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.
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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.
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.
Haryana recovers under 1% of Rs 45 crore green fines
Haryana's pollution board imposed over Rs 45 crore in penalties on 400+ units but recovered under 1%. The NGT has taken note, seeking answers on stalled environmental restoration.
Buddha Dariya Water Quality Improves, TDS Drops to 852
Rajya Sabha member Balbir Singh Seechewal reports significant improvement in Ludhiana's Buddha Dariya water quality. TDS levels have fallen, and sewage discharge is being tackled. Read about the ongoing cleanup campaign.
Bombay HC Acts on Nagpur's Dangerous Air Pollution Levels
Nagpur's air quality plummets, prompting Bombay High Court to initiate suo motu PIL. AQI levels exceeded Mumbai and Pune, signaling a public health emergency. Read the full story.
Hyderabad's Bachupally gasps under chemical fumes in winter
Residents of Bachupally, Hyderabad, report intensified chemical air pollution causing health crises. With 5000 exposed, locals demand action from pollution board. Read more.
Delhi Air Quality Improves to 'Poor' Category
Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Monday, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor'. The 24-hour average AQI was 290. Relief expected with increased wind speed.
Delhi Air Crisis: Industries Must Install Pollution Monitors
Delhi tackles severe air pollution. Authorities mandate industries to install monitoring devices and expedite control measures. Experts highlight key pollution sources.
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.
Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates, AQI Hits 299
Delhi's air quality remains poor with AQI rising to 299. Nehru Nagar records worst pollution at 354 AQI. Discover which areas are most affected and health risks.
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.
Delhi AQI improves to poor range after 24 days
Delhi's air quality shows significant improvement after 24 days, with AQI dropping to 270. Favourable winds and reduced stubble burning contribute to cleaner air. Read more about the pollution relief.
Hyderabad Pollution Crisis: AQI Levels Breach Safety Limits
Hyderabad faces severe winter pollution with AQI levels reaching dangerous heights in multiple areas. Learn about health impacts and expert recommendations for cleaner air.
NGT Pune on Ganesh Festival Noise Pollution & Action
National Green Tribunal Pune addressed Ganesh Chaturthi noise violations. Authorities issued 302 notices, monitored 200+ locations. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Bombay HC forms committee to check construction pollution
Bombay High Court forms 5-member committee to inspect Mumbai construction sites for air pollution compliance. Panel includes BMC, MPCB officials and civil society members. Read more about the court's action.
Delhi AQI Dips to 'Very Poor', Stations Log Above 400
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' for the 14th consecutive day, with AQI above 400 in several stations. Experts warn of health risks. Mumbai also faces pollution challenges.
Diesel Autorickshaw Ban in NCR to Combat Pollution
Uttar Pradesh bans diesel autorickshaws in Noida, Ghaziabad to tackle severe air pollution. New regulations effective immediately across key NCR districts.
Humane Approach to Stray Dog Management Needed
Discover why India needs compassionate stray dog management strategies that balance human safety with animal welfare. Learn about sustainable solutions.
Delhi records season's lowest temperature, AQI 'very poor'
Delhi experiences season's coldest morning at 8.7°C while battling severe air pollution with AQI 356. Bawana records worst air quality at 419 AQI. Stay informed about weather and pollution updates.
PCMC acts against 30 polluting RMC plants
PCMC launches immediate inspections and potential closure of 30 non-compliant RMC plants following MPCB pollution violations. Clean air initiative targets dust and emission control systems.
Delhi's air to remain 'Severe' to 'Very Poor' next week
Delhi's AQI is forecast to fluctuate between 'Severe' and 'Very Poor' categories. Stubble burning's contribution dropped to 8.54% but expected to rise. Stay informed on pollution levels.
Patna Air Quality Improves Significantly This Year
Patna witnesses remarkable air quality improvement this October and November compared to last year. Bihar State Pollution Control Board reports fewer poor air days and better AQI readings across the state.
Bengaluru Waste Plant Ran Without Approval: Records
Exclusive investigation uncovers KPCIL's waste-to-energy facility operated without crucial PCB approval for months, raising serious environmental compliance questions in Bengaluru.
China Offers Help for India's Severe Air Pollution
As Delhi and northern India grapple with hazardous air quality, China offers pollution control assistance based on its successful battle against smog.
Air Pollution Skin Damage: Prevention Tips
Discover how Delhi's toxic air is silently damaging your skin and learn dermatologist-approved strategies to protect your complexion from pollution's harmful effects.
Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Health Alert Issued
Delhi's air pollution reaches hazardous levels, posing severe health risks. Learn about the causes, impacts, and urgent measures needed to combat this environmental emergency.
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