REASONS OF POLLUTION

UltraTech Cement reports the impact of climate change on its Q3 performance, with weather events like Cyclone Dana and extended monsoon periods causing delays in construction projects. Pollution control measures in Delhi and farmers' protests also a...

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Shell, Enbridge, and Drax received discounted sustainability-linked loans (SLLs) from major banks, promising improved environmental practices. These SLLs, often lacking accountability, don't require spending towards sustainability targets. Over $286...

Fishermen from Mumbai are venturing up to 100 nautical miles into the sea due to fog affecting fish migration. This has led to increased fuel consumption and cost, resulting in higher fish prices in markets. The smog over Mumbai, caused by the inter...

The National Green Tribunal has asked the Centre for a response on implementing CPCB's recommendations to control ozone levels in Delhi. The CPCB suggests a detailed study to understand elevated ozone levels. The tribunal also seeks updates on how e...

Uday Kotak, Founder of Kotak Mahindra Bank, highlights ten priorities for India's economic growth in 2024. He emphasizes economic growth, shunning protectionism, eliminating current account deficit, investing in defence, fiscal consolidation, avoidi...

Delhi Congress criticized AAP and BJP in a 12-point white paper, focusing on unkept promises and mismanagement of various issues like pollution, civic facilities, and law and order. Ajay Maken targeted Arvind Kejriwal and called AAP's support in 201...

Dutch regulators have threatened Tata Steel Netherlands with substantial fines and potential closure of a coke plant in IJmuiden. The company faces a €27 million penalty if emissions of volatile organic compounds and heavy metals aren't reduced with...

Schools across Punjab and Islamabad closed on Monday due to security concerns, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Army Public School attack. This closure disrupted exams and frustrated parents and educators, who cited frequent closures for ...

Delhi's Yamuna River faced severe pollution in November. Fecal pollution hit a four-year high. Untreated sewage is a major source. The river's biochemical oxygen demand worsened. Dissolved oxygen levels plummeted at certain points. Experts stress th...

Over Rs 1.47 crore collected as penalties from farmers for stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana. Inspections conducted in thousands of fields. Fines increased due to Delhi-NCR's worsening air quality. Stubble burning is a major pollution source. Be...

Delhi's air quality slightly improved to 'very poor' on Thursday, with an AQI of 304, but residents still experienced breathing difficulties and eye irritation. Some areas like Dwarka and Jahangirpuri remained in the 'severe' category. Locals blamed...

Scientists are raising the alarm about the over-reliance on natural carbon sinks to achieve net-zero emissions. They argue that this approach, while stabilizing atmospheric CO2, won't stop global warming and allows continued fossil fuel use. The sol...

Delhi is facing scrutiny for missing crucial air quality targets despite the pollution season looming. The city lags in road dust control, with insufficient mechanical sweeping and green cover. Delays in e-bus procurement and legacy waste management...

Delhi's air quality has plummeted once again, triggering emergency measures like school closures and construction bans. Despite efforts to curb stubble burning and vehicular emissions, the city remains choked with smog. Experts emphasize the need fo...

Delhi is experiencing severe air pollution due to crop residue burning, vehicle emissions, and industrial activities. The Supreme Court has criticized the Delhi government for its delayed response in implementing pollution control measures. The arti...

The Supreme Court criticized the Delhi Police for their inadequate response to the violation of the firecracker ban in the capital. The court emphasized that no religion justifies actions that harm the environment or public health. The court urged t...

BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Delhi's AAP government, blaming Arvind Kejriwal's 'poisonous politics' for the toxic state of the Yamuna River and Delhi's poor air quality. He accused the AAP of misusing funds allocated for Yamuna cle...