Delhi is currently experiencing a rise in air pollution, with toxic foam seen in the Yamuna River and smog covering the city. The Air Quality Index (AQI) has fallen to 226, categorized as ‘Poor,’ with some areas reaching ‘Very Poor’ levels. Residents are experiencing breathing discomfort and respiratory issues due to the pollution. Suggestions have…
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is taking proactive measures to combat air pollution by enforcing dust mitigation measures at construction sites. They have issued fines against dust polluters and violators of public hygiene rules. The council has deployed mechanical road sweepers, engaged anti-smog guns, and implemented water sprinkling on trees and shrubs to reduce…
To tackle air pollution ahead of Diwali, Delhi Pollution Control Committee has imposed a ban on firecrackers in the National Capital Territory until January 1, 2025. This ban includes manufacturing, storage, sale, and online delivery of all types of fireworks. The decision follows the Delhi government’s earlier announcement to ban all firecrackers until 2025, including…
The central government is planning to launch an online system to detect diesel and petrol vehicles older than 10 and 15 years on Delhi roads without valid fitness and pollution certificates. This system, called “e-detection,” will automatically generate e-challans for such vehicles, making it difficult for old polluting vehicles from other states to enter Delhi….