Pakistan Tops Pollution List, India Sixth

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2026

Environment Pollution

Pakistan was ranked the world’s most polluted country in 2025, while India was placed sixth, according to a new global air quality assessment based on PM2.5 levels. The findings have once again placed South Asia at the centre of the global pollution crisis, with multiple cities from India and

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India Proposes Incentive Scheme for Replacing Old Air Conditioners

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

The Indian government is actively considering a new scrappage and incentive scheme aimed at encouraging the replacement of outdated air conditioners (ACs) with energy-efficient models. The initiative is designed to reduce electricity consumption, lower household power bills, and support environmental goals tied to energy conservation. Objectives of the Scheme The proposed

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Only Seven Countries Met WHO Air Quality Standards in 2024

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

In 2024, only seven countries met the World Health Organization’s (WHO) air quality guidelines for fine particulate matter (PM2.5), according to data from IQAir. These countries are Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia, and Iceland. In contrast, the most polluted countries were Chad and Bangladesh, with average PM2.5 concentrations

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Delhi Tops Global Pollution Rankings; 13 Indian Cities Among World’s 20 Most Polluted

By BPN News Desk March 11, 2025

A recent global air quality report has revealed that 13 out of the world’s 20 most polluted cities are in India, with Delhi ranking as the most polluted capital. This alarming revelation underscores the escalating air pollution crisis, affecting millions across the country. Delhi’s Alarming Pollution Levels Delhi’s air quality has deteriorated

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Coal Emissions Slash India’s Rice and Wheat Yields

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2025

Recent research has revealed that emissions from coal-fired power plants in India are significantly reducing rice and wheat yields, with some regions experiencing losses exceeding 10%. This decline is primarily attributed to nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) emissions, which negatively impact crop health and productivity. Impact of NO₂ Emissions on Crop Yields Studies indicate that

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Supreme Court Criticizes Government Over Power Plant Emission Extensions

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2025

The Supreme Court has raised serious concerns over the government’s repeated extensions granted to coal-fired power plants for meeting emission norms. The court questioned whether these extensions effectively serve as a “license to pollute,” potentially worsening environmental degradation and posing a risk to public health. Background on Emission Standard