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CAQM approves measures to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR

The commission also reviewed measures related to expanding air quality monitoring and plantation targets. (HT)
Published on May 16, 2026 03:34 am IST

At 1,447, Punjab logs highest single-day spike in farm fires

Punjab on Friday recorded the highest single-day spike so far with 1,447 farm fire incidents reported in just 24 hours, taking the cumulative count of the ongoing season to 6,154 cases. The surge has raised fresh concerns over air pollution and the state’s preparedness ahead of the paddy sowing season beginning from June 1. (HT Photo)
Published on May 09, 2026 06:24 am IST

Gurugram forms multi-level committees to curb stubble burning following NGT orders

Deputy Commissioner Uttam Singh said that any instance of crop residue burning must be acted upon immediately to prevent environmental damage. (HT Archive)
Published on May 02, 2026 04:06 am IST

Haryana’s April crop fires jump 2x year-on-year, satellite data shows

Around 900 straw-related blazes were reported between April 1 and 30, an increase from 450 during the same period last year, the data, seen by HT, shows. (HT Archive)
Published on May 02, 2026 03:30 am IST

Farm fires’ share in Delhi’s PM 2.5 down to 3.5% this year: CPCB

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Published on Dec 30, 2025 12:21 pm IST