Haryana's pollution watchdog has sealed an under-construction block at Al-Falah University for GRAP violations and found its treated effluents exceeding limits. Read the full investigation details.
Delhi authorities have seized 7,789 end-of-life vehicles since Oct 2025 for violating GRAP norms. Over 12 lakh challans issued for pollution violations. Read the full crackdown details.
Social worker Gauri Sarin fasted for 24 hours on New Year's Eve, demanding enforcement of GRAP norms as Gurgaon's AQI hit an 8-year high. Read about the citizen-led protest for a pollution-free city.
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.
BMC's H-East ward issues stop-work notice to Bombay High Court building site in Bandra for gross air pollution violations. Work suspended until compliance.
Delhi makes PUCC check mandatory for fuel and BS6 norm for entry permanent to fight pollution. AQI hits 390. Rs 100 crore for water bodies, e-waste park approved.
CAQM's 'Operation Clean Air' found severe dust, waste dumping, and open burning on MCG-maintained roads in Gurgaon. The pollution watchdog has issued key recommendations for remediation.
The Gole Market Museum restoration in Delhi faces another delay, pushed to May 2026 due to pollution curbs. The project aims to highlight women achievers. Read the latest updates.
Delhi govt's intensified GRAP enforcement sees 28 goods buses impounded and nearly 4,000 challans in a day. Action also taken against faulty PUC centres. Read the full report.
BMC orders contractors of Bullet Train and Metro Line 2B to stop work at BKC sites for flouting pollution norms. Stop-work notices issued after failed compliance.
Gurugram's civic body imposed heavy fines for pollution violations under GRAP-4. 274 violators penalized Rs 14.10 lakh, while traffic police issued 1081 challans. Details inside.
Delhi govt makes 'No PUC, No Fuel' permanent to fight pollution. 12 faulty testing centres suspended, 411 closure notices issued. New measures announced.
Delhi's PUC certificate requirement will remain enforced even after GRAP-IV restrictions are lifted, Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced. Learn about the ongoing measures to combat vehicular pollution in the capital.
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 and Gurgaon crack down on pollution violators: 20,808 PUCC challans issued, 612 industries face closure, and 1,081 challans in Gurgaon. Authorities intensify GRAP-IV enforcement.
Sirsa administration takes strict action against 20 polluting industries for flouting environmental norms. Learn about the crackdown and its implications for industrial compliance.
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.
Municipal Corporation of Delhi intensifies anti-pollution drive, imposing fines totalling Rs 55 lakh in December for biomass burning, illegal dumping, and GRAP violations. Read about the enforcement actions.
Odisha mandates 'No PUC, No Fuel' to fight vehicular pollution as AQI hits 177. Delhi's campaign sees 61,000 PUCCs issued in 24 hours. Dense fog alerts prompt road safety warnings.
Delhi's enforcement drive against non-compliant vehicles intensifies. 419 cars turned away, 374 fined on Day 2. Police manage to avert major traffic snarls despite rigorous checks. Read the latest updates.
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.
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.
Delhi authorities issue over 11,000 challans in a single day for pollution-related traffic violations. Read about the enforcement drive and its impact on air quality.
Government data reveals even Covid lockdowns couldn't clean Delhi's air. The solution lies in prediction, airshed-wide action, and public participation. Can Delhi move from reaction to resolve?
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 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.
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.
Ghaziabad's Integrated Traffic Management System faces another delay until Jan 15, 2025. Learn about the project's troubled history, missed deadlines, and resident frustration. Will it finally bring order?
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 enforces strict pollution curbs including 50% work-from-home for offices & vehicle restrictions after 3 severe air days. Supreme Court urges action.