Delhi govt bans idol immersion at public places including Yamuna river, asks people to immerse idols at home in buckets
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee in its notification said, “Idol Immersions shall not be allowed during the forthcoming Durga Puja in any public place including river Yamuna or any other Water Body/Public Place/Ponds, Ghats."
Oct 14, 2021, 11:53 AM IST
Noida's plan to check winter pollution: Older vehicles to be impounded, check details here
The Gautam Buddh Nagar district administration said that police will keep a strict vigil and "visibly polluting vehicles" will be impounded or issued fines.
Oct 10, 2021, 18:32 PM IST
8 hotspots marked in Noida, Greater Noida, strict action plan to check pollution in winters
The Gautam Buddh Nagar district administration said they have identified as many as eight key air pollution hot spots local authorities have been directed to ensure implementation of an action plan to check pollution during winters.
Oct 08, 2021, 21:42 PM IST
Six dead in Karnataka district after drinking contaminated water, administration on high alert
The district administration has stationed two ambulances in the village to shift patients quickly to hospitals.
Oct 04, 2021, 18:43 PM IST
Stubble Burning: Farmers happy with the use of bio-decomposer, claims Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Speaking on the problem of pollution in the areas of Delhi and NCR, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has claimed that he has found a solution to this problem, in view of which he has made available free Bio-Decomposer to the farmers. Kejriwal suggests that such arrangements should be made for the surrounding states so that the problem of pollution can be curbed.
Sep 13, 2021, 13:46 PM IST
Regular exercise even in polluted areas can lower risk of death: Study
Habitual exercise reduces the risk of death regardless of exposure to air pollution.
Aug 16, 2021, 16:12 PM IST
From plastic flags to cups: Check list of all single-use plastic items to be banned from THIS date
From candy sticks, plates, cups and cutlery, check out the list of all single-use plastic (SUP) items to be banned from next year.
Aug 14, 2021, 21:04 PM IST
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR show decreasing trend over last 4 years: Report
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT-D) have given an estimate which shows a decreasing trend in PM2.5 concentration over Delhi-NCR over the last four years.
Jul 31, 2021, 12:28 PM IST
Pollution in 8 cities rose at alarming rate from April 2020 to April 2021: Greenpeace report
According Greenpeace India, the level of Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) has increased in eight of the most populous Indian cities that were covered under their satellite observation for the study.
Jul 08, 2021, 15:28 PM IST
Prolonged exposure to PM 2.5 may lead to higher risk of COVID-19 infection: Study
People from, Delhi, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are more likely to contract COVID-19 due to prolonged exposure to high concentration of PM 2.5, according to a new study.
Jul 02, 2021, 16:44 PM IST
CO2 emissions at record high despite COVID-19 pandemic
The Carbon dioxide (CO2) in the Earth's atmosphere has again peaked last month, reaching historic levels, according to a new report.
Jun 09, 2021, 11:37 AM IST
Himalayas visible from UP's Saharanpur as pollution levels dip, see amazing pics
Previously the mountain range had remained hidden for decades due to pollution, but as the air pollution reduced following restricted activity because of COVID-19 guidelines, the beautiful scene has once again emerged for the residents to cherish.
May 21, 2021, 12:48 PM IST
15-year-old govt vehicles likely to go off road from 2022
According to the proposal, all vehicles belonging to the Central and State governments, Union Territories, local government institutions, PSUs, STUs, and other autonomous bodies with the Central and State governments, have been put under the ambit of this new proposed amendment to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (1989).
Mar 14, 2021, 09:07 AM IST
First CNG-powered Tractor launched in the country
The first CNG-powered tractor was launched in the country, Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari was also present on the occasion. CNG-powered tractors will reduce pollution and cost less than diesel.
Feb 13, 2021, 16:32 PM IST
Is your vehicle old and polluting environment? Be prepared to pay this tax in the near future
It is reportedly estimated that commercial vehicles, which constitute about 5% of the total vehicle fleet, contribute about 65-70% of total vehicular pollution. The older fleet, typically manufactured before the year 2000 constitute less than 1% of the total fleet but contributes around 15% of total vehicular pollution. These older vehicles pollute 10-25 times more than modern vehicles.
Jan 26, 2021, 18:59 PM IST
DNA: Will anyone talk about mask pollution?
This year 150 crore masks will be thrown into the sea.
Jan 01, 2021, 00:46 AM IST
DNA: Analysis of the world's first death from pollution
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released statistics on deaths from pollution. According to these figures, in the year 2019, 16 lakh deaths have occurred due to pollution in India. For more information, watch the video.
Dec 22, 2020, 22:48 PM IST
Video: Record breaking cold in Delhi
The cold in Delhi has broken the record of the last 17 years.
Nov 24, 2020, 08:08 AM IST
Video: Stubble burning led to spike in COVID-19 deaths in Delhi, says Health Minister
The minister told reporters here that the pollution due to stubble-burning created a big problem in Delhi. It caused problems in breathing and those who had COVID-19 inhaled the smoke, which aggravated the seriousness.
Nov 24, 2020, 08:00 AM IST
Delhi : Saturday onwards Rs 2000 fine for not wearing mask
From Saturday onwards Delhi police will impose Rs 2000 fine for not wearing mask.
Nov 21, 2020, 11:36 AM IST
