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Ayush Srivastava April 9, 2026 8:35 PM IST
New federal action draws attention to emerging pollutants found in everyday water sources as scientists and policymakers begin addressing gaps in research and regulation.
Kumar Utkarsh February 10, 2026 2:36 PM IST
The Delhi government has approved a 403 crore plan to upgrade sewage treatment plants, aiming to boost capacity and significantly reduce untreated sewage flowing into the Yamuna River.
Tahir Qureshi December 1, 2025 6:33 PM IST
The CJI asked the central government about its short-term plan to address pollution.
Kumar Utkarsh November 27, 2025 11:52 AM IST
Delhi's air got a little better, so the pollution control body (CAQM) lifted some of the strictest rules (GRAP Stage-III). This means construction, vehicles, schools, and offices can go back to normal. However, the air is still unhealthy, so less strict pollution rules (Stage-I and II) are still in place.
PTI November 11, 2025 9:02 PM IST
The air quality, which was in the "very poor" category for the last several days, deteriorated further on Tuesday morning.
Analiza Pathak November 4, 2025 8:29 AM IST
According to data from the Sameer app, Delhi's overall AQI stood at 309, placing it in the 'very poor' category. Alipur recorded the worst air quality at 421, while Sri Aurobindo Marg reported the cleanest air in the city with an AQI of 152 ('moderate' category).
Kumar Utkarsh October 15, 2025 11:51 AM IST
Delhi-NCR has enforced Stage 1 of GRAP immediately as air quality hit "poor" (AQI 211). Rules include banning open waste burning and stepping up road cleaning.
Analiza Pathak June 6, 2025 11:24 AM IST
The mine will produce around 400 kg of gold in the first year, and once it reaches full capacity, production will increase to 750 kg annually.
Vikas Mehta December 5, 2024 6:15 PM IST
Earlier on Thursday, residents of the national capital breathed a sigh of relief as the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi improved to the 'moderate' category after the city faced persistent air pollution for the past month.
Victor Dasgupta December 2, 2024 11:49 AM IST
CNG and electric vehicles remain unaffected, despite the restrictions, highlighting the city's commitment to promoting cleaner alternatives.
Intern India.com November 21, 2024 9:27 AM IST
This action has been enforced in order to protect the health and well-being of citizens directly from the increasing pollution levels in the Union Territory and to halt sale of firecrackers through e-commerce platforms.
ANI November 19, 2024 10:56 AM IST
As the pollution level continues to remain high, a thick froth of toxic foam continues to float in sections of the river near Kalindi Kunj and Okhla Barrage. The residents of Delhi continue to raise alarms as air quality levels in many areas remain in the "severe plus" category in multiple areas.
Intern India.com November 15, 2024 3:47 PM IST
The AQI level in Kolkata is approaching the "hazardous" range, which ranges between 301 and 500 that can lead to more severe health effects.
Intern India.com November 14, 2024 1:36 PM IST
As a dense layer of smog engulfs the national capital with the continuous rise of the pollution levels. Check details here.
Victor Dasgupta July 11, 2024 4:25 PM IST
"In response to the long-pending demands of the Delhi Petrol Dealers Association and to keep up with the rising costs of pollution checking services, we have decided to revise the rates," said Kailash Gahlot.
Analiza Pathak February 27, 2024 3:15 PM IST
The Central Pollution Control Board has recently released fresh standards for handling pollution specially in public spaces. This policy shift tackles the global environmental pollution concerns head-on by putting a spotlight on places like event halls, clubhouses, as well as hotels and restaurants.
Joy Pillai November 17, 2023 9:29 AM IST
Delhi's air quality remained in the severe category on Friday, making it difficult for people to breathe.
Joy Pillai November 6, 2023 10:51 AM IST
Delhi is now breathing the 'best' air compared to the past eight years, claimed AAP party.
Victor Dasgupta November 5, 2023 8:42 AM IST
The concentration of poisonous PM2.5 was still over 80 times the healthy limit prescribed by the World Health Organization.
Ananya Srivastava October 30, 2023 3:47 PM IST
Due to the alarming rise in the AQI, the govt has decided that Diesel buses from all other states will not be allowed to enter Delhi-NCR from November 1..
India.com Lifestyle Staff October 13, 2023 7:26 PM IST
Delhi Air Pollution: Cardiovascular and asthmatic patients are in far worse condition. We all need to do some things in these trying times to protect ourselves.
Video Desk October 12, 2023 6:14 PM IST
As pollution increases, it becomes harder for us to inhale oxygen. Our lungs work extra hard to process the available amount of oxygen for our body.
India.com News Desk October 2, 2023 5:17 PM IST
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said the winter action plan primarily focuses on preventing crop residue burning, dust pollution, vehicular and industrial emissions, open burning of garbage, regulating firecrackers, tree planting, ensuring effective implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan, managing e-waste and fostering collaboration with neighbouring states.
India.com Education Desk September 25, 2023 6:15 PM IST
In order to be eligible as the Consultant under the National Clean Air Programme, candidates should not be more than 65 years old as on September 1, 2023.
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