The report highlights the poor implementation of the mandatory PUCC rule in Delhi. Although the rule requires vehicles to carry a valid pollution certificate, enforcement remains inconsistent. Many vehicle owners rush to petrol pumps for last-minute checks due to fear of fines.

Environmentalists have raised concerns over the Centre’s decision to reduce the budget allocation for pollution control at a time when air quality in many cities remains poor to very poor. They said the funding is inadequate to address the growing public health crisis caused by pollution.

Minimum temperature dropped by one degree, AQI recorded at 244.

After nearly two weeks of severe air pollution, Rohtak saw some relief as wind speed increased, helping to clear the air.

PM2.5 levels in Rohtak have crossed the severe mark of 400 for the third time in a month, raising serious concerns over air quality.

Rohtak recorded temporary improvement in air quality as strong winds helped disperse pollutants, though experts warned the relief was due to weather conditions and not systemic action.

Rohtak recorded a sharp rise in daily average AQI in November despite a significant reduction in stubble-burning incidents in Haryana. Experts say transport emissions and local pollution sources are major contributors.

The article highlights a significant imbalance in vehicle growth in Haryana, leading to increased pollution due to private transport

The report reveals serious negligence by the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB). Out of 37 Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS) set up across the state, 35 remained non-functional for several months.

रोहतक में प्रदूषण का स्तर लगातार बढ़ता जा रहा है। गुरुवार शाम जिले का एक्यूआई 357 तक पहुंच गया, जो दिल्ली के आनंद विहार (305) से भी ज्यादा रहा। सिर्फ 24 घंटों में ही प्रदूषण में 109 अंकों की बढ़ोतरी दर्ज की गई। वाहनों और औद्योगिक इकाइयों से निकलने वाले धुएं के कारण शहर की हवा लगातार खराब हो रही है। विशेषज्ञों के अनुसार, तापमान में गिरावट के साथ प्रदूषण और बढ़ने की आशंका है।

The Haryana Pollution Control Board's data for 28 cities, including Rohtak, has raised questions about its accuracy. Despite monitoring pollution levels, concerns have been raised about the reliability of the figures, especially regarding air quality in rural areas. Authorities are under scrutiny for not addressing these issues properly.

The study shows that traffic jams in Lucknow are pushing air pollution to very dangerous levels. Heavy use of private vehicles and poor traffic management are key reasons, and experts warn that urgent action is needed to protect public health.

The study highlights that severe air pollution and traffic congestion in Lucknow are lowering life expectancy.

A report presented in Lucknow highlights that the city's severe traffic jams, air pollution, and rising number of private vehicles are a major concern.

According to a report released by Climate Agenda, government subsidies have helped increase the sale of electric vehicles (EVs) in Uttar Pradesh. However, the report highlights that the lack of charging stations and poor charging facilities remain major challenges.

Heavy traffic in Patna has sharply increased petrol use and air pollution.

Patna plans a new transport strategy to cut traffic and improve air quality.

The article discusses two new studies presented in Patna on 28 August 2025. The reports analyse the city's transport challenges and the state's electric vehicle (EV) policy.

The article discusses two new studies presented in Patna on 28 August 2025. The reports analyse the city's transport challenges and the state's electric vehicle (EV) policy.

Experts urge Patna to promote electric vehicles to cut pollution and improve transport.