Mumbai's AQI has worsened, reaching "poor" levels in areas like Mulund. The withdrawal of monsoon, low winds, and construction dust have contributed to this, with experts predicting further decline as winter approaches.
Kosi River floods displace 1.6 million in Bihar, leaving behind plastic waste at Kosi Barrage. Environmental concerns rise as residents await more active relief efforts.
"Kale Pani Da Morcha" is a protest in Punjab against Buddha Dariya's pollution. Environmentalists and locals demand a ban on polluting industries, PPCB reform, and legal action against those responsible for contaminating the Sutlej River.
The goal of the Indian government's 2019 National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) was to reduce atmospheric PM concentrations by 20–30% by 2024 compared to 2017 levels. Later, this was changed to 40%, by 2026.
India's petrochemical industry, projected to reach USD 300 billion by 2025, faces scrutiny due to health and environmental concerns. As production expands, pollution from petrochemical complexes threatens nearby communities with severe health risks
In Ganderbal, Kashmir, Nallah Sindh faces an environmental crisis due to rampant waste dumping, threatening its pristine waters and diverse aquatic life. Efforts to manage solid waste intensify amid escalating challenges
Cooum has 118 sewage outfalls, as per the initial enumeration by the CRRT. Nearly 70,000 families live along the course of the river, whose illegal sewage inlets are drained into the rivers.
In a world grappling with climate change, SUVs' soaring demand raises environmental concerns. 48% of global car sales in 2023, their emissions surpass those of traditional vehicles, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable transportation solutions
Researchers from the University of Bristol found a link between air pollution during pregnancy/childhood and mental health issues in adolescence. The study highlights the urgent need to address pollution, particularly in high-risk areas like India
Shimla is besieged by forest fires, with over 100 blazes in two weeks damaging 10,000 hectares. Fires in Tara Devi and Tutikandi have posed significant challenges. The city faces deteriorated air quality and disrupted water supplies