Citarum Indonesia 21 tonnes daily plastic, Ganges 1,200M litres sewage, Yamuna Delhi 10,000 MPN fecal coliform, Yellow River heavy metals, Yangtze 330,000 tonnes plastic, Tigris radioactive, Mekong chemicals, Mississippi POPs, Rhine industrial, Danube transboundary. 

Citarum Indonesia 21 tonnes daily plastic, Ganges 1,200M litres sewage, Yamuna Delhi 10,000 MPN fecal coliform, Yellow River heavy metals, Yangtze 330,000 tonnes plastic, Tigris radioactive, Mekong chemicals, Mississippi POPs, Rhine industrial, Danube transboundary.&nbsp;

Top 10 most polluted rivers in the world

Delhi has been ranked as the fourth most polluted city in India, with alarming air quality levels recorded throughout November. According to recent data, the capital experienced 23 ‘very poor’ air quality days and six ‘severe’ pollution days, raising serious health concerns for residents and environmental experts alike. 

Delhi-NCR Air Crisis: Ghaziabad Tops The Pollution Chart 

Air, water, chemical and noise pollution are quietly cutting years from human life, raising risks of heart disease, cancer and infections. New findings reveal how tiny particles and toxins enter the body and harm organs, stressing the need for cleaner environments.


Air, water, chemical and noise pollution are quietly cutting years from human life, raising risks of heart disease, cancer and infections. New findings reveal how tiny particles and toxins enter the body and harm organs, stressing the need for cleaner environments.

10 ways pollution is secretly shortening human lifespans

India's National Capital Delhi, and Its Financial Capital Mumbai, ---
Are Facing a Common Crisis of Polluted Air..

India AQI Crisis: PM Modi Orders Fresh Delhi Pollution Study

New Delhi is once again struggling under a heavy blanket of smog.
Air pollution has surged dangerously across the city and surrounding areas,
Prompting renewed calls for action from citizens and experts alike.
The air hangs thick across New Delhi
Visibility reduced, skies grey, and an unmistakable choking haze in the early morning and evening.

Indian Capital's Air Hits Dangerous Levels; Schools, Residents Struggle in Heavy Smog

Recent reports from Delhi-NCR hospitals confirm a significant surge in patients with respiratory and eye ailments, leading to a public health emergency as severe air pollution persists


Delhi’s Toxic Air Crisis: Delhi Grappling With Hazardous Pollution Levels For Past 13 Days

The Delhi police arrested 22 people who took part in demonstrations at India Gate against the plummeting air quality and produced them before a city court, which remanded them in judicial custody.


Delhi pollution protest: Air quality worsens, protesters demand action from Delhi govt

Delhi is once again grappling with a deadly winter smog crisis,
And the air in the capital has reached dangerous levels.
The air quality index or aqi,
Current remains at 382 today,
Putting most areas in the ‘very poor’ category.
Some localities have already crossed the 400 mark,
Entering the ‘severe’ zone.
Visibility has dipped across the city,
And a thick layer of toxic haze hangs over the capital,
Making breathing an immediate health risk

Delhi's Air Quality Continues to Remain Grim Post Festive Season

Air Pollution Crisis: Delhi’s air quality has reached alarming levels in October 2025, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) marking ‘poor’ and ‘very poor’ categories in multiple areas. This October ranks as one of the worst in the last five years, as thick smog and fog combined with stagnant weather conditions have trapped pollutants over the city.


Air Pollution Crisis: Delhi Chokes as AQI Hits 'Poor' Levels 

Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, with the AQI remaining in the ‘poor’ category for the third consecutive day. In response, authorities are likely to initiate cloud seeding within 2–3 days to induce artificial rain and reduce pollution levels.

Delhi's AQI Worsens: Cloud Seeding Likely in Delhi in 2-3 Days

Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, with the AQI remaining in the ‘poor’ category for the third consecutive day. In response, authorities are likely to initiate cloud seeding within 2–3 days to induce artificial rain and reduce pollution levels.


