We are blind to those who walk. That's why pavements are the first casualty of street widening to accommodate cars

Have you ever noticed a footpath? Does it even exist? And if it does, what is its height above the road? What should be the ideal height that enables pedestrians to walk without the fear of being run over or breaking a leg clambering onto the footpath and, at the same time, doesn't allow cars to park and take over this public space?

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has assigned CDM Smith, a US-based company that provides integrated solutions in environment, energy and transportation, to carry out a detailed survey for the forec

Blame it on urbanization or climate change, a compilation of weather data over the years proves what Chennaiites have always known - that the city is getting hotter.

Germany has put forward a fresh proposal on regulating carbon dioxide limits for cars sold in the European Union, which campaigners say is a last-ditch attempt to dilute a new emissions law.

Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) is set to introduce strict measures to bring air pollution in Surat city under control.

: Even as the debate on climate change and global warming rages on, several Hyderabadis are convinced that the climate is changing and directly affecting their lives.

Charbagh is the most polluted area in Lucknow, says a report published by Indian Institute of Toxicology Research on Wednesday to coincide with the World Environment Day.

The rising number of vehicles in the city and deterioration of air quality is fast becoming a cause of concern.

The police and Environment Ministry have teamed up to establish an Environment Police unit in order to effectively enforce environment-related laws and regulations.

Noise Level Indicates Rising Decibels Too

Lucknow: Air pollution in Lucknow has increased this year. If pre-monsoon assessment of the ambient air quality of Lucknow, released by the Indian Institute of Toxicology Research on World Environment Day is any indication, the concentration of gaseous pollutants–sulphur dioxide (SO2) and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) have shown an increasing trend at all the residential areas. Similarly, the respirable suspended particulate matter (PM10) level at all residential, commercial and industrial areas were higher than the National Ambient Air Quality Standards.