Winds Improve Air Quality in Patna, Lucknow, Varanasi
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.
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.
Gumla district administration launches 'Board Exam Vijay Abhiyan' with a control room & nodal officers for monitoring. Focus on weak students, remedial classes, and strict action against non-performers to improve JAC results.
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.
As Dehradun's air quality index hovers near 300, residents demand more monitoring stations, arguing the sole station at Doon University doesn't reflect city centre reality. Experts warn of severe pollution.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation held a crucial meeting with GPCB, CREDAI, and rights panel to combat debris dumping and sewage pollution in the Vishwamitri river. Water quality shows improvement.
Ludhiana's air quality has been better in late 2025 compared to 2024, with fewer 'poor' days. Officials cite reduced stubble burning and pollution checks. Read the full analysis of the AQI data.
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.
Pune marriage halls must now get a no-objection certificate from MPCB for annual PMC approval renewal. 272 venues face action for violating norms. Details inside.
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.
Bhiwadi's air quality index reaches 353, 'very poor' category. Over 1000 patients daily seek treatment for pollution-related ailments. Authorities enforce GRAP-IV restrictions and fines.
Official data shows an unexplained drop in pollution in Panchkula's rivers despite sewage inflow. Experts call it 'scientifically implausible' and demand an independent audit.
Visakhapatnam's air quality deteriorates to 'poor' levels with AQI between 220-280. PM2.5 pollution spikes, causing health issues. Experts blame weather inversion and pollution. Read more.
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.
Gurgaon sees minimal pollution curbs despite NCR crisis. Experts question data reliability and call for proactive action. Read the full analysis here.
Ludhiana's Public Action Committee escalates its fight against toxic air pollution, filing a formal complaint over illegal garbage dumping and burning. The group accuses officials of inaction, violating environmental laws and endangering public health. Re
Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad releases detailed schedule for 2026 intermediate practical exams. Check district-wise dates, guidelines, and internal assessment procedures here.
Nagpur's Hingna industrial estate faces severe air, water, and noise pollution from RMC plants, threatening worker health and productivity. Industry body demands urgent government action. Read the full report.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Enforcement Directorate attaches Rs 79.9 crore properties of Zira distillery owner in money-laundering case linked to severe groundwater pollution. Villagers protest for permanent shutdown.