Central Pollution Control Board

Act Against Ganga Polluters: Pollution Control Board To 4 State Boards

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday August 2, 2019

Taking strict note of effluent and industrial waste being discharged into the Ganga river, the CPCB has directed four state pollution control boards to take action on units, including closing them, if they don''t comply with environmental norms.

Ganga River Water Unfit For Drinking, Bathing: Pollution Control Board

India News | Thursday May 30, 2019

The Ganga River water is absolutely unfit for "direct drinking" and only seven spots from where it passes can be consumed after disinfection, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has said.

Ganga's Faecal Coliform Level 3-12 Times Higher Than Limit: Green Court

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday May 26, 2019

Ganga river's faecal coliform level is found to be3 to 12 times higher than the permissible level at most inter-state boundaries, according to the data released by the top pollution watchdog.

Green Court Asks Pollution Control Board To Prepare Noise Pollution Maps

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday March 17, 2019

The National Green Tribunal has directed the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to prepare a noise pollution map and remedial action plan to solve the issue across the country.

Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi: Vacancies Announced For Scientist B, RA, SRF

Jobs | NDTV Education Team | Sunday February 3, 2019

The interview will be held on 13-14 February for a total of 20 posts.

1 Crore Fine On Northern Railways, Delhi Civic Body For Violating Norms

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 30, 2019

The Central Pollution Control Board has slapped a fine of Rs 1 crore each on the North Delhi Municipal Corporation and the Northern Railways over non-compliance of norms, according to a notice.

Delhi Air Quality "Poor", Pollution May Increase Over The Next 3 Days

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Monday January 28, 2019

Delhi's air quality was recorded in the "poor" category on Monday and is expected to deteriorate slightly over the next three days, according to the authorities.

Central Pollution Control Board Sends Show Cause Notice To Oil Firm

India News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 23, 2019

The Central Pollution Control Board has asked oil firm Nayara Energy why a fine of Rs one crore should not be slapped on it and prosecution not initiated over non-compliance of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) order on installation of anti-pollution vapour recovery systems at fuel stations.

Delhi's Air Quality At Year's Best After Heavy Rain This Morning

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 22, 2019

Heavy rains drastically reduced the pollution level of the national capital, which recorded the best air quality of this year on Tuesday morning, the authorities said.

Delhi Civic Bodies Fined Rs 1 Crore Each For Violating Pollution Norms

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Friday January 18, 2019

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) slapped Rs 1 crore fine each on three civic bodies of the city over open burning, dumping of waste, illegal running of plastic industries in non-conforming residential areas.

Green Tribunal Orders Performance Audit Of State Pollution Control Boards

India News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 16, 2019

The National Green Tribunal has directed the Central Pollution Control Board to conduct a performance audit of all state pollution control boards and pollution control committees within six months.

Delhi's Air Quality Recorded In ''Severe'' Category

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Saturday January 12, 2019

Delhi's air quality was recorded in ''severe'' category on Saturday due to reduced wind speed even as authorities have forecast rainfall in the next couple of days which they said might lower the pollution level.

Meghalaya Told To Pay Rs 100-Crore Fine For Failing To Curb Coal Mining

India News | Written by Ratnadip Choudhury | Saturday January 5, 2019

Days after a judicial panel headed by Retired Justice BK Katakey found largescale violations of a coal mining ban in Meghalaya, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Friday asked the state government to deposit Rs 100 crore with the central pollution control board towards restoring the environment.

Ensure Green Firecracker Order Is Followed On New Year, Delhi Police Told

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Sunday December 30, 2018

The Central Pollution Control Board has directed the Delhi Police to ensure the top court order on burning fire crackers is followed on New Year.

Delhi's Air Quality Moves From "Severe" To "Very Poor" Category

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday December 26, 2018

Air quality in Delhi moved from the 'severe' to 'very poor' category after slightly improved weather conditions marginally favoured dispersion of pollutants. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, 21 areas recorded severe pollution, while 13 areas saw 'very poor' air quality.