Delhi's December Air Worst Since 2018, PM2.5 at 211 µg/m³
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.
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Aravalli Range Redefinition Puts NCR's Future at Risk
The Supreme Court reconsiders the Aravalli's definition. A new 100m height rule could shrink protected areas, expose hills to mining, and worsen Delhi's air. The precautionary principle must prevail.
Gurgaon's Dec Air Worst Since 2016, PM2.5 at 156 µg/m³
Gurgaon's December air pollution hits a 9-year high with PM2.5 at 156 µg/m³, erasing gains of past two winters. Experts blame weather and unchecked emissions. Read more.
Putin: Russia Will Achieve Goals by Force if Peace Fails
Russian President Vladimir Putin states Kyiv is in no hurry for peace, vows to achieve military goals. Russia claims capture of five towns after massive overnight strikes. Read the latest updates.
Farmer's Death at Amaravati Meeting Sparks Protests
Dondapati Rama Rao collapsed during a meeting with the three-man committee on Amaravati capital issues. His death has intensified farmers' anger over pending compensation and land problems. Read the full story.
Russia Downs 111 Ukrainian Drones in Major Attack
Russian air defences intercepted a massive wave of 111 Ukrainian drones over three hours, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Get the latest details on the attack and its implications.
Delhi Woman: Bengaluru Should Be National Capital
Simridhi Makhija's viral video comparing Delhi and Bengaluru ignites a fierce online debate on pollution, safety, and infrastructure. Discover why she wants a capital shift.
Thiruvananthapuram Outer Ring Road Awaits Final Approval
Thiruvananthapuram's long-delayed 80km Outer Ring Road project linking Vizhinjam to Navaikulam is set for final central approval by Jan 15, 2025. The project, crucial for port connectivity, aims to start construction by mid-2026 after land acquisition.
CRDA Greenlights Quantum Valley Building in Amaravati
CRDA approves a dedicated ₹104 crore building for Amaravati's Quantum Valley, alongside Ayush hospital, flood mitigation works, and infrastructure projects worth over ₹1,300 crore.
Top True HEPA Air Purifiers to Fight Indoor Air Pollution in India
Protect your family from hazardous PM2.5 indoors. Discover the best True HEPA air purifiers, including Philips, Dyson & more, for cleaner, safer air in your home. Act now for better health!
Canada Keeps Bank Capital Rules Unchanged, C$60B Excess
Canada's financial regulator holds capital buffer steady at 3.5%, revealing big banks have C$60 billion in excess capital. Read how this impacts lending and economic growth.
Delhi BS-VI Vehicle Ban Reopens Old NCR Planning Wounds
Delhi's new ban on non-BSVI private vehicles from NCR states reignites debate over the failed concept of a seamless National Capital Region. Experts call the move a crude pollution fix, highlighting decades of planning paralysis.
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.
Half of Pollution Control Posts Vacant Nationwide
Parliament data reveals nearly half of all scientific posts in India's pollution control bodies are vacant, crippling the fight against toxic air. Delhi-NCR also lags in fund utilisation. Read the shocking details.
Bill to Amend AP Reorganisation Act for Amaravati Capital
The Union government initiates a Bill to amend the 2014 Act, officially designating Amaravati as Andhra's capital. Get the latest updates on this crucial political development.
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.
Pollution Control Day: Bhopal Tragedy & Health Crisis
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Delhi Traffic Cops Battle Toxic Air, Black Dots in Lungs
Delhi traffic police at Kalindi Kunj face severe health crises from toxic air, with CT scans revealing black dots in lungs. A 2022 study confirms outdoor workers' plight. Read their struggle.
Vizag's Unsafe Air Quality Persists for Decade
Visakhapatnam recorded moderate but unsafe air quality from 2015-2025, with AQI between 95-130. Analysis reveals PM2.5 levels 8 times WHO limits, reducing life expectancy by 2+ years. Learn more.
Naidu Orders CRDA Corruption Probe, Vows Stern Action
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu announces inquiry into CRDA bribery allegations, addresses farmer concerns and reaffirms Amaravati development. Read full details.
Rahul Gandhi Questions PM Modi's Silence on Delhi Pollution
Rahul Gandhi demands urgent action plan for Delhi's air pollution crisis, questions PM Modi's silence and claims powerful stakeholders benefit from pollution. Read more.
IVCA and DII Forum 2025 to Boost India's Capital Markets
IVCA and DII Forum 2025 unites policymakers and investors to strengthen India's domestic capital ecosystem. Discover how this initiative will transform investment landscape.
Air Pollution Threatens 25% of Indian Pregnancies
New study reveals alarming air pollution risks for pregnant women in India. Learn how to protect maternal and fetal health from toxic air quality.
India's Air Pollution Funds Remain Largely Unused
Despite receiving $19.8 billion in air quality funding, India struggles with pollution control while China achieves 41% PM2.5 reduction. Delhi residents lose 8.2 years of life expectancy to toxic air.
Diesel Autorickshaw Ban in NCR to Combat Pollution
Uttar Pradesh bans diesel autorickshaws in Noida, Ghaziabad to tackle severe air pollution. New regulations effective immediately across key NCR districts.
Delhi AQI Reaches 400, Enters Severe Red Zone
Delhi's air quality deteriorates to severe levels with AQI hitting 400. Learn about the health impacts and immediate measures needed to combat this toxic crisis.
10 Subtle Signs Air Pollution Is Affecting You
Discover the hidden symptoms of air pollution exposure in India. Learn to identify subtle health warnings and protect yourself from toxic air quality.
Supreme Court Alarms Over Delhi's Severe Air Pollution
Supreme Court judges express grave concern over Delhi's dangerous air quality crisis, demanding immediate government action to protect public health from toxic pollution.
Supreme Court Alarmed by Delhi's Severe Pollution Crisis
Delhi's air pollution reaches emergency levels as Supreme Court intervenes. Learn about the urgent measures being implemented and how it affects residents' health.
Delhi Air Emergency: HEPA Purifiers Become Necessity
Delhi-NCR's air quality reaches dangerous levels, making HEPA filter air purifiers essential for home protection. Learn critical facts and take action now to safeguard your family's health.
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