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Jain Irrigation, Ankur Scientific partner on agri waste-to-energy project in MaharashtraJain Irrigation Systems Ltd and Ankur Scientific are joining forces for a new project in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. This initiative will convert...
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore fund to cap jet fuel prices; clears Rs 24,249 crore highway projectsAviation Turbine Fuel prices will be capped by state-run oil companies. The government has approved a ₹10,000 crore support scheme. This ai...
Uttar Pradesh targets 35% cut in NCR pollution, rolls out tougher vehicle curbsUttar Pradesh aims to cut air pollution in the NCR by 30-35% by 2026. A 'No PUCC, No Fuel' policy will enforce pollution under control cert...
GRAP-1 restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCRDelhi air quality: Owing to favourable meteorological conditions, the air quality index (AQI) of Delhi was recorded at 123, in the 'moderat...
GRAP-1 imposed in Delhi-NCR: Full list of restrictions, bans and permitted activitiesDelhi-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. T...
Transporter union announces three-day strike in Delhi-NCR from May 21The AIMTC, the apex body of truckers, private buses, taxi and maxi cab operators, held a meeting on Tuesday in Delhi where issues related t...
Haryana cabinet approves new rules: No petrol, diesel vehicles for cab aggregators in NCRHaryana's Cabinet has approved new rules for vehicle aggregators. From January 1, 2026, all new vehicles joining fleets in NCR areas must b...
Targeting 30 pc EV sales by 2030, Bihar govt nod to policy amendmentsBihar is boosting electric vehicle adoption. The state government aims for 30 percent of new vehicle sales to be electric by 2030. Incentiv...
New Mexico seeks $3.7 billion, changes to Meta platforms in youth harm trialNew Mexico is suing Meta Platforms, accusing it of harming young users. The state wants a judge to declare Meta's Facebook, Instagram, and ...
Delhi govt tightens 'no PUC, no fuel' rule, data shows over 15,000 vehicles denied fuel in four daysDelhi is cracking down on polluting vehicles. Over 15,000 cars were denied fuel in just four days for lacking a valid Pollution Under Contr...
MCD to roll out revised green charges for commercial vehicles entering DelhiThe Municipal Corporation of Delhi will soon implement new environment compensation charges for commercial vehicles entering the city. Thes...
As Trump throws lifeline to coal plants, critics warn of higher costs and health risksUnder the Trump administration, coal power is making a comeback, as plans to phase out coal plants are being scrapped. This change is desig...
Why battery recycling units across India are harmful for children and pregnant womenA new study by Toxics Link reveals alarming lead contamination in soil surrounding battery recycling units across India, with levels signif...
Delhi pollution plan: Restrictions on goods vehicles, check when BS-VI and EV rules will applyDelhi will soon see stricter rules for goods vehicles entering the capital. From November 1, only BS-VI compliant, CNG, and electric trucks...
Mumbai weather update: Light rain, IMD storm alert, pollution trend raises concernMumbai experienced light rain as the India Meteorological Department issued warnings for active weather across India. Western disturbances ...
Why Older Homes Handled Fresh Air Better Than Many Do NowOlder homes, built before the 1970s, naturally facilitated better air circulation than modern, tightly sealed houses. Research indicates th...
Maharashtra hikes tax on polluting vehicles to curb air pollution, boost green mobilityMaharashtra Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to tackle rising air pollution. The Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Tax (Amendment) Bill, 202...
IIT-Delhi, Koo partner to create public awareness on air pollutionThe partnership – through the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), an industry-academia interface organization for IIT...
Government to bring new law to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCRDelhi's air quality has been in 'very poor' category and is predicted to remain so till October 31. The share of stubble burning in Delhi's...
Emission level be displayed on website; promote work from home till November 10: Citizen's group to EPCADelhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category Friday despite a slew of measures that were implemented in the national capital ah...