India Expands Emission Rules to 4 More Sectors
India adds petroleum refinery, petrochemicals, textiles and secondary aluminium to emission reduction regime. 208 industrial units must cut emissions by 2026-27 or face penalties.
India adds petroleum refinery, petrochemicals, textiles and secondary aluminium to emission reduction regime. 208 industrial units must cut emissions by 2026-27 or face penalties.
The Centre has notified legally binding emission reduction targets for 208 industries in petroleum, petrochemical, textile, and secondary aluminium sectors, bringing them under India's carbon market.
Delhi Police restricts vehicular movement in Central and New Delhi areas for Republic Day parade rehearsals from January 19 to 21. Alternative routes provided.
CAQM recommends expanding Delhi Metro to 20-30 lines and 450-500 stations, citing Beijing's 900 km network as a model to reduce vehicular pollution and boost public transport.
An IIT professor clarifies that cloud seeding is not a viable solution for Delhi's severe air pollution, urging focus on proven measures like emission control and green initiatives.
Delhi government approves framework to monetize carbon credits from green projects. Policy aims to sell credits internationally, but implementation details remain unclear.
Delhi prohibits non-BS VI vehicles from outside, highlighting Bharat Stage norms. Learn how BS VI cuts emissions and why this matters for UPSC exams on environment and polity.
A new CAQM report reveals just 10% of Delhi's 66 lakh end-of-life vehicles remain operational. Officials cite out-of-state sales and scrapping as key reasons for the sharp decline.
A special sub-inspector died in a crash at Sanjeevi Nagar junction in Trichy. Residents renew calls for a vehicular underpass to improve safety at this accident-prone spot.
Delhi's Municipal Corporation will equip crematoriums with scrubbers and filters to reduce harmful emissions, aiming for 70-90% PM reduction as part of the city's air quality strategy.
JNU's Prof Sangeeta Bansal advocates for region-specific emission taxes in India's pollution-choked Indo-Gangetic Plains. Her policy aims to incentivize cleaner tech and relocate industries, citing major health benefits.
After a TOI report highlighted Nagpur's poor air quality, the MPCB has issued guidelines for citizens and authorities. Collective action on vehicles, waste, and dust is key to rapid improvement.
Chandigarh's electric vehicle push yields massive results: EV registrations skyrocket 16 times from 2021 to 2025, slashing cumulative CO2 emissions by 150 kt. Discover how policy and solar power fuel this green revolution.
India's construction equipment industry faced a 7% volume decline in 2025. Key factors include prolonged monsoons and the shift to Stage V norms. Discover the market leaders and the 2026 recovery outlook.
Two men in Pathanamthitta planned a scooter accident to injure a woman and pose as her saviour. Police uncovered the plot and added attempted murder charges. Read the shocking details.
Jashanpreet Singh, the Indian-origin truck driver, appeared in a US court for a 2025 pile-up that killed three. His hearing was delayed due to a translator request. Read the full details.
The Supreme Court, admitting 20 years of failure, orders CAQM to identify major pollution sources and create a phased action plan within two weeks. Read the full story.
Orissa High Court demands state govt's affidavit on controversial fuel denial rule for vehicles without PUCC. Hearing in 3 weeks. Read the full legal challenge details.
Heavy smoke reported from Guwahati-Bengaluru Express coach at Berhampur station. Quick action by railway staff prevented injuries and major delay. Read the full details.
Dehradun entered the New Year with severe air pollution, AQI consistently above 300. Scientists blame tourist surge & nighttime vehicular emissions. Experts warn of a Delhi-like pattern. Read more.
Delhi authorities have seized 7,789 end-of-life vehicles since Oct 2025 for violating GRAP norms. Over 12 lakh challans issued for pollution violations. Read the full crackdown details.
Hyderabad's air quality worsens sharply this winter, with PM2.5 levels hitting 176, 35 times above WHO limits. Experts blame cold wave and traffic. Residents report health issues. Read more.
Odisha transport dept rolls out AI-powered geofencing for emission centres to ensure physical checks, stopping fake PUCCs. 42 centres already penalised. Read more.
Despite curbs and fewer farm fires, Delhi-NCR's AQI remained 'Very Poor' & 'Severe' this winter. Experts call for a year-round, multi-sectoral approach to meet 2026 clean air targets. Read more.
Delhi government orders app-based aggregators to restart ride-sharing services within a month and develop a carpooling framework to combat air pollution and congestion. Details inside.
Odisha govt extends deadline for mandatory Pollution Certificates to March 31. 'No PUCC, No Petrol' rule to be strictly enforced from April 1. Get your vehicle tested now to avoid fines.
Odisha govt extends PUCC deadline to March 31. Strict 'No PUCC, No Petrol' enforcement starts April 1. Get your pollution certificate now to avoid fines up to Rs 20,000.
The addition of two lanes to Nashik's Rane Nagar underpass on the Mumbai-Agra highway faces a one-month delay. NHAI officials aim for a January end completion to ease traffic snarls.
Pune-based Hydrovert Energy is developing hydrogen fuel cell powertrains to replace diesel & CNG engines in cargo vehicles. Born from PhD research, the startup is backed by NCL & MEDA. Read more.
AAP stages protest at Ghazipur toll plaza, demanding immediate closure to reduce vehicular emissions and traffic. Delhi Mayor responds to Supreme Court order. Read the full story.