J&K districts suspend VPN services over security
Authorities in several Jammu and Kashmir districts have ordered an immediate suspension of VPN services to prevent misuse by anti-social elements and maintain public order. Details inside.
Authorities in several Jammu and Kashmir districts have ordered an immediate suspension of VPN services to prevent misuse by anti-social elements and maintain public order. Details inside.
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 deteriorates sharply, with 20 monitoring stations recording severe AQI levels. CPCB data reveals a dangerous spike in pollution. Stay informed and take precautions.
Delhi's air quality plunges back to 'Very Poor' with AQI hitting 310. The Air Quality Early Warning System forecasts no relief for the next six days. Stay informed and take precautions.
India's first dedicated marine disaster response vessel, Samudra Pratap, is now operational. Learn how this ship will combat oil spills and protect our coastal ecosystem.
Delhi's air quality improves, leading to the revocation of strict GRAP-IV curbs. Find out which restrictions are lifted and what changes for schools, vehicles, and construction.
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.
Animal welfare activists in Chandigarh protest alleged violations of Supreme Court orders and ABC Rules by the Municipal Corporation. Details on the legal battle and claims of negligence inside.
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.
Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board reviews 'moderate to poor' air quality in Visakhapatnam. Key officials discuss PM levels, dust, and urgent action plans to curb pollution.
APPCB to install 62 new air monitoring stations across Andhra Pradesh, enhancing pollution mapping. Real-time AQI data will now cover more districts. #AirQuality #APNews
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.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
Mon district administration in Nagaland imposes immediate ban on drone flights near military areas due to security threats. Violators risk legal action and confiscation. Read the full order details.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Pune Municipal Corporation mandates real-time air pollution sensors & LED indicators at large construction sites within 15 days. Non-compliance risks stop-work orders and fines. Learn the new rules.
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
Delhi Pollution Control Committee mandates all eateries to switch to clean fuel tandoors. The ban, under the Air Act, aims to curb emissions as AQI remains poor. Read details.
All schools in Delhi-NCR are closed on December 16 & 17 due to severe air quality. The CAQM invoked Stage IV of GRAP. Check official orders and health advisories here.
Delhi government orders all schools to move students up to Class V to fully online mode due to severe air pollution. AQI nears 500, health alerts issued. Read for details and precautions.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation issues notice to UT Police for displaying unauthorized commercial ads on barricades, violating a 1954 order. The civic body seeks details and warns of fees, penalties, and GST.
Madurai police detain BJP state president & cadres after defying HC order, citing law & order. Over 1000 personnel deployed at Thiruparankundram hill. Read the full details.
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.
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.