Despite the region being under Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), a drive along the Southern Peripheral Road, which features several upscale condominiums and commercial properties, reveals large heaps of uncovered sand and soil, broken central verges, and vehicles stirring up dust._____________Picture by Vinay Gupta Despite the region being under Stage II…
Under the scheme, buyers of new BS-VI-compliant or EVs will receive a 100% rebate on road tax. (File Photo) LUCKNOW: After the Centre approved the ‘Parivartan Yojana’ to tackle air pollution in the Delhi-NCR, promote clean transportation and phase out old trucks and buses, the Uttar Pradesh transport department has decided to implement the scheme…
Average PM2.5 concentrations at midnight rose from 88.9 micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m³) in 2025 to 138 µg/m³ during the same period this year. Gurgaon: If you are stepping out in Gurgaon late evening or heading out early in the morning, chances are you are breathing the city’s most polluted air.An analysis of hourly air…
