PPCB seeks power cut for 30 polluting Ludhiana units
Punjab Pollution Control Board recommends disconnecting electricity to 25-30 electroplating units in Ludhiana for flouting environmental norms, risking Buddha Dariya pollution.
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UP Board Pre-Board 2026 Schedule Released for Classes 10, 12
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 Air Quality Poor, Fog Causes Flight Delays
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.
Ludhiana activists protest PPCB over toxic dyeing plant discharge
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.
HC Appoints Rajendra Singh to Study Thamirabarani River Pollution
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.
HC stops illegal hot mix plant in Dehradun's Vikasnagar
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.
NCR Air Quality Stays 'Very Poor', Dense Fog Hits Visibility
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 New Year Air Quality Plummets to 'Very Poor' Levels
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 Respiratory Cases Surge as AQI Remains Unhealthy
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 Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor' Category
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 Seals Factory to Protect Ganga During Magh Mela
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 Quality 'Very Poor' with AQI 316
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.
Panchkula's Ghaggar River Contaminated by Raw Sewage
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 Fight Stalls, PM2.5 Levels Stagnate
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.
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.
Delhi's 2025 air cleanest since 2020, but still toxic
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.
Uttarakhand Bus Accident in Almora, 6-7 Feared Dead
A bus accident in Almora, Uttarakhand, has left 6-7 people feared dead after the vehicle fell into a deep gorge. Rescue operations are currently underway. Read for the latest updates.
Chandigarh AQI Hits 'Very Poor' Levels, Sector 25 Worst Hit
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 'Very Poor' Air Prompts Major Vehicle Emission Study
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.
34 Factories Monitored by Cameras to Keep Ganga Clean for Magh Mela
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.
Winds Improve Air Quality in Patna, Lucknow, Varanasi
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.
Sanathnagar Air Quality Worsens, AQI Nears 200
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.
Untreated Effluents Contaminate River Sal Source in Goa
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.
Kanpur Tanneries to Close for 24 Days During 2026 Magh Mela
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 AQI at 391, Very Poor Air Quality Continues
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.
Delhi's Air Quality Worsens, AQI Reaches 385
Delhi's air quality deteriorated sharply to AQI 385, falling into the 'very poor' category due to calm winds and fog. The IMD issues a yellow alert. Read for details and forecasts.
Delhi Air Quality Dips, 20 Stations in Severe Zone
Delhi's air quality deteriorates sharply, with 20 monitoring stations recording severe AQI levels. CPCB data reveals a dangerous spike in pollution. Stay informed and take precautions.
2026 Board Exams: CBSE, States Adopt Twice-a-Year Model
India's Class 10th & 12th board exams undergo a historic shift in 2025. CBSE leads the move to two annual exams, ending high-stakes pressure. Explore the new flexible, student-friendly system.
Mohali's 45-year-old toxic dump poisons residents despite fine
A Rs 65-lakh PPCB penalty fails to clean up Mohali's 45-year-old toxic dump site, endangering 6000 residents with fires and contamination. Read about the ongoing health crisis and official promises.
Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor' Category
Delhi's air quality worsens again, entering the 'very poor' zone with an AQI of 292. Vehicular emissions remain the top culprit. Get the latest updates and forecasts here.
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