noise pollution

DNA: MP removes loudspeakers from religious places

Loudspeakers are being removed from mosques, temples and other religious places across Madhya Pradesh. Noise pollution has been cited as a major reason behind the removal of loudspeakers.

May 27, 2024, 23:02 PM IST

Baat Pate Ki: The 'noise' of the road is becoming fatal... Heart attack?

Noise pollution is now becoming the main cause of heart attack. Loud noises that disturb sleep are chronic sounds. Many chemicals are released in the body due to loud noise.

Jun 14, 2023, 22:12 PM IST

Delhiites, you may soon get rid of NOISE POLLUTION, govt is taking this BIG STEP

According to the DPCC, violation of noise rules may attract a penalty of up to Rs 1 lakh.

Dec 12, 2022, 18:01 PM IST

Delhi Traffic police launches special drive: Penalise vehicles over pressure horns, modified silencers

A special drive was launched by Delhi traffic police to penalise motorists over pressure horns and modified silencers to reduce noise pollution in the national capital, reports PTI. 

Aug 20, 2022, 21:40 PM IST

DNA: Loudspeaker Controversy - What are your rights on noise pollution?

If a loudspeaker is played in a loud voice near your house in a temple, in a mosque or at a wedding, then it is another kind of violence. Know, how?

Apr 16, 2022, 00:12 AM IST

UP Police get 14,000 complaints of noise pollution, Lucknow-Noida top the list

More than 36 per cent of such calls were made from just five of the 75 districts with Lucknow leading the chart.

Dec 20, 2021, 13:56 PM IST

Noida residents' body approaches authority against loud music during weddings

The Noida Federation of Apartment Owners Associations mentioned problems being faced by ailing senior citizens, and students and professionals working from home.

Dec 13, 2021, 22:30 PM IST

Exclusive: Tips for Asthma patients to enjoy a safe Diwali

During Diwali, toxic fumes from fireworks raise the particulate matter content in the air above the permissible limits and can increase the risk of complexities for people with respiratory diseases.

Oct 31, 2021, 12:34 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: 'Noise pollution increases risk of dementia'

Each year, September 21 is commemorated as World Alzheimer's Day, and Alzheimer's disease has been found to be the commonest cause of dementia.

Sep 21, 2021, 12:16 PM IST

Noise Pollution: The effects of noise pollution on human

Every year thousands of people in India lose their hearing due to noise pollution. Due to excessive noise, people do not even sleep at night and due to this they also get stressed. How noise is becoming a problem in big cities, to know watch this report of Zee News.

Jul 23, 2021, 14:36 PM IST

DNA: Did noise pollution affect your hearing ability too?

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has announced revision of the fine for creating noise pollution in the city. Noise pollution affects millions of people every day. The most common disease caused by this is noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Exposure to loud noises can also lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, sleep disturbances, and stress.

Jul 22, 2021, 22:46 PM IST

Alert! You can be fined Rs 1 lakh for creating noise pollution in Delhi

As per the new rules by DPCC, individuals can be fined up to Rs 1 lakh for causing noise pollution in the city.

Jul 10, 2021, 13:33 PM IST

DNA Exclusive: Will Delhi Police's sound level metre help in curbing noise pollution?

In DNA on Thursday, Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary analyses the increasing noise pollution on the streets of Delhi and the recent step taken to curb it.

Dec 25, 2020, 00:22 AM IST

DNA: Noise 'violence' on the streets

For the first time, Delhi Police has started a campaign to file penalty (challan) under noise pollution in the national capital. For this purpose, Delhi Police is using a sound level meter. This is the first time such a machine is being used by the police.

Dec 24, 2020, 22:40 PM IST

Mumbai: ''Agarbatti causes pollution, Noise Pollution due to Shankhnaad - Not allowed to perform pooja''

As per the family's claim the Hindus are not allowed to perform pooja as per their rituals. They say ''Agarbatti causes pollution and noise pollution is caused due to Sankhnaad". All of this is happening in 'Hindu Hriday Samrat' Bal Thackeray's city Mumbai, which is now ruled by his son Uddhav Thackeray. Will he take any action?

Jan 24, 2020, 11:00 AM IST

Punjab and Haryana High Court bans loudspeakers to curb noise pollution

The court, however, relaxed the rules for a period of 15 days in a year for religious and cultural programmes, allowing loudspeakers from 10 pm to midnight.

Jul 26, 2019, 14:57 PM IST

Mobile reporter: Meet Rajkot's Group 'Samju Desi' fighting against Noise Pollution

In this segment of Mobile Reporter Zee News brings to you stories that will keep you motivated throughout your day. Meet Rajkot's Group 'Samju Desi' fighting against Noise Pollution

Dec 27, 2018, 09:58 AM IST

An auto that launched a thousand horns: Campaign to end honking makes a bang

Noise up to 70-decibels has been deemed safe by World Health Organisation. But vehicular honking alone can pump up decibel levels to close to 110.

Apr 04, 2018, 11:21 AM IST

Bihar: Woman demands divorce over noise pollution, writes to Modi and Nitish

The woman, Sneha Singh, reportedly has problems with loud speakers used for religious purposes around her residence.

Mar 27, 2018, 09:59 AM IST

Cops to remove loudspeakers at religious places in UP after Allahabad HC order

The Allahabad High Court directed the state police to take down all the loudspeakers that have been installed at religious places without the requisite permission from authorities.

Jan 07, 2018, 14:32 PM IST