transport should ideally be based on electric. There are other sectors that dema...24 Apr, 2016, 08.19 AM IST
- Odd-even scheme beneficial, can reduce pollution: TERIAs the 'odd-even' pilot scheme drew to a close today, a policy research organisation termed it as "beneficial" and said it can be used as a...15 Jan, 2016, 10.37 PM IST
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