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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

NDTV 9 Jun 2026 12:47 pm

AIIMS study shows how air pollution can damage placenta, restrict fetal growth and change babies before they are born

A new study reveals that air pollution significantly damages the placenta, restricting fetal growth and increasing pregn

The Economic Times 8 Jun 2026 2:11 pm

Hidden victims: Air pollution may harm babies before birth

The Times of India 7 Jun 2026 11:37 pm

Air Pollution Linked to Memory Decline, Equivalent to Aging a Decade: Study Reveals

New Delhi, June 7: Air pollution affects not only our hearts but also our brains. A new study suggests that prolonged ex

Morningstar 7 Jun 2026 5:51 pm

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

The Economic Times 6 Jun 2026 4:15 pm

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

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 9:41 pm

PM Modi hails Cabinets key decisions on Delhi-NCR clean mobility scheme, NH projects, airline support

New Delhi [India], June 3 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted a series of key decisions taken by the

RisingKashmir 3 Jun 2026 9:16 pm

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

Morningstar 3 Jun 2026 5:41 pm

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

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 4:17 pm

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

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 10:38 am

SMC Commissioner inspects NCAP works along NH-44

Srinagar, Jun 01: Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation,Faz Lul Haseeb on Monday inspected various sites along th

RisingKashmir 2 Jun 2026 7:25 am

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

The Economic Times 26 May 2026 4:45 pm

50,000 residents evacuated as Southern California officials trying to prevent explosion or leak from damaged chemical tank

A chemical tank in Garden Grove, California, is overheating and venting vapors. This has led to the evacuation of 50,000

The Economic Times 25 May 2026 9:57 am

CM reviews projects to curb air pollution

The Hindu 24 May 2026 1:21 am

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

NDTV 23 May 2026 7:03 pm

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

Morningstar 23 May 2026 3:48 pm

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 Hindu 21 May 2026 4:36 pm

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

News Voir 18 May 2026 5:27 pm

Hotel-Style Clear Shower Glass: Melamine foam lifts hard water; routine protects air

Hotel bathrooms achieve their pristine shine not through harsh chemicals, but a scientific marvel: melamine foam. This m

The Times of India 16 May 2026 5:10 pm

Gadkari questions how much has been done to address Delhis pollution issue through ECC

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari questioned the effectiveness of Delhi's Environment Compensation Cess (ECC) in tackling air

The Times of India 12 May 2026 8:22 pm

Government launches Road RADAR to identify air pollution sources

As part of the programme, one field surveyorhas been deployed in each of the 13 districts to systematically survey roads

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:15 am

Human Chain Protest Near KBR Park Against Tree Cutting

Speakers said any reduction in green cover could affect species dependent on the forest patch and warned that shrinking

Deccan Chronicle 7 May 2026 11:57 pm

NGT order warns of fines to southern States if clean air funds are not utilised

The tribunal has ordered all six southern States and Puducherry to ensure time-bound implementation of their State Actio

The Hindu 2 May 2026 4:25 pm

Jhum fires drive 27 pc of pre-monsoon air pollution in Mlaya, reveals study

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: A study based on field observations in Meghalaya has found that shifting cultivation

The Shillong Times 26 Apr 2026 2:25 am

How air pollution physically changes childrens lungs

Every breath your children take is actually an interaction between their bodies and the world around them. While we may

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 9:21 pm

Delhi Government Launches Advanced Air Pollution Study to Combat Pollution

New Delhi, April 22: The Delhi government is taking a significant step to tackle air pollution. A high-level meeting cha

Morningstar 22 Apr 2026 8:17 pm

Ahead of Thrissur Pooram in Kerala, Rajan Gurukkal calls for ban on high-decibel fireworks citing health risks, pollution

Warning of the impacts on air pollution, acoustic stress and public health, Prof. Gurukkal highlights the risks of condu

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:49 pm

Air pollution could be linked with increased migraine activity, study finds

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: Exposure to air pollution could be associated with an increased migraine activity, according to a stu

Daily Excelsior 17 Apr 2026 11:19 am

Rising Temperatures and Air Pollution in NCR: A Looming Crisis

Noida, April 17: Temperatures in the National Capital Region (NCR), including Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Delhi

Morningstar 17 Apr 2026 9:35 am

Congress Leader Ajay Maken Raises Alarm Over Delhis Toxic Air Quality

New Delhi, April 12: Ajay Maken, the treasurer of the All India Congress Committee and former Speaker of the Delhi Assem

Morningstar 12 Apr 2026 4:51 am

Delhi to ban new petrol two-wheelers from 2028: Govt proposes 100% tax relief for EVs up to 30L; Check major benefits for citizens switching to EVs

The Delhi government has released the draft Electric Vehicle Policy 2026-2030 for public feedback. Key proposals include

The Economic Times 11 Apr 2026 2:36 pm

Delhi Government Intensifies Fight Against Air Pollution with Innovative Trials

New Delhi, April 6: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi government is ramping up its efforts a

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 7:09 pm

Government's Rs 22,000-Crore Plan To Fix Delhi's Yamuna, Air Pollution

17 departments will now be required to track and report their spending against green goals

