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.
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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 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.
Hancock Bridge Reconstruction: BMC Aims to Resolve Stalled Works
BMC Additional Commissioner Abhijit Bangar directs planned completion of Hancock Bridge. Works stalled since 2016 due to legal & technical issues. Read the latest updates on Mumbai's infrastructure.
Mumbai road concretisation work resumes on 645 roads
BMC has restarted its massive Rs 17,000-crore road concretisation project on 297.49 km across Mumbai after the monsoon. Over 60% of the work is in western suburbs, with a target to complete 80% by Jan 2026. Read the latest updates.
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.
Mumbai AQI improves, BMC sensor rollout lags at sites
Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
Bombay HC Demands Action on Kanjurmarg Pollution
Bombay High Court expresses surprise over committee's inaction on Kanjurmarg dumping ground pollution grievances. Hearing scheduled for December 2. Read about the human rights concerns.
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.
BMC Official on Leave Over Bandra Project Allegations
BMC assistant commissioner Mahesh Patil sent on one-month compulsory leave following NRI's investment allegations in Bandra redevelopment project. Inquiry underway.
Rahul Gandhi Questions PM Modi's Silence on Delhi Pollution
Rahul Gandhi demands urgent action plan for Delhi's air pollution crisis, questions PM Modi's silence and claims powerful stakeholders benefit from pollution. Read more.
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.
Mumbai: 53 construction sites get stop-work notices
BMC cracks down on 53 construction sites for violating air pollution norms as Mumbai's AQI worsens. Additional Commissioner warns of strict action against non-functional AQI sensors.
Adani Wins Rs 1,700-Crore Mithi River Project
Adani Group leads SPV for Mithi River's Rs 1,700-crore rejuvenation. Project includes flood control measures and sewage diversion. Congress alleges tender violations. Read full details.
India's Air Pollution Funds Remain Largely Unused
Despite receiving $19.8 billion in air quality funding, India struggles with pollution control while China achieves 41% PM2.5 reduction. Delhi residents lose 8.2 years of life expectancy to toxic air.
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.
Delhi collects ₹84+ crore PUC fines during GRAP checks
Delhi authorities issued fines exceeding ₹84 crore for PUC certificate violations during GRAP implementation from October 14 to November 18. Learn how the city is combating air pollution through strict enforcement measures.
Delhi's Air Pollution: Smog Towers and Policy Failures
Delhi's air pollution crisis continues as smog towers show limited effectiveness. Explore the policy gaps and technological solutions needed for cleaner air. Take action for better environmental policies.
8 Illegal Metal Furnaces Dismantled in Sonepat
Haryana authorities dismantled 8 illegal metal scrap furnaces in Sonepat's Murthal area following pollution complaints. The crackdown highlights ongoing efforts against unauthorized industrial operations.
Delhi Pollution Disrupts Australian FM Penny Wong's Speech
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong's coughing fit during a Delhi speech highlights the city's severe air crisis with AQI near 400. Discover the urgent need for action.
Delhi Tests Artificial Rain to Combat Air Pollution
Delhi conducts groundbreaking artificial rain trial to tackle severe air pollution. Learn how cloud seeding technology could transform India's fight for cleaner air.
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: AQI Hits 'Severe' at 447
Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'severe' levels with AQI reaching 447. Health alerts issued as pollution crisis grips the capital. Stay informed and protect your health.
SC Orders Delhi Govt to File Affidavit on Pollution
Supreme Court demands Delhi government affidavit detailing pollution control measures. Court expresses frustration over deteriorating air quality in national capital. Read full coverage.
MCD Sat on ₹48 Crore Clean Air Funds During Delhi Smog
Despite severe air pollution choking Delhi, the Municipal Corporation sat on ₹48 crore from the Clean Air Fund. Funds meant for pollution control remained unused while citizens breathed toxic air.
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.
KSPCB Golden Jubilee Amid Karnataka's Pollution Crisis
As KSPCB marks 50 years, Karnataka faces severe pollution challenges with 66% industries operating illegally and 14 rivers contaminated. Read about the board's revival plans.
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.
BMC Action Plan for Stray Dog Removal in Mumbai
Mumbai's BMC creates detailed action plan following Supreme Court directive to remove stray dogs from educational institutions, hospitals and public spaces. Learn about the new nodal officers and expanded ABC centers.
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.
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