'Delhi saw BIG DROP in ...': Gopal Rai on 'very poor' air quality post Diwali
Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai has claimed that the national capital recorded a BIG DROP in incidents of firecracker bursting this Diwali as compared to last year. Rai further claimed the Punjab government controlled stubble burning in the state without support from the Centre.
Oct 25, 2022, 14:30 PM IST
‘AAP prioritises people’s lives, not politics’: Gopal Rai slams ‘firecracker ban’ critics
A day before Diwali, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been around 250, which is the poor category. In such a situation, there is a possibility that it may become more dangerous on the evening of Diwali
Oct 23, 2022, 18:54 PM IST
DNA: Political analysis of 'Dirty Game' in Gujarat
Today the Election Commission has announced the date of the assembly elections to be held in Himachal Pradesh. But more impact of the election heat is visible on Gujarat. Assembly elections are to be held in Gujarat this year as well. Gujarat elections can also be announced in a few weeks or days. In Gujarat, there is a competition between BJP, Congress and Aam Aadmi Party. But the old history of the leader on whose shoulders the Aam Aadmi Party has given the responsibility of Gujarat elections, is tarnishing the image of AAP.
Oct 14, 2022, 23:14 PM IST
Lumpy virus reaches Delhi: 173 cases in cattle reported, no deaths so far
The Delhi government has deployed 2 mobile veterinary clinics and 11 rapid response teams. Most cases have been found in the South and West districts of Delhi
Sep 10, 2022, 15:30 PM IST
Delhi govt to launch Urban Farming Policy soon: Gopal Rai
This plan`s goal is to promote and empower everyone in Delhi to be able to grow their own fruits, vegetables, and other essentials in their own houses, reports ANI.
May 18, 2022, 23:19 PM IST
Delhi Secretariat to ban single-use plastic items from June 1
All manufacturers, retailers, general public, and shopkeepers in Delhi have already been asked not to keep any stock of single-use plastics by June 30, 2022, reports PTI.
May 14, 2022, 16:36 PM IST
Delhi govt to launch 'summer action plan' to curb pollution in national capital
Delhi govt will launch several month-long initiatives to curb road and dust pollution in the national capital region from Tuesday.
Apr 12, 2022, 07:44 AM IST
Delhi will have 14-point summer action plan to fight pollution: Gopal Rai
Rai said the plan will focus on open burning of garbage, fires at landfill sites, increasing green cover on the roadside, rejuvenation of water bodies, parks, tree transplantation monitoring, phasing out of single-use plastics, development of an eco-waste park, urban farming etc.
Apr 04, 2022, 16:40 PM IST
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai to chair high-level meeting on air pollution today
Gopal Rai will chair a high-level meeting on air pollution on Monday to plan a campaign against open burning of garbage, fires at landfill sites and dust pollution.
Apr 04, 2022, 11:12 AM IST
Delhi air pollution: Environment Minister Gopal Rai to review situation today
Following directions from the Supreme Court, the city government had on December 2 announced the closure of all schools in the national capital till further orders in a bid to minimise the impact of air pollution on the health of children.
Dec 13, 2021, 08:45 AM IST
AAP to begin MCD Badlaav Campaign from Monday, aim to induct 50 lakh people in Delhi
AAP senior leader and Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia along with Cabinet Minister & State Convenor Gopal Rai launched the massive "MCD Badlaav Campaign" and set the target of conquering the forthcoming MCD elections today.
Dec 05, 2021, 23:12 PM IST
Air pollution: Delhi reimposes construction ban, to compensate labourers- 6 points
The order came after Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai chaired a review meeting as air quality in the capital remained in the 'very poor' category.
Nov 29, 2021, 20:01 PM IST
Delhi air pollution: Ban on construction and demolition activities lifted, decision on reopening of schools on Nov 24
The announcement to this effect was made by Environment Minister Gopal Rai. Delhi transport minister also said that the AAP government will take a call on the reopening of schools, work from home for government staff on November 24.
Nov 22, 2021, 14:38 PM IST
Odd-even vehicle system in Delhi? Environment Minister says possible, if pollution levels stay high
While the Delhi government has taken a slew of measures to tackle pollution, Gopal Rai, the capital's Minister for Environment, Forest and Wildlife Development, said that Delhi will decide on the next course of action depending on the state of air quality after the stipulated period
Nov 19, 2021, 08:09 AM IST
Delhi air pollution: 100% WFH for govt employees till Sunday, Special Task Force for monitoring traffic congestion
CAQM has issued several directions like a ban on construction work, shutting of public schools, work from home, among other measures to control air pollution in the region.
Nov 17, 2021, 14:15 PM IST
Delhi govt slams Centre for 'not responding to letters' over air pollution situation
Delhi Minister Gopal Rai said that the citizens should appeal to the environment ministry through social media to take necessary action on the issue.
Nov 13, 2021, 16:03 PM IST
Diwali 2021: Delhi Police to keep round-the-clock vigil to prevent bursting of firecrackers
Police has so far seized 12,957 kg of crackers and booked 32 people under the anti-crackers campaign.
Nov 03, 2021, 06:41 AM IST
AAP organised 2,532 Mohalla meetings under 'Aapka MLA Aapke Dwar' program: Gopal Rai
AAP's Delhi State Convenor and Cabinet Minister Gopal Rai said that in every Mohalla Sabha, people have raised the issue of dirt and litter spreading throughout Delhi and it is evident that the BJP will be cleared off from the MCD before they clear the garbage they have left behind.
Oct 25, 2021, 18:16 PM IST
Delhi government to initiate 'Red Light on Gaadi Off' campaign from Oct 18 to curb air pollution
"From tomorrow we are starting the "Red Light on Gaadi Off" campaign against the pollution caused by vehicles in Delhi," said Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai.
Oct 17, 2021, 15:37 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party to launch mega campaign from September 1 to 30 to make MCD free of garbage and corruption: Gopal Rai
Gopal Rai said that Delhiites gave several chances to the BJP in MCD in return, BJP’s councillors gave only garbage and corruption back to Delhi.
Aug 24, 2021, 22:33 PM IST
