Today, On 17th September, The Supreme Court slammed states over rising air pollution and directed CAQM, CPCB, and state boards to prepare an action plan within three weeks, stressing urgent steps as winter approaches when pollution levels rise sharply in NCR.
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Delhi schools have been directed to adopt a “hybrid mode” of learning—combining online and physical classes—due to Supreme Court recommendations amid air quality concerns. This shift addresses educational disruptions, ensuring students can access mid-day meals and accommodate varying resources for online learning, with compliance mandated by the Directorate of Education.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court formed a committee to assess financial losses from delays caused by farmers’ protests against biogas projects. The committee will gather testimonies and report on the impacts of state actions. Meanwhile, a biogas plant by Parminder Singh faces local resistance, despite compliance with environmental standards.