35 Indian cities have recently been listed among the 50 most polluted cities in the world. What's worse, 16 of these cities received nearly Rs 1,000 crore over the past eight years to tackle air pollution. This disturbing finding has placed India’s National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) under intense scrutiny. NCAP is the costliest air pollution control programme ever taken up in India, and one of the biggest globally. But it appears to be non-existent in 19 of the Indian cities that are part of the ‘most polluted’ top 50 list.
Revisiting the Green Schools Carnival 2025 and Awards Ceremony that celebrates the most sustainable schools in the country
We observe World Water Day every year on March 22, to highlight the importance of water. But how much attention do we give to the amount of water we use everyday? According to a 2008 World Bank report, an average Indian household performs approximately 340 wash cycles in a year and this accounts for approximately 40.7 kilowatt hour of electricity, 47.5 kilolitre of water and 27 kilogram (kg) of detergent per household per year. We have to wash our clothes and use water and energy in our day-to-day lives, but here’s a way we can save the environment as well as a lot of money on laundry!
A simple, lucid explainer on the ‘what’ and ‘why’ of wildlife corridors.
If there was ever a parliament of birds, then this avian would have delivered the most vociferous speeches. No doubt quirky artists caricatured it in their popular Angry Birds game. I’m sure you all must have enjoyed playing this viral pastime and gotten amused by the perpetual furious look on the birds' faces. Recognised as the most argumentative bird, the Jungle Babbler couldn’t be named more aptly...
Journalists, leaders, and experts gathered at the Anil Agarwal Dialogue (AAD) 2025 to tackle climate change, water crises, pollution, and the future of our planet!
Toxic air is seeping into classrooms! From smoky school buses to burning trash, air pollution is harming students. Discover a teacher’s plea for cleaner air and healthier schools.
Breathe Easy This Winter: Simple Solutions to Keep Indoor Air Fresh and Healthy Amid Hidden Pollution Sources
Battling Smog: A Teen’s Perspective on Air Pollution, Its Impact, and the Urgent Need for Clean Air Solutions
