Delhi NCR

Saurav Gupta -October 16, 2024

Residents protest against Okhla waste-to-energy plant amid rising health concerns

Residents protest against Okhla waste-to-energy plant amid rising health concerns

Sukhdev Vihar residents blame the plant for respiratory issues, pollution, even cases of cancer as legal battles and ‘environmental violations’ persist

VIVEK SHUKLA -October 16, 2024

The unsettling history of 33 Shamnath Marg: Once abode of Delhi’s Chief Ministers

The unsettling history of 33 Shamnath Marg: Once abode of Delhi’s Chief Ministers

From unceremonious exits to deep superstitions, the address is a symbol of misfortune for Delhi’s political elite

PTI -October 15, 2024

Delhi govt rolls out AI-enabled violation detection system to enhance road safety

Delhi govt rolls out AI-enabled violation detection system to enhance road safety

The government has floated a tender for an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) violation detection system using artificial intelligence and deep learning technology.

Saurav Gupta -October 15, 2024

Are sensors meant to measure Delhi’s air pollution data really reliable enough?

Are sensors meant to measure Delhi’s air pollution data really reliable enough?

Amid rising pollution levels, concerns over the accuracy of city’s air quality data fuels doubts about sensors calibration and potential manipulation

Patriot Bureau -October 14, 2024

Delhi faces two days of poor air quality as AQI reaches 234

Delhi faces two days of poor air quality as AQI reaches 234

After Dussehra, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) entered the "poor" category on Sunday with a reading of 224, marking 19 days since the last instance of poor air quality on September 25

Patriot Bureau -October 14, 2024

Delhi Metro’s Blue Line achieves carbon neutral certification

Delhi Metro’s Blue Line achieves carbon neutral certification

These efforts are in line with the central government’s goal to reach net zero emissions by 2070, the officials said

Patriot Bureau -October 14, 2024

Govt imposes ban on firecrackers to combat air pollution in Delhi

Govt imposes ban on firecrackers to combat air pollution in Delhi

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai made the announcement and urged Delhi residents to support the government's efforts to curb air pollution

Kushan Niyogi -October 14, 2024

The perils of being a delivery agent in the national capital

The perils of being a delivery agent in the national capital

A series of tragic incidents, including hit-and-run cases and fatal assaults, highlights the urgent need to protect and support gig economy workers in Delhi