Delhi's AQI Worsens: Cloud Seeding Likely in Delhi in 2-3 Days 

Fireworks, stubble burning, and cool weather combined to push the Air Quality Index (AQI) into the “severe” category in many parts of the city.
Despite a ban on firecrackers, celebrations continued, leaving the capital blanketed in toxic smog.


Delhi’s Air Turns Hazardous: Fireworks, Stubble Burning Worsen Pollution Post-Diwali

Indian Coast Guard conducts the 10th National Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) off Chennai to test India’s marine oil spill response and enhance inter-agency coordination.

Indian Coast Guard Conducts 'NATPOLREX' | Tasked To Combat Oil Spills At Sea

Report: More And More Delhites Are Breathing Plastic

A group of foreigners in Gurugram, Haryana, sparked nationwide outrage after videos surfaced of them cleaning roads and drains while holding placards promoting civic responsibility. The viral footage has triggered criticism of poor waste management and civic apathy. Many netizens called the incident “shameful,” arguing that Indian citizens and authorities should be leading such efforts. The act has reignited debates over cleanliness, accountability, and urban civic sense in India.


Viral: Gurugram's 'cone of shame' | Foreigners clean dirty roads, hold placards with messages

Ocean life is under threat from overfishing, plastic pollution, climate change, oil spills, habitat destruction, and invasive species. These dangers harm marine ecosystems and the animals that depend on them, including humans.

Ocean life is under threat from overfishing, plastic pollution, climate change, oil spills, habitat destruction, and invasive species. These dangers harm marine ecosystems and the animals that depend on them, including humans.

‘Oceans are dying’: 6 deadly threats endangering marine life

&nbsp; Some time in the 1970s Russian scientists ignited an underground pocket of natural gas in Turkmenistan. It burned on ever since, becoming known as Gateway to Hell or Door to Hell, and becoming a tourist attraction in the reclusive central asian nation. On Thursday (Jun 5), the government said that the fire in the Darvaza gas crater has been partially contained.The fire that burned for half a century in the Karakum desert since 1971 and has been emitting methane gas in large quantities ever since, is now reduced three-fold, according to a government official. &nbsp;"Whereas before a huge glow from the blaze was visible from several kilometres away, hence the name 'Gateway to Hell', today only a faint source of combustion remains," AFP news agency quoted Irina Luryeva, a director at state-owned energy company Turkmengaz, as saying.As methane emissions add to climate crisis, several wells were drilled around the crater to capture methane.&nbsp;Turkmenistan, home to the world's fourth-largest gas reserves, is also its biggest emitter of methane through gas leaks, though the government denies this claim.<h2> The story of Darvaza gas crater</h2> The Darvaza gas crater is one of a few natural gas reserves that continue to burn after being ignited, the other famous one being Baba Gurgur in Iraq. In official parlance, it is called 'the Shining of Karakum'. The floor of the crater is lit by hundreds of natural gas fires. The crater is 260 kilometres from the Turkmen capital of Ashgabat, located in the village of Darvaza in the middle of the Karakum Desert.The crater, having a diameter of 60–70 metres and a depth of about 30 metres, emits a foul smell.Its history is mired in dispute and controversy, with some claiming that it collapsed in the 1960s. Some accounts claim that the gas fire was a result of an accident in 1971, when Soviet engineers drilled the site &nbsp;which then collapsed. They ignited the crater to prevent the emission of poisonous gases.<h2> Gateway to Hell, the tourist attraction</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>In spite of the bad odour, the crater remains a tourist attraction, particularly famed for the night trips to see the fire burn in all its glory. Since being declared as a natural reserve in 2013, thousands of tourists have flocked to the area.George Kourounis, who entered the bottom of the crater to collect soil &nbsp;samples in the first such effort, called it 'a coliseum of fire.'"Just everywhere you look it's thousands of these small fires. The sound was like that of a jet engine, this roaring, high-pressure, gas-burning sound. And there was no smoke. It burns very cleanly, so there's nothing to obscure your view. You can just see every little lick of flame," he told National Georgraphic Channel, which sponsored the feat.The crater was also the spot where President Berdimuhamedow famously appeared in order to dispel speculations about his death. Captured on state TV, he did doughnut stunts in the area.<h2> Efforts to contain the fire at Darvaza</h2> For decades, the Turkmen government has been trying to contain the fire.In 2022, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow announced plans to extinguish the crater as it was causing health issues for locals and causing environmental damage.The drilling of wells around the capture has been happening for years, with the aim to capture methane.

