Mining Areas Show High Lung Damage in Residents, Miners
New data reveals severe lung impairment & heavy-metal exposure in communities near India's mines. Experts warn of insufficient environmental safeguards. Read more.
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NGT stops Baner construction for dust, noise pollution violations
NGT's Pune bench halts a Baner residential project after MPCB finds dust, noise, and waste norm violations. Builder ordered to implement measures. Final hearing in 2026.
Goa's Severe Air Pollution Puts Children's Health at Risk
Paediatricians in Goa raise alarm as severe air pollution from construction in Panaji and Porvorim triggers asthma and chronic respiratory issues in children, with long-term health consequences.
Jaipur: Tilted Building in Malviya Nagar Evacuates Residents
Panic in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar as an under-construction 5-storey hotel tilts dangerously. Cracks appear after illegal basement digging. Authorities evacuate area. Read the full report.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches Anti-Dust Campaign, Allocates Funds
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta personally cleaned Ring Road, announcing intensified measures & Rs 10 crore per MLA for dust-resistant roads to combat pollution. Read about the govt's action plan.
Delhi Govt Starts City-Wide Cleanliness Drive
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta kicks off a major city-wide cleanliness drive, focusing on waste management and dust control to improve air quality and public health. Read more.
Jewar Building Collapse: Rs 1.3 Lakh Aid for 4 Families
Families of four unregistered construction workers who died in the Jewar building collapse received Rs 1.3 lakh each. Officials state registered workers would have been eligible for Rs 5 lakh. Read the full report.
Delhi CM Orders DMRC for Strict Dust Control at Construction Sites
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
Blue Origin's AI Turns Moon Dust into Power Source
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin unveils an AI-designed lunar device that converts moon dust into energy, solving the critical power challenge of the two-week lunar night. Discover how this innovation works.
NASA Rover Confirms Electric Sparks in Martian Dust Devils
NASA's Perseverance rover has recorded 55 electric spark events on Mars, confirming a long-held scientific theory. This discovery could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's atmosphere and climate. Read the full details here.
Goa Ministers Act on Porvorim Corridor Dust Pollution
Goa ministers demand action from contractor over severe dust pollution from Porvorim elevated corridor. Air quality in Panaji now equals smoking 3.2 cigarettes daily. Read about the health crisis and official response.
Ahmedabad AQI Crisis: AMC Blamed for Pollution
Ahmedabad's air quality remains hazardous as Opposition Leader Shehzad Khan Pathan accuses AMC of negligence in dust control across major civic projects. Read the full report.
Dust pollution spikes respiratory cases in Panaji, Porvorim
Doctors in Goa report a sharp rise in asthma and allergy cases due to severe dust pollution in Panaji and Porvorim. Experts urge N95 mask use and immediate preventive action to curb health risks.
Delhi MCD Clears Key Anti-Pollution Measures
Delhi's Municipal Corporation approves urgent measures to tackle pollution, focusing on road repairs to curb dust. Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh mandates immediate implementation. Read for details.
CEPT & Tvasta Partner for 3D Concrete Printing Workshop
CEPT University partners with Tvasta to establish a cutting-edge 3D concrete printing workshop in Ahmedabad, aiming to revolutionize India's construction industry through research and innovation. Discover the future of building.
Goa Air Pollution Hits Extreme Levels, Doctors Warn
Panaji's air pollution is now 18 times above WHO safe limits, causing severe health issues. Residents face respiratory crises as construction dust chokes Goa. Read more.
BMC Sends Notices to Major Infra Projects Over Dust Norms
Mumbai's BMC issues notices to bullet train & coastal road projects for flouting dust rules. Only 38% of city's sites have mandatory AQI sensors installed. Details inside.
MP Construction Workers Board Launches Social Media Platforms
Madhya Pradesh Construction Workers Board launches dedicated social media platforms on Facebook and WhatsApp to provide easy access to welfare scheme updates and services for over 1.5 million registered workers.
Mumbai labourer dies in Vikhroli building fall
37-year-old labourer Udayraj died after falling from second floor of under-construction building in Vikhroli. Contractor Ganesh Danawale booked for negligence. Read full details.
AI Data Centers Offer Six-Figure Salaries to Workers
The AI investment boom is creating massive demand for data center construction workers, with salaries reaching $200,000+ and unprecedented job security in the skilled trades sector.
Adampur Road Work Delay Triggers Asthma Health Crisis
Administrative neglect in Hisar's Adampur causes asthma surge as incomplete road and sewer projects create dust pollution, forcing residents to relocate. MLA demands immediate action.
NASA finds 'mini-lightning' on Mars in historic discovery
NASA's Perseverance rover records first evidence of electrical discharges during Martian dust storms. Scientists confirm tiny sparks that could impact future missions.
Delhi gets 14 new mechanical road sweepers to fight dust
MCD deploys 14 new mechanical road sweepers in Delhi under NCAP to combat dust pollution. Fleet to expand to 70, targeting major roads and pollution hotspots for cleaner air.
Win the War Against Home Dust: 7 Simple Habits
Tired of endless dusting? Discover 7 powerful, no-cost daily routines to reduce dust, improve air quality, and create a healthier home environment without expensive purifiers.
Delhi CM orders daily dust pollution control reports
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs officials to combat dust pollution with daily ground reports and before-after photos. Funds assured for cleaning equipment. Read more.
Worker Dies in Hyderabad Hospital Lift Collapse
A 24-year-old construction worker died and four others injured when a temporary lift collapsed at ESIC Hospital in Hyderabad. Overloading cited as cause. Read full details.
Delhi MCD Buys 14 Road Sweepers Against Dust Pollution
MCD approves purchase of 14 mechanical road sweeping machines as Delhi's AQI hits 392. Winter action plan and GRAP measures detailed. Read more about Delhi's pollution fight.
PCMC acts against 30 polluting RMC plants
PCMC launches immediate inspections and potential closure of 30 non-compliant RMC plants following MPCB pollution violations. Clean air initiative targets dust and emission control systems.
2 Dead in Mumbai Byculla Construction Site Accident
Tragic construction accident in Mumbai's Byculla area leaves 2 dead and multiple injured. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the collapse.
Mumbai worker dies at construction site
A 30-year-old truck helper died after an iron rod fell from the 7th floor at an Andheri construction site. Police confirm safety norms were violated. Read the full investigation.
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