Delhi Air Quality Improves, GRAP Stage-IV Lifted
Delhi's AQI improved to 'very poor' from 'severe', prompting CAQM to revoke Stage-IV GRAP restrictions. Strong winds aided pollution dispersal. Read the full update.
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6 Power Plants Face Rs 61.8 Crore Fine for Ignoring Biomass Rules
CAQM imposes Rs 61.8 crore environmental compensation on six thermal power plants near Delhi for failing to meet mandatory biomass co-firing targets aimed at curbing stubble burning pollution. Read the full details.
GRAP-IV lifted in Delhi-NCR, but air quality remains poor
The CAQM revoked Stage-IV pollution curbs in Delhi-NCR, though AQI stayed 'very poor'. The High Court questioned 18% GST on air purifiers. Read for details.
Delhi's GRAP-IV Restrictions Lifted After AQI Improves
Delhi's pollution watchdog lifts GRAP Stage-IV curbs as air quality improves. Check the latest updates on banned activities now permitted and the forecast ahead.
Delhi Lifts GRAP-IV Restrictions After Air Quality Improves
Delhi's air quality improves, leading to the revocation of strict GRAP-IV curbs. Find out which restrictions are lifted and what changes for schools, vehicles, and construction.
Gurgaon's Dust Pollution Soars Despite Govt Directives
Gurgaon's roads remain dust bowls as authorities fail to act on Union Minister's order. Key areas like MG Road, Sector 29 see no improvement. Read how pollution chokes the city.
Gurgaon's Dust Haze: Unchecked Construction Chokes City
A TOI survey reveals Gurgaon's air quality crisis as exposed soil and construction dust blanket MG Road, Sector 29, and other areas. Read how the city is failing pollution control directives.
6 Power Plants Fined Rs 61.85 Cr for Ignoring Biomass Rules
CAQM issues show-cause notices to six thermal plants near Delhi for failing to co-fire biomass, proposing a hefty Rs 61.85 crore fine. Read the full story on the air pollution crackdown.
MCD's 2-Year, Rs 2000 Cr Plan to Fix Delhi's Internal Roads
MCD submits a phased plan to redevelop 1503 km of Delhi's narrow roads by 2027 to curb dust pollution. Execution hinges on state fund approval. Details inside.
Gurgaon orders work from home, revises office timings
Gurgaon administration mandates work from home for private offices and revises government timings to implement GRAP-IV. Learn about the new rules and their impact on NCR's air quality.
Gurugram Work-From-Home Advisory After GRAP Stage-IV
Gurugram administration mandates work-from-home for private offices starting Dec 22 due to severe air quality. CAQM invoked GRAP Stage-IV across NCR. Details inside.
Rohini MLA Launches Action Cell to Fight Dust Pollution
Rohini MLA Vijender Gupta announces a Dust Action Cell and weekly joint inspections to tackle severe dust pollution in North West Delhi. The move follows an Indian Express report highlighting ongoing issues.
MCD fines Rs 33.95 lakh for GRAP IV violations in Delhi
Delhi's MCD imposes hefty fines of Rs 33.95 lakh in a week on construction sites violating GRAP IV anti-pollution rules. Read about the crackdown and its impact.
Gurgaon MCG hires 4 agencies for waste management
MCG Gurgaon initiates hiring of four separate agencies for zone-wise waste collection via GPS-enabled tractor-trolleys at Rs 6.65 crore. The move aims to streamline operations as CAQM flags delays in waste processing, setting a 2026 deadline for legacy wa
Delhi-NCR AQI Severe, GRAP Stage-IV Measures Activated
Delhi-NCR engulfed in thick smog with AQI levels soaring above 400. GRAP Stage-IV restrictions, including a construction ban, are now in force. Read the latest updates.
Haryana Waste Cleanup Delays Alarm Air Quality Body
CAQM warns of slow progress in Haryana's municipal waste remediation, targeting Gurgaon, Faridabad & Sonipat. MCG must finalise Bandhwari landfill tenders by 2026 to curb toxic air. Read the full story.
Delhi Imposes GRAP Stage III Anti-Pollution Measures
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 AQI at 373: Anti-Pollution Measures Fail to Improve Air
Delhi's air quality remains 'Very Poor' with an AQI of 373 despite a flurry of anti-pollution actions. Experts warn of worsening conditions. Read the full analysis.
Delhi's BS-VI Ban on Non-Delhi Private Vehicles Now in Force
Delhi enforces a ban on non-Delhi registered private vehicles below BS-VI standards to combat severe air pollution. Essential services exempt. Learn the rules and impact.
Delhi AQI Hits 'Very Poor', GRAP Stage-IV Measures Activated
Delhi's air quality plunges to hazardous levels with AQI reaching 374 in RK Puram. Authorities enforce strict GRAP Stage-IV measures. Read the full report on the smog crisis and its impact.
Delhi GRAP-4: Rs 20,000 Fine for Banned Vehicles
Delhi-NCR implements strict GRAP-4 measures to combat severe air pollution. BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel vehicles banned. Violators face fines up to ₹20,000. Know the rules.
Delhi-NCR Schools Shut Dec 16-17 for Severe Air Pollution
All schools in Delhi-NCR are closed on December 16 & 17 due to severe air quality. The CAQM invoked Stage IV of GRAP. Check official orders and health advisories here.
SC: Rich's Lifestyle Fuels Delhi Pollution, 41% from Vehicles
Supreme Court blames affluent lifestyles for Delhi's severe air pollution, with transport sector contributing 41%. Next hearing on Wednesday. Read more.
Expert Panel Meets to Curb Vehicular Emissions in Delhi-NCR
A new CAQM expert committee held its inaugural meeting to formulate strategies for reducing vehicle pollution in Delhi-NCR, focusing on EVs, emission norms, and infrastructure. Read the key details.
Punjab Declares Winter Holidays in Schools
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
Delhi's New Air Pollution Study to Replace 2018 Report
Delhi government signs MoU with IIT Delhi & IITM Pune for fresh source-apportionment study. New data to guide action as old 2018 report is deemed outdated. Read details on enforcement & winter measures.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Investment Pitch in Osaka
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
Punjab CM's Japan Roadshow Attracts Major Investors
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann showcased the state's investment potential in Osaka, Japan. Key Japanese firms expressed strong interest in Punjab's single-window system and industrial policy. Read more.
Punjab CM's Japan Roadshow Seeks Investments for State
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's business roadshow in Osaka saw strong industry participation, highlighting opportunities for young people and a stable business climate. Discover Punjab's investment potential.
CAQM Orders Punjab, Haryana to Monitor Summer Stubble Burning
For the first time, CAQM directs Punjab and Haryana to monitor and prevent wheat stubble burning in summer, extending its pollution fight beyond the paddy season. Learn about the alarming fire counts and new action plans.
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