The Supreme Court of India criticised Delhi’s state government and police for failing to enforce the fireworks ban, noting that continued sale and bursting of crackers in the national capital even ...

There is little awareness that women are differently and dangerously affected by air pollution. The government should factor ...

As the festive glow of Diwali fades from Indian skies, a growing concern over rising pollution levels emerges. Each year, the joyous celebrations are marred by ...

Year after year, Delhi's air becomes dangerously toxic. Why are the government's measures to curb air pollution failing? What will it take to combat poor air quality in the capital?

Stubble burning, a common agricultural practice in North India, is one of the main drivers of air pollution in the region. This annual event, akin to a vast, toxic campfire, releases pollutants into ...

"Climate change is making us sick, and urgent action is a matter of life and death," the World Health Organization warned ...

A thick layer of toxic smog is cloaking India’s capital as smoke from firecrackers used to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu ...

Pakistan's Punjab province banned most outdoor activities and ordered shops, markets and malls in some areas to close early ...

In the city of Lahore, workers have been told to stay home as air pollution levels rose far beyond what is considered safe.

Delhi continued to grapple with hazardous air quality for the 10th consecutive day following Diwali. The Air Quality Index ...

Lahore AQI: As a result of the record high pollution, authorities in Lahore have banned school children from outdoor ...

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