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.
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Mercedes to pay $149.6M in US emissions cheating case
Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG settle for $149.6 million over allegations of using illegal software to cheat emission tests in over 211,000 diesel vehicles. Read the full details.
10,000 Vehicles Fail Emission Tests Under Delhi's GRAP-4
Delhi's GRAP-4 enforcement sees over 2 lakh PUC certificates issued, but 10,000 vehicles fail. Experts call for stricter, mileage-based testing to combat air pollution.
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.
Delhi PUC server overload causes long queues at fuel pumps
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 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.
Thane's New Plan for Stray Dog Population Control
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
Delhi BS-6 Rule Enforced, 460 Vehicles Turned Away
Delhi's GRAP Stage IV rule barring non-Delhi, non-BS 6 vehicles caused major traffic chaos at 13 borders. 2,768 vehicles were checked, 460 sent back. Commuters fume over poor communication.
Delhi BS-VI Rules: How to Check Your Car & Avoid Fines
Delhi enforces strict BS-VI norms, banning older vehicles. Learn how to check your car's compliance, avoid Rs 20,000 fine, and understand Bharat Stage emission standards.
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.
1,000 Pharma Students Appointed by Karnataka Govt
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
SC modifies order on old vehicles, allows action against polluters
Supreme Court modifies its order on old vehicles in Delhi-NCR, allowing action against those not meeting BS-IV norms. Court directs action on toll plazas and aid for construction workers amid severe air quality crisis.
How Beijing Tackled Air Pollution: A Guide for Delhi
China shares its detailed roadmap for combating severe air pollution, offering Delhi a potential model. Learn about the key strategies from vehicle control to industrial reform.
China Shares Beijing's Air Clean-Up Steps with Delhi
As Delhi battles severe pollution, the Chinese embassy outlines Beijing's successful strategy: shutting industries, odd-even rules, and vehicle control. Delhi responds with work-from-home and stricter PUC checks.
Delhi Bans BS3, BS4 Vehicles In NCR From Dec 18
Delhi government restricts BS3 and BS4 vehicles in NCR from December 18 to curb severe air pollution. Learn the key differences between BS4 and BS6 norms.
New Ghaziabad Animal Birth Control Centre Opens in Vijay Nagar
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
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.
EU Eases 2035 Combustion Engine Ban, Calls It Pragmatic
EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne defends relaxing car emission targets as a pragmatic move amid industry challenges. The bloc's 2050 carbon neutrality goal remains unchanged. Full details inside.
Karnataka Govt Promises Action on Rent Control Act
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
Dec 31 Deadline for Emission Monitors in NCR Industries
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav announces strict measures, including mandatory OECMs for all NCR industries by year-end and annual action plans, to combat Delhi's air pollution crisis. Stay informed on the latest.
Pollution Control Day: Bhopal Tragedy & Health Crisis
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Andhra Pradesh Tops India in HIV Control
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Odisha Reports 2,462 HIV Cases in Seven Months
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi air quality improves but remains in 'poor' category
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
Gurgaon's Rs 700 Dog Sterilisation Plan Faces Doubts
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
Carmakers oppose weight-based emission concession
Tata, Hyundai, Mahindra oppose weight-based emission concession for small cars in new efficiency rules, saying it benefits only Maruti Suzuki and hurts India's EV goals. Read more.
6 Early Signs of Mouse Infestation in Your Home
Discover 6 crucial signs of mouse infestation in your Indian home. Learn to spot droppings, nests, and sounds before it's too late. Protect your family today!
India defers TREM V for small tractors, plans mid-stage norm
India plans an intermediate emission standard for sub-50 HP tractors to avoid steep price hikes, balancing environmental goals with farmer affordability. Read more.
37% Delhi vehicles non-compliant, PMO pushes EVs
PMO flags Delhi's disproportionate vehicle load with 37% running on outdated emission norms. High-level meeting directs Delhi, UP, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan to accelerate EV transition and expand charging infrastructure.
CAFE-3 Norms Spark Small vs Big Car Debate in India
India's proposed CAFE-3 emission norms create industry divide as small car makers warn of price hikes while SUV manufacturers support weight-based formula. Learn how this affects car buyers.
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