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 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 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'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 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.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP's JP Nadda are scheduled for key visits to West Bengal this month, focusing on booth-level strengthening ahead of elections. Get the latest political updates.
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.
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 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.
Union Minister Amit Shah held key BJP meetings and visited a Kali temple in West Bengal, setting the stage for the crucial 2026 Assembly elections. Read the full details here.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges BJP government in West Bengal post-2026, addresses Matua community's CAA fears, and vows to stop illegal infiltration. Read the full story.
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 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.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a crucial 3-day West Bengal tour, focusing on organizational strengthening and strategy for the 2026 state elections. Get the full details.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'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 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'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.
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.
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'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.
Delhi's air quality improved to an AQI of 221 on Thursday but remained 'poor'. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 292. The High Court slammed the 18% GST on air purifiers. Read the full report.
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.
Panchkula's air quality plunges to 'Very Poor' levels, ranking 4th nationally. Residents blame open burning and poor waste management. Health risks escalate.