FOR the better part of a decade, I have upset many climate activists by pointing out that there are far better ways to stop global warming than trying to persuade governments to force or bribe their citizens into slashing their reliance on fuels that emit carbon dioxide.

The air quality in the national Capital is set to improve soon with introduction of cleaner and greener ultra-low sulphur diesel (ULSD) from April 1.

THE air quality in Delhi is set to improve soon with introduction of ultra-low sulphur diesel from April 1. The sulphur content in ULSD is one-seventh of the regular diesel that is used at present. The introduction of the fuel will also earn Delhi the distinction of becoming the first Indian city to catch up with fuel quality in Europe, where ULSD was introduced a couple of years back.

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) on Tuesday awarded an appreciation to two institutions that managed to produce environmental-friendly products while at the same time having capability to improve livelihood for poor people.

THE LONG term sustained growth of the automobile industry is only possible if the economy continues to grow at 8-10% a year, while inflation and interest rates are low. Better infrastructure, which facilitates the smooth movement of traffic, would reduce pollution and promote economic development.

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Ahmedabad: Faculty members, students of Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, ISRO scientists, government officials and city youth will participate in a cycle rally to promote cleaner, greener and safer Ahmedabad.

A clear picture on the modalities of implementing a new vehicle emission norms in the country is expected by the middle of this month when the government is likely to come out with a final plan.

"As of now, we don't have a final word (from the government) yet we will get it by February 15," Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) president Pawan Goenka told PTI.