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What is Stubble Burning ?

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What is Stubble Burning ?

Stubble (parali) burning is a method of removing paddy crop residues from the field to sow wheat from the last week of September to November. Stubble burning is a process of setting on fire the straw stubble, left after the harvesting of grains, like paddy, wheat, etc. It is usually required in areas that use the combined harvesting method which leaves crop residue behind.
 
The process of burning farm residue is one of the major causes of air pollution in parts of north India, deteriorating the air quality.
 
Along with vehicular emissions, it affects the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national
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V-P Dhankhar emphasises on need for systemic solution to stubble burning

Addressing the National Energy Conservation Day function, Dhankhar said the national capital suffers every year due to hazardous environmental conditions arising out of stubble burning

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Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 8:01 PM IST

Punjab, Haryana impose Rs 2.3 cr penalties on farmers for stubble burning

Punjab and Haryana have imposed fines exceeding Rs 2.1 crore and Rs 21 lakh respectively, on farmers for stubble burning in 2024, with more than 50 per cent of penalties collected

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Updated On : 06 Dec 2024 | 12:25 PM IST

Stubble burning among causes of Delhi pollution: Officials tell House panel

Several MPs made suggestions to promote greenery in Delhi-NCR, check vehicular emission and dissuade farmers in Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh from burning paddy straw

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Updated On : 04 Dec 2024 | 11:18 PM IST

Punjab records 70% decrease in stubble burning incidents: NGT report

The NGT previously sought regular reports from the authorities in the state on the issue of air pollution caused in the NCR owing to stubble burning

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Updated On : 27 Nov 2024 | 5:03 PM IST

Centre spent Rs 3,623 cr for crop residue management: Environment Minister

After Punjab, Haryana received Rs 1,081.71 crore, Uttar Pradesh was allocated Rs 763.67 crore, the NCT of Delhi Rs 6.05 crore, and ICAR Rs 83.35 crore from the total Rs 3,623.45 crore

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 11:15 PM IST

Centre in SC opposes setting up ex judges panel to monitor stubble burning

he amicus said the judges had previously dealt with air pollution and stubble burning issues

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Updated On : 22 Nov 2024 | 5:24 PM IST

MP HC bar association not to appear for farmers accused of stubble burning

According to news reports, Madhya Pradesh ranks first in the country in burning stubble, which is making the life of people in the northern states difficult

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Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 10:31 PM IST

One tonne of burnt stubble causes 20 kg soil nitrogen loss, say scientists

According to ICAR scientists, stubble burning leads to the complete loss of nitrogen, while phosphorus is only slightly recoverable

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Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 10:10 PM IST

Punjab farm fires peak as SC blasts authorities over pollution crisis

Despite reports of declining farm fires in Punjab, many now occur later in the day, possibly evading satellite detection

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Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 10:08 AM IST

Farm fires reach five-year high in Rajasthan, Delhi; record low in Punjab

In Delhi, all reported cases were concentrated in the North and North West districts. Delhi's air quality remained in the 'severe' category on Monday, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 494

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Updated On : 18 Nov 2024 | 10:35 PM IST

Delhi pollution: Blame thermal plants, not just farmers for toxic air

A research by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reveals that thermal power plants in the national capital region release 16 times more air pollutants than stubble burning

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Updated On : 18 Nov 2024 | 12:25 PM IST

8,000 farm fire cases reported in Punjab in 2 months, 75% down from last yr

Sangrur district reported 50 stubble-burning incidents during the day, the highest maximum in the state, followed by 30 in Ferozepur, 17 in Barnala and 12 in Patiala

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Updated On : 16 Nov 2024 | 11:35 PM IST

How Punjab farmers outwit Nasa satellites in stubble-burning crackdown

Punjab farmers have found a way to outwit Nasa satellite surveillance in the ongoing stubble-burning crisis by strategically timing their fires

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Updated On : 15 Nov 2024 | 11:23 AM IST

Stubble burning in Punjab: CAQM issues show cause notice to officials

The notice sought an explanation from the officials as to why stubble-burning cases were on the rise and why the CAQM's orders to reduce air pollution had not been adhered to

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Updated On : 13 Nov 2024 | 2:07 PM IST

After Supreme Court rap, Centre doubles penalty for stubble burning

The rules apply to the National Capital Territory of Delhi, Punjab and Haryana, and the National Capital Region areas of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh

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Updated On : 07 Nov 2024 | 10:52 PM IST

Central govt amends rules for stubble burning in Delhi, surrounding areas

These changes reflect the amendment to the rules governing the imposition of environmental compensation for stubble burning under the Commission for Air Quality Management

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Updated On : 07 Nov 2024 | 1:35 PM IST

Stubble burning penalties soar: Farmers may have to pay up to Rs 30,000

The stricter penalties come in the wake of sharp criticism from the Supreme Court, which had previously termed the earlier penalties 'toothless'

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Updated On : 07 Nov 2024 | 1:28 PM IST

Punjab and Haryana control paddy stubble burning, but for how long?

Both states, long seen as major contributors, have brought down incidents of stubble burning, a long-term solution will remain out of reach so long as state-support for paddy lifting remains in place

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Updated On : 05 Nov 2024 | 5:25 PM IST

Punjab records 379 farm fire cases, maximum 66 in Sangrur district

The state registered the current season's biggest spike in farm fires on Friday with 587 cases. Sangrur had reported the highest number of 79 cases

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Updated On : 02 Nov 2024 | 8:37 PM IST

Haryana stubble burning persists, farm leader cites farmers' compulsion

Besides Mann, the meeting was also attended by the Secretary (Fertilizers), Chief Secretary of Punjab, and Additional Chief Secretary (Punjab)

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Updated On : 01 Nov 2024 | 10:30 AM IST