Farm Fires Contribute Only 7% to Delhi's Nov Pollution
New CREA data shows stubble burning's share in Delhi's PM2.5 fell to 7% in Nov 2025 from 20% last year, highlighting year-round pollution sources. Read the full analysis.
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Smartworld Developers invests Rs 2,000 cr in Noida expansion
Smartworld Developers announces a Rs 2,000 crore investment for a mixed-use project in Noida's Sector 98, marking its strategic expansion beyond Gurugram. Read more about this major real estate move.
UP Stubble Burning Rises 18.6%, Air Quality at Risk
Uttar Pradesh sees an alarming 18.6% rise in stubble burning incidents in 2025 vs 2024, worsening winter smog. Maharajganj tops list. Experts warn of shifting patterns.
NCR Air Quality Dips to 'Very Poor', AQI at 339
Air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad deteriorated sharply on Friday, with AQI entering the 'very poor' zone. Authorities enforce GRAP measures and cold wave action plan. Read for station-wise data and forecasts.
SC: Work-from-Home Not Sole Child Custody Factor
Supreme Court clarifies that a parent working from home does not automatically get child custody. The bench emphasized both parents contribute to family needs. Read the full ruling details.
Noida coldest at 5.6°C, AQI improves marginally
Noida and Delhi-NCR shivered at 5.6°C, the season's lowest. Air quality improved slightly but stayed 'very poor'. Cold wave predicted for Friday.
Air Purifier Sales Jump 30%, Delhi-NCR Tops Chart
A new study reveals air purifier sales in India grew 30% YoY, driven by pollution. Delhi-NCR accounted for 72% of sales, with Philips and Dyson leading brands. Discover key trends.
Parliament Winter Session Disrupted Over Key Issues
The Winter Session of Parliament faces repeated disruptions over Delhi's air crisis, economic concerns, and electoral roll revision. Key bills on insurance, tax, and securities await. Read the full update.
Congress seeks air pollution debate in Lok Sabha on Day 4
Congress MPs push for a discussion on North India's air pollution crisis, declaring it a national health emergency. Meanwhile, FM Sitharaman tables the Health Security & National Security Cess Bill, 2025. Follow live updates.
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.
2,254 NCR Industries Face Shutdown Over Pollution Devices
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav directs NCR states to submit 2026 pollution plans by Dec-end. 2,254 industries risk closure for not installing emission monitors.
Air Purifier Sales Jump 30% as Delhi Pollution Drives Demand
Croma sees a 30% year-on-year rise in air purifier sales, with Delhi NCR driving 72% of demand. HEPA filters and neutral designs dominate. Discover key trends and top brands.
Jewar Airport Ready for Launch, PM Modi to Inaugurate Dec 15
Noida International Airport in Jewar is set to open, with PM Modi's inauguration on Dec 15. Featuring advanced tech & CISF security, it will ease Delhi-NCR air traffic. Read more.
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 Crisis: Delhi-NCR's Children Bear Heaviest Burden
Doctors across Delhi-NCR report a sharp rise in severe, pollution-linked ailments in children, from infants to teens. Read how toxic air is triggering surgeries, hospitalizations, and even lung attacks.
Gurgaon, Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor' Levels
Gurgaon's air quality index (AQI) rose to 277 (poor) with three stations in 'very poor' zone. Delhi's AQI hit 390. Experts warn of health risks as weather conditions trap pollutants over NCR. Read more.
NCR Air Quality Worsens, AQI Enters Severe Zone
Air quality in Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida deteriorated sharply on Tuesday, with AQI levels entering the 'severe' category. Key stations recorded readings above 400. Check the latest updates and forecasts here.
Ice Hockey Referee Training Underway in Delhi for Himalayan Region
A five-day Ice Hockey Referee Training Programme is on in Delhi NCR, led by Hungarian expert Peter Gebei. Over 20 officials from Ladakh, Himachal & Uttarakhand are being trained to support the sport's growth. Read more.
Vehicular Pollutants Rise in Early Winter: CSE Study
A new CSE analysis reveals a spike in toxic NO₂ and CO from vehicles this early winter, with Delhi-NCR air remaining poor despite reduced farm fires. Read the key findings and recommendations.
SC Criticises Delhi's Seasonal Approach to Air Pollution Crisis
The Supreme Court demands a permanent, year-round solution to Delhi's air pollution, criticising the government's last-minute winter actions. Read the full directive for a cleaner capital.
SC Asks Centre to Revisit Delhi Air Pollution Action Plan
Supreme Court questions the effectiveness of Delhi's air pollution action plan, asks for a scientific review beyond stubble burning. Hearings to be held twice a month. #DelhiAirPollution #SupremeCourt
NCR Fire Safety Lags Behind Soaring Skyscrapers
The deadly Hong Kong fire forces a hard look at NCR's firefighting capabilities. With ladders reaching only 42m against 300m towers, residents are at risk. Read about the urgent upgrades needed.
Karnataka Startup Funding Falls 40% in 2025
Karnataka's tech funding plunges 40% to $2.7B while Delhi-NCR grows 12% to $2.4B, signaling major shift in India's startup landscape. Discover the changing dynamics.
5-Year-Old Needs Surgery Due to Noida Air Pollution
A 5-year-old boy in Noida required surgery for pollution-linked breathing problems after moving to Delhi-NCR. Doctors report 30% rise in allergy cases due to worsening air quality.
Gurgaon AQI improves to 'Poor' category at 262
Gurgaon's air quality improved from 'very poor' to 'poor' with AQI at 262. PM2.5 levels remain dangerously high at 24 times WHO limits. Forecast predicts 'very poor' air for next six days.
NCR Air Quality Improves After 6 Days of Poor Conditions
Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad witness significant improvement in air quality with AQI dropping from 'very poor' to 'poor' category after nearly a month. Strong winds help disperse pollutants.
NCR Luxury Projects Redefine High-End Urban Living
Discover how NCR's luxury residential projects are revolutionizing high-end living with smart technology, premium amenities, and sustainable design. Explore the future of urban luxury.
Banned Thai Magur widely sold in Delhi-NCR markets
Despite a 27-year government ban, Thai magur catfish dominates Delhi-NCR markets, raising serious health and ecological concerns. Learn why enforcement has failed.
Noida air remains hazardous for 22 straight days
Noida residents endure 22 consecutive days of hazardous air quality with AQI reaching severe levels. Health concerns mount as pollution continues unabated. Read more about the crisis.
Noida families relocate due to severe pollution health issues
Multiple Noida families are permanently relocating after severe health crises linked to air pollution. Read how toxic air is driving residents out of NCR.
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