Gateway to Hell: Darvaza gas crater, burning since 1970s, is partially contained now. Know about its story

Some time in the 1970s Russian scientists ignited an underground pocket of natural gas in Turkmenistan. It burned on ever since, becoming known as Gateway to Hell or Door to Hell, and becoming a tourist attraction in the reclusive central asian nation. On Thursday (Jun 5), the government said that the fire in the Darvaza gas crater has been partially contained. The fire that burned for half a century in the Karakum desert since 1971 and has been emitting methane gas in large quantities ever since, is now reduced three-fold, according to a government official. "Whereas before a huge glow from the blaze was visible from several kilometres away, hence the name 'Gateway to Hell', today only a faint source of combustion remains," AFP news agency quoted Irina Luryeva, a director at state-owned energy company Turkmengaz, as saying. As methane emissions add to climate crisis, several wells were drilled around the crater to capture methane. Turkmenistan, home to the world's fourth-largest gas reserves, is also its biggest emitter of methane through gas leaks, though the government denies this claim. The story of Darvaza gas crater The Darvaza gas crater is one of a few natural gas reserves that continue to burn after being ignited, the other famous one being Baba Gurgur in Iraq. In official parlance, it is called 'the Shining of Karakum'. The floor of the crater is lit by hundreds of natural gas fires. The crater is 260 kilometres from the Turkmen capital of Ashgabat, located in the village of Darvaza in the middle of the Karakum Desert. The crater, having a diameter of 60–70 metres and a depth of about 30 metres, emits a foul smell. Its history is mired in dispute and controversy, with some claiming that it collapsed in the 1960s. Some accounts claim that the gas fire was a result of an accident in 1971, when Soviet engineers drilled the site which then collapsed. They ignited the crater to prevent the emission of poisonous gases. Gateway to Hell, the tourist attraction In spite of the bad odour, the crater remains a tourist attraction, particularly famed for the night trips to see the fire burn in all its glory. Since being declared as a natural reserve in 2013, thousands of tourists have flocked to the area. George Kourounis, who entered the bottom of the crater to collect soil samples in the first such effort, called it 'a coliseum of fire.' "Just everywhere you look it's thousands of these small fires. The sound was like that of a jet engine, this roaring, high-pressure, gas-burning sound. And there was no smoke. It burns very cleanly, so there's nothing to obscure your view. You can just see every little lick of flame," he told National Georgraphic Channel, which sponsored the feat. The crater was also the spot where President Berdimuhamedow famously appeared in order to dispel speculations about his death. Captured on state TV, he did doughnut stunts in the area. Efforts to contain the fire at Darvaza For decades, the Turkmen government has been trying to contain the fire. In 2022, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow announced plans to extinguish the crater as it was causing health issues for locals and causing environmental damage. The drilling of wells around the capture has been happening for years, with the aim to capture methane.

The Darvaza gas crater is one of a few natural gas reserves that continue to burn after being ignited, the other famous one being Baba Gurgur in Iraq. In official parlance, it is called 'the Shining of Karakum'.

