Delhi Jal Board Approves ₹4,500 Cr for 15 Decentralised STPs to Treat Yamuna Sewage

Delhi Govt Notifies Winter Pollution Plan: Mandatory Construction Curbs from Nov 1 to Feb 28

Delhi government has notified a permanent winter pollution plan (Nov 1-Feb 28) that makes construction curbs mandatory regardless of AQI levels, replacing the earlier AQI-linked system. Real estate industry bodies (NAREDCO, CII) have raised concerns about livelihoods and supply chains, pushing for a nuanced 'do's and don'ts' list. The plan includes a strict ban on demolition and open civil construction from Nov 1-Jan 31, and an even more stringent window from Dec 10-Jan 20 where only essential government projects continue.

Delhi Winter Action Plan: Blanket Construction Ban Oct-Jan, NAREDCO Seeks Review Citing Scientific Basis

Delhi's new winter action plan imposes a blanket ban on construction from Nov 1 to Jan 31, delinked from AQI levels. Realty body NAREDCO has sought a review, citing lack of scientific source assessment and heavy economic impact on developers and migrant workers. This pits pollution control against livelihood and sectoral growth.

Delhi Master Plan 2047 Tabled at DDA: 5-Year Delay, Yamuna O-Zone Policy & 1,511 Colonies Regularisation

The Delhi Master Plan 2047, delayed by 5 years, is finally tabled at DDA for approval. The plan addresses Yamuna O-Zone regulation, regularisation of 1,511 unauthorised colonies, and new TOD and slum rehabilitation policies. This is critical for understanding urban governance, environmental regulation, and Delhi's development trajectory — a hot topic for UPSC Prelims and Mains.

DDA Approves Higher FAR for Slum Rehab, Land Pooling in Master Plan Delhi-2047; Population Target 3.2 Cr

The Delhi Development Authority has approved the Master Plan for Delhi-2047, proposing higher Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for in-situ slum rehabilitation, a new land pooling framework, and mixed-use commercial allowances. The plan projects Delhi's population to rise from 2.4 crore to 3.2 crore by 2047, identifying 350 sq km as future urbanisable area. This reform is critical for urban governance, housing policy, and sustainable city planning exam topics.

CAQM Announces Phased Ban on Petrol, Diesel, CNG Light Goods Vehicles in Delhi-NCR from 2027

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has ordered a phased ban on the registration of new petrol, diesel, and CNG light goods vehicles in Delhi and the NCR to curb air pollution. The ban starts in Delhi for smaller LGVs (N1 category) from January 1, 2027, and extends to other NCR cities later. This is a critical policy shift for exam aspirants focusing on environmental regulations, statutory bodies, and urban transport.

MCD Adopts 3-Pronged Approach for Legacy Waste: Decentralised Processing, Sustainable Treatment Mix, Institutional Strengthening

Delhi's MCD, with World Bank experts, has proposed a 3-pronged strategy to clear decades-old legacy waste at Bhalswa, Okhla, and Ghazipur landfills. The plan integrates global best practices from Tokyo, New York, and Barcelona but faces challenges from rainfall, fresh waste influx, and implementation gaps.

Delhi Winter Action Plan: BS-VI Entry Curbs, 50% WFH, Construction Ban Nov 1-Jan 31

Delhi has formalized a permanent winter action plan with vehicle curbs (BS-VI entry restriction), 50% work-from-home mandate, construction bans, and doubled parking charges from November 1. This institutionalized approach under CAQM marks a shift from reactive to proactive pollution management, a key theme for environment and governance exams.

Centre Amends EIA 2006: Port Environmental Clearance Validity Doubled to 20 Years, Extendable to 30

The Centre has doubled the validity of environmental clearances for ports and harbours from 10 years to a minimum of 20 years, with provisions for two five-year extensions. This amendment to the EIA 2006 notification aims to rationalise the clearance framework for long-gestation port projects, reducing compliance burden while maintaining environmental safeguards. For exam aspirants, this is a key policy change linking environmental regulation, infrastructure development, and governance.