The Latest Breaking News from Pollution

MPCB orders 50% cut in production by HPCL, Tata Power, Aegis Logistics & Sealord Containers to curb air pollution in Mumbai. Bank guarantee of ₹10 lakh & ₹5 lakh forfeited for Aegis Logistics & Sealord Containers respectively. Two RMC plants closed down. MPCB to monitor emissions from BPCL, HPCL, RCF,…

Global warming is causing changes in wind patterns, resulting in heat waves, humidity, and pollution in Mumbai. Urban adaptations, such as green infrastructure, public transport, and air filters, are needed to reduce the consequences of these hazards. Early-warning systems are also necessary to protect vulnerable populations.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital was recorded at 336 on Wednesday morning bringing the air quality under the 'very poor' category for the fourth day in a row and the third straight day this week.

The BCCI has prohibited the use of fireworks in Delhi and Mumbai for the remaining ICC World Cup matches at the two places, citing deteriorating air quality.

Seven-year study of 12,000 residents of Delhi and Chennai finds link between PM2.5 particles and increased blood sugar levels

Sirens, drilling, the screech of the Tube... The battle for quiet is an increasingly fraught one in our capital city — and it's posing an increasing threat to our long-term health. Katie Strick reports

BCCI bans fireworks at Delhi and Mumbai World Cup games due to worsening air quality. Delhi AQI at "very poor" level for 5 days, Bombay High Court expresses concern over deteriorating air quality in Mumbai

Janta Dal (United)‘s Dhananjay Singh and his supporters booked for taking out rally in Jaunpur in violation of prohibitory orders and causing noise pollution. FIR lodged under IPC 188 & Noise Pollution (Regulation & Control) Rules.

As waste-to-energy leaders meet in Sydney, a chemical engineer has warned of ultra-fine pollutants being spread to communities near incinerators.