air pollution
Only electric, CNG, BS-VI diesel buses from Haryana can enter Delhi from today
This measure is aimed at addressing air pollution caused by diesel-powered buses in the region, with the overarching goal of transitioning to electric vehicles
Delhi sees worst October air quality since 2020
In stark contrast to the preceding years, Delhi encountered only one day of rainfall (5.4 mm) in October 2023, while October 2022 had six rainy days (129 mm) and October 2021 saw seven (123 mm)
Delhi air quality continues to remain in ‘poor’ category, to worsen in days ahead
According to the Centre's Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi, the city's air quality is likely to deteriorate to 'very poor' category on October 28
Delhi’s air quality turns ‘very poor’, Environment Minister Gopal Rai calls meeting
The capital's 24-hour average air quality index stood at 313 on Sunday, deteriorating from 248 on Saturday. Delhi last recorded "very poor" air quality on May 17 when the AQI was 336
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
‘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
Delhiites to lose 11.9 years of life to pollution, says study
In 2022, the government revised the particulate pollution reduction goal for NCAP, setting a 40% reduction target by 2025-26 compared to 2017 levels for 131 non-attainment cities
‘Air pollution can disrupt membrane channels in heart’
Padma Shri awardee Dr Upendra Kaul, a leading cardiologist, explains how air pollution can impact heart health and what authorities need to do to control it