NOC not mandatory for starting SME business in Delhi

Last Updated: Tuesday, February 17, 2015, 16:08

The Delhi government yesterday also announced slashing of power tariff by 50 percent.

Eco-driving saves fuel, reduces pollution: Expert

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 23:46

Upgraded automobile engine technology, cleaner fuel and increased public transport are just not enough to ensure pollution-free environment, said an expert, pitching for spreading the concept of smart driving or eco-driving among drivers for efficient energy use.

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.

Non-utilisation of Rs 4 cr for disposing Carbide waste: Audit

Last Updated: Monday, December 2, 2013, 19:21

About Rs 4 crore earmarked for safe disposal of toxic waste lying at Union Carbide site here was not utilised by Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB), an audit report has said.

EAC defers clearance of Petronet's LNG project

Last Updated: Monday, November 11, 2013, 20:59

Citing pollution issues that were raised during public hearing on the project, the EAC has advised the company to obtain report on compliance status of EC/Consent conditions from the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board and regional office of Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF), Bengaluru.

Road side noise beyond limit in Panchsheel Park: DPCC to NGT

Last Updated: Monday, November 11, 2013, 20:22

Delhi Pollution Control Committee Monday informed the National Green Tribunal that roadside noise levels near Panchsheel Park area in South Delhi is beyond permissible limits.

`Victoria Memorial, Maidan unfit for morning walkers`

Last Updated: Monday, November 11, 2013, 12:28

Not only is the Victoria Memorial getting damaged because of the air pollution, it is now also clear that the area is unfit for morning walk as well.

Rains, high speed wind can clear smog: CPCB

Last Updated: Wednesday, November 6, 2013, 19:18

With the thick blanket of smog engulfing the national capital, the Central Pollution Control Board Wednesday said rains and high speed wind can clear the pollutants in the air and increase visibility.

Diwali effect: Noise polluion high, air pollution down in Delhi

Last Updated: Monday, November 4, 2013, 21:59

Noise pollution in Delhi witnessed an upward trend this Diwali, as compared to six other metros like Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai and Kolkata.

Pollution panel submits report on bio-medical waste disposal

Last Updated: Thursday, October 31, 2013, 18:09

The Central Pollution Control Board Thursday submitted before the National Green Tribunal (NGT) a report concerning common facilities for treatment and disposal of bio-medical waste by hospital in Delhi and Haryana.

UP pollution control body to act tough Diwali

Last Updated: Wednesday, October 30, 2013, 13:57

The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board Wednesday announced it would strictly enforce the Supreme Court ban on bursting fire crackers on Diwali after 10 p.m. and would penalise offenders with a fine and imprisonment.

CPCB seeks test disposal of Carbide`s hazardous waste

Last Updated: Saturday, September 7, 2013, 00:12

Nearly 28 years back in a worst ever industrial disaster, hundreds of people lost their lives in Bhopal when a toxic gas leaked from the Union Carbide plant on the night of Dec 2, 1984.