Delhi's Air Crisis: Beyond Lockdowns & Failed Plans
Government data reveals even Covid lockdowns couldn't clean Delhi's air. The solution lies in prediction, airshed-wide action, and public participation. Can Delhi move from reaction to resolve?
Government data reveals even Covid lockdowns couldn't clean Delhi's air. The solution lies in prediction, airshed-wide action, and public participation. Can Delhi move from reaction to resolve?
A high-level committee has flagged Chandigarh's worsening air pollution, demanding an immediate action plan. Learn about the key findings and the urgent measures ordered.
Gurgaon launches a massive action plan against air pollution, featuring road revamps, new monitoring systems, and strict dust control. Discover how the city aims to clean its air.
Resident groups and political parties demand urgent steps to curb Delhi's toxic air, including shutting waste-to-energy plants and stricter GRAP enforcement. Read more.
GMDA and MCG have launched a major enforcement drive on MG Road, Gurgaon, removing illegal encroachments to restore footpaths and cycle tracks. The action aims to make the arterial road safer for pedestrians.
Reliance Jio introduces a new long-term prepaid plan at ₹3,099 with 365-day validity, unlimited 5G data, and calling. Get all details on benefits and competition here.
MCG submits a detailed plan to Union govt targeting dust, vehicular pollution & waste. Includes 722km road revamp, 800 new buses & EV charging points by 2026-28. Will it bring real relief?
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Noida Authority rolls out a strict pollution-control plan targeting vehicles, industries, and eateries. Key actions include an EV fleet transition, ban on coal tandoors, and WFH advisories for IT firms.
Gurgaon MCG cancels a former councillor's building plan approval for concealing a property dispute. The plan, approved via HOBPAS, was revoked after a complaint. Details inside.
AAP leaders, including Saurabh Bharadwaj, detained after protesting Delhi's air pollution. They allege AQI data manipulation and demand action from BJP government. Details inside.
Noida's air quality remains in the 'severe' category for the third day, with AQI at 437. Residents resort to rooftop water sprinkling as PM2.5 levels hit the maximum limit. Read for details and expert analysis.
Gurgaon's civic body initiates construction of two model roads in Sectors 32 and 39, featuring cycle tracks and improved drainage. Aim is to complete before next monsoon. Read details.
Hassan police mandate traders to collect seller IDs to combat rising coffee theft. Legal action warned for non-compliance. Planters demand more night patrols.
Residents of Gurgaon's Ardee City accuse MCG of missing deadlines on internal road recarpeting, causing disruption and safety risks for over two months. Read about their complaints and official response.
Karnataka's crucial project to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains grounded despite approval. Delays in fund release and staffing stall the fight against drug-resistant infections. Read why this public health threat is growing.
Gurgaon's MCG initiates a comprehensive baseline survey of sectors 1-57 to create a geo-referenced database for roads, sewage, water supply & more. Aim: plug service gaps.
Haryana ULB department initiates major penalty proceedings against 7 MCG senior officers for executing waste-management projects at Bandhwari without administrative approval. Details inside.
Mitchell Starc joins an elite club with his 350th Test wicket, but Joe Root's unbeaten century gives England hope. A gripping day of Ashes cricket under lights at the MCG.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces installation of 305 anti-smog mist sprayers at nine critical pollution hotspots to combat toxic air. A key step in the city's winter action plan.
Wicketkeeper Alex Carey took a spectacular running catch to dismiss England's Gus Atkinson in the 4th Test at the MCG, despite a mid-air collision with Marnus Labuschagne. Watch the video.
A Chandigarh real estate firm introduces a revolutionary 1 rupee booking plan for its luxury project. Discover how this scheme makes homeownership more accessible.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta rolls out expanded Winter Action Plan with 326 shelters, targeting homeless, schoolchildren & patients. Plan active until March 15.
Gurgaon's civic body, MCG, has initiated a fresh six-month contract for door-to-door waste collection starting Jan 2026, costing over Rs 12 Cr. This marks over 18 months of temporary fixes as a long-term solution remains delayed. Residents express frustra
Gurgaon MCG launches a strict drive against stray cattle on roads. Dairy operators face FIRs and fines. Mayor warns of public safety threat. Residents cite delayed MCG action.
MCG fines a Gurgaon commercial unit ₹25,000 for dumping untreated oily waste into sewers, causing repeated blockages. Officials used a super suction machine to clear the line. Residents demand stricter enforcement.
MCG exhausted 33% of its sanitation budget by Oct 31, yet garbage piles plague Gurgaon. Residents demand answers as spending soars and results remain invisible. Read the full report.
US Department of Education finalises changes to income-driven repayment plans, removing hardship requirement. Millions may see reduced bills from July 2026. Explore your options now.
Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
The Supreme Court demands a permanent, year-round solution to Delhi's air pollution, criticising the government's last-minute winter actions. Read the full directive for a cleaner capital.