‘Gateway to Hell’: Darvaza gas crater, burning since 1970s, is partially contained now. Know about its story

The 2024 Swiss Group IQAir's annual pollution report for is out as it lists most polluted cities in the world in last year. Surprisingly, it's not India's national capital Delhi which tops the list.According to the report, Byrnihat in Meghalaya has been named the most polluted city in the world.Byrnihat had an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 302 and placed it in the "very poor" category. The Central Pollution Control Board has also declared Byrnihat the most polluted urban area in India for the second consecutive year.Byrnihat is a small industrially saturated town on the border of India's states of Assam and Meghalaya.&nbsp;Despite being assumed as the most polluted city, Delhi ranks second on the list. It is followed by Karaganda in Kazakhstan in third place. Mullanpur in Punjab, India, is fourth, with Lahore in Pakistan in fifth.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/air-pollution-becomes-second-leading-risk-factor-for-death-globally-study-733247">Also read: Air pollution becomes second leading risk factor of deaths globally, finds study</a>&nbsp;Moreover, Dera Ismail Khan in Pakistan ranks sixth on the list, N'Djamena in Chad on seventh, Loni in Uttar Pradesh, India, on eighth, New Delhi on ninth, and Faridabad in Haryana tenth on the list, completing the top 10 list.As per the report, more than 96 million people live in the five most polluted cities in the world.Meghalaya Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, approved a vehicle scrappage policy on May 1, aimed at reducing emissions across the state.Government spokesperson Paul Lyngdoh explained that the policy targets old, unfit vehicles, with about 13,000 cars expected to be removed from the roads, including 5000 government owned and 8,000 privately owned.According to Lyngdoh, the policy will also help lower pollution by cutting emissions and decreasing the need for raw material extraction and recycling.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/did-you-know-air-pollution-could-lead-to-heightened-risk-of-depression-8923903">Also read: Did you know? Air Pollution could heighten risk of depression</a> &nbsp;

The Central Pollution Control Board has also declared Byrnihat the most polluted urban area in India for the second consecutive year.

The 2024 Swiss Group IQAir's annual pollution report for is out as it lists most polluted cities in the world in last year. Surprisingly, it's not India's national capital Delhi which tops the list. According to the report, Byrnihat in Meghalaya has been named the most polluted city in the world. Byrnihat had an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 302 and placed it in the "very poor" category. The Central Pollution Control Board has also declared Byrnihat the most polluted urban area in India for the second consecutive year. Byrnihat is a small industrially saturated town on the border of India's states of Assam and Meghalaya. Despite being assumed as the most polluted city, Delhi ranks second on the list. It is followed by Karaganda in Kazakhstan in third place. Mullanpur in Punjab, India, is fourth, with Lahore in Pakistan in fifth. Also read: Air pollution becomes second leading risk factor of deaths globally, finds study Moreover, Dera Ismail Khan in Pakistan ranks sixth on the list, N'Djamena in Chad on seventh, Loni in Uttar Pradesh, India, on eighth, New Delhi on ninth, and Faridabad in Haryana tenth on the list, completing the top 10 list. As per the report, more than 96 million people live in the five most polluted cities in the world. Meghalaya Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, approved a vehicle scrappage policy on May 1, aimed at reducing emissions across the state. Government spokesperson Paul Lyngdoh explained that the policy targets old, unfit vehicles, with about 13,000 cars expected to be removed from the roads, including 5000 government owned and 8,000 privately owned. According to Lyngdoh, the policy will also help lower pollution by cutting emissions and decreasing the need for raw material extraction and recycling. Also read: Did you know? Air Pollution could heighten risk of depression

The Central Pollution Control Board has also declared Byrnihat the most polluted urban area in India for the second consecutive year.

