Pollution

Pune carbon drop flags urban eco crisis

Pune has suffered a 34% drop in its ability to absorb carbon over the past decade, according to a new…

11 months ago

India Wastewater Treatment Gaps Raise Alarm

India generates over 72,000 million litres of sewage daily—yet treats only 28% of it. Despite having installed capacity for 37%…

11 months ago

Indrayani River Turns Toxic as Foam Sparks Public Fury

The sacred Indrayani River, revered by lakhs of Warkari devotees, has once again turned into a foaming stream, igniting public…

11 months ago

Dhaka Tops Global Air Pollution Index

According to real-time data from Swiss air quality monitoring organization IQAir, Dhaka recorded the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) level…

12 months ago

Gomti River Emits Methane, Sparks Climate Fears

Methane emissions from the Gomti River in Lucknow have triggered alarm among researchers and civic groups, following a field survey…

12 months ago

Pune Struggles as Noise Pollution Escalates

According to residents, decibel levels frequently exceed the thresholds mandated by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Residential zones, which…

12 months ago

Goa plans green spaces in cities to tackle heat and pollution rise

The Goa government has unveiled an ambitious urban forestry mission aimed at embedding green infrastructure across its municipal landscapes. The…

1 year ago

Non-Energy Sources Top Air Pollution Causes in Kolkata

West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) has revealed alarming findings about the sources of air pollution in Kolkata. The updated…

1 year ago

Mumbai Redevelopment Imperative Amidst Pollution Debate

Mumbai is currently undergoing a profound urban transformation, characterised by ambitious infrastructure undertakings such as the expansion of its metro…

1 year ago

Gujarat Suffers Extreme Heat Temperatures Soar Above 45°C

Gujarat is currently grappling with an intense heatwave, with parts of the state, including Kutch and areas in the north…

1 year ago