Smoke in Guwahati-Bengaluru Express Coach, No Injuries
Heavy smoke reported from Guwahati-Bengaluru Express coach at Berhampur station. Quick action by railway staff prevented injuries and major delay. Read the full details.
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Delhi cracks down on 7,789 old polluting vehicles
Delhi authorities have seized 7,789 end-of-life vehicles since Oct 2025 for violating GRAP norms. Over 12 lakh challans issued for pollution violations. Read the full crackdown details.
Odisha to Use GPS Geofencing for Vehicle Pollution Checks
Odisha transport dept rolls out AI-powered geofencing for emission centres to ensure physical checks, stopping fake PUCCs. 42 centres already penalised. Read more.
Odisha delays PUCC enforcement again, new deadline March 31
Odisha govt extends deadline for mandatory Pollution Certificates to March 31. 'No PUCC, No Petrol' rule to be strictly enforced from April 1. Get your vehicle tested now to avoid fines.
Odisha's 'No PUCC, No Petrol' Rule Now From April 1
Odisha govt extends PUCC deadline to March 31. Strict 'No PUCC, No Petrol' enforcement starts April 1. Get your pollution certificate now to avoid fines up to Rs 20,000.
Pune's Hydrovert Energy aims to transform mobility with hydrogen
Pune-based Hydrovert Energy is developing hydrogen fuel cell powertrains to replace diesel & CNG engines in cargo vehicles. Born from PhD research, the startup is backed by NCL & MEDA. Read more.
AP Air Quality Panel Directs 11 Cities on Pollution Control
AP Air Quality Monitoring Committee chairman Kantilal Dande directs officials in 11 non-attainment cities to accelerate action under NCAP. Measures include strict PUC checks and road sweeping.
J&K's paperless bureaucracy saves 62,000 tonnes CO2
Jammu & Kashmir's shift to e-office has prevented 62,000+ tonnes of CO2 emissions, saved 405 million paper pages, and set a green governance model for India. Discover the full impact.
CAQM Chief on Delhi Air Quality: New 2026 Emission Study Planned
IAS officer Tarun Kumar Pithode outlines CAQM's progress on stubble burning, industries & vehicles. A new 2026-based emission inventory aims for better forecasts. Read the full interview.
Battery Swapping Expands to India's Electric Truck Sector
Battery swapping is entering India's heavy-duty freight, cutting EV truck costs by 50% and charging time to 5 mins. Discover how this tech aims to decarbonize transport and achieve price parity with diesel.
Mercedes to pay $149.6M in US emissions cheating case
Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG settle for $149.6 million over allegations of using illegal software to cheat emission tests in over 211,000 diesel vehicles. Read the full details.
10,000 Vehicles Fail Emission Tests Under Delhi's GRAP-4
Delhi's GRAP-4 enforcement sees over 2 lakh PUC certificates issued, but 10,000 vehicles fail. Experts call for stricter, mileage-based testing to combat air pollution.
Delhi PUC server overload causes long queues at fuel pumps
Delhi's PUC certificate issuance slowed down Friday due to server overload from high demand. Long queues formed at pollution check centres as enforcement of 'no PUC, no fuel' rule continues. Read more.
Delhi BS-6 Rule Enforced, 460 Vehicles Turned Away
Delhi's GRAP Stage IV rule barring non-Delhi, non-BS 6 vehicles caused major traffic chaos at 13 borders. 2,768 vehicles were checked, 460 sent back. Commuters fume over poor communication.
Delhi BS-VI Rules: How to Check Your Car & Avoid Fines
Delhi enforces strict BS-VI norms, banning older vehicles. Learn how to check your car's compliance, avoid Rs 20,000 fine, and understand Bharat Stage emission standards.
SC modifies order on old vehicles, allows action against polluters
Supreme Court modifies its order on old vehicles in Delhi-NCR, allowing action against those not meeting BS-IV norms. Court directs action on toll plazas and aid for construction workers amid severe air quality crisis.
How Beijing Tackled Air Pollution: A Guide for Delhi
China shares its detailed roadmap for combating severe air pollution, offering Delhi a potential model. Learn about the key strategies from vehicle control to industrial reform.
China Shares Beijing's Air Clean-Up Steps with Delhi
As Delhi battles severe pollution, the Chinese embassy outlines Beijing's successful strategy: shutting industries, odd-even rules, and vehicle control. Delhi responds with work-from-home and stricter PUC checks.
Delhi Bans BS3, BS4 Vehicles In NCR From Dec 18
Delhi government restricts BS3 and BS4 vehicles in NCR from December 18 to curb severe air pollution. Learn the key differences between BS4 and BS6 norms.
EU Eases 2035 Combustion Engine Ban, Calls It Pragmatic
EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne defends relaxing car emission targets as a pragmatic move amid industry challenges. The bloc's 2050 carbon neutrality goal remains unchanged. Full details inside.
Centre Launches Probe Into IndiGo Flight Cancellations
Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu vows strict action after IndiGo's operational crisis. Centre forms inquiry committee, focuses on restoring normalcy for passengers. Details inside.
ALPA India Slams DGCA's 'Selective' IndiGo Safety Relief
ALPA India strongly objects to DGCA granting IndiGo temporary relief from pilot duty rules, calling it a dangerous precedent that compromises safety amid mass cancellations.
Govt Puts New Pilot Duty Norms on Hold
The aviation ministry suspends new FDTL norms to ease IndiGo's massive flight cancellations. Normal operations expected by December 15. Full waiver offered for affected passengers.
IndiGo cancels 1000+ flights, operations resume after chaos
IndiGo cancelled over 1000 flights on Dec 5, causing major disruptions. Delhi Airport says operations are resuming. CEO apologises, normalcy expected by Dec 15. Minister cites crew mismanagement.
IndiGo Cancels All Flights at Hindon Terminal, Ghaziabad
IndiGo suspends all operations at Ghaziabad's Hindon civil terminal, disrupting 21 daily flights. Airline cites new crew duty rules. Other carriers unaffected. Details inside.
IndiGo Blamed for Airport Chaos, Over 1000 Flights Cancelled
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu holds IndiGo responsible for airport disruptions due to crew mismanagement under new FDTL norms. Over 1000 flights cancelled. Read for details.
SpiceJet adds 100 flights, supports probe into IndiGo chaos
SpiceJet Chairman Ajay Singh announces 100 extra flights to ease travel disruption caused by IndiGo's crew rostering crisis. He welcomes the government's committee to investigate the incident. Read more.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 1000+ Cancellations, DGCA Grants Exemption
India's aviation faces massive disruption as IndiGo cancels half its flights. DGCA softens new pilot fatigue norms, sparking safety concerns. Passengers stranded, fares soar. Details inside.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: MP Seeks Govt Help for Stranded Flyers
BJP MP Jagdambika Pal raises IndiGo's mass flight cancellations in Parliament, seeking govt intervention & alternatives for passengers, including MPs. Details inside.
UPSC Key: IndiGo FDTL Crisis, India-Russia Ties, Census Delay
Essential UPSC insights for Dec 5: IndiGo's flight chaos due to new pilot rules, Modi-Putin strategic talks, the critical delay of Census 2027, and the push for flex-fuel vehicles. Stay exam-ready.
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