NDMC 2026-27 Budget: Rs 143 Cr Surplus, No Tax Hike
NDMC announces a surplus budget of Rs 143 crore for 2026-27, focusing on CCTV surveillance, AI in schools, and a dust-free Lutyens' Delhi. No property tax increase. Read the full plan.
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Patna's Moderate AQI Prompts PMC Crackdown on Construction Dust
Patna's air quality hits 'moderate' levels with AQI 177. PMC rolls out strict waste disposal rules, mandates green mesh at sites, and imposes fines to combat PM2.5 pollution. Learn the new measures.
ISRO: Cosmic dust particle hits Earth every 16 minutes
ISRO's DEX instrument confirms an interplanetary dust particle enters Earth's atmosphere every 1,000 seconds. This discovery is vital for protecting space assets and future missions to Moon, Mars, and Venus.
Noida Air Quality: Most Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM Report
A surprise inspection in Noida found most road stretches dust-free, a positive sign for the polluted city. Read about the findings and the ongoing 'Operation Clean Air' drive.
Odisha Bans Night Construction to Fight Air Pollution
Odisha govt bans construction from 6 PM to 10 AM & halts all demolition in Bhubaneswar & Cuttack to control dust pollution. Strict penalties for violations. Read more.
ISRO's Dust Detector Tracks Interplanetary Particles
ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission instrument successfully detects and analyses micrometeoroid impacts, providing crucial data on interplanetary dust near the Moon. A major step for India's space science.
ISRO's DEX Detects Interplanetary Dust Particles Hitting Earth
ISRO's DEX instrument on Chandrayaan-2 has detected a significant flux of tiny interplanetary dust particles bombarding Earth. This discovery aids in understanding space weather and planetary formation. Read more about this breakthrough.
Indian DEX Detector Measures Cosmic Dust Bombardment
India's DEX instrument records interplanetary dust particles in Earth's upper atmosphere, providing crucial data for protecting satellites and planning deep-space missions to Moon and Mars.
Kuwait Dust Storm Alert: Winds Over 60 km/h, Visibility Drops
Kuwait faces a severe weather crisis with dust storms reducing visibility below 1000m, winds exceeding 60 km/h, and a frost warning as temps dip below 3°C. Stay safe with official guidelines.
Gurgaon Group Demands Action on 25 Dust Hotspots
Citizens' group Making Model Gurugram submits a 15-point dust control plan to MCG, identifying over 25 hotspots. MCG reveals a Rs 470-crore roadmap. Read how residents are fighting for clean air.
Mumbai's Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Poor' Levels
Mumbai's air quality worsens sharply, with AQI slipping to 'moderate' and 'poor' levels. Navi Mumbai's Nerul and Sanpada are worst hit. Experts blame winter conditions and construction dust. Stay informed and protect your health.
Delhi's Rs 98 Lakh Misting System to Fight Dust Pollution
Delhi's PWD plans an automatic misting system from Badarpur to Prahladpur to tackle dust. The Rs 98.13 lakh project is part of a larger Rs 23.3 crore plan for city hotspots.
Khyber Pass Dust Crisis Persists Into 2026
Despite demolitions in 2024, Khyber Pass near Delhi University remains a dust bowl, causing severe air pollution and resident anguish. Who is accountable for Delhi's lungs?
Stop Sneezing: How to Make Your Home Dust-Repellent
Is dust allergy ruining your 2026? Discover proven, actionable steps to reduce dust mites and allergens at home. Breathe easier with our complete guide to a cleaner, healthier living space.
Gurgaon dust protest enters second day, activist on fast
Activist Gauri Sarin's hunger strike against severe dust pollution in Gurgaon continues. Residents demand enforcement of basic mitigation measures on Golf Course Road and SPR. Read more.
The Rise of Bollywood's Action Queens
From Deepika Padukone to Katrina Kaif, Bollywood's leading ladies are mastering high-octane stunts, reshaping the action genre. Discover how they're breaking stereotypes and setting new benchmarks.
Rs 3.8 Crore Gold Dust Seized at Mumbai Airport
DRI officials at Mumbai airport seized 3.05 kg of 24-carat gold dust worth Rs 3.8 crore from a Bahrain arrival. Read the full details of the smuggling attempt.
Avoid storing these 7 things under your bed
Is your under-bed storage causing allergies and pest problems? Experts reveal 7 common items that attract dust, damage belongings, and disrupt sleep. Learn smart storage alternatives now.
Stop storing these 7 things under your bed now
Organising experts reveal why under-bed storage attracts dust, pests, and damage. Discover the 7 common items to keep elsewhere for a healthier home.
Skip Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru in Your 20s, Says Entrepreneur
White Dust founder Rohit Aryan sparks debate by urging youth to stay in hometowns for long-term fulfillment. Is moving to metros a flawed mindset for success?
Man caught smuggling gold dust worth Rs 2.5 crore in rectum
Mumbai AIU arrests man for smuggling 849 grams of gold dust from Bangkok. The gold, valued at Rs 2.5 crore, was concealed in capsules inside his body. Read the full investigation details.
NASA Camera Reveals Hidden Chaos of Moon Landing
NASA's SCALPSS cameras captured detailed images of lunar dust plumes during Firefly's Blue Ghost landing. This data is crucial for future Artemis missions. Explore the unseen moment.
MCD's 2026 Plan: 1,500 Delhi Roads for Dust Control
MCD submits a Rs 2,000 crore plan to repair 1,500 km of roads by 2026 to combat Delhi's severe dust pollution. South and Outer Delhi zones prioritized. Read details.
Gurgaon's Very Poor Air Spurs HSPCB Smog Gun Advisory
Gurgaon's air quality remains 'very poor' for second day. HSPCB directs 180+ housing societies to install smog guns & water sprinklers. Read the full advisory details.
BMC stops Bombay High Court work for pollution norms breach
BMC's H-East ward issues stop-work notice to Bombay High Court building site in Bandra for gross air pollution violations. Work suspended until compliance.
Polluted Air Increases Depression Risk in Older Adults: Study
A massive US study of 24 million seniors finds sulfate, carbon & dust in polluted air raise depression risk. Urgent calls for targeted pollution control to protect mental health.
Gurgaon Air Quality: Only 4 of 125 Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM
A CAQM inspection in Gurgaon found severe road dust and waste management failures by MCG, with only 4 out of 125 roads dust-free. Learn about the health risks and mandated actions.
CAQM finds high dust, waste dumping on 34 Gurgaon roads
CAQM's 'Operation Clean Air' found severe dust, waste dumping, and open burning on MCG-maintained roads in Gurgaon. The pollution watchdog has issued key recommendations for remediation.
NGT reprimands Noida Authority for daily pollution norm violations
The National Green Tribunal has pulled up Noida Authority for repeated pollution violations during construction. It noted a massive gap between imposed and recovered penalties. Read the full story.
NGT Directs UPPCB to Monitor Noida Authority Pollution
National Green Tribunal directs UPPCB to monitor Noida Authority for environmental violations, including dust pollution from damaged roads. Next hearing set for March 13, 2026.
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