Central Pollution Control Board
SC asks Meghalaya govt to deposit Rs 100 cr fine for illegal coal mining
The National Green Tribunal had fined the Meghalaya government on January 4.
NGT for action against loudspeakers
NGT’s observation came while dealing with a plea alleging that illegal use of loudspeakers at mosques.
Air quality ‘very poor’, improvement predicted
On Saturday, as many as 10 areas recorded “severe” air quality and 22 “very poor”, the CPCB said.
Air quality recorded in ‘severe’ category
The overall PM2.5 level -— fine particulate matters in the air with a diameter of less than 2.5 micrometers — in Delhi was at 273.
Delhi's overall air quality 'very poor', some areas record 'severe' pollution
According to the Centre-run SAFAR, the overall air quality index in the city was recorded at 387, which falls in the 'very poor' category.
Authorities warn of severe deterioration from Monday
Authorities record stubble burning in UP for 1st time this season.
Delhi's air quality on the brink of turning 'severe', say authorities
Overall air quality index of Delhi was recorded at 392, which falls in the 'very poor' category and is just 8 points from turning severe.
India’s air quality sinks to worst category possible, people advised to wear masks
Most recent air pollution data from World Health Organisation released said India was one of the world's 10 most polluted countries.
Crackdown on crackers
Firecrackers emit PM 2.5 and contribute to heavy levels of pollutants in the air.
'No such thing exists': Mixed reactions to green firecrackers SC order
Police said they do not have any equipment to measure decibel levels or smoke they emit to ensure only 'green' firecrackers are being used.