Rs 391 Crore Plan to Revive Bengaluru's Byramangala Lake
After decades of pollution, Bengaluru's Byramangala lake is set for a major revival. A Rs 391-crore govt plan includes a new STP to clean the waterbody by 2028-29. Read the full story.
Category : Climate Change
Himachal hotel fined Rs 1 lakh for illegal muck dumping
Himachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board fines hotel owner Rs 1 lakh for illegal muck dumping near Bhakra Dam reservoir. Action follows complaints and court orders.
160 Acres of Mangroves Destroyed in Maharashtra: Study
A detailed satellite study exposes the destruction of 160 acres of mangroves in Raigad, Thane & Palghar. Environmentalists warn of ecological disaster and demand government action. Read more.
Rohtak AQI 421, Tops North India's Pollution Chart
Rohtak records hazardous AQI of 421, surpassing Delhi. Haryana's air crisis deepens as six cities report 'very poor' air quality. Minister outlines action plan.
Leopard kills boy in Pune's Pargaon, villagers angry
An 8-year-old boy was killed in a leopard attack in Pune's Junnar. Forest officials trapped a leopard, but villagers demand long-term solutions to human-animal conflict. Read more.
Delhi Fog Eases, AQI Improves but Flight Disruptions Linger
Delhi's air quality improved to 'very poor' from 'severe' as winds picked up, but flight cancellations and delays persisted at IGI Airport due to a cascading effect from Monday's dense fog. IMD forecasts more fog ahead.
Delhi bans non-BS-VI vehicles, experts seek transport boost
Delhi bans non-Delhi registered, pre-BS-VI vehicles under GRAP. Experts welcome the move but urge focus on public transport & faster EV shift for lasting clean air.
12 Punjab ULBs Report Waste Processing Gaps, Seek 3 Months
Punjab govt reports 12 urban bodies struggling with solid waste processing. Chief Secretary seeks 3 months to bridge the gap. NGT monitors compliance with 2016 rules.
Dense Fog in Punjab, Himachal; Temp Drops to 4.8°C
Dense fog blankets Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, with Adampur and Bhopal recording 4.8°C. Visibility drops to 20m in Faridkot. IMD predicts light rain/snow on Dec 20-21. Read for full forecast.
Himalayas Transforming Due to Climate Change: Experts
Melting glaciers and erratic weather are altering the Himalayas, impacting rivers and lives. Experts at Lucknow University highlight urgent need for sustainable action. Read more.
Bengal Targets 20% Renewable Energy by 2030
West Bengal commits to 20% renewables by 2030. Minister Rabbani reveals plans for solar, biomass, and hybrid systems at Kolkata conclave. Explore the state's green energy roadmap.
Delhi Bans Non-BS VI Vehicles, Mandates PUC For Fuel
Delhi bans non-BS VI private vehicles from entry and mandates PUC certificates for refueling from Thursday to combat severe air pollution under GRAP. Key details inside.
Goa's Summer Water Shortage: CGWB Proposes 422 Cubic Metre Boost
Central Ground Water Board's new study reveals a plan to tackle acute water scarcity in Canacona's hilly villages. Implementation could provide an extra 422 cubic metres daily. Read the full report.
Bhopal hits 4.8°C, coldest day this winter
Bhopal recorded its coldest day of the season at 4.8°C, with a cold wave and fog set to persist. The chill is expected to continue, impacting visibility across Madhya Pradesh. Read for details and forecasts.
MP Meets Minister Over Hanumangarh Ethanol Plant Concerns
Ganganagar MP Kuldeep Indora met Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, raising serious concerns over the proposed ethanol factory in Tibbi, Hanumangarh. Farmers' interests and water security are non-negotiable. Read more.
Vultures Rehabilitated, Set for Release in Melghat
After a successful rehab in Pench, 15 endangered long-billed vultures are being prepared for release in Melghat Tiger Reserve. A key conservation win for Maharashtra. Read the full story.
60-Day Defoamer Use in Yamuna Raises Ecological Alarm
Activist Pankaj Kumar warns Delhi LG & CM of long-term damage from excessive defoamer spraying in Yamuna. Govt official confirms halt order issued. Read details.
Ahmedabad Winter Chill: Temp Dips to 15.4°C
Ahmedabad experienced a slight drop in minimum temperature with cold winds. IMD forecasts a gradual rise soon. Discover the city's weather details and state-wide lows.
Three killed by elephant herd in Ramgarh incidents
Tragedy strikes Ramgarh as three people, including a man trying to film a selfie, are killed by elephants in separate incidents. Authorities warn against approaching wild herds.
Dhanbad Gas Leak: Nitrogen Injection Operation Starts
After 15 days, a major operation begins in Dhanbad's Kenduadih to inject liquid nitrogen and stop the toxic gas leak. Experts from multiple agencies are on site. Read for details.
Govt's Clean Himalayan Cities Plan to Fight Plastic Waste
The Centre announces the Clean Himalayan Cities Initiative to provide financial and technical aid to hill states battling massive plastic waste from tourism. The plan targets visible improvements by early 2026.
Night Ops in Wayanad to Drive Tiger WWS-112 Back to Forest
Forest department uses thermal drones, crackers & kumki elephants to drive a 5-year-old male tiger, WWS-112, back into Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. 80 personnel deployed, schools closed. Read the full story.
Parel residents complain to MPCB about SRA site pollution
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Delhi: No fuel for vehicles without PUCC from Dec 18
Delhi cracks down on pollution: Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate will be denied fuel at pumps from Thursday. New entry rules for non-BS-VI and out-of-state vehicles also announced.
Shillong: India's Clean Air Capital, AQI Hits 9
Shillong and Aizawl recorded India's best AQI levels, while Delhi's pollution was 3x worse. Discover the Northeast's air quality divide and the PM2.5 risks in urban hubs.
Rudrapur Fog Cuts Visibility, Halts Traffic in Terai Region
Dense fog severely disrupted daily life in Uttarakhand's Terai region, reducing visibility below 30 meters and bringing traffic to a standstill. Authorities issue advisories as cold wave persists. Read more.
Dry Winter Hits Uttarakhand Apple Production in Uttarkashi
Prolonged dry spells and lack of winter rain & snow in Uttarakhand threaten apple yields. Experts warn of inadequate chilling hours impacting the prized Harsil valley crop. Read more.
EU Eases 2035 Combustion Engine Ban, Calls It Pragmatic
EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne defends relaxing car emission targets as a pragmatic move amid industry challenges. The bloc's 2050 carbon neutrality goal remains unchanged. Full details inside.
Tiger Carcass Discovered in Karnataka Coffee Plantation
A tiger carcass was found in a Kodagu coffee estate, sparking a forest department probe. Officials suspect territorial fight or poisoning. Read the latest details.
India's Air Pollution: 25 Years of Known Causes, No Action
Despite clear causes for 25 years, India's air pollution crisis worsens. Delhi's winter script repeats as solutions are ignored. Read why science is sidelined in the fight for breathable air.
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