Environment

-October 4, 2023

Delhi CM miffed as waste removal work at Okhla landfill ‘lagging’ behind target

Delhi CM miffed as waste removal work at Okhla landfill ‘lagging’ behind target

The Okhla site, hosting a staggering 45 lakh tonnes of waste, initiated the removal process in November of the previous year

-October 3, 2023

Study Reveals Potential Health Risks Due to Nanoparticle Emissions from Delhi’s Transportation Sector

Study Reveals Potential Health Risks Due to Nanoparticle Emissions from Delhi’s Transportation Sector

Nanoparticles in the size range of 10 to 1000 nm, directly linked to vehicular engine exhaust, were found to be more prevalent in roadside areas. During periods of high wind speed, these particles dispersed into the surrounding regions near the road, potentially increasing exposure to nearby residents

-October 2, 2023

To monitor air pollution, Delhi govt’s ‘Green War Room’ to function 24X7 from tomorrow

To monitor air pollution, Delhi govt’s ‘Green War Room’ to function 24X7 from tomorrow

Established in 2020, the Green War Room boasts advanced air quality monitoring equipment and a team of experts, including scientists and data analysts. This team monitors all sources contributing to air pollution in Delhi and collaborates with the city administration to implement an effective action plan

-October 1, 2023

Centre’s action plan to check air pollution in Delhi comes into effect

Centre’s action plan to check air pollution in Delhi comes into effect

The recent amendments involve stringent restrictions on the operation of aging vehicles and a complete prohibition on the use of coal and firewood in eateries, restaurants, and hotels when the Air Quality Index (AQI) surpasses the 200-mark

-September 29, 2023

‘Pusa biodecomposer to curb stubble burning’: Delhi CM Kejriwal reveals winter action plan

‘Pusa biodecomposer to curb stubble burning’: Delhi CM Kejriwal reveals winter action plan

Developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), the Pusa biodecomposer is a microbial solution capable of converting paddy straw into manure within 15-20 days

-September 27, 2023

Ramveer Tanwar: The engineer-turned-pondman of India

Ramveer Tanwar: The engineer-turned-pondman of India

Meet the person popularly known as Pondman of India, who left a lucrative job to clean and rejuvenate water bodies and is making an impact, one pond at a time

-September 25, 2023

Adhere to guidelines to curb dust pollution during winter: Rai to construction firms

Adhere to guidelines to curb dust pollution during winter: Rai to construction firms

The government is preparing a winter action plan to control pollution, with 28 departments assigned specific tasks and expected to submit their reports soon

-September 22, 2023

Delhi LG gives nod to allotment of land to construct sewage pumping station, power grid

Delhi LG gives nod to allotment of land to construct sewage pumping station, power grid

In the Jangpura region, an additional parcel of 919.54 square meters of land has been designated for the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC)