Man caught smuggling gold dust worth Rs 2.5 crore in rectum
Mumbai AIU arrests man for smuggling 849 grams of gold dust from Bangkok. The gold, valued at Rs 2.5 crore, was concealed in capsules inside his body. Read the full investigation details.
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NASA Camera Reveals Hidden Chaos of Moon Landing
NASA's SCALPSS cameras captured detailed images of lunar dust plumes during Firefly's Blue Ghost landing. This data is crucial for future Artemis missions. Explore the unseen moment.
MCD's 2026 Plan: 1,500 Delhi Roads for Dust Control
MCD submits a Rs 2,000 crore plan to repair 1,500 km of roads by 2026 to combat Delhi's severe dust pollution. South and Outer Delhi zones prioritized. Read details.
Gurgaon's Very Poor Air Spurs HSPCB Smog Gun Advisory
Gurgaon's air quality remains 'very poor' for second day. HSPCB directs 180+ housing societies to install smog guns & water sprinklers. Read the full advisory details.
BMC stops Bombay High Court work for pollution norms breach
BMC's H-East ward issues stop-work notice to Bombay High Court building site in Bandra for gross air pollution violations. Work suspended until compliance.
Polluted Air Increases Depression Risk in Older Adults: Study
A massive US study of 24 million seniors finds sulfate, carbon & dust in polluted air raise depression risk. Urgent calls for targeted pollution control to protect mental health.
Gurgaon Air Quality: Only 4 of 125 Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM
A CAQM inspection in Gurgaon found severe road dust and waste management failures by MCG, with only 4 out of 125 roads dust-free. Learn about the health risks and mandated actions.
UK-Germany Sign £52M Deal for Advanced Mobile Artillery
The UK and Germany have inked a landmark £52 million agreement to jointly develop next-generation mobile artillery systems, enhancing NATO's long-range firepower. Read the full details of this strategic defence partnership.
Delhi AQI at 391, Very Poor Air Quality Continues
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.
CAQM finds high dust, waste dumping on 34 Gurgaon roads
CAQM's 'Operation Clean Air' found severe dust, waste dumping, and open burning on MCG-maintained roads in Gurgaon. The pollution watchdog has issued key recommendations for remediation.
NGT reprimands Noida Authority for daily pollution norm violations
The National Green Tribunal has pulled up Noida Authority for repeated pollution violations during construction. It noted a massive gap between imposed and recovered penalties. Read the full story.
NGT Directs UPPCB to Monitor Noida Authority Pollution
National Green Tribunal directs UPPCB to monitor Noida Authority for environmental violations, including dust pollution from damaged roads. Next hearing set for March 13, 2026.
Samudra Pratap: India's New Marine Disaster Response Vessel
India's first dedicated marine disaster response vessel, Samudra Pratap, is now operational. Learn how this ship will combat oil spills and protect our coastal ecosystem.
Bombay HC Orders BMC Daily Surprise Checks for Pollution
Bombay High Court criticizes BMC's failure to curb Mumbai's air pollution, mandates daily surprise inspections at construction sites from Dec 29. Details on new directives.
Gurgaon's Dust Pollution Soars Despite Govt Directives
Gurgaon's roads remain dust bowls as authorities fail to act on Union Minister's order. Key areas like MG Road, Sector 29 see no improvement. Read how pollution chokes the city.
Gurgaon's Dust Haze: Unchecked Construction Chokes City
A TOI survey reveals Gurgaon's air quality crisis as exposed soil and construction dust blanket MG Road, Sector 29, and other areas. Read how the city is failing pollution control directives.
Gurgaon MCG fines Rs 14.10 lakh for GRAP violations
Gurgaon MCG imposes Rs 14.10 lakh fines on 274 violators under GRAP Stage IV. Actions target garbage burning, construction breaches, and dust control to combat very poor air quality.
Gurugram fines Rs 14.10 lakh on 274 GRAP violators
Gurugram's civic body imposed heavy fines for pollution violations under GRAP-4. 274 violators penalized Rs 14.10 lakh, while traffic police issued 1081 challans. Details inside.
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy stays after GRAP-IV
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.
UP Girl's Innovation Wins PM Bal Puraskar
17-year-old Pooja Pal from Barabanki village creates a dust-free wheat thresher, earning the PM's Bal Puraskar. Her journey from a hut to national recognition inspires millions.
UP Teen's Dust-Free Thresher Wins PM Bal Puraskar
Pooja Pal, a 17-year-old from Barabanki, wins the PM Bal Puraskar for her innovative dust-free wheat thresher. Discover her inspiring journey from a thatched hut to national recognition.
Manesar MC Takes Action to Control Air Pollution
Manesar Municipal Commissioner directs officials to implement urgent measures to combat pollution. Key steps include water sprinkling, waste management, and strict enforcement of construction norms.
Bhopal's Awadhpuri road project stalls, angers residents
Bhopal's Awadhpuri road construction project, meant to improve connectivity, has become a civic nightmare. Delayed work causes severe dust pollution, health hazards, and accident risks. Residents escalate complaints to CM helpline.
MCD's 2-Year, Rs 2000 Cr Plan to Fix Delhi's Internal Roads
MCD submits a phased plan to redevelop 1503 km of Delhi's narrow roads by 2027 to curb dust pollution. Execution hinges on state fund approval. Details inside.
Israeli Arms Firms See Record Revenues in 2024
Israeli defence companies report record revenues in 2024, driven by a surge in global military exports. Explore the key players and geopolitical factors behind this boom.
Rohini MLA Launches Action Cell to Fight Dust Pollution
Rohini MLA Vijender Gupta announces a Dust Action Cell and weekly joint inspections to tackle severe dust pollution in North West Delhi. The move follows an Indian Express report highlighting ongoing issues.
Madurai sees surge in wheezing cases due to dust, poor air quality
Madurai faces a sharp rise in respiratory illnesses this winter. Doctors blame dust from roads & construction, with AQI above 100. Learn causes, resident struggles, and expert advice.
Delhi's ₹5 Lakh Fine for Road-Cutting Dust Violations
Delhi govt introduces strict SOP for road-cutting to control dust pollution. Mandatory dust barriers, water sprinkling & penalties up to ₹5 lakh for violations. Read the full guidelines.
Gurgaon Pollution: Rs 2.8 Crore Fine on Violators
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.
MPCB inspects Baner site post NGT order on pollution control
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.
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