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Supreme Court PIL Addresses Critical Air Pollution Health Emergency Across India
Nov 06, 2025 09:02 pm CST
A public interest litigation filed in India's Supreme Court addresses the nationwide health emergency caused by dangerous air pollution levels, with PM2.5 concentrations 20 times above WHO safety standards. The petition calls for urgent judicial intervention to strengthen monitoring infrastructure and enforce environmental laws to protect citizens' fundamental right to clean air.
Delhi's Air Quality Plunges to 'Very Poor' After Diwali Celebrations Despite Green Cracker Usage
Oct 21, 2025 10:35 am CST
Delhi experienced 'very poor' air quality with an AQI of 347 following Diwali celebrations, despite Supreme Court's allowance of green crackers. While slightly better than last year's post-Diwali readings, most monitoring stations across the city reported concerning pollution levels, with Wazirpur reaching the 'severe' category at 408. Green crackers, which produce 30% less pollution than conventional ones, were permitted in designated time slots as authorities attempted to balance tradition with public health concerns.