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Make buses comfortable to beat urban congestion

People run to catch a DTC bus at the Super Bazar bus stop at Rajiv Chowk, in New Delhi.

Published 5 days ago

BMC to outsource Mumbai’s air quality monitoring

Air pollution has surged in Mumbai, leading to a host of health complications for residents. (HT Photo)

Published 7 days ago

Green norm ‘violation’: PSPCL deposits half of ₹4.86-cr fine, seeks NGT relief on balance

PSPCL has challenged the CAQM’s order before the NGT, contending that it has a strong prima facie case and that the penalty deserved to be set aside on the grounds raised in its appeal. (HT)

Published 7 days ago

70% polluting industries in Hisar lack PNG network access, NGT told

According to the report, only 41 industries are located on or near the existing arterial PNG pipeline and can be connected within 45 days of signing a GSA with Haryana City Gas. (HT Photo for representation)

Published 7 days ago

Govt nod for ₹17.6cr framework to curb Delhi dust pollution

The project will be carried out by the CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) and the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), said officials.

Published 8 days ago

HC questions fresh objections to charcoal phase-out, backs MPCB’s clean fuel push

HC questions fresh objections to charcoal phase-out, backs MPCB’s clean fuel push

Published 9 days ago

Delhi to monitor construction pollution using AI, dust sensors

Officials said the portal will map construction sites and use AI to assess five key dust-control parameters. (HT PHOTO)

Published 9 days ago

Amit Shah to launch plantation drive, 300 e-buses in Delhi

An online registration portal has also been opened to facilitate public participation in the campaign (HT)

Updated 16 days ago

Gynaecologist reveal which stage of pregnancy is most vulnerable to pollution

Which stage of pregnancy is most vulnerable to pollution.

Published 17 days ago

Gurgaon ophthalmologist says watery eyes don’t always mean healthy eyes

Watery eyes don’t always mean healthy eyes; dry eye disease could be the hidden cause.

Published 31 days ago

Parking cost to double in Delhi from November as govt unveils winter action plan

Delhi rolls out proactive winter pollution plan; parking charges to double

Updated 34 days ago

IITM study offers fresh insights into how air pollution interacts with monsoon clouds

Factors such as air entrainment, cloud dynamics and microphysical processes influenced how pollution particles were incorporated into clouds. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published 34 days ago

Trying to conceive? Doctor reveals how environmental toxins may affect fertility

Dr. Jindal discusses how air pollution and environmental chemicals impact fertility.

Published 39 days ago

L&T’s RMC plant sealed over pollution concerns

L&T’s RMC plant sealed over pollution concerns

Published 41 days ago

HSPCB seals 47 concrete mixing plants in Gurugram

Officials said that despite prior notice, the plants failed to take corrective action, prompting stringent enforcement.

Published 41 days ago

Env conservation not just limited to planting drives: Union Min

The event was attended by the state environment Rao Narbir Singh, Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, senior government officials, environmental experts and representatives of civic bodies. (HT)

Published 47 days ago

India’s ecological heritage as pathway to Viksit Bharat

World Environment Day

Published 48 days ago

Making Delhi dust-free is our environmental duty

In urban areas, trees, shrubs, landscaped grass act as a natural air filter, mitigating the urban heat island effect, and absorb toxic greenhouse gases. Nature offers some of the most powerful and cost-effective solutions available to us. (PTI)

Published 49 days ago

Centre clears ₹9k-cr scheme to replace BS-IV trucks, buses

According to Bharat Stage (BS) emission standards, BS-VI diesel trucks have significantly less pollution.

Updated 49 days ago

UP targets 35% reduction in NCR air pollution this year

UP chief secretary SP Goyal. (File)

Published 49 days ago

Union cabinet approves scheme to replace old trucks, buses to curb air pollution

Air quality remains poor through much of the year due to emissions from vehicles, industry, construction activity, road dust and waste burning. (HT PHOTO/Representative)

Published 50 days ago

Delhi RWAs list efforts to reduce air pollution at UNEP event

The event also saw the launch of a UNEP-developed guidebook for Delhi’s RWAs, detailing how they can help improve air quality. (HT)

Published 51 days ago

Ludhiana: 5 years on, defunct carcass plant still awaits relocation

The defunct carcass plant at Nurpur Bet in Ludhiana on Wednesday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Published 56 days ago

Steps taken by Noida to mitigate air pollution ‘insufficient’: CPCB

The CPCB’s 18-point report, also seen by HT, flagged gaps in functioning of the Noida authority and revealed that measures continued to be “insufficient and inadequate” for containing air pollution. (HT Archive)

Published 59 days ago

Pulmonologist shares how to protect your lungs on hot, humid days

Heatwave is oppressive and harsh on your body.

Updated 64 days ago

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR a complex, multi-sectoral challenge: CAQM chairperson

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR a complex, multi-sectoral challenge: CAQM chairperson

Published 69 days ago

CAQM reviews spike in stubble burning incidents, measures to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR

CAQM reviews spike in stubble burning incidents, measures to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR

Published 69 days ago

Ludhiana: Road-carpeting delay hitting biz, dust causing health issues, say locals

Even after the pipe laying process, the College Road hasn’t been black topped, which stirs up sand due to heavy traffic on the road. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Published 70 days ago

SPR garbage dump fire doused for 18 hours, methane buildup suspected

Residents reported thick smoke and breathing issues as fire tenders continued operations to prevent flare-ups till Monday. (HT)

Published 72 days ago

Ludhiana: Garbage piles up in SBS Nagar open plot as civic body yet to begin waste collection, residents flag health concerns

Garbage dumped at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar in Ludhiana on Monday. (HT PHOTO)

Published 72 days ago

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