Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has opened six new continuous air quality monitoring stations in Delhi, stating that air pollution is a "year-round challenge" and not just seasonal. She also launched the 'Vayu Rakshak' initiative, involving vehicles with teams to enforce pollution norms.

In a major citizen-centric move with significant environmental implications, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) will offer free cremation services at all electric and CNG-based crematoriums in the national capital. The decision, described by officials as a “mega step”, aims to promote eco-friendly last rites while easing the financial burden on bereaved families.

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The report highlights gaps in implementation, uneven monitoring networks, and limited scope of current programmes, while urging long-term measures, crop diversification, and incentives for cleaner transport and electric vehicles.

The EWS was widely off the mark for Saturday, forecasting an AQI of ‘very poor’ which would deteriorate to ‘severe’ by Sunday.

NCR cities Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, and Noida face severe air pollution, while Delhi's air quality nears danger. Conditions expected to worsen.

NCR cities Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, and Noida face severe air pollution, while Delhi's air quality nears danger. Conditions expected to worsen.

Delhi's air quality hit a season high of 391 AQI, with 24 stations reporting 'severe' levels; inconsistencies raise concerns over data accuracy.

According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board, while Delhi’s air quality index stood at around 370 (‘very poor’), Gurgaon's was at 238 (‘poor’) thanks to winds and terrain easing pollution there.

Ahead of a Supreme Court decision, people in Delhi are split on "green crackers". Some residents support the eco-friendly fireworks for Diwali, while others are against any firecrackers because of the city's poor air quality.

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The Supreme Court may allow "green crackers" in the Delhi area for Diwali, but only on a trial basis. This means they would be permitted as a test to see how they affect the city's air quality.

"Green crackers" are set to return for Diwali in Delhi, but their sale is waiting for a final decision from the Supreme Court. These special fireworks are known for causing about 30% less pollution compared to traditional ones.

"Green crackers" are back for sale this Diwali. However, experts are warning that these fireworks are still a problem. While they are less polluting than normal ones, they still release harmful smoke and will add to the capital's toxic air.

The Supreme Court is thinking about partially lifting its ban on firecrackers for Diwali in the Delhi area. This means some types of fireworks might be allowed, but it is not a full return to normal and certain restrictions will likely remain.

The court’s reversal comes months after another bench led by Justice Abhay S Oka reaffirmed Delhi’s firecracker ban — extended to NCR states in April.

With nine days until Diwali, there is a problem with the government's plan for eco-friendly fireworks. The plan is struggling because there aren't enough of these 'green' crackers available for sale.