Smog towers, cloud seeding not sustainable solutions to India’s air pollution crisis: US scientist

Regarding smog towers, the scientist suggests that while they can remove some pollution, they are not effective on a large scale. He compares their impact to trying to dry a river with a bath towel

World Wetland Day 2024: Delhi’s wetlands are fast disappearing

Encroachment, pollution, and neglect threaten wetlands, a vital ecosystem, prompting calls for urgent action for restoration and conservation efforts

Why Delhi is seeing a rise in leopard attacks

Growing urbanisation and habitat modifications have contributed to a surge in leopard encounters, posing risks both to humans and wild cats; conservationists emphasise the need for awareness and safety measures

Delhi’s electrifying shift is a win for pocket and planet

Insights from early adopters, government policies, and market dynamics reveal a growing preference for electric vehicles in the national capital that could go a long way in helping create a cleaner, greener future for everyone

Seeds of Change: Women in Bhalswa slums nurturing gardens 

'Kyari to Kitchen' initiative empowers women waste-pickers to grow their own vegetables, turning adversity into green opportunities in the face of climate crisis.

‘Cold day’ conditions in Delhi with dense fog and icy wind

Low temperature and chilly wind prompt many to resort to open waste burning

Volunteer group exposes Wazirpur pollution mess

URJA, a consortium of RWAs, has blamed authorities for letting steel utensil manufacturing flourish in the area despite it being prohibited 

Delhiites start new year amid dense fog and biting cold

Delhi has been witnessing dense fog coupled with poor air quality making visibility low. The fog and icy wind together kept the temperature below 20 degrees Celsius on the first three days of 2024