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Violation of guidelines? Here’s what’s wrong with Hitachi’s ‘recycling’ of e-waste

Air conditioner manufacturer Johnson Controls-Hitachi, now owned by the Bosch group in India, has allowed bids from recyclers far below the government-mandated floor price for e-waste, copies of internal records seen by Newslaundry show.

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June 5, 2025: Taking stock of AQI measures on World Environment Day

For this episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry reached the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change on World Environment Day. The AQI at the nearest monitoring station was pegged at 137 or in the moderate category, as per the CPCB data.

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May 22, 2025: The air around Delhi’s forests

For this episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry reached the Hauz Rani City Forest – among the several green spaces in South Delhi. Despite the green cover, the AQI at the nearest monitoring station was pegged at 155 or in the moderate category. As per CPCB data, PM2.5 levels were…

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Price caps on e-waste recycling will curb irresponsible disposal: Modi govt to Delhi HC

Can increased payouts to recyclers prevent irresponsible disposal of e-waste in the country? Yes, the Narendra Modi government has informed the Delhi High Court.

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A corporate mutiny threatens India’s e-wonderland dream

In just five years, India’s electronic waste has exploded from 11.4 lakh metric tonnes to a staggering 17.5 lakh metric tonnes – a 72 percent increase that equals the weight of 3.24 lakh adult Indian elephants.

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‘Delhi air quality data unreliable’: CAG report confirms Newslaundry probe

Nearly three months after Newslaundry’s investigation revealed that almost every air pollution monitoring station in Delhi is either blocked by trees and buildings or too close to busy roads, leading to faulty data, a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India has confirmed our findings.

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Data ‘discrepancies’ clouding NCAP progress: Report

A report by the Center for Research on Energy and Air has pointed out discrepancies in India’s air quality data, raising questions about the progress recorded by the National Clean Air Programme.

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Ganga purity study was shady from the start. But media amplified it unquestioned

On February 20, the Uttar Pradesh government issued a statement which quoted a Padma Shri awardee scientist to “debunk doubts” about the purity of Ganga water amid the Mahakumbh. This came days after the Central Pollution Control Board had pointed out that faecal coliform levels in the river were 13…

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Reporters Without Orders Ep 359: Truth behind locals ‘fleeing’ Sambhal, cash for Delhi stampede victims

This week, host Anmol Pritam is joined by Newslaundry’s Avdhesh Kumar and Shivnarayan Rajpurohit.

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IMD warns of hailstorm, thunderstorm in parts of Uttar Pradesh

The Meteorological Department also noted that a major cloud mass, associated with a western disturbance, is moving away from the Indian region. As a result, weather activity is expected to reduce from today in northwest India. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Akhilesh Yadav on Mahakumbh faecal contamination: 'People are raising questions'

SP Supremo alleged that after the assembly address of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, the 'janta' asked if this was 'contempt' of a report of a government authority. Read further on Dynamite News:

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High levels of faecal bacteria found in river Ganges as millions take Kumbh dip

Pollution concerns rise as millions take ritual dips in the Ganges

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Mahakumbh waters unsafe for bathing: A report finds faecal bacteria 13 times over safe limit

A Central Pollution Control Board report filed in the National Green Tribunal reveals that at several ghats in Prayagraj, where crores of devotees are attending the Mahakumbh, the water is unfit for bathing. In some locations, faecal coliform levels – indicating human and animal waste – were 13 times the…

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Improved river water quality post-monitoring; but fecal contamination persists during Maha Kumbh: CPCB report

By January 13, 2025, the river water quality met the bathing criteria concerning BOD, except for the area around the Lord Curzon Bridge on the Ganga River on January 19, 2025. Read further on Dynamite News:

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River water Quality shows Improvement, but fecal contamination remains a concern: CPCB Report

In a recent report, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) about the water quality of rivers with respect to Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj: Here's how it can impact human health

The Ganga River holds immense religious importance, attracting millions of devotees who take a holy dip in its waters, especially in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. Recent reports from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) have raised alarming concerns about the presence of faecal coliform bacteria in the river at…

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Central Pollution Control Board gets new Chairman

Amandeep Garg (IAS: 1999: HP), Additional Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, has been entrusted with additional charge of Chairman, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Orange alert' for Delhi-NCR; dense fog expected: Here's what it means for health and how to stay safe

Dense fog conditions are likely to prevail in Delhi NCR, according to the India Meteorological Department. An orange alert was issued regarding the same. Air quality monitoring stations in Delhi have reported concerning pollution levels across the city. According to CPCB data, the AQI of the national capital recorded 285.…

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Delhi sees cleanest December air since AQI system introduced

On Monday, the city’s AQI was recorded at 173, the "moderate" category. While on Sunday it was in poor category. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi curbs industrial activities and limits offices to 50% capacity as air quality plummets

As AQI surpasses 440, constructions halted, older vehicles restricted, and schools under review

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Delhi NCR: Air quality touches 'severe category'; Crosses 400 mark

Meanwhile, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) classified the local air quality in the "Very Poor" category. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Coldest December morning as temperature drops to 4.9 degree Celsius

Delhi woke up to the coldest December morning on Wednesday as the minimum temperature dropped to 4.9 degree Celsius. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi: Air quality remains 'poor'; Layer of smog limits visibility

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI in Delhi was recorded 231 as of 8.00 am on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi registers drop in air pollution, records 'moderate' air quality

Residents in Delhi took a sigh of relief on Thursday as the air quality index in the National Capital. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Smog blankets Delhi, air quality remains 'very poor'

A thick layer of smog engulfed the national capital on Friday while the air quality index in Delhi remained in the 'very poor' category, according to the CPCB. Read further on Dynamite News:

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