SC issues notice to Centre, states on pollution in Ganga

Last Updated: Friday, January 10, 2014, 19:07

The Supreme Court Friday issued notices to the Centre and states of Uttrakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bangal on a PIL seeking its direction to prohibit them from throwing waste material from factories into river Ganga and check pollution.

China sets targets for curbing air pollution

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 8, 2014, 13:47

China has set new targets for its provinces to reduce air pollution by 5 to 25 per cent, state media said late on Tuesday, underscoring the government`s concern about a source of public anger.

Local factors causing significant spikes in coastal ocean acidity

Last Updated: Sunday, January 5, 2014, 13:09

A new study has documented dramatic, natural short-term increases in the acidity of a North Carolina estuary.

Other states should not say how Ganga should be cleaned: Akhilesh

Last Updated: Saturday, December 21, 2013, 18:01

Irked by Narendra Modi`s remark that why Ganga could not be cleaned like his government had done with Sabarmati, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday hit back, saying they don`t need lessons from other states.

Pollution shrouds Tibetan capital, grounding flights

Last Updated: Friday, December 20, 2013, 15:17

China`s pollution reached new heights today, as the Tibetan capital of Lhasa was shrouded in a cloud of dust that halted flights and rendered one of its most-recognisable landmarks nearly invisible.

Pollution levels in Delhi to rise

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 18, 2013, 09:35

Delhi might see a sudden rise in its pollution levels in the coming days, thanks to the difference between the maximum and minimum temperatures which has reduced, the System of Air Quality Forecasting and Research said in a statement.

New smart device monitors pollution levels inside homes to keep you healthy

Last Updated: Monday, December 16, 2013, 21:10

A smart air monitoring device, Birdi, has been developed to monitor air quality, everyday health hazards, pollution and emergencies like fire and carbon monoxide so you can stay connected and protected in your home.

China, Japan, South Korea to jointly combat air pollution

Last Updated: Sunday, December 15, 2013, 20:32

To combat air pollution which has become a major problem in East Asia; China, Japan and South Korea have joined hands together. This step is to boost sustainable development for greater ecological improvement.

US top court examines rules on cross-border air pollution

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 11, 2013, 07:45

The US Supreme Court heard arguments on environmental rules aiming to reduce smog that drifts from one state to another.

NGT restrains till Dec 20 selection process for CPCB Chairman

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 19:14

The National Green Tribunal Tuesday restrained the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) till December 20 from going ahead with the selection process for appointment of its Chairman in the wake of the allegation that persons being considered for the post do not satisfy the eligibility criteria.