Delhi AQI at 221, Stays in 'Poor' Category
Delhi's air quality improved to an AQI of 221 on Thursday but remained 'poor'. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 292. The High Court slammed the 18% GST on air purifiers. Read the full report.
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Patna AQI Hits 202, Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Poor'
Patna's air quality sharply declined to 'poor' levels with an AQI of 202 on Tuesday. Experts cite winter conditions, traffic, and wind patterns. Learn the health impacts and station-wise data.
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy stays after GRAP-IV
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.
Sirsa Acts Against 20 Polluting Industrial Units
Sirsa administration takes strict action against 20 polluting industries for flouting environmental norms. Learn about the crackdown and its implications for industrial compliance.
NCR Air Quality: Noida, Delhi See Marginal Improvement
Noida's AQI improved to 327 from 401, exiting the 'severe' zone. Delhi's air likely to remain 'very poor' until Wednesday. Check full NCR pollution report.
Panchkula 4th Most Polluted City, AQI Hits 339
Panchkula's air quality plunges to 'Very Poor' levels, ranking 4th nationally. Residents blame open burning and poor waste management. Health risks escalate.
Dehradun AQI Crisis: One Station Not Enough, Say Residents
As Dehradun's air quality index hovers near 300, residents demand more monitoring stations, arguing the sole station at Doon University doesn't reflect city centre reality. Experts warn of severe pollution.
Delhi Air Quality 'Very Poor', 16 Stations 'Severe'
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) deteriorated to 386, falling into the 'Very Poor' category. Sixteen monitoring stations recorded 'Severe' pollution levels, raising major health concerns.
VMC, GPCB, CREDAI meet to tackle Vishwamitri river issues
Vadodara Municipal Corporation held a crucial meeting with GPCB, CREDAI, and rights panel to combat debris dumping and sewage pollution in the Vishwamitri river. Water quality shows improvement.
Ludhiana AQI improves in 2025 compared to last year
Ludhiana's air quality has been better in late 2025 compared to 2024, with fewer 'poor' days. Officials cite reduced stubble burning and pollution checks. Read the full analysis of the AQI data.
Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates, May Turn Severe Soon
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 374. Forecast warns of slip into 'severe' category by Sunday. Anand Vihar records highest pollution at 426. Stay informed.
Gurgaon Pollution: Rs 2.8 Crore Fine on Violators
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.
MPCB NOC Mandatory for Pune Marriage Hall Approvals
Pune marriage halls must now get a no-objection certificate from MPCB for annual PMC approval renewal. 272 venues face action for violating norms. Details inside.
MPCB inspects Baner site post NGT order on pollution control
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.
Bhiwadi AQI at 353, Hospitals See Surge in Patients
Bhiwadi's air quality index reaches 353, 'very poor' category. Over 1000 patients daily seek treatment for pollution-related ailments. Authorities enforce GRAP-IV restrictions and fines.
Credibility of Kaushalya, Ghaggar River Data Questioned
Official data shows an unexplained drop in pollution in Panchkula's rivers despite sewage inflow. Experts call it 'scientifically implausible' and demand an independent audit.
Vizag Air Quality Worsens, AQI Reaches 305
Visakhapatnam's air quality deteriorates to 'poor' levels with AQI between 220-280. PM2.5 pollution spikes, causing health issues. Experts blame weather inversion and pollution. Read more.
Delhi: No Fuel Without Valid PUC Certificate, Says CM
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.
Ludhiana group fights air pollution, files complaint over garbage burning
Ludhiana's Public Action Committee escalates its fight against toxic air pollution, filing a formal complaint over illegal garbage dumping and burning. The group accuses officials of inaction, violating environmental laws and endangering public health. Re
UP Board 2026 Practical Exam Schedule Announced
Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad releases detailed schedule for 2026 intermediate practical exams. Check district-wise dates, guidelines, and internal assessment procedures here.
Nagpur's Hingna Industrial Estate Grapples with RMC Pollution
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 complain to MPCB about SRA site pollution
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
ED attaches Zira distillery assets worth Rs 79.9 crore
Enforcement Directorate attaches Rs 79.9 crore properties of Zira distillery owner in money-laundering case linked to severe groundwater pollution. Villagers protest for permanent shutdown.
Pimpri Chinchwad Emerges as Maharashtra's Most Polluted City
Pimpri Chinchwad's air quality hits 'poor' levels, with AQI exceeding 200 on 7 days in December. CPCB data reveals PM2.5 & PM10 from vehicles and construction as key culprits. Read the full report.
Half of Pollution Control Posts Vacant Nationwide
Parliament data reveals nearly half of all scientific posts in India's pollution control bodies are vacant, crippling the fight against toxic air. Delhi-NCR also lags in fund utilisation. Read the shocking details.
₹79.93 Cr Ethanol Plant Assets Attached for Pollution
Punjab Pollution Control Board seizes assets worth ₹79.93 crore of an ethanol plant in Gurdaspur for groundwater contamination. Read about the enforcement action.
Nagpur Air Quality Deteriorates, PM2.5 Levels Spike Sharply
Nagpur's air quality deteriorates sharply as PM2.5 levels exceed 300 µg/m³. Winter chill and wood burning worsen pollution, posing severe health risks. Read the full report.
NCR Air Quality Remains 'Very Poor' Despite Slight Dip
Air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad remained in the 'very poor' category on Sunday, with AQI levels at 317 and 315 respectively. Greater Noida saw some improvement. Check the latest data and forecasts here.
Delhi AQI Hits 'Very Poor' 333, Smog Covers City
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.
Gohana tyre pyrolysis factory sealed for toxic gas emissions
Haryana State Pollution Control Board shuts down a Gohana tyre pyrolysis unit for releasing hazardous gases. Authorities acted on public complaints, highlighting environmental enforcement. Read the full report.
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