MCD reaffirms deadlines to flatten Okhla, Bhalswa & Ghazipur landfills by 2027. A third agency hired to speed up biomining as 133.5 lakh MT legacy waste remains. Read the latest progress report.
Mangaluru City Corporation may extend the deadline to clear 6.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Pachanady. The Rs 56 crore biomining project, delayed by rains and initial issues, aims to resolve a crisis stemming from a 2019 garbage slide tragedy. Read mor
Delhi Development Authority launches a Rs 1.1 crore bioremediation project to clean Bhalswa Lake, aiming to eliminate foul odour, reduce algae, and improve water quality for local residents. Bids due by Jan 2.
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.
National Green Tribunal criticises Gurgaon's delay in Bandhwari landfill tender, highlighting waste treatment gap and groundwater contamination risks. Next hearing set for March 2026.
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
Bombay High Court demands immediate measures to control foul odour from Kanjurmarg landfill, forms a monitoring committee within a week to protect citizens' health.
The massive Bhagtanwala landfill in Amritsar is on fire, releasing toxic smoke and causing a severe health hazard for residents. Authorities face criticism for inaction. Read more.
Madhya Pradesh High Court suspends order blocking disposal of 800 MT toxic ash from Union Carbide plant. Govt directed to complete process in two months. Key developments explained.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation plans to install compactors at 7 new sites to tackle overflowing garbage. The Rs 4 crore project aims to fix waste management woes. Read details.
MCD unveils a detailed 2026 plan to tackle Delhi's air pollution, targeting EV infrastructure, landfill clearance, and traffic decongestion. Union Minister Yadav demands visible air quality improvement within a week.
CAQM warns of slow progress in Haryana's municipal waste remediation, targeting Gurgaon, Faridabad & Sonipat. MCG must finalise Bandhwari landfill tenders by 2026 to curb toxic air. Read the full story.
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.
Delhi tackles severe air pollution. Authorities mandate industries to install monitoring devices and expedite control measures. Experts highlight key pollution sources.
Doctors across Delhi-NCR report a sharp rise in severe, pollution-linked ailments in children, from infants to teens. Read how toxic air is triggering surgeries, hospitalizations, and even lung attacks.
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.
Delhi traffic police at Kalindi Kunj face severe health crises from toxic air, with CT scans revealing black dots in lungs. A 2022 study confirms outdoor workers' plight. Read their struggle.
Delhi's sole dedicated pollution clinic at RML Hospital reports a surge in mental health, skin, and cardiac issues linked to toxic air. Doctors warn of a silent public health emergency.
The Central Government has admitted in Parliament that untreated wastewater is entering Chandigarh's N-Choe seasonal rivulet. Learn about the pollution sources and the city's sewage treatment challenges.
Environmental activists in Karnataka protest draft notification exempting landfills from environmental clearance. Learn how this impacts waste management and public health.
Chandigarh Administration plans residential, commercial facilities and school on 25 acres of reclaimed land from Dadumajra landfill site. Major urban development initiative underway.
A 5-year-old boy in Noida required surgery for pollution-linked breathing problems after moving to Delhi-NCR. Doctors report 30% rise in allergy cases due to worsening air quality.
Rahul Gandhi demands urgent action plan for Delhi's air pollution crisis, questions PM Modi's silence and claims powerful stakeholders benefit from pollution. Read more.
Bombay High Court forms 5-member committee to inspect Mumbai construction sites for air pollution compliance. Panel includes BMC, MPCB officials and civil society members. Read more about the court's action.
New study reveals alarming air pollution risks for pregnant women in India. Learn how to protect maternal and fetal health from toxic air quality.
Uttar Pradesh bans diesel autorickshaws in Noida, Ghaziabad to tackle severe air pollution. New regulations effective immediately across key NCR districts.
Delhi's air quality deteriorates to severe levels with AQI hitting 400. Learn about the health impacts and immediate measures needed to combat this toxic crisis.
Discover which pollution mask works best in Indian cities. Learn about N95, KN95 effectiveness, proper fit, and protection against PM2.5 particles for healthier breathing.
Discover the hidden symptoms of air pollution exposure in India. Learn to identify subtle health warnings and protect yourself from toxic air quality.
MCD greenlights four new waste processing plants in Delhi, aiming to clear Bhalswa, Ghazipur, and Okhla landfill sites by 2027. A major step towards cleaner air and sustainable waste management.