air pollution news

Ludhiana climbs to 18th spot in National Air Quality survey

With a noteworthy 75% improvement in AQI, the city is set to receive ₹23 crore by the end of this month. (HT Photo)

Published on Sep 11, 2025 04:32 AM IST

Residents urge CAQM to bring small construction sites under GRAP as dust, demolition choke colonies

. The group said small houses are being demolished without dust barriers or safeguards, turning residential lanes into “dust bowls.”

gurugram news

Published on Sep 10, 2025 04:14 AM IST

Pulmonologist names three spices to strengthen lung health naturally

Pulmonary health can be supported by eating certain kitchen spices.

health

Updated on Sep 09, 2025 02:43 PM IST

Delhi govt seeks CSR support to tackle Yamuna, waste hills, and air pollution

Delhi Jal Board pitched CSR funding for sewage treatment plants and drain adoption, while the govt sought a dedicated CSR corpus to tackle pollution and waste. (HT Archive)

delhi news

Updated on Sep 09, 2025 06:11 AM IST

PM2.5 levels in Lucknow exceed WHO norms by up to 12 times: Report

The report stated that if Lucknow had met the National Ambient Quality Standards set by CPCB, residents could have lived three years more. (FOR REPRESENTATION)

lucknow news

Published on Sep 07, 2025 03:26 AM IST

PMC urges citizens to use local crematoriums to ease load on Vaikunth Smashan Bhoomi

Vaikunth, the city’s oldest crematorium, had been upgraded a couple of years ago on the recommendations of the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI). (HT FILE)

pune news

Published on Sep 02, 2025 04:30 AM IST

Cardiologist says air pollution literally hardens your arteries: Breathing in...

Air pollution exposure can harm cardiovascular health. Find out how. (Freepik)

health

Published on Aug 31, 2025 08:42 AM IST

High particulate matter reducing Delhi life expectancy by 8.2 years: Report

The study said that the loss could be mitigated by adhering to the World Health Organization’s (WHO’s) standard of 5 micrograms per cubic metre. (Representative photo/HT Archive)

delhi news

Published on Aug 29, 2025 03:06 AM IST

Move schools away from roads, electrify buses to save kids from poor air: Experts

A panel of experts at the ICTS 2025 during a roundtable discussion on how to make areas outside schools more pedestrian-friendly. (HT Photo)

delhi news

Published on Aug 27, 2025 05:36 AM IST

Consider more inclusive policy for auto LPG: IAC to Karnataka Transport Secretary

bengaluru news

Published on Aug 25, 2025 05:22 PM IST

HC refuses more time to bakeries to switch to cleaner fuels

Executive Chef J p Singh with cooking Tandori chicken, at Bukhara, The Maurya in New Delhi Photograph by Harikrishna Katragadda/ MINT

mumbai news

Published on Aug 22, 2025 04:14 AM IST

Bengaluru ranks among India's top 5 districts for diesel generator air pollution

A recent study reveals Bengaluru Urban ranks among India's top five districts for air pollution from diesel generators.

bengaluru news

Published on Aug 21, 2025 05:01 PM IST

Delhi to pilot emission-cutting retrofit devices on heavy vehicles

Heavy vehicles are banned from Delhi in winter, when pollution peaks. (Representative photo)

delhi news

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 05:23 AM IST

Residents struggle with faulty amenities in Gurugram

A view of the Sector 79 road in Gurugram. (HT Photo)

others

Published on Aug 06, 2025 02:59 PM IST

DPCC to revive study on source of pollution in Delhi

Officials said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), which was approached for guidance, has submitted a pilot study on the tower to the Supreme Court and is awaiting further directions (HT Archive)

delhi news

Published on Aug 05, 2025 06:06 AM IST

Guest Column | It’s time to solve the car-parking crisis

While the government allowed automobile companies to produce vehicles in large numbers, it failed to plan for parking infrastructure. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Published on Aug 03, 2025 09:04 AM IST

SC to review Delhi’s old vehicle ban: What's the policy, why was it paused?

The Delhi government rolled out the 'No fuel for old vehicles' policy on July 1, but it was paused within two days.

india news

Updated on Jul 28, 2025 10:05 AM IST

Oncologist shares surprising causes of head and neck cancer in non-smokers

Long-term exposure to pollution, chemicals, and poor diet increases head and neck cancer risks, especially in non-smokers.

health

Published on Jul 27, 2025 01:54 PM IST

Vehicle emission, not age, must determine curbs: Delhi CM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta (ANI)

delhi news

Published on Jul 27, 2025 07:02 AM IST

Maharashtra to set up 53 more CAAQMS; machine installation in few weeks: Official

The stations, each costing ₹9 crore, will monitor PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations, as well as levels of carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, ammonia, and ozone. (Representative photo)

mumbai news

Published on Jul 25, 2025 04:10 PM IST

Ecostani: India’s new sulphur norms — A promise at Paris climate summit undone

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A coal power station. (BLOOMBERG)

environment

Updated on Jul 21, 2025 04:27 PM IST

Delhi govt asks experts for pro bono climate help

Delhi environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the pro-bono approach and the initiative highlights the participatory nature of the government. (PTI)

delhi news

Published on Jul 16, 2025 05:24 AM IST

Ministry supports revised SO2 emission norms, slams critics

india news

Published on Jul 15, 2025 07:32 AM IST

Centre extends SO2 norm compliance deadlines for thermal power plants

The new notification, issued on July 11, introduces a revised compliance mechanism for SO2 norms applicable to coal- and lignite-based thermal power plants. (Representative photo)

india news

Updated on Jul 13, 2025 10:04 AM IST

MPCB to issue stricter guidelines for RMC plants across Maharashtra

Urbanisation, especially in cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur, has resulted in the widespread setting up of RMC plants, many of which allegedly operate close to schools, hospitals, and residential areas. (HT)

pune news

Published on Jul 13, 2025 05:42 AM IST

Delhi ranks second in India's mid-year pollution list. This city tops the chart

The need for a comprehensive strategy to tackle Delhi’s air pollution, suggesting that efforts must go beyond the transport and agriculture sectors, according to CREA assessment.

india news

Published on Jul 12, 2025 11:59 PM IST