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Seasonal forecasts could give northern India months of warning before severe winter air pollution
Northern India experiences some of the world
70% of yearly change in winter pollution in north India explained by western disturbances: Study
Winters with more frequent western disturbances tend to experience lower air pollution levels
70 per cent of change in winter pollution in north India explained by western disturbances: Study
Western disturbances may explain seventy percent of winter air pollution variations. More frequent storms typically brin
Predicting North India's Winter Air Pollution With Western Disturbances
A new study reveals that approximately 70 per cent of the year-to-year variation in winter air pollution across northern
Sai Tirupati University Conducts Awareness Campaign for Clean Air
Udaipur: Sai Tirupati University, Udaipur, organised a special awareness campaign on the occasion of the International D
Indore loses top spot in clean air survey by 1 point; Lucknow takes No. 1 position
Following the survey, the city administration announced enhanced measures to tackle air pollution. Indore scored one poi
Tiruchi tops Tamil Nadu in Swachh Vayu clean air survey
Digital Desk | Tiruchi, Sep 9 (IANS) Tiruchi has emerged as Tamil Nadus best-performing city in the Swachh Vayu Sarveksh
Action on climate and air pollution likely to boost economy, UN says
Every US$1 invested in tackling climate change and air pollution together can generate around US$15 in economic benefits
UNEP says investing in climate action, air quality to boost economic prosperity
Digital Desk | Nairobi, Sep 7 (IANS) Investments in climate action and air pollution control are key to driving economic
A UN report highlights that addressing air pollution and climate change together offers economic gains. Coordinated acti
Clean air a fundamental need rather than luxury: NGT chief
NEW DELHI: On the occasion of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, the National Green Tribunals Chairperso
UN warns wildfires, heatwaves threaten air quality and health
Wildfires and heatwaves are posing a growing threat to air quality and public health, with toxic smoke and microscopic p
BMC intensifies drive to check air pollution, seizes 60kg of charcoal
Bhupender Yadav Calls for Strict Action Against Polluting Industries in NCR
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav emphasizes zero-tolerance policy for polluting industries in NCR, urging coordinated effo
The Rise of Indias Electric Vehicles Ecosystem
In August 2025, Suzuki inaugurated the e VITARA, its first made-in-India global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle. The
Strong Actions Planned to Clean Delhi-NCR Air Quality: Sirsa
New Delhi, September 3: Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, chaired a meeting on
Delhi Gets 'Pawan 3' Device to Fight Air Pollution; Innovators Target 40% AQI Cut
Delhi Gets Pawan Device to Fight Air Pollution Innovators Target AQI Cut
Gaps found in air pollution control measures at units in Edayar industrial area
The board officials stated that the inspections found lapses mainly in the operation and maintenance of odour control me
Can J&Ks air survive its vehicle boom?
Srinagar, Sep 01: Kashmir may still be known for its clean mountain air, but the numbers on its roads tell a rapidly cha
Gurgaon is often criticised for its traffic, waterlogging and air pollution, but a viral social media post has highlight
Indian Chest Congress held to discuss advances and challenges in respiratory care
The programme covers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, tuberculosis and post-tuberculosis lung disea
Aayush Wellness launches Lung Care Tablets
Aayush Wellness announced the launch of its Lung Care Tablets, marking a significant expansion of its prevention led hea
Parivartan Scheme Gains Momentum with Over 1,300 Registrations in Just 1.5 Months
New Delhi, August 28: The ambitious Parivartan scheme launched by the central government to reduce air pollution in the
The air we breathe may be harming more than just our lungs, global study finds
Highlights: PM2.5 was linked to 8.82 million cancer cases from 2000 to 2020. The study examined 109 million cancer cases
Stone quarries put Assam semiconductor plant at risk
Green activists and local organisations have petitioned the government on flash floods and air pollution caused by the q
J&K leading in dementia prevalence in India
Srinagar, Aug 24:One in nine people in Jammu and Kashmir aged 60 years and above in J&K have dementia, the prevalence hi
From lungs to brain: Delhis pollution may have a deeper health cost
New Delhi, Aug 22: For Delhiites, the health cost of breathing polluted air may go beyond coughing, breathlessness and h
Construction Work Ban: This is important news for people thinking of building a house in Delhi. To curb air pollution, t
Delhi to ban construction during winter to curb pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a complete ban on construction activities from December 10 to January 20 to c
Ban on construction in Delhi from Dec 10 to Jan 20 to curb air pollution
Construction activities will be completely banned in Delhi from December 10 to January 20 as part of the government's me
Delhi to halt construction from December 10 to January 20 to curb winter pollution
Delhi will ban all construction from December 10 to January 20. This measure aims to tackle worsening air pollution duri
Delhi government orders construction ban for 42 days to tackle winter air pollution
Delhi will ban all construction activities from December 10 to January 20. This measure aims to control the city's sever
Greenstone, Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor in Economics at the University of Chicago, says air pollutio
Pakistan significantly affects NCR, Punjab's annual PM2.5 concentration: Report
Pakistan's transboundary pollution contributes nearly thirty-three percent to Delhi's annual PM2.5 levels. Local sources
PM2.5 pollution associated with increased disease, flare risk in rheumatoid arthritis: Study
The findings underscore the importance for healthcare providers and policymakers to recognise the impact air pollution c
Indian Kitchen Appliances Brand Glen Announces Independence Day Offer on BLDC Kitchen Chimneys
Glen Appliances Pvt. Ltd., one of India's leading kitchen appliance brands, today announced the return of its annual Gle
Air Pollution Accelerating Decay Of Humayun's Tomb: IIT Study
Study reveals black crust from pollution weakens Humayuns Tomb sandstone
The Centre reviewed Haryana's air pollution control measures and urged faster implementation. Focus is on stubble burnin
Operation Clean Air: Inspection of 64 Roads in Faridabad and Gurugram Reveals Violations
New Delhi, July 24: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has launched a special inspection campaign in Farid
Delhi clears implementation of Central scheme to phase out polluting commercial vehicles
PARIVARTAN scheme will incentivise replacement of highly polluting commercial vehicles with cleaner ones, leading to a r
Delhi Schools Launch Year-Long Air Pollution Awareness Campaign For Students
Delhi government directs schools to conduct year-long activities educating students on air pollution causes and health i
WHO adds air pollution to dementia risk factors, says up to 45% of cases may be prevented
New World Health Organization guidelines highlight preventing dementia through lifestyle changes. Addressing factors lik
VinFast Forum Explores How India can Accelerate Four-Wheeler EV Adoption
At a VinFast-hosted forum in Vietnam, journalists, industry experts and automakers agreed that winning mainstream buyers
Operation Clean Air: Inspection of Noida and Greater Noida Roads by CAQM
New Delhi, July 11: In an ongoing effort to reduce air pollution and manage dust in the Delhi-NCR region, the Commission
Congress has labeled the Environment Ministry a Pravachan Mantralay after four officials were removed. These dismissals
Can A Transition To Electric Vehicles Solves Delhi's Air Pollution?
