With the suspended particulate matter (SPM) touching alarming levels even in residential areas, air pollution has once again become a cause of concern for the city.

A survey conducted by the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) revealed that this year's SPM levels were far higher than what they were in the past three years.

CM offers to review CLU, EDC charges While a lot has been reported about the new industrial policy drafted by the UNIDO, what's not come to light so far is that the report also points to the need for bringing in certain policy reforms, mainly doing away with free power.

Komal Amit Gera / Chandigarh November 10, 2008, 0:16 IST

Unaffected by the global meltdown, but still in a shambles. This is the plight of the small industries engaged in manufacturing polythene carry bags in Chandigarh.

The high incidence of dengue cases in the region has taken a toll on the city

Estimates for development works to be carried out colonies of the city were passed in the House Meeting of the Municipal Corporation (MC) held today. The agenda for this month was dominated by issues of the rehabilitation colonies.

All commercial, institutional and hotel buildings, which use hot water, will have to install a solar water heating system of adequate capacity. The existing buildings which do not have this facility will provide it within one year from the date the orders are notified in the official gazette.

The Debt Waiver and Debt Relief Scheme 2008 has hit agricultural credit in Haryana, which has declined substantially in the first quarter of this year.

Being environment friendly is quickly becoming popular and catching up with the times. Idma Foundation for Sustainable Development, in collaboration with the Environment Department, Chandigarh Administration, organised a one-day workshop for eco club teachers from different private and Government schools of Chandigarh.

Solid waste management in Chandigarh impresses expert from Netherlands

Nanhi Chhaan, the initiative started at the Golden Temple to give away sapling as