THIS city in India was ranked world's most polluted in 2024 - Spoiler: It's not Delhi

Since the morning hours of Sunday, 25th May, when the Liberian-flagged cargo vessel MSC ELSA3 sank off the Kerala coast, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) assets have been combating the resultant oil spill and marine pollution. Oil spills are major maritime disasters that have the potential to cause serious damage to the economy and biodiversity of the affected region. Notably, the Kerala coast, which is at direct risk from this marine accident is rich in marine life and is a popular tourist hub.&nbsp;According to the ICG, within 2-3 hours of the cargo vessel’s sinking, their surveillance aircraft detected the presence of an oil slick at the site.Following which, ICG ship Saksham, already on standby in Pollution Response (PR) configuration, was immediately deployed to begin counter-pollution operations. In parallel, a Dornier aircraft was launched for aerial assessment and the dispersal of Oil Spill Dispersant (OSD) across a wide area.&nbsp;As of 11 am Sunday, the oil slick was observed drifting in an east-southeast direction at an estimated speed of 3.6 kmph. The prevailing active Southwest monsoon, with rough seas and strong winds, presented challenging conditions for responders.&nbsp;Despite the adverse conditions, ICG personnel continued their operations with resilience, navigating dangerous waters littered with floating containers and ensuring safe diversion of all merchant traffic away from the affected zone. By 2 pm Sunday, the spill was assessed to have spread over an area of approximately two square kilometres.&nbsp;&nbsp;Further, more than 100 containers were observed floating near the site, with some breaking apart and their contents scattered in adjacent waters. Mariners have been issued advisories to maintain a sharp lookout and exercise caution, as metallic shipping containers coming in contact with a vessel’s propeller or other systems could cause serious damage.&nbsp;ICG continues intensive surveillance and spill mitigation through air operations and deployment of Oil Spill Dispersant Chemicals using specialised equipment. Two ICG Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) remain on-site for ongoing monitoring, assessment, and pollution response. In addition, the ICG has mobilised ICG Ship Samudra Prahari, a specialised Pollution Response Vessel carrying significant quantities of Oil dispersing chemicals, along with additional OPVs in Pollution Response configuration.&nbsp;On Sunday, a coordination meeting was convened by the Directorate General of Shipping, bringing together key stakeholders including ICG, vessel owners, managers, Kerala state authorities, and others to implement an integrated response strategy. Ship managing firm MSC has appointed T&amp;T Salvage for cleanup and recovery operations, including container and cargo retrieval and oil removal from the wreck.As per directives under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kochi, has issued a warning to the sunken vessel’s owners regarding pollution liability. The ICG has also advised the state administration to prepare for shoreline cleanup operations and to caution local communities against handling any debris or cargo that may wash ashore.

As of 11 am Sunday, the oil slick was observed drifting in an east-southeast direction at an estimated speed of 3.6 kmph. The prevailing active Southwest monsoon, with rough seas and strong winds, presented challenging conditions for responders.

Since the morning hours of Sunday, 25th May, when the Liberian-flagged cargo vessel MSC ELSA3 sank off the Kerala coast, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) assets have been combating the resultant oil spill and marine pollution. Oil spills are major maritime disasters that have the potential to cause serious damage to the economy and biodiversity of the affected region. Notably, the Kerala coast, which is at direct risk from this marine accident is rich in marine life and is a popular tourist hub. According to the ICG, within 2-3 hours of the cargo vessel’s sinking, their surveillance aircraft detected the presence of an oil slick at the site. Following which, ICG ship Saksham, already on standby in Pollution Response (PR) configuration, was immediately deployed to begin counter-pollution operations. In parallel, a Dornier aircraft was launched for aerial assessment and the dispersal of Oil Spill Dispersant (OSD) across a wide area. As of 11 am Sunday, the oil slick was observed drifting in an east-southeast direction at an estimated speed of 3.6 kmph. The prevailing active Southwest monsoon, with rough seas and strong winds, presented challenging conditions for responders. Despite the adverse conditions, ICG personnel continued their operations with resilience, navigating dangerous waters littered with floating containers and ensuring safe diversion of all merchant traffic away from the affected zone. By 2 pm Sunday, the spill was assessed to have spread over an area of approximately two square kilometres. Further, more than 100 containers were observed floating near the site, with some breaking apart and their contents scattered in adjacent waters. Mariners have been issued advisories to maintain a sharp lookout and exercise caution, as metallic shipping containers coming in contact with a vessel’s propeller or other systems could cause serious damage. ICG continues intensive surveillance and spill mitigation through air operations and deployment of Oil Spill Dispersant Chemicals using specialised equipment. Two ICG Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) remain on-site for ongoing monitoring, assessment, and pollution response. In addition, the ICG has mobilised ICG Ship Samudra Prahari, a specialised Pollution Response Vessel carrying significant quantities of Oil dispersing chemicals, along with additional OPVs in Pollution Response configuration. On Sunday, a coordination meeting was convened by the Directorate General of Shipping, bringing together key stakeholders including ICG, vessel owners, managers, Kerala state authorities, and others to implement an integrated response strategy. Ship managing firm MSC has appointed T&T Salvage for cleanup and recovery operations, including container and cargo retrieval and oil removal from the wreck. As per directives under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kochi, has issued a warning to the sunken vessel’s owners regarding pollution liability. The ICG has also advised the state administration to prepare for shoreline cleanup operations and to caution local communities against handling any debris or cargo that may wash ashore.

