Karnataka's plan to merge government schools aims to tackle low enrolment and create integrated institutions from primary to PUC. Will this strategy revive public education? Read our analysis.
Visakhapatnam authorities impose ₹10 crore environmental compensation and issue 159 e-challans in a major anti-pollution drive. Read about the multi-department crackdown.
Saudi Aramco will introduce 98-octane gasoline in January 2026, starting in Riyadh, Jeddah & Dammam. The new fuel targets sports cars and high-performance engines. Read more details.
Delhi govt plans Rs 50,000 incentive for retrofitting old petrol/diesel cars into EVs. New EV Policy 2.0 aims to boost electric vehicle adoption and combat pollution. Details inside.
President Trump discontinues controversial CAFE rules, ending a 50-year policy accused of distorting markets and failing its core goals. Analysis of the real impact on EVs and emissions.
QatarEnergy slashes fuel prices for January 2026, offering relief to consumers. Premium petrol now QR 1.95, Super & Diesel at QR 2 per litre. Read the full details.
In a major price revision, commercial LPG rates surge by Rs 111 per cylinder, while aviation fuel (ATF) sees a steep 7% reduction. Get the latest updates on fuel costs impacting businesses and airlines.
Aviation turbine fuel price reduced sharply in Delhi after three hikes. Commercial LPG cylinder price up by ₹111. Read the latest fuel price revisions and their impact.
The Indian Sugar Mills Association urges the GST Council to lower taxes on flex-fuel vehicles, a crucial step for India's ethanol blending and energy security goals. Read more.
The UAE fuel price committee announced a significant drop in petrol and diesel rates for January 2026, reversing December's hike. Get the latest price list and analysis.
Education experts argue against blanket school shutdowns for pollution, call for infrastructure upgrades and a serious review of NEP's impact on academic overload. Delhi's new fee regulation law also under scrutiny.
Bengaluru motorists face Rs 10,000 penalties in other states due to a technical glitch preventing Karnataka PUC certificates from syncing with the central Parivahan portal. Authorities are investigating.
India's air quality regulator defers a key clean mobility mandate for cab and delivery fleets in NCR, allowing petrol vehicles for another year amid severe pollution. Read the full story.
AP Air Quality Monitoring Committee chairman Kantilal Dande directs officials in 11 non-attainment cities to accelerate action under NCAP. Measures include strict PUC checks and road sweeping.
Goa's new AI-enabled e-challan system at Sheli Polem toll plaza is suspended after protests over technical glitches and wrongful fines up to Rs 10,500. Residents warn of tourist impact.
Delhi gears up for a major transport revamp in 2026 with over 7,000 electric buses, Metro expansion, and a new EV policy to combat pollution. Read the full plan here.
Delhi govt's intensified GRAP enforcement sees 28 goods buses impounded and nearly 4,000 challans in a day. Action also taken against faulty PUC centres. Read the full report.
Delhi government is planning to reintroduce shared taxi rides on major routes to reduce vehicular pollution and traffic congestion. Learn how this initiative could impact your commute.
India's petrol pump network has doubled since 2015, crossing 100,000 outlets. State-run firms lead the expansion, boosting rural and highway access. Discover the details of this massive growth.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 349. Dense smog disrupts flights and trains. Minister Sirsa enforces 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy. Read for details and pollution hotspots.
Odisha's State Transport Authority clarifies the 'no PUC, no fuel' mandate, stating it targets only rule violators. A 15-day awareness drive is planned. Get details on e-challan links and genuine PUC centers.
Delhi govt makes 'No PUC, No Fuel' permanent to fight pollution. 12 faulty testing centres suspended, 411 closure notices issued. New measures announced.
Delhi's PUC certificate requirement will remain enforced even after GRAP-IV restrictions are lifted, Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced. Learn about the ongoing measures to combat vehicular pollution in the capital.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Delhi's new Transit-Oriented Development policy draft removes key planning safeguards, raising concerns over chaotic growth. Experts warn of infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
Delhi govt plans talks with Ola, Uber for pooled e-buses, ends challan waivers, and issues new e-rickshaw rules to cut private vehicles and pollution. Details inside.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' panel on December 23, 2025, tackled crucial topics including the Karnataka government's new policy, the impact of the NEP, and the future of Indian sports. Read the full discussion.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces strict enforcement of PUC fines, no waivers. Govt plans talks with Ola/Uber for shared EVs & new e-rickshaw guidelines to cut pollution.
Delhi's GRAP-4 enforcement sees over 2 lakh PUC certificates issued, but 10,000 vehicles fail. Experts call for stricter, mileage-based testing to combat air pollution.
Delhi's air quality remains in the 'Very Poor' category with dense smog. Flight operations are normal, but visibility is low. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.