Stubble Burning In Punjab

Stubble burning continuing in Amritsar despite Punjab govt's awareness measures, says district's deputy commissioner

The report by the pollution control board shows that Amritsar witnessed a slight dip in stubble-burning cases.

SAFAR advises Delhi-NCR residents to wear masks outdoors; reports predict 'very poor' air quality for next two days

Delhi's air quality continues to remain 'very poor' for the fourth consecutive day Saturday, prompting the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Centre-run System of Air Quality Forecasting and Research to issue separate advisories for people.

Punjab agriculture department announces 7,337 subsidised farm machines aimed at effectively managing paddy residue in state

The Punjab Agriculture department has delivered 7,337 subsidised agro-machines and farm equipment to farmers do far for effective scientific management of paddy residue, a senior official said.