As of 11 am Sunday, the oil slick was observed drifting in an east-southeast direction at an estimated speed of 3.6 kmph. The prevailing active Southwest monsoon, with rough seas and strong winds, presented challenging conditions for responders.

Here’s how Indian Coast Guard is cleaning up oil spill off Kerala

A new study has revealed that Siberian rivers are contributing to rising pollution in the Arctic as warming temperatures and altered ocean currents change how pollutants travel. The findings, from a year-long Arctic expedition, highlight the growing unpredictability of pollution routes due to climate change and raise concerns over the long-term impact on Arctic ecosystems.

Major Siberian Rivers Contributing To Polluting Arctic Ocean

Climate change shifting Arctic pollution routes, Siberian rivers blamed

#Gravitas A global study has revealed that only 9.5% of all plastic produced worldwide in 2022 came from recycled sources.

Only 9.5% of plastic produced in 2022 came from recycling

India's solar power sector is facing a new and unexpected challenge: rising atmospheric pollution. Experts warn that the increasing levels of suspended particulate matter, or SPM, are negatively impacting the efficiency of solar panels.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>
A 2019 study indicated that concentrations of SPM above 100 micrograms per cubic meter could reduce solar panel efficiency by 15-25 per cent. During peak pollution seasons, some solar installations in northern India have already reported output losses of up to 30 per cent.<o:p></o:p>
<h2>Smog reduces India&rsquo;s solar potential</h2>
The irony is that while India has been making significant strides in adopting solar energy, it is also struggling with severe air pollution. Smog and dust particles in the atmosphere scatter sunlight, directly reducing the amount of solar radiation reaching panels.&nbsp; Experts argue that while the shift to renewable energy sources, like solar, is crucial for mitigating climate change, the very pollution that solar power is meant to combat is affecting its performance. In fact, recent studies predict that by mid-century, India&rsquo;s solar generation potential could be reduced by 600-850 GWh due to air pollution and rising temperatures.
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Regions in the north, west, and south, where solar capacity is concentrated, are expected to face the most significant challenges. Moreover, the accumulation of dust on solar panels further hampers their efficiency, requiring frequent cleaning. Unfortunately, many solar farms are located in water-scarce areas, leading to tensions with local communities over water use.<o:p></o:p>
While some government policies, such as shifting to electric vehicles, aim to reduce emissions, critics point out that the electric power needed to charge these vehicles still largely comes from coal-based plants. Therefore, a comprehensive approach addressing both air pollution and climate change is needed to ensure India&rsquo;s solar energy potential is fully realised.<o:p></o:p>
(With the inputs from the agencies)<o:p></o:p>

Business & Economy: Experts warn that the increasing levels of suspended particulate matter, or SPM, are negatively impacting the efficiency of solar panels.