Delhi EV policy: From 1 April 2028, only new electric two-wheelers will be registered in Delhi.
Companies in Delhi gearing up to comply with 50% WFH mandate
Delhi's mandate for 50% work-from-home during winter to combat air pollution is prompting companies to adjust operations
Delhi government clears Rs 8,300-crore for 7-year programme to combat air pollution
In a bid to improve air quality, the Delhi government has introduced an ambitious seven-year project worth Rs 8,300 cror
Delhi Launches Clean Air, Healthy Delhi Project with World Bank Support
New Delhi, July 3: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the launch of the Clean Air, Healthy Delhi project aimed at
From WFH to double parking charge, these rules are now permanent in delhi from Nov 1 to Feb 28
Delhi has rolled out a permanent winter anti-pollution plan, effective November 1 to February 28 annually. This framewor
Aravalli Biodiversity Park helps Delhi retain 3 million litres of rainwater, reduce flooding: Study
Delhi's Aravalli Biodiversity Park is a vital green lung, retaining nearly three million litres of rainwater annually an
Stringent Measures Against Air Pollution in NCR: 199 Inspections Conducted
New Delhi, June 20: The Air Quality Management Commission (CAQM) has intensified its monitoring and enforcement actions
Govt considering green charge on old buses, trucks, other goods vehicles that enter core NCR
After several rounds of discussions at Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), the Green Contribution Scheme is be
Higher Parking Fee, WFH: Inside Delhi's Plan To Combat Winter Air Pollution
The measures, outlined under a newly notified winter air quality management framework, are intended to help authorities,
The Trump administration is helping one of Elon Musks companies fight a civil rights lawsuit that alleges it is illegall
In Boost to Musk, Trump Admin Seeks to Dismiss Air Pollution Lawsuit Against xAI Data Centre
The Justice Department, in a statement Tuesday, said the Pentagon is one of many federal agencies that use AI.
Why Migrate? Entrepreneur Says India Offers Better Life For The Wealthy
A viral social media post by entrepreneur Sandeep Mall has ignited a debate on why wealthy Indians migrate abroad, contr
A new study reveals that air pollution significantly damages the placenta, restricting fetal growth and increasing pregn
This blood test may reveal lung cancer risk long before symptoms
A new blood test can predict lung cancer more than five years before diagnosis. This breakthrough offers hope for early
Scheme to speed up adoption of cleaner transport in Delhi-NCR gets Cabinet nod
Two-year programme with financial outlay of 9,585 crore aims to reduce air pollution by encouraging vehicle owners to mo
Uttar Pradesh Government Aims to Reduce Air Pollution in NCR by 35% by 2026
Lucknow, June 3: The Uttar Pradesh government is taking decisive action to combat air pollution in the National Capital
Why are Indian cities battling pollution in summer?
Winter smog may be over, but air pollution is still troubling Indian cities. From Delhi and Mumbai to Chennai and Hydera
Why do Indian cities get polluted in summer?| Explained
How is summer air pollution different from that in winter? Why does ozone rise in hot weather? What drives PM10 spikes i
Love hills to escape pollution? Study finds smoke from plains is now reaching the Himalayas
Air pollution across eastern India and the Indo-Gangetic Plain has worsened sharply over two decades. Bihar and West Ben
A chemical tank in Garden Grove, California, is overheating and venting vapors. This has led to the evacuation of 50,000
Making every possible effort to fix environment, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on pollution
Delhi's air pollution is a constant battle, not just a seasonal issue. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is driving year-round
Heatwaves And Smog: How The Combination Triggers Asthma, COPD And Breathlessness
Research shows that high temperatures can worsen air pollution, increase ground-level ozone, trap harmful particles in t
Delhi Governments Comprehensive Efforts to Enhance the Environment: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, May 23: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Saturday that the Delhi government is actively working on a c
Visakhapatnam air pollution: Citizens Forum seeks six-point action plan from administration
PM10 levels have risen 32.9% since 2017-18; the forum wants curbs on coal and construction dust, tighter vehicle checks
The Benefits Making Electric Vehicles Increasingly Popular in India
For many Indian consumers, electric vehicles are increasingly becoming a practical solution that combines lower running