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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Demands Coordinated Action on Air Pollution Crisis at Northern Zonal Council Meeting
Nov 17, 2025 11:31 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta urged neighboring states for immediate joint action on air pollution at the Northern Zonal Council meeting chaired by Amit Shah. With Delhi's AQI at 351 in the "very poor" category, Gupta advocated for stricter controls on stubble burning, industrial emissions, dust management, and zero-emission transport following Supreme Court criticism of inadequate environmental enforcement in Punjab and Haryana.
Supreme Court Balances Environmental Concerns with Development in Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 17, 2025 09:33 pm CST
The Supreme Court has refused to impose a blanket construction ban in Delhi despite very poor AQI, emphasizing the need to balance environmental protection with development. The Court has requested the Centre to formulate long-term solutions to tackle Delhi's air pollution crisis by November 19, while addressing concerns about air quality monitoring systems and maintaining the structured implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan.
Supreme Court Warns of "Permanent Damage" as Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Hazardous Levels
Nov 13, 2025 06:32 pm CST
The Supreme Court has issued an urgent warning about "permanent damage" from Delhi's severe air pollution, encouraging virtual court appearances despite mask use. With AQI exceeding 400, GRAP-III restrictions are in effect while the court seeks updates from Punjab and Haryana on stubble burning mitigation efforts.
Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Dangerous Levels as Farm Fires Contribute 22% to Pollution
Nov 13, 2025 10:48 am CST
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'severe' category for a second consecutive day, with an AQI of 418. Stubble burning in neighboring states contributed 22.4% to pollution levels, posing serious health risks to residents. Weather forecasts predict a slight improvement with temperatures continuing to drop and shallow fog expected on Thursday.
Supreme Court Demands Stubble Burning Prevention Report as Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Severe Levels
Nov 12, 2025 07:13 pm CST
The Supreme Court has directed Punjab and Haryana governments to submit detailed affidavits on measures taken to prevent stubble burning as Delhi's air quality index exceeds 450 in multiple locations, reaching "severe" levels despite GRAP-III implementation. The court expressed dissatisfaction with states' inability to prevent seasonal pollution spikes despite repeated judicial directives.
Supreme Court Addresses Worsening Delhi Air Quality as Stubble Burning Intensifies in Punjab and Haryana
Nov 11, 2025 09:19 pm CST
The Supreme Court is set to issue orders addressing stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana that is significantly worsening Delhi-NCR's air quality. Despite previous court directives, farmers continue burning crop residue with impunity, contributing to Delhi's first severe air pollution day. The Commission for Air Quality Management has been asked to present an affidavit detailing preventive measures, while concerns about non-functional monitoring stations during Diwali have also been raised.
Delhi Implements GRAP-3 as Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Severe' Levels: What You Need to Know
Nov 11, 2025 01:20 pm CST
Delhi has activated Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-3) after air quality reached 'Severe' levels with an AQI of 425. This implementation brings strict restrictions on construction activities, vehicle usage, and school operations while aiming to combat dangerous pollution levels. Despite this surge, overall air quality metrics for 2025 show improvement compared to previous years, with significant reductions in farm fires across Punjab and Haryana.
Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis: How Citizens Are Normalizing a Public Health Emergency
Nov 10, 2025 06:07 pm CST
This article examines Delhi's dangerous normalization of air pollution, exploring how political failure, data manipulation, and public resignation have created a situation where citizens defend their right to pollute rather than demanding clean air. The piece reveals the concerning shift from protest to acceptance as residents adapt to living with toxic conditions that reduce lifespans by a decade.
60% Increase in Stubble Burning Across Six States Worsens Delhi's Air Quality Crisis
Nov 10, 2025 04:37 pm CST
Delhi faces worsening air pollution as satellite data reveals a 60% spike in stubble burning incidents across six neighboring states within 24 hours. Punjab leads with 3,622 cases since September, while Madhya Pradesh recorded 353 incidents in a single day, raising environmental concerns and triggering political debates as authorities seek solutions to this seasonal crisis.
CAQM Urges Punjab to Accelerate Stubble Burning Prevention While Praising Haryana's Significant Progress
Nov 09, 2025 12:46 am CST
The Commission for Air Quality Management has called for urgent action from Punjab to address stubble burning incidents, as the state shows only marginal improvement with 3,284 fire incidents recorded between September 15 and November 6. Meanwhile, Haryana has demonstrated significant progress, reducing farm fires by 76% compared to last year through proactive enforcement and improved crop residue management approaches.