MCD Dust Fines: High Penalties, Low Recovery
Despite issuing over 2,100 challans for dust violations, MCD has recovered a mere fraction of the Rs 3.6 crore fines. Experts question enforcement effectiveness as Delhi's air quality remains a concern.
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Delhi MCD Cleanup Drive Removes 5 Tonnes of Waste
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi launched extensive sanitation drives in Karol Bagh and Central Zone, deploying 80+ workers and machinery to tackle garbage and dust. Read about the impact.
Mumbai GRP books duo for fake railway pass on bogus app
A 30-year-old woman in Mumbai was caught using a fake season pass on a counterfeit app created by her friend. Both have been booked by the GRP. Read the full investigation details.
Fines for Altering Trump Image on National Park Passes
Visitors altering 2026 National Park passes by covering Donald Trump's image face fines or replacement fees under updated NPS 'Void if Altered' guidelines. Learn the new rules.
Delhi's Revised Budget: Rs 496 Cr for Roads, Rs 180 Cr for Yamuna
Delhi government boosts funds for roads and Yamuna Action Plan to fight dust pollution. Revised Estimates 2025-26 see major allocations for transport, education, and power subsidies. Read more.
MPCB shuts 10 RMC plants, recovers Rs 84 lakh fine
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution in Mumbai region, shutting 10 ready-mix concrete plants and imposing hefty penalties. Discover the full story of the enforcement drive.
Noida: 23 locations inspected for dust pollution
Following a CAQM directive, UPPCB Noida inspected 23 sites for dust pollution. The team found rough patches and dust at several locations. Read the full report and findings.
10 RMC Plants Shut in Mumbai for Air Pollution Violations
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution, shuts 10 ready-mix concrete plants in MMR and recovers Rs 84 lakh in penalties. Inspections to continue as air quality remains a concern.
CAQM orders fresh Noida dust inspection by Jan 12
CAQM directs UPPCB for new Noida dust inspection after residents dispute official survey. Report due by Jan 12. Key hotspots identified.
591 Pollution Violations Flagged by CAQM in NCR
CAQM reports 591 pollution violations in NCR, focusing on dust and waste burning. Authorities issue directives for urgent action. Read the full report.
Patna's Moderate AQI Prompts PMC Crackdown on Construction Dust
Patna's air quality hits 'moderate' levels with AQI 177. PMC rolls out strict waste disposal rules, mandates green mesh at sites, and imposes fines to combat PM2.5 pollution. Learn the new measures.
ISRO: Cosmic dust particle hits Earth every 16 minutes
ISRO's DEX instrument confirms an interplanetary dust particle enters Earth's atmosphere every 1,000 seconds. This discovery is vital for protecting space assets and future missions to Moon, Mars, and Venus.
Noida Air Quality: Most Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM Report
A surprise inspection in Noida found most road stretches dust-free, a positive sign for the polluted city. Read about the findings and the ongoing 'Operation Clean Air' drive.
Odisha Bans Night Construction to Fight Air Pollution
Odisha govt bans construction from 6 PM to 10 AM & halts all demolition in Bhubaneswar & Cuttack to control dust pollution. Strict penalties for violations. Read more.
ISRO's DEX Detects Interplanetary Dust Particles Hitting Earth
ISRO's DEX instrument on Chandrayaan-2 has detected a significant flux of tiny interplanetary dust particles bombarding Earth. This discovery aids in understanding space weather and planetary formation. Read more about this breakthrough.
Indian DEX Detector Measures Cosmic Dust Bombardment
India's DEX instrument records interplanetary dust particles in Earth's upper atmosphere, providing crucial data for protecting satellites and planning deep-space missions to Moon and Mars.
Gurgaon Group Demands Action on 25 Dust Hotspots
Citizens' group Making Model Gurugram submits a 15-point dust control plan to MCG, identifying over 25 hotspots. MCG reveals a Rs 470-crore roadmap. Read how residents are fighting for clean air.
Mumbai's Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Poor' Levels
Mumbai's air quality worsens sharply, with AQI slipping to 'moderate' and 'poor' levels. Navi Mumbai's Nerul and Sanpada are worst hit. Experts blame winter conditions and construction dust. Stay informed and protect your health.
Delhi's Rs 98 Lakh Misting System to Fight Dust Pollution
Delhi's PWD plans an automatic misting system from Badarpur to Prahladpur to tackle dust. The Rs 98.13 lakh project is part of a larger Rs 23.3 crore plan for city hotspots.
Khyber Pass Dust Crisis Persists Into 2026
Despite demolitions in 2024, Khyber Pass near Delhi University remains a dust bowl, causing severe air pollution and resident anguish. Who is accountable for Delhi's lungs?
Stop Sneezing: How to Make Your Home Dust-Repellent
Is dust allergy ruining your 2026? Discover proven, actionable steps to reduce dust mites and allergens at home. Breathe easier with our complete guide to a cleaner, healthier living space.
Gurgaon dust protest enters second day, activist on fast
Activist Gauri Sarin's hunger strike against severe dust pollution in Gurgaon continues. Residents demand enforcement of basic mitigation measures on Golf Course Road and SPR. Read more.
Delhi's December Air Worst Since 2018, PM2.5 at 211 µg/m³
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.
MCD's 2026 Plan: 1,500 Delhi Roads for Dust Control
MCD submits a Rs 2,000 crore plan to repair 1,500 km of roads by 2026 to combat Delhi's severe dust pollution. South and Outer Delhi zones prioritized. Read details.
BMC stops Bombay High Court work for pollution norms breach
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.
Polluted Air Increases Depression Risk in Older Adults: Study
A massive US study of 24 million seniors finds sulfate, carbon & dust in polluted air raise depression risk. Urgent calls for targeted pollution control to protect mental health.
Gurgaon Air Quality: Only 4 of 125 Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM
A CAQM inspection in Gurgaon found severe road dust and waste management failures by MCG, with only 4 out of 125 roads dust-free. Learn about the health risks and mandated actions.
CAQM finds high dust, waste dumping on 34 Gurgaon roads
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.
NGT reprimands Noida Authority for daily pollution norm violations
The National Green Tribunal has pulled up Noida Authority for repeated pollution violations during construction. It noted a massive gap between imposed and recovered penalties. Read the full story.
NGT Directs UPPCB to Monitor Noida Authority Pollution
National Green Tribunal directs UPPCB to monitor Noida Authority for environmental violations, including dust pollution from damaged roads. Next hearing set for March 13, 2026.
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