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Government launches ₹8,941 crore project to clean Yamuna river by 2029

The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 22 October 2026 the launch of projects worth ₹8,941 crore to rejuvenate the Yamuna river in Delhi. Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated 10 projects and initiated 33 others, including the installation of new sewage treatment plants (STPs) and household sewer connections.

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CAQM directs Delhi agencies to strengthen dust pollution mitigation

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced on 21 October 2026 that the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) held a review meeting with Delhi Government agencies. The Commission directed the MCD to improve dust mitigation on roads and open areas, and the DPCC to coordinate efforts across agencies.

Who it affects
District Magistrates of GNCTD
When · Where
On 21 October 2026: Review meeting on dust pollution (+1 more) · respective jurisdictions in Delhi
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
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21 October 2026
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Stage-I of GRAP invoked in Delhi-NCR due to poor air quality

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced on 21 October 2026 that the CAQM Sub-Committee has invoked Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for the entire NCR with immediate effect. This decision follows a rise in the daily average Air Quality Index (AQI) to 245, placing it in the 'Poor' category.

Who it affects
agencies, industries, and vehicle owners
When · Where
From 21 October 2026: invocation of Stage-I of GRAP · entire NCR
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
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21 October 2026
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Environment Minister meets start-ups for tech-driven air pollution solutions in Delhi-NCR

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced on 17 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav interacted with start-ups to find affordable and scalable technology to fight air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The initiative aims to use artificial intelligence, drones, and sensors for real-time monitoring of emissions, traffic congestion, and crop-residue burning.

Who it affects
technology innovators and policymakers
When · Where
On 17 October 2026: interaction between Union Environment Minister and start-ups · Delhi-NCR
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
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17 October 2026
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NHAI to install emission control devices on 25 generators at Dwarka Expressway

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways announced on 9 October 2026 that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will install Retrofit Emission Control Devices (RECDs) on 25 diesel generator sets. These generators are located at the 8.7 km long Package-IV of the Dwarka Expressway and are used for lighting and other operations.

Who it affects
DG sets used for Expressway lighting and associated operations
When · Where
Not stated in the document · Package-IV of the Dwarka Expressway that connects Basai to Kherki Dhaula/Delhi-Gurugram Expressway cloverleaf intersection
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
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9 October 2026
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