air pollution

Telangana Bans Single-Use Plastics in Visakhapatnam Amid Rising Pollution

21 Nov 2024

Amid escalating pollution levels in Visakhapatnam, the Telangana government on Thursday announced a ban on single-use plastics in the district. Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan emphasized the need for adopting biodegradable materials as replacements. To combat air pollution, the previous government had allocated ₹19.15 crore under the National...

World’s Most Polluted City Hits 1600 AQI And It’s Not Delhi

15 Nov 2024

With worsening air pollution impacting several northern Indian states, regions in Pakistan have recorded the world's highest Air Quality Index (AQI) this November. Lahore's CERP Office area reached a staggering AQI of 1587 on Friday, according to Swiss monitor IQAir, marking it as the most polluted area globally. Additionally, three...

CEO Criticizes People for Ignoring Masks as AQI Rises in Delhi-NCR

14 Nov 2024

As air quality in New Delhi and the surrounding NCR worsens, severe respiratory conditions like asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are becoming more common. Frustrated citizens have taken to social media to voice concerns about the escalating health crisis. Among them is Aloke Bajpai, the CEO and co-founder...

Dense Smog In Ludhiana: Vice-President Dhankhar’s Missed Landing Due To ‘Poor Visibility’

13 Nov 2024

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s visit to Ludhiana faced an unexpected obstacle as thick smog and poor visibility prevented his aircraft from landing at Halwara airport on Tuesday. Dhankhar, who was scheduled to attend two high-profile events in the city, including an international conference on climate change, had to abandon his plans...

SC on Air Pollution: No Religion Encourages Activities That Create Pollution

11 Nov 2024

The Supreme Court of India on Monday emphasized that the right to live in a pollution-free environment is a fundamental right of every citizen, protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih remarked that no religion endorses activities that contribute...

Lahore’s Toxic Smog Forces School Closures As Pollution Hits Record Highs

04 Nov 2024

Amid escalating air pollution, Lahore authorities ordered all primary schools to close for a week as toxic smog continues to blanket the city. With pollution levels hitting unprecedented highs, Lahore topped the list of the world’s most polluted cities on Sunday, after recording a staggering PM2.5 reading of 1900 near...

Delhi Air Pollution: Understanding the Severe Health Risks Poor Air Quality Poses to Your Child

30 Oct 2024

The air quality in Delhi has dropped to the 'poor' category, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 271 this morning. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI readings were 302 at Anand Vihar, 193 at Chandni Chowk, 280 at ITO, 273 at IGI Airport, 321...

Centre asks Punjab, Haryana to intensify measures against stubble burning

28 Oct 2024

Amid growing concerns over air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region, the Centre has urged Punjab and Haryana to bolster their efforts to curb stubble burning during the ongoing paddy harvest season. In an advisory issued on Saturday, the government called for strengthening of micro-level action plans for crop residue management...

GRAP II in NCR: Key Restrictions and Permitted Activities Under New Air Quality Regulations

21 Oct 2024

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented GRAP-II in Delhi NCR in response to the deteriorating air quality, as the national capital's daily average AQI reached 310 on Monday. This stage, activated when air quality is categorized as "Very Poor," introduces several measures to combat pollution, effective from...

‘Insane!’ Reporter Bathes In Toxic Yamuna Foam Like It’s A Jacuzzi | VIDEO

20 Oct 2024

As Delhi enters the festive season, a disturbing video has surfaced on social media, highlighting the city's ongoing battle with severe air and water pollution. The footage shows a television reporter bathing himself in a thick layer of white froth during a boat ride on the Yamuna River. The video,...

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