India's solar power sector is facing a new and unexpected challenge: rising atmospheric pollution. Experts warn that the increasing levels of suspended particulate matter, or SPM, are negatively impacting the efficiency of solar panels. A 2019 study indicated that concentrations of SPM above 100 micrograms per cubic meter could reduce solar panel efficiency by 15-25 per cent. During peak pollution seasons, some solar installations in northern India have already reported output losses of up to 30 per cent. Smog reduces India’s solar potential The irony is that while India has been making significant strides in adopting solar energy, it is also struggling with severe air pollution. Smog and dust particles in the atmosphere scatter sunlight, directly reducing the amount of solar radiation reaching panels. Experts argue that while the shift to renewable energy sources, like solar, is crucial for mitigating climate change, the very pollution that solar power is meant to combat is affecting its performance. In fact, recent studies predict that by mid-century, India’s solar generation potential could be reduced by 600-850 GWh due to air pollution and rising temperatures. Regions in the north, west, and south, where solar capacity is concentrated, are expected to face the most significant challenges. Moreover, the accumulation of dust on solar panels further hampers their efficiency, requiring frequent cleaning. Unfortunately, many solar farms are located in water-scarce areas, leading to tensions with local communities over water use. While some government policies, such as shifting to electric vehicles, aim to reduce emissions, critics point out that the electric power needed to charge these vehicles still largely comes from coal-based plants. Therefore, a comprehensive approach addressing both air pollution and climate change is needed to ensure India’s solar energy potential is fully realised. (With the inputs from the agencies)

Pollution hurts solar power efficiency in India

Less than 1% of India’s ₹858 crore pollution fund has been spent in 2024-25, sparking outrage. A parliamentary panel is shocked by the underutilization, as toxic air continues to choke cities like Delhi. Experts urge immediate action, including heat action plans, to combat rising pollution levels.

India’s ₹858 crore pollution fund remains unused as air worsens

The toxic smog that settles over the Mongolian capital every winter has been a suffocating problem for more than a decade that successive governments have failed to dispel. Watch this report for more details!

Mongolia's children choke in toxic pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa Saturday announced that the Delhi government will stop providing petrol to vehicles older than 15 years at fuel stations across the city, beginning April 1.

Delhi govt announces measures to curb pollution, public buses in Delhi to be phased out

As night falls on the Atacama Desert in northern Chile four giant telescopes turn their gaze towards the star-strewn heavens. The driest place on Earth is the best place to observe the universe, with darkness offering dazzling spectacles of cosmic wonder...However scientists say, A huge green energy project, part of Chile's plans to become carbon neutral, risks clouding the view...

Atacama skies at risk from green energy push

According to a new study, a quarter of freshwater animals, including fish and insects, are at high risk of extinction due to threats such as pollution, dams, and farming. Freshwater ecosystems, including rivers, lakes, and wetlands, cover less than 1% of Earth's surface, but they host more than 10% of known species. These ecosystems also support the livelihoods of billions of people...Watch in for more details!

Freshwater diversity under substantial stress: Study

GRAP-4 restrictions have been enforced in Delhi and Noida as air pollution levels reach 'severe' categories. The move aims to control the harmful effects of the hazardous air quality in the region. Watch in for more details!

India: GRAP-4 Restrictions Back In Delhi As Air Quality Dips

GRAP-4 restrictions have been enforced in Delhi and Noida as air pollution levels reach 'severe' categories. The move aims to control the harmful effects of the hazardous air quality in the region.



India: GRAP-4 Imposed Due to 'Severe' Pollution in Delhi and Noida |

The air quality in Delhi-NCR has worsened to 'severe' levels once again, prompting the imposition of GRAP-4 restrictions. These measures aim to curb pollution and improve air quality in the region, which has been struggling with smog and harmful air.

GRAP-4 Restrictions Enforced in Delhi-NCR as Air Quality Hits ‘Severe’ Levels Again

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