Air Pollution
CAQM panel proposes 100% electric cars in Delhi-NCR by 2030
The expert panel has recommended a phased shift to electric cars from 2027, and faster scrappage of older petrol and diesel vehicles.
5 min read8 Oct 2026Delhi's free-pass for mid-size electric trucks finds no takers
As Delhi tries to reduce its pollution levels through electric vehicle policies, the lack of interest in N2 e-trucks raises concerns. With only diesel and CNG trucks filling the gap, the path to greener logistics seems uncertain
4 min read2 Oct 2026NCR power plants face strict emissions monitoring as annual pollution season draws near
The seasonal deterioration of air quality in the NCR in winter is caused by low wind speeds and a shallow atmospheric mixing layer, limiting the dispersion of pollutants and increasing the risk of prolonged episodes of poor air quality.
4 min read13 Sep 2026Delhi begins seven-month clean-air campaign, seeks citizens’ active participation
The Delhi government is empowering citizens to tackle air pollution through a broad campaign focusing on awareness and action.
2 min read8 Sep 2026Delhi-NCR unveils seven-month pollution plan as winter smog looms
Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and other NCR states will step up public outreach and crop-residue management while retaining enforcement against polluters.
2 min read3 Sep 2026From kitchen smoke to traffic fumes: Are Indians underestimating everyday lung cancer risks linked to air pollution?
Lung cancer in India is rising not just due to smoking but also from everyday air pollution. Doctors warn that kitchen smoke, traffic fumes and industrial dust can damage lung tissue, trigger inflammation and raise cancer risk.
3 min read23 Aug 2026PM2.5 may damage more than lungs: Experts warn air pollution could trigger hair loss
Experts warn that PM2.5 pollution not only affects lungs but may also harm hair follicles. Long-term exposure links it to alopecia areata, indicating air pollution's systemic health risks beyond respiratory issues.
2 min read5 Jul 2026Mint Quick Edit | Delhi's air-quality plan may need a cost-benefit analysis once it’s tested out this winter
New anti-pollution rules aim to relieve India’s capital of its annual toxic air crisis. Well-meaning moves, however, could be let down by their own complexity. How the plan works out would need a hard-nosed assessment.
1 min read3 Jul 2026GRAP-I restrictions imposed in Delhi-NCR as air quality turns 'poor'
Delhi-NCR has entered the 'poor' air quality category, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management to implement stage one measures under the Graded Response Action Plan.
2 min read19 May 2026Native logic: Urban Company bets on Diwali launch of AC-purifier hybrid to scale consumer durables business
This strategic move marks Urban Company's expansion beyond beauty services, aiming to capture a rapidly growing market.
5 min read28 Apr 2026Wait for it…
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