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The CSE argues that the current discussions around FGD installation have ignored a hugely critical aspect – the role of SO₂ in the formation of secondary PM2.5, a pollutant closely linked to severe respiratory and cardiovascular diseases

Choosing the lesser evil, or ignoring the bigger picture?

July 27, 2025, 02:44 PM - 7 min read

Based on findings by IIT Delhi, NEERI Nagpur, NIAS Bangalore, IIT Kanpur and others, the government has proposed a categorised approach to FGD implementation; a shift that the Centre for Science and Environment is not buying

Remote Coal Plants Fully Freed From SO2 Norms.

Coal plants get exemption as Centre eases SO2 rules

July 12, 2025, 08:50 PM - 3 min read

The central government has once again extended the deadline for coal-fired thermal power plants to comply with sulphur dioxide (SO2) emission norms and has granted full exemptions to many plants located away from critically polluted areas or large cities.

Official data accessed by an RTI application shows the Central Pollution Control Board has consistently underutilised funds meant to protect the environment

RTI plea questions pollution board spending

June 17, 2025, 01:05 PM - 3 min read

The Central Pollution Control Board spent only ₹9 lakh of the ₹45.81 cr collected in 6 years on protecting the environment; shows consistent gross underutilisation

Delhi AQI stays 'severe' at 401 despite rain

December 24, 2024, 09:35 AM - 3 min read

On Tuesday, the AQI at all 36 monitoring stations listed on the Centre's Sameer app was below 450, with some stations reporting levels under 400.

Commuters endure the early morning winter smog and cold in Dwarka, New Delhi, on Sunday.

Delhi's pollution drops, AQI now 'poor' category

November 25, 2024, 10:04 AM - 2 min read

Delhi sees a green shift, with the Lodhi Road (IITM) monitoring station recording an AQI of 95, classified by CPCB as 'satisfactory.'

The National Green Tribunal has warned of deteriorating water quality in the Ganga due to untreated sewage discharge in Uttar Pradesh, demanding urgent action to improve sewage treatment plants and compliance.

'Untreated sewage worsening Ganga’s condition,' NGT to UP

November 9, 2024, 06:39 PM - 3 min read

The National Green Tribunal has raised alarm over the deteriorating water quality of the Ganga in Uttar Pradesh, with untreated sewage being discharged into the river. The state has been asked to submit an affidavit detailing its plans for sewage treatment plants and corrective actions.

Thick fog blankets New Delhi as air quality drops to 'very poor,' with an AQI of 369 this morning.

Smog blankets Delhi as AQI surges to 'dangerous' levels

November 3, 2024, 11:59 AM - 2 min read

Delhi's air quality remains in the 'very poor' category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 369 recorded this morning, up from 290 yesterday. Thick fog has enveloped the city, while humidity levels reached 94 per cent, as the IMD forecasts clear skies ahead.

Patna ranks second for pollution in India, AQI hits 'very poor' level

May 5, 2024, 10:46 PM - 2 min read

Patna ranked second in India for pollution, with an AQI of 316, categorised as'very poor'. Greater Noida, UP, claimed the top spot with an AQI of 346, as per the 4 p.m. bulletin from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).