September 19, 2024, 09:52 AM - 1 min read
The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been implemented earlier than the usual date of October 1 to control air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region during winter, as per officials.
Read moreAugust 28, 2024, 10:25 AM - 5 min read
According to the report, the most polluted region in India, the northern plains, experienced a 17.2 per cent reduction in particulate levels in 2022 compared to 2021.
Read moreAugust 27, 2024, 03:17 PM - 3 min read
Air pollution in Indian districts has been found to exceed national standards, leading to an increased risk of death across all age groups.
Read moreAugust 23, 2024, 06:50 PM - 5 min read
A study utilising non-intrusive remote sensing technology to measure the emissions of on-road vehicles found CNG vehicles emitted high levels of nitrogen oxide (NOx) and vehicles meeting newer pollution norms emitting lower NOx than other vehicles, making it evident that it is crucial to focus on the actual emissions from vehicles on the road, not just their lab results.
Read moreAugust 17, 2024, 09:02 AM - 2 min read
Rai emphasised that the action plan, focusing on 14 critical areas, will target issues such as vehicular emissions, dust pollution, stubble burning, and waste management.
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