Atishi, Saurabh Bhardwaj likely to replace Sisodia, Jain

Sisodia and Jain were the key faces of the Delhi government who were instrumental in steering the national capital through the coronavirus crisis

NGT directs Delhi govt to pay Rs 2,232 cr fine for improper management of solid and liquid waste

Deducting the compensation for solid waste already levied (Rs 900 crore), the remaining amount of Rs 2,232 crore has to be paid by the city government on the "polluter pays" principle, the bench said.

Ensure environmental flow in Yamuna through inter-state coordination: LG-headed panel

Multiple reports submitted by the DPCC to the Union Jal Shakti Ministry have highlighted that the river cannot become fit for bathing in the absence of a minimum environment flow.

Children – Delhi pollution’s prime target 

Kids suffered the most when pollution in Delhi reached hazardous levels in the initial days of November. Protecting young lungs has become a major concern as parents are opting to keep their kids indoors. But doctors feel forcing them indoors can affect their mental health

No extension on restrictions on plying of BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel vehicles: Delhi govt

During a review meeting last week, the transport department had decided that the curbs under Stage 3 of GRAP should remain in place for the next few days instead of a knee-jerk reaction

Trade Fair ticket to be available at 67 metro station

According to officials, entry tickets for the India International Trade Fair, which will be held from November 14–27, would be available at 67 DMRC metro stations

Delhi Can’t Breathe!

The first week of November was a toxic one for the Delhiites as schools had to be shut down due to high levels of pollution. Even as the government promises more control in the future, residents have gotten used to living in dirty air

The celebration of Chhath Puja is not a regional affair now

Celebrated ardently in Bihar and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Nepal, Chhath Puja is a festival of many rituals – some of which include a river. With the rising pollution in Delhi and unavailability of train tickets, devotees continue to celebrate the festival