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DPCC Utilised Only 43 Percent of Environmental Compensation Fund in a Decade RTI Reveals

New Delhi, April 24, 2026: The Delhi Pollution Control Committee has utilised only about 43 percent of the Environmental Compensation fund collected over the past decade, according to information revealed through a Right to Information query. The data indicates that a significant portion of funds collected as penalties for environmental violations remains unspent, raising questions […]

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Delhi Metro Dust Complaints Drop Sharply in 2026 Amid Stronger Pollution Controls

New Delhi: Dust pollution complaints linked to Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) sites have seen a dramatic fall in early 2026, dropping from 640 complaints during the same period last year to just 24, according to official data. The sharp decline between January 1 and April 20 signals a significant improvement in pollution control across […]

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Delhi Government Cracks Down on Diwali Firecrackers Amid Pollution Concerns

New Delhi , 30 October , 2024- As air pollution levels surge in Delhi, former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has issued a heartfelt appeal to residents, urging them to celebrate Diwali without firecrackers. His plea emphasizes the need to uphold the true spirit of Diwali, a festival traditionally symbolizing light and joy, by choosing eco-friendly […]

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