“Shift Coal Industries or Face Action”: Supreme Court Cracks Down on NCR Pollution, Seeks Centre’s Plan

The Supreme Court has asked key Union ministries to submit a joint proposal to phase out coal-based industries in Delhi-NCR as part of long-term pollution control measures. The Court will also examine vehicular pollution on March 12 amid rising concerns over worsening air quality in the region.

“Air Has Become Hazardous”: Supreme Court Slams Rising Delhi-NCR Pollution, Seeks Punjab & Haryana Response

The Supreme Court took note of Delhi-NCR’s worsening air quality as AQI crossed 450 in several areas. CJI B.R. Gavai directed Punjab and Haryana to explain steps to curb stubble burning amid “hazardous” pollution levels.

Supreme Court to Hear Firecracker Ban Plea on Friday, Key Decision Expected Before Diwali

The Supreme Court will hear the firecracker ban case on October 10, just ahead of Diwali. The Bench led by CJI B.R. Gavai will decide on restrictions in Delhi-NCR amid rising pollution concerns.

‘Can’t Have Policy Just Because Delhiites Are Elite’: Supreme Court Says Firecracker Ban Must Be Pan-India

CJI Gavai said a pollution policy cannot be limited to Delhi, calling for a pan-India approach. The Court will hear the firecracker ban matter again on September 22.

Supreme Court May Hear Delhi Govt’s Plea Against Ban on Overage Vehicles Today

Delhi government challenges the blanket ban on 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles. Supreme Court may consider shifting to emission-based criteria.