Tag: Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)

Ban on BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel 4-wheelers in Delhi amid rising pollution levels; Rs 20,000 fine for violators

As per the government order, violators will face prosecution under Section 194(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988, and a Rs 20,000 fine.

November 16, 2024

Delhi primary schools to shift to online classes amid rising pollution

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said that 20 extra trips will be inducted into services from Friday following the implementation of GRAP-III.

November 15, 2024

Delhi: Truck drivers raise concern over livelihood as GRAP-III effective Friday

A truck driver mentioned that while the government's decision to curb pollution in Delhi is correct, it causes significant problems for drivers.

November 15, 2024

PWD vehicles sprinkle water in Delhi to reduce dust amid rise in air pollution

AQI in Anand Vihar area crossed the 400 mark, being recorded as 405 at 7 AM, categorized as 'severe', worse than the AQI of 367 recorded on Saturday.

October 27, 2024

PWD begins cleaning roads to manage rising pollution in Delhi

The cleaning of roads will include mechanical or vacuum sweeping and water sprinkling on roads to reduce dust pollution.

October 23, 2024

Delhi’s air quality very poor, morning smog envelops city

As per real time air qulaity data provided by System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR) the air quality with AQI at 354 was recorded around 7 am.

October 23, 2024