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‘No deity will be pleased if Yamuna is polluted’: Delhi CM at cleanliness drive

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said the government will carry out its duties with full diligence, and we, as citizens, should fulfil our responsibilities.
delhi news
Published on Jun 15, 2026 07:00 am IST

Haryana sets a December 2027 deadline for Yamuna water improvement projects

Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi directs departments to accelerate implementation of projects aimed at improving water quality of Yamuna and its tributaries
india news
Published on Jun 09, 2026 04:29 pm IST

Delhi govt designates analysts to collect, test water samples

The appointments follow the designation of a state water laboratory in Delhi earlier this year under Section 52 of the Water Act. (Representative photo)
delhi news
Updated on May 08, 2026 10:43 pm IST

Delhi govt plans to redesign Kalindi Kunj barrage to tackle Yamuna froth

Delhi govt plans to redesign Kalindi Kunj barrage to tackle Yamuna froth
delhi news
Published on May 07, 2026 08:08 pm IST

MPCB set to complete audit of STPs in housing societies across five cities; report by mid-May

The first phase of the audit covers Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur and Thane. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
pune news
Published on Apr 28, 2026 03:44 am IST

Polluting tag on over 50% industries in MMR

Smoke rises from industrial units in Chembur (HT Photo)
mumbai news
Published on Apr 27, 2026 06:38 am IST

Wildlife SOS rescues 50kg flapshell turtle from polluted east Delhi waterbody

The resident placed the turtle in a container and alerted the NGO, which sent a team to secure it (HT)
delhi news
Published on Apr 18, 2026 04:08 am IST

Crores down the drain as project fails to curb untreated sewage flow to Yamuna

The ambitious project, launched in 2006, was designed to intercept smaller drains feeding the Yamuna and divert raw sewage to sewage treatment plants (STPs).
india news
Updated on Apr 17, 2026 07:16 am IST

State to establish river rejuvenation body: Pankaja Munde

Munde directed officials to prioritise eco-friendly, pollution-free measures in river beautification. (FILE)
pune news
Published on Apr 12, 2026 04:10 am IST

Delhi Jal Board underestimated sewage by around 20%, says CAG report

The report added that the board was not testing faecal coliform bacteria levels in effluents from existing STPs to aid the Yamuna clean-up.
delhi news
Updated on Mar 26, 2026 10:40 am IST

Dead fish in Gomti turns out to be a rumour

The fish dumped in the Gomti in Itaunja (HT Photo)
lucknow news
Published on Mar 23, 2026 09:26 pm IST

Irrigation dept demands ₹143 crore from PCMC over unpaid water dues, penalties

(FILE PIC)Pune, India - July 22, 2013:Pawana Dam in Pune, India, on Monday, July 22, 2013. (HT PHOTO)
pune news
Published on Mar 23, 2026 03:24 am IST

Okhla barrage turbulence behind Yamuna froth at Kalindi Kunj, says water minister

Experts highlighted that the froth formation is localised and largely linked to the structural and flow conditions at the Okhla barrage, officials said. (Sunil Ghosh/HT)
delhi news
Published on Mar 19, 2026 06:10 am IST

Ludhiana: ₹1.14 crore PAU study to examine heavy metals in soil, groundwater

Experts from Punjab Agricultural University will cover 16 districts during their study. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 13, 2026 08:52 am IST

Untreated sewage, detergents behind recurring toxic froth in Yamuna: Govt tells RS

Untreated sewage, detergents behind recurring toxic froth in Yamuna: Govt tells RS
delhi news
Published on Mar 09, 2026 09:17 pm IST

Sukhbir targets AAP govt over Sutlej-Beas pollution

Shiromani Akali Dal (Shiromani Akali Dal) president Sukhbir Singh Badal during a political rally at Bhai Rupa village in Rampura assembly segment in Bathinda district. (HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 28, 2026 11:24 pm IST

GMDA to set up treatment plant in Gadoli

Officials said that the pollution board proposed that the plant could be established adjacent to the final discharge point in Gadoli. (HT)
gurugram news
Published on Feb 21, 2026 03:36 am IST

Toxic groundwater in Kanpur belt: NGT directs UP govt to ensure medical care, relief for affected residents

General View of National Green Tribunal in New Delhi (File)
lucknow news
Published on Feb 09, 2026 03:02 am IST

Rao Inderjit reviews Gurugram projects, sets landfill, drainage deadlines

175 new rainwater recharge units planned before monsoon. Properties without functional RWH may face OC cancellation, while polluting units risk penal action. (HT Photo)
gurugram news
Published on Feb 08, 2026 09:15 am IST

Scientific study on 3 Jaipur dams aims to tackle pollution, boost eco-tourism

Scientific study on 3 Jaipur dams aims to tackle pollution, boost eco-tourism
jaipur news
Published on Jan 31, 2026 11:58 am IST

NGT orders probe into alleged pollution in Nimgaon Bhogi near Ranjangaon MIDC

Representative image (HT)
pune news
Published on Jan 30, 2026 08:02 am IST

Delhi: Sirsa reviews progress on water pollution control

The meeting was chaired by environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)
delhi news
Published on Jan 29, 2026 03:50 am IST

Delhi water supply normalises as ammonia levels in Yamuna decline

The water disruption is triggered by contamination in the Yamuna.
india news
Published on Jan 25, 2026 06:47 am IST

Delhi: Taps run dry as ammonia spike, canal repair cripple water plants

The Delhi Jal Board on Thursday confirmed the complete shutdown of the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant.
india news
Updated on Jan 23, 2026 08:44 am IST

Oil spill at Sukhna Lake: CPCC pumps out oil; probe ordered

The man-made, rain-fed lake, which spreads over 338 acres, supports around 30 species of fish, including major Indian carps and several exotic varieties. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 17, 2026 06:04 am IST

Delhi battles ecological concerns as toxic froth resurfaces at Yamuna Ghat

The froth accumulated heavily around boats moored along the riverbank, clinging to their sides and dust particles were also visibly embedded in the froth that settled along the riverbank.
delhi news
Updated on Jan 11, 2026 08:52 pm IST

Ludhiana: NGT seeks reply from PPCB, CPCB over Tajpur dyeing complex pollution

Dyeing units have been generating flying ash massively, say activists. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 10, 2026 05:52 am IST

Karnal: Rights panel orders night checks to curb pollution from Kaithal mills

The HHRC bench led by chairperson justice Lalit Batra and comprising members Kuldip Jain and Deep Bhatia were hearing a complaint filed by sarpanch of Khushhal Majra village Sarbjit Kaur and other residents. (HT Photo for representation)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 03, 2026 03:52 am IST

Bacteria 'found in sewer water' linked to deaths in MP's Indore, finds probe

Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav meets an affected person undergoing treatment after consumption of contaminated water, at a hospital in Indore. (@DrMohanYadav51)
india news
Updated on Jan 02, 2026 03:46 pm IST

Dermatologist explains how air and water pollution affect your hair and skin

Winter pollution increases risks to skin and hair, causing dryness and inflammation, according to doctors.
health
Published on Dec 17, 2025 08:52 pm IST
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