SC seeks CAQM affidavit on worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR

IANS | November 3, 2025 5:55 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to file an affidavit detailing the measures undertaken to prevent Delhi-NCR’s air quality from deteriorating, after it was told that several air monitoring stations reportedly remained non-functional during Diwali.

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel assures swift relief for farmers hit by unseasonal rains

IANS | November 2, 2025 6:14 PM

Gandhinagar, Nov 2 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has expressed deep concern over the extensive damage caused to standing crops across the state due to unseasonal rains and sudden weather changes. In a post on social media, the Chief Minister said the state government stands firmly with farmers in this difficult time and assured that a comprehensive relief and assistance package will be announced soon.

'India has potential to emerge as world’s green hydrogen hub'

IANS | November 2, 2025 3:29 PM

New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) Green hydrogen has emerged as a key fuel to cut emissions in difficult sectors such as steel, fertilisers, shipping, aviation, and road transport as the world fights the war against climate change, according to an article by former G20 Sherpa and NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant.

Gujarat: PM Modi to inaugurate 25 new E-buses on Oct 31

IANS | October 29, 2025 8:27 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 29 (IANS) In a move to further enhance the tourist experience at Ekta Nagar, home to the world’s tallest statue, the Statue of Unity in Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 25 new electric buses (E-buses) during his visit on October 31, marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Pakistan's Lahore continues to remain world's most polluted city

IANS | October 29, 2025 4:43 PM

Islamabad, Oct 29 (IANS) Pakistan's Lahore continues to remain at the top of global pollution charts with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of more than 300 according to Swiss air quality monitor IQAir as smog covered the region on Wednesday, local media reported.