Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution, shuts 10 ready-mix concrete plants in MMR and recovers Rs 84 lakh in penalties. Inspections to continue as air quality remains a concern.
Odisha govt bans construction from 6 PM to 10 AM & halts all demolition in Bhubaneswar & Cuttack to control dust pollution. Strict penalties for violations. Read more.
As India's air quality worsens, expert Leena Srivastava outlines five urgent measures for government action to safeguard public health and move beyond shallow fixes.
Kanpur administration seals a chemical factory and inspects 108 units to ensure Ganga purity for Magh Mela. Tannery closure roster enforced from Dec 31, 2025. Read the full report.
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
Delhi government escalates its fight against toxic air with enhanced surveillance, stricter enforcement, and public awareness campaigns. Learn about the new action plan.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 391, nearing severe levels. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 445. Govt announces Rs. 100 crore for water body rejuvenation and new E-Waste Park. Stay informed and take precautions.
Delhi government is planning to reintroduce shared taxi rides on major routes to reduce vehicular pollution and traffic congestion. Learn how this initiative could impact your commute.
Delhi's pollution control measures must continue as a Western Disturbance may worsen air quality. BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa urges sustained action to protect public health.
Delhi's air quality improves, leading to the revocation of strict GRAP-IV curbs. Find out which restrictions are lifted and what changes for schools, vehicles, and construction.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Delhi govt plans talks with Ola, Uber for pooled e-buses, ends challan waivers, and issues new e-rickshaw rules to cut private vehicles and pollution. Details inside.
Manesar Municipal Commissioner directs officials to implement urgent measures to combat pollution. Key steps include water sprinkling, waste management, and strict enforcement of construction norms.
Delhi govt introduces strict SOP for road-cutting to control dust pollution. Mandatory dust barriers, water sprinkling & penalties up to ₹5 lakh for violations. Read the full guidelines.
Delhi's ban on non-BS 6 vehicles from other states caused major disruptions for NCR commuters on Friday. Police fined hundreds, turning back many at borders. Read about the commuter ordeal and official stance.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
Delhi's PUC certificate issuance slowed down Friday due to server overload from high demand. Long queues formed at pollution check centres as enforcement of 'no PUC, no fuel' rule continues. Read more.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Delhi's air quality remains in the 'Very Poor' category. The CAQM has enforced Stage III of GRAP, banning non-essential construction and BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel vehicles. Details inside.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Delhi's strict 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy is now active, causing a significant 30-40% drop in customers at petrol pumps. Learn about the enforcement, public reaction, and its impact on pollution control.
Delhi enforces strict pollution curbs including 50% work-from-home for offices & vehicle restrictions after 3 severe air days. Supreme Court urges action.
Delhi enforces a strict 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy from Dec 18 under GRAP-IV. Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will be denied fuel. Read how this impacts you.
Gurgaon sees minimal pollution curbs despite NCR crisis. Experts question data reliability and call for proactive action. Read the full analysis here.
The Supreme Court termed Delhi's pollution an annual crisis requiring long-term solutions. It upheld the government's decision to shut schools for young students. Read more on the court's stance and the ongoing winter break.
Delhi government announces Rs 10,000 financial aid for workers impacted by anti-pollution measures. Mandatory work-from-home for 50% staff in all institutions from Thursday. Read the full details.
Nagpur's Hingna industrial estate faces severe air, water, and noise pollution from RMC plants, threatening worker health and productivity. Industry body demands urgent government action. Read the full report.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' with AQI at 333. Key areas like Anand Vihar and Ghazipur see severe smog. Government outlines measures amid health concerns. Read the full report.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.