Delhi-NCR vehicle owners alert: No new petrol, diesel or CNG LGVs below 3,500 kg from 2027; more models to come under new curb from 2028. Check who will be affectedDelhi-NCR regulations will mandate electric light goods vehicles from 2027. Only electric N1 light goods vehicles will be allowed to be reg...
20 Aug, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
Consider relaxing firecracker noise limit curbs before Diwali: SC to CPCBThe Supreme Court asked the CPCB to explore partial relaxation of firecracker rules. This request came during a hearing on Delhi's pollutio...
20 Aug, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
Treat, not trick, data centre waterIndia faces a significant potable water shortfall while treating only a fraction of its sewage. Treated sewage, currently discharged into w...
14 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
India’s cheap-urea model faces an expensive reckoningIndia faces rising fertilizer costs, prompting a review of its subsidy system. Global supply chain issues and war have doubled procurement ...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.49 AM IST
Delhi Development Authority approves Delhi Master Plan 2047“With Delhi’s population projected to grow significantly by 2047, the Master Plan adopts an integrated approach towards housing, economic g...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Delhi sees rain, satisfactory air quality for 10th consecutive dayDelhi experienced satisfactory air quality for ten consecutive days this August. Light rain and cloudy skies accompanied the pleasant weath...
10 Aug, 2026, 08.26 PM IST
Violations in 'deep burial' of medical waste by 17 states, UTs: CPCB to NGTThe Central Pollution Control Board will act against states violating biomedical waste disposal rules. Many healthcare facilities across se...
09 Aug, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Rain in eight days nears monthly average in Delhi after wettest August day in two years08 Aug, 2026, 08.05 PM IST
10-year-old Volvo passes emission test but denied PUC certificate; owner moves Supreme Court; here's why it mattersA Volvo XC-60 owner has moved the Supreme Court after Delhi authorities refused to issue a PUC certificate for his 10-year-old diesel vehic...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
Delhi boosts dust control ahead of winter, Sirsa reviews preparednessDelhi's environment minister reviewed anti-smog gun and sprinkler deployment. Officials received strict instructions for timely and effecti...
05 Aug, 2026, 08.20 PM IST
Waterlogging, traffic snarls mark rainy Wednesday in DelhiWednesday's showers caused widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across Delhi. Commuters experienced long delays and submerged ro...
05 Aug, 2026, 08.16 PM IST
Delhi weather tomorrow August 5: IMD issues yellow alert, moderate rain likelyOn August 5, the capital will welcome moderate rain as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) raises a yellow alert. Rain is expected to...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
Delhi eyes Badminton World Championship redemption with no more bird droppings, stray animalsOrganizers assure a smoother spectacle for the upcoming World Championships. Preparations are on track after addressing past venue cleanlin...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
Delhi witnesses warmest August night-time temp in 3 yearsDelhi recorded its warmest August night temperatures in three years on Monday. The minimum temperature at Safdarjung settled at 28.4 degree...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.56 PM IST
Delhi-NCR industries get relief as CAQM extends PM norms deadlineThe Commission for Air Quality Management has extended the implementation timeline for revised PM emission standards. Industries across Del...
31 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Govt proposes three-year PUCC validity for BS-VI vehiclesThe Centre has proposed extending the validity of Pollution Under Control Certificates (PUCC) for BS-VI private vehicles up to six years ol...
27 Jul, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
Ahead of Diwali season: Central Pollution Control Board opposes 'green crackers' production over prohibited barium nitrate usage; SC to settle the disputeSupreme Court will decide whether next-generation green firecrackers can be commercially produced in India after two central government bod...
27 Jul, 2026, 05.19 PM IST