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.
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.
Uttarakhand High Court directs the state pollution board to respond within two weeks on illegal sawmills in Haldwani's residential zones, addressing a PIL citing noise pollution and health hazards.
Ahead of Pune's civic elections, citizens demand candidates treat air pollution as an emergency. Residents cite garbage burning, construction dust, and seek ward-wise AQI mapping for accountability.
Punjab Pollution Control Board recommends disconnecting electricity to 25-30 electroplating units in Ludhiana for flouting environmental norms, risking Buddha Dariya pollution.
Balasore district imposes 7-day restrictions on construction, truck movement & waste burning as AQI turns 'very poor'. Officials warn of legal action for violations. Learn more.
UP Board announces pre-board exam schedule for 2026. Classes 10 & 12 exams from Jan 8-21. Check key dates, practical phases, and main exam timetable for crucial practice.
Delhi's air quality remained poor with an AQI of 262 on January 5. Dense fog led to flight disruptions at IGI Airport. Cold weather traps pollutants, posing health risks.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation announces plan to install air purifiers at major city locations. Mayor urges residents to reduce vehicle use for cleaner air.
Activist groups in Ludhiana protest at Punjab Pollution Control Board, demanding enforcement of NGT orders to close toxic wastewater outlets from dyeing plants into Buddha Dariya. Key meeting scheduled for Jan 2026.
Madras High Court appoints Magsaysay awardee Rajendra Singh as commissioner to study Thamirabarani river pollution and suggest remedies. Court expresses dissatisfaction with state's progress.
Uttarakhand High Court orders immediate shutdown of an illegally operating hot mix plant near Sheetla river in Vikasnagar. The plant was causing severe air pollution and health hazards. Read the full report.
Noida's air quality index (AQI) remained 'very poor' at 367 on Thursday, with dense fog reducing visibility to 50-200m. Ghaziabad's air deteriorated, while parts of Delhi-NCR recorded 'severe' levels. Read the full forecast.
Kolkata's air quality plunged to 'very poor' levels on New Year's Day due to firecrackers and winter inversion. Experts warn of severe health risks and slow recovery. Read more.
Bhopal reports 1,321 pollution-linked respiratory emergencies in 2024, a sharp rise from previous years. Experts blame high AQI, traffic, and construction dust. Read more on the health crisis.
Delhi's air quality plummeted to AQI 311, marked 'very poor'. IMD predicts cold waves from Jan 2-5, likely worsening pollution. Stay informed on health risks.
Kanpur administration seals a chemical factory and inspects 108 units to ensure Ganga purity for Magh Mela. Tannery closure roster enforced from Dec 31, 2025. Read the full report.
Dehradun's air pollution reached severe levels on New Year's Day, recording an AQI of 316. Experts blame vehicles, waste burning, and weather. Learn the health risks and official response.
Untreated sewage discharge into Panchkula's Ghaggar river triggers alarm. Fears of drinking water contamination rise as repair work continues. Authorities face negligence charges.
Kolkata's air pollution progress has slowed, with PM2.5 stuck at 45 µg/m³. Experts cite transboundary pollution and biomass burning as key hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Odisha govt extends deadline for mandatory Pollution Certificates to March 31. 'No PUCC, No Petrol' rule to be strictly enforced from April 1. Get your vehicle tested now to avoid fines.
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.
Delhi recorded its cleanest air since 2020 in 2025, but PM2.5 levels were still 2.45 times above national standards. Experts warn systemic change is needed for safe air. Read the full analysis.
Chandigarh's air quality deteriorated sharply on Monday, with many areas experiencing 'very poor' AQI levels for prolonged periods. Key monitoring stations in Sectors 22, 25, and 53 recorded alarming spikes. Read the full report.
Visakhapatnam's air quality index (AQI) consistently breaches 300. The AP Pollution Control Board plans a comprehensive city-wide vehicular emission assessment to tackle pollution sources. Read more.
UP Pollution Control Board to install cameras at 34 factories near Ganga tributaries in Bijnor and Amroha to prevent toxic discharge during Magh Mela from Jan 3 to Feb 15.
Strong westerly winds brought a sharp improvement in air quality across Bihar and UP cities on Monday. Patna's AQI hit a 'satisfactory' 88. Experts warn the relief may be temporary.
Air quality in Hyderabad's Sanathnagar deteriorates, with AQI nearing 200. Residents blame open waste burning, traffic, and lost green spaces. Read more on the pollution crisis.
Residents of Nagoa, Verna, report untreated industrial waste polluting River Sal's origin. Despite inspections, no action taken, raising serious health and agricultural concerns. Authorities urged to intervene immediately.
UP government orders 24-day closure of Kanpur tanneries during Magh Mela 2026 to curb Ganga pollution. Strict monitoring by Pollution Control Board. Read details.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 391, nearing severe levels. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 445. Govt announces Rs. 100 crore for water body rejuvenation and new E-Waste Park. Stay informed and take precautions.