Clean fuel rule for delivery fleets deferred till Dec 2026
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.
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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.
Two Arrested for Diesel Theft from Trucks in Navi Mumbai
Kalamboli police nab two men for stealing diesel from parked trucks at knife point. 175 litres of fuel, a car with fake plates, and a knife seized. Read the full details.
Police bust oil theft gang near India-Nepal border, seize 9,600 litres
Motihari police arrested five gang members for stealing & adulterating diesel from trucks on NH-28A. 9,600 litres seized. Read how the racket operated.
Delhi makes GRAP-4's No PUC, No Fuel rule permanent
Delhi makes PUCC check mandatory for fuel and BS6 norm for entry permanent to fight pollution. AQI hits 390. Rs 100 crore for water bodies, e-waste park approved.
Delhi Makes Key GRAP-4 Pollution Rules Permanent
Delhi Environment Minister announces permanent PUCC fuel ban & BS6 entry rules to combat severe air pollution. AQI hits 390, very poor category. Details on new e-waste park & water body revival.
Maharashtra's E-Bus Push Falters, Diesel Fleet to Expand
MSRTC's green mobility plans hit major roadblocks. With only 600 e-buses received, the state transport body will add 8,000 diesel buses next year to bolster its weak fleet. Read about the setbacks and commuter woes.
Gadkari says Delhi pollution gives him allergies, urges EV shift
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals he suffers from allergies due to Delhi's pollution, blaming transport for 40% of it. He calls for a national push towards electric and hydrogen vehicles. Read his stark warning.
Mercedes to pay $149.6M in US emissions cheating case
Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG settle for $149.6 million over allegations of using illegal software to cheat emission tests in over 211,000 diesel vehicles. Read the full details.
Delhi to Resume Action on Old Vehicles Post Pollution
Delhi government will restart enforcement against 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles after severe air pollution subsides, following a Supreme Court order. Over 1 crore vehicles face action.
Delhi govt enforces strict PUC fines, plans e-rickshaw rules
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.
Rs 1.5 Lakh Compensation for Water-Adulterated Diesel
Dharashiv consumer forum directs police petrol pump & BPCL to pay lawyer Rs 1.5 lakh after water-mixed diesel damaged his car. Details on the landmark order inside.
Delhi BS-6 Ban: Chaos, Confusion Continue at Borders
Delhi's ban on non-BS 6 vehicles from other states caused major disruptions for NCR commuters on Friday. Police fined hundreds, turning back many at borders. Read about the commuter ordeal and official stance.
SC Relief for BS-IV & BS-VI Vehicles in Delhi-NCR
Supreme Court modifies order, offering relief to BS-IV and BS-VI vehicle owners in Delhi-NCR. Renewal may now depend on fitness tests, not just age. Read for details.
Gurgaon Pollution: Rs 2.8 Crore Fine on Violators
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
Driver Shot Resisting Diesel Theft in Kannauj
A truck driver from Bihar was shot and injured by criminals attempting to steal diesel from his vehicle near Sikandarpur, Kannauj. Police are investigating the brazen highway robbery. Read the full report.
Delhi Traffic Curbs: Day 1 Sees Confusion, Few Police Checks
On the first day of Delhi's traffic restrictions, toll collectors were more visible than police at key borders. Officials appeared unsure of rules, with many vehicles going unchecked. Read the full report.
Delhi BS-6 Rule Enforced, 460 Vehicles Turned Away
Delhi's GRAP Stage IV rule barring non-Delhi, non-BS 6 vehicles caused major traffic chaos at 13 borders. 2,768 vehicles were checked, 460 sent back. Commuters fume over poor communication.
Govt's Action Plan on Air Pollution: Minister Yadav
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav details govt's science-based measures to tackle air pollution sources in Delhi, citing vehicle phase-out and global studies. Read the full plan.
Delhi's New Anti-Pollution Rules: No Fuel Without PUC, BS-VI Only
Delhi cracks down on vehicular pollution with a strict 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy and a ban on non-BS-VI vehicles from outside. Violators face heavy fines up to Rs 20,000. Read the full details.
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's Stage IV GRAP: Vehicle Ban, 50% WFH, No Fuel Sans PUC
Delhi implements stringent Stage IV GRAP measures: 50% work-from-home, ban on non-BS VI outside vehicles, no fuel without PUC. Severe air quality likely till Dec 27. Read details.
Delhi's New Anti-Pollution Curbs: WFH, Old Car Ban Effective
Delhi-NCR enforces fresh curbs as smog persists. New rules include 50% work-from-home, ban on non-BS-VI vehicles & no fuel without PUC. Check the full list of restrictions now.
Delhi modifies non-BS VI vehicle ban, ties it to GRAP-IV
Delhi govt modifies its ban on outside non-BS VI vehicles, now effective only during GRAP-IV. 'No PUC, no fuel' rule starts, carpooling app & traffic management system announced to fight pollution.
Sonepat phases out diesel autos from January 1
Sonepat administration bans diesel auto-rickshaws from January 1, 2025, to curb pollution. Owners must switch to CNG or electric vehicles. Details on the phase-out plan here.
SC modifies order on old vehicles, excludes BS 1-3 from reprieve
The Supreme Court has clarified that its order protecting old vehicles from coercive action applies only to BS 4/BS 6 models. Over 107 lakh BS 1-3 vehicles face action, impacting Delhi-NCR air quality.
Nagpur civic polls cost surges to Rs 20 crore for 2026
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's election budget for 2026 hits Rs 20 crore, a 165% jump from 2017. Rising fuel, manpower, and material costs drive the steep increase. Read the full breakdown.
Pilibhit Fuel Pump's Licence Suspended Over Lease Dispute
Pilibhit district administration suspends diesel licence & cancels NOC of Tiwari Filling Station after land lease expired. Action follows complaint by HC lawyer. Details inside.
SC Permits Delhi to Act Against Old, Polluting Vehicles
Supreme Court allows Delhi government to deregister and scrap old petrol & diesel vehicles. A major step to fight air pollution in the capital. Read the full details.
Delhi Enforces Ban on Non-BS VI Outstation Private Vehicles
Delhi govt bans non-BS VI private vehicles from outside. Traffic Police deploy 500+ personnel, 37 vans for strict enforcement. Violators face vehicle seizure and fines.
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