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Stubble Burning

Stubble burning is a common agricultural practice in India. Farmers burn leftover crop residue to clear fields quickly. This method is cost-effective but harmful. It contributes to air pollution and health issues. The smoke affects nearby cities, worsening air quality. Various laws aim to regulate this practice. Sustainable alternatives are being promoted to reduce environmental impact. Awareness campaigns are essential for change.

Polluter Pays and Delhi’s Air

Air pollution in Delhi’s National Capital Region has once again foregrounded a familiar narrative: blaming farmers in neighbouring...

 December 29, 2025

India Shifts Farm Fire Monitoring Strategy to Tackle Air Pollution

Recent developments indicate a shift in how India monitors farm fires, contributor to air pollution, particularly in northern...

 November 25, 2024

Delhi’s Air Quality Crisis – A Public Health Emergency

Delhi's air quality has reached alarming levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring above 400. This situation...

 November 16, 2024

Smog Crisis in Northern India – An Overview

As winter approaches in northern India, cities are engulfed in smog. This year, smog has arrived earlier than...

 November 15, 2024

Revised Environmental Compensation for Stubble Burning

The Commission for Air Quality Management has updated the Environmental Compensation (EC) rates for stubble burning. This change,...

 November 8, 2024

Air Quality Crisis in NCR

The National Capital Region (NCR) is currently facing a severe air quality crisis, with pollution levels reaching alarming...

 October 29, 2024

Stubble Burning and Air Quality in Delhi – A Comprehensive Overview

The air quality in Delhi has sharply deteriorated as winter approaches, with particulate matter (PM 2.5) levels consistently...

 October 28, 2024

Stubble Burning and Air Quality

In October 2024, the Supreme Court of India addressed the persistent issue of stubble burning, denoting the inadequacies...

 October 23, 2024

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