Mumbai AQI Crisis: Air Quality Plummets to 'Poor' Levels
Mumbai faces alarming pollution surge as AQI hits 'Poor' category. Discover the causes behind the toxic haze and expert insights on health risks and solutions.
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Punjab Air Quality Plummets to Poor Levels
Punjab faces severe air pollution crisis with AQI hitting 'poor' category as post-harvest farm fires and Diwali crackers create toxic cocktail in atmosphere. Health alerts issued across major cities.
Delhi Pollution: Beyond the Firecracker Blame Game
As Delhi chokes on toxic air, the focus on firecrackers misses the larger picture. This editorial examines why seasonal blame games won't solve India's capital's perennial pollution problem and what real solutions require.
Gurdaspur deploys officials to stop stubble burning
Gurdaspur district administration takes proactive measures against crop residue burning, deploying officials for field surveillance and promoting sustainable alternatives to combat air pollution.
India's Pollution Crisis: Alarming Levels Revealed
As India grapples with worsening air quality, new data reveals the staggering scale of environmental pollution affecting millions. Discover the shocking truth about pollution levels and their devastating impact on public health.
150-Year-Old Banyan Tree Brutally Chopped in Punjab
A majestic 150-year-old banyan tree in Jalandhar's Rama Mandi area faces brutal destruction despite legal protection, sparking community outrage and environmental concerns.
Punjab Govt Accused of Forcing Farmers to Burn Stubble
Explosive allegations reveal Punjab government's alleged coercion of farmers into stubble burning practices, creating environmental crisis while blaming agricultural community.
Jind, Dharuhera Top India's Most Polluted Cities List
Haryana faces severe air quality crisis as Jind and Dharuhera emerge as India's most polluted cities after Diwali celebrations, with AQI levels reaching hazardous heights.
HC rejects divorce plea: Wife not 'obedient maid'
In a landmark judgment, Karnataka High Court dismisses divorce appeal, stating husband cannot expect wife to be 'obedient maid' while upholding marriage sanctity and gender equality.
Nobel Prize Honors Carbon Capture Breakthrough
The prestigious Nobel Prize has turned its attention to carbon capture technology, signaling a major shift in climate change solutions. Discover how this recognition could accelerate India's clean energy transition and global climate efforts.
Jamshedpur Diwali: 2-hour firecracker rule ignored
Jamshedpur residents flout 2-hour Diwali firecracker restrictions as air quality plunges to hazardous levels. Authorities helpless as celebrations turn into pollution nightmare.
SC to examine green cracker compliance in Delhi-NCR
Supreme Court to review compliance with green cracker directives in Delhi-NCR after 3 weeks as air quality concerns mount. Get the latest updates on pollution control measures.
Chandigarh HC Orders Action Against Mandi Mess Officials
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered Chandigarh administration to reveal disciplinary measures taken against officers responsible for sanitation failures at Sector 26 grain market, raising questions about environmental governance.
Punjab's Air Quality Plummets After Diwali Celebrations
Punjab faces severe air quality deterioration after Diwali celebrations, with multiple cities recording 'Poor' to 'Very Poor' AQI levels despite official restrictions on firecrackers.
Celebs React to Delhi's Severe Pollution Post-Diwali
As Delhi's AQI turns severe after Diwali celebrations, celebrities like Mini Mathur and Vaani Kapoor break their silence on the pollution crisis, urging for more eco-friendly practices.
Microplastic Menace: The Invisible Threat
New research reveals how microplastics are silently infiltrating our ecosystems, food chains, and even our bodies - discover the alarming truth about this environmental crisis.
India's Elephant Conservation: UPSC Insights & Strategies
Explore India's comprehensive elephant conservation framework, Chandrayaan-2's indigenous technology breakthroughs, and crucial UPSC preparation insights connecting environmental governance with current affairs.
Kolkata Police Seize Banned Firecrackers Worth ₹1.5L Before Diwali
Kolkata police seize banned firecrackers worth ₹1.5 lakh ahead of Diwali celebrations. Special teams conduct raids across the city to combat air pollution and enforce Supreme Court guidelines.
Bengaluru's Deepavali Air Quality: Mixed Results Emerge
Post-Deepavali air quality in Bengaluru presents alarming pollution levels in some areas while showing improvement in others. Latest CPCB data reveals the city's environmental divide.
Delhi's worst post-Diwali air in 3 years
Despite government-promoted green crackers, Delhi recorded its worst post-Diwali air quality in three years, with AQI reaching 'severe' levels and PM2.5 concentrations 30 times above WHO limits.
Delhi's Air Crisis: Minister Blames Diwali Firecracker Violations
As Delhi's AQI turns 'severe' post-Diwali celebrations, Minister Ashish Sood points to public non-compliance with Supreme Court firecracker regulations. Discover the environmental impact and official response.
PMO intervenes in NITI Aayog's CRZ relaxation controversy
The Prime Minister's Office steps in amid growing controversy over NITI Aayog's proposal to dilute CRZ norms, facing strong opposition from environmental groups and state governments concerned about ecological damage.
Toxic Heavy Metals Found in Firecrackers: Health Risk
Shocking study reveals alarming levels of toxic heavy metals in popular firecrackers, posing serious health risks during festive celebrations across India.
Telangana HC slams govt, quashes 17 land deeds
In a landmark judgment, Telangana High Court exposes blatant violations in land acquisition cases, protecting property rights of citizens against arbitrary government actions.
Earth Nearing Irreversible Climate Tipping Points
New scientific report reveals Earth's climate system is dangerously close to irreversible tipping points that could trigger catastrophic domino effects worldwide.
Delhi Chokes as Post-Diwali Pollution Hits Severe Levels
A stark contrast emerges between India's capital and IT hub as post-Diwali pollution chokes Delhi with hazardous air quality, while Bengaluru residents wake up to relatively clearer skies. Discover the alarming difference and what experts say about this g
Punjab's Diwali Farm Fires: 45 Incidents Reported
Punjab recorded 45 fresh farm fire incidents on Diwali day, with Tarn Taran emerging as the worst-affected district. While overall numbers show improvement, the persistent stubble burning raises serious environmental and health concerns across North India
Delhi AQI Turns Severe Post-Diwali Despite Curbs
The national capital witnessed a dramatic deterioration in air quality post-Diwali celebrations, with AQI crossing 500 in multiple areas despite government restrictions on firecrackers.
COP30: Global Apathy Threatens Climate Summit
As enthusiasm wanes for next month's crucial COP30 climate conference, experts warn this may be humanity's final opportunity to secure meaningful global action against climate catastrophe.
India's Air Pollution: The Invisible Killer We Ignore
As toxic air continues to choke Indian cities, a satirical cartoon raises crucial questions about our collective indifference to this public health emergency.
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