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We are unnecessarily being targeted, defamed for Delhi air pollution, say Punjab farmers

Bharti Kisan Union (Ugrahan) general secretary Sukhdev Singh Kokrikalan asked how it was possible that smoke from crop residue burning in Punjab could cause air pollution only in Delhi and not in Jalandhar, Amritsar and other districts of the State.

The Hindu

Masks are back, construction banned and schools shut as toxic air engulfs New Delhi

Masks are back on the New Delhi streets as residents grapple with the annual surge in air pollution that has engulfed the Indian capital region

The Independent UK

Air pollution | SC orders Delhi and neighbouring States to stop stubble burning immediately

SC directs Punjab, Haryana, UP & Rajasthan to "immediately stop crop residue burning" to reduce Delhi's air pollution. A meeting to be held on November 8 to ensure "better picture and some redemption" by November 10. All stakeholders to connect to discuss the issue

The Hindu

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Celebrate, but not at the cost of the environment, says Supreme Court

Days before Deepavali celebrations, the Supreme Court clarified on Tuesday that its orders to minimise air and noise pollution caused by firecrackers bind States across the country and not just Delhi National Capital Region. “Celebrations can take place, but with some moderation,” Justice M.M. Sundresh, on the Bench, said.

The Hindu

EU poised to water down new car pollution rules after industry lobbying

Exclusive: Nitrogen dioxide limits and approval tests practically unchanged from current rules under Euro 7 proposals

The Guardian - UK

Marginal dip in pollution levels in Delhi; AQI in 'very poor' category

Delhi Air Quality: Pollution levels in Delhi marginally dipped on Tuesday morning (November 7) and were recorded in the “very poor” category after five consecutive days of severe air quality.

The Hindu

Chiang Mai seeks solution to smog

As the smog season draws nearer, Chiang Mai tourism operators are urging the government to speed up the passage of the Clean Air Act to reduce pollution from the agricultural sector.

Bangkok Post

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Ulez inspired us, say finalists for Prince William climate prize

Polish Smog Alert are hoping to scoop the Earthshot Prize for their work in reducing air pollution in their home country

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan announces new funding to help London boroughs tackle air pollution

Previous rounds of funding have enabled the installation of electric vehicle chargers, cycle parking spots and new green spaces

Evening Standard

HC issues notices to Centre, State, and chemical industrial units over releasing hazardous waste in Jeedimetla industrial area

Telangana HC issues notices to Central & State govts & 70 pharma & chemical units in Jeedimetla over PIL seeking relocation due to hazardous effluents. Social worker P.L.N. Rao filed petition alleging officials of C & TS Pollution Control Boards not responding to his rep. Pungent smell making people vulnerable…

The Hindu

Delhi's air quality remains severe, no relief expected in the coming days

PUNE: The air quality in the Indian capital, Delhi, has continued to deteriorate, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 454 in the Severe category on November 5, 2023. This alarming level of air pollution poses a significant health risk to the residents of Delhi.

The Times of India

Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, Supreme Court says

The Hindu Evening Wrap on November 06, 2023

The Hindu

Delhi's air quality remains 'severe' for 4th day on trot; odd-even scheme returns

NEW DELHI: Delhi experienced alarmingly high levels of air pollution on Monday, reaching seven to eight times above safe standards.

The Times of India

Delhi: Fire department starts sprinkling water at 13 pollution hotspots

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) has initiated a water-sprinkling operation at 13 identified pollution hotspots in the city to address the escalating air pollution crisis, according to officials on Monday.

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Instead of 'helping' Haryana, focus on Delhi's pollution problem, Khattar tells Kejriwal

Khattar asks Kejriwal to focus on Delhi air pollution after the Delhi CM offered help to implement 'Mukhyamantri Teerth Yatra' scheme. Khattar says Haryana is capable of implementing welfare schemes, offers help if Kejriwal faces any problems in governing Delhi

Dynamite News

Air Pollution: Odd-even scheme for vehicles returns in Delhi from November 13 to 20

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced the scheme on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Do you think pollution is going to end if we set up committees: SC to petitioner

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea seeking the setting up of a permanent expert committee at the district level for assessment of pollution

The Times of India

NCR pollution: Odd-even rule in Delhi from November 13-20 amid worsening air quality

NEW DELHI: Odd-even rule for commute in Delhi is back from November 13-20 amid worsening air quality.

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Severe or worse air quality in Delhi for 4th day on trot

Air Pollution in Delhi: NCR’s air quality worsens to ‘severe plus’ for 2nd time in 3 days. Pollution levels 7-8x govt-prescribed safe limit.

The Times of India

BAN vs SL, ODI World Cup: When and where to watch, head-to-head, live telecast, live streaming, predicted playing XIs, venue

NEW DELHI: The World Cup clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, scheduled to take place in the national capital, hangs in the balance due to severe air pollution. The well-being of the players is now taking precedence over the contest as a thick layer of toxic haze has once again…

The Hindu

U.P. looks to tackle pollution by ‘dust control audits’ in construction sites

UPPCB directs officials to intensify visits to construction sites to match self-declared data with actual situation. 17 cities in UP declared non-attainment cities due to high levels of air pollution. SC directs UP govt to file affidavit on steps taken to control air pollution.

The Hindu

Giving the urban Indian a better life

The overall development strategy of urban development in India needs a paradigm shift, with a need to look sustainable and ecological urbanisation

The Hindu

Tiding over: On north India and its annual air quality inflection point in November

November, which has in recent years emerged as the critical month in north India for pollution, especially air pollution, remains to be tamed

The Hindu

Villagers demand closure of polluting rice mill

Alleging that Sri Shanti Udyog Rice Mill at Gangavathi taluk in Koppal district was causing air pollution, people from Hosa Hirebenakal staged a demonstration outside the mill and demanded its closure.

The Hindu

Now, tourists have to pay to see the rising sun from Vanjangi viewpoint near Paderu

Entry of private vehicles banned on Vanjangi hill to check pollution, accidents on ghat road. Tourists wanting to reach the top of the hill to enjoy the enchanting view of sunrise and chillout in hanging clouds will have to park their vehicles at the foothill and take a jeep ride…

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