NDTV 6 Apr 2026 12:14 am

Delhi pollution plan: Restrictions on goods vehicles, check when BS-VI and EV rules will apply

Delhi will soon see stricter rules for goods vehicles entering the capital. From November 1, only BS-VI compliant, CNG,

The Economic Times 4 Apr 2026 1:23 pm

Delhi Allows Only BS-VI, EV Goods Vehicles From November; 62 Traffic Hotspots Targeted

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has launched the Air Pollution Mitigation Action Plan 2026, aiming to tackle the city's

NDTV 4 Apr 2026 1:05 pm

33 possible air pollution solutions progress to trial phase under challenge set by Delhi government

Delhi government's innovation challenge is moving to its next phase. Thirty-three prototypes designed to combat air poll

The Economic Times 3 Apr 2026 3:33 pm

DUs Carbon Garden to combat air pollution, lessen toxic gases

From Our Special Correspondent Experts from different fields today agreed that instead of a piecemeal approach to tackle

The Shillong Times 30 Mar 2026 4:20 am

Crackdown On Illegal Bike Silencers, Lamps In Ongole

Such modifications not only increase noise and air pollution but also pose serious risks to motorists, often leading to

Deccan Chronicle 25 Mar 2026 7:09 pm

Pollution crisis beyond Delhi

There has been much talk about air pollution in Delhi and its magnitude and effects on the health of the general populat

The Navhind Times 25 Mar 2026 12:05 pm

AIIMS-Delhi To Study Link Between Lung Cancer And Air Pollution

The AIIMS-Delhi is set to conduct the AIRCARE study, which plans to study the correlation between particulate matter and

NDTV 20 Mar 2026 4:17 pm

Climate action can prevent over 13.5 million deaths by 2050: Study

New Delhi: More than 13.5 million deaths due to air pollution could be avoided by 2050 under climate action that limits

The Siasat Daily 19 Mar 2026 3:56 pm

Climate action could help prevent over 13.5 million deaths due to air pollution by 2050: Study

Climate action to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius results in more than 13.5 million avoided premature deaths f

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 3:18 pm

Significant Drop in Pollution Levels Across NCR Due to Rain and Strong Winds

Noida, March 19: A sudden change in weather on Wednesday evening brought relief to the entire NCR region. Strong winds,

Morningstar 19 Mar 2026 9:21 am

In War-Torn Iran Air Pollution Unleashes Invisible Health Threats

Burning oil depots & bombed buildings sending toxic debris into the air in Iranian cities.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Mar 2026 12:09 pm

Telangana Meets Retrofit Firms to Convert Petrol, Diesel Autos to Electric Vehicles

Representatives of retrofitment companies shared their views on the feasibility of converting existing autorickshaws int

Deccan Chronicle 16 Mar 2026 10:00 pm

Curtains drawn on 4-decade-old MC Mehta case on air pollution as SC disposes PIL

NEW DELHI, Mar 15: The four-decade-old MC Mehta case finally came to an end on March 12 when the Supreme Court disposed

Daily Excelsior 15 Mar 2026 2:25 pm

Deepika Padukone flags Mumbai air pollution, mayor says BMC reviewing rising AQI concerns

Actor Deepika Padukone highlighted Mumbai's poor air quality. This sparked a debate, leading Mayor Ritu Tawde to assure

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 3:18 pm

Deepika raises AQI alarm in Mumbai

Actress Deepika Padukone, who was last seen in Singham Again, is questioning the authorities in the Maharashtra administ

The Shillong Times 13 Mar 2026 5:54 am

How is this okay? Deepika Padukone slams Mumbai air pollution, asks authorities to intervene

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has voiced serious concerns about Mumbai's air quality. She stated that residents, parti

The Economic Times 12 Mar 2026 7:49 pm

Rajya Sabha members demand stricter law enforcement to reduce air pollution

Members want conceptual restructuring of the Environment Ministry to meet emerging challenges of climate change; Swati M

The Hindu 9 Mar 2026 9:49 pm

Mumbai Pollution Linked To 57% Of Lung Cancer Cases: Maharashtra Government Warns of Health Crisis

Rising air pollution in Mumbai is now being linked to 57% of lung cancer cases, the Maharashtra government told the stat

NDTV 27 Feb 2026 12:26 pm

Inside Mumbai's Worsening Air Pollution Crisis

Mumbai woke up to yet another blanket of haze on Tuesday morning, with a grey veil hanging over the skyline from Bandra

NDTV 25 Feb 2026 3:38 pm

Air pollution: Supreme Court seeks Centres plan to shift coal-based units out of Delhi-NCR

The Supreme Court has ordered ministries to develop a plan for relocating coal-based industries from the Delhi-National

The Economic Times 23 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

Air pollution: SC seeks replies from Centre on proposal to shift coal-based industries out of NCR

The court says it will examine the issue of vehicular air pollution on March 12 based on the suggestions made by the Com

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 4:21 pm

Air Pollution: SC Seeks Centre's Reply on Shifting Coal-based Industries out of NCR

It also sought responses of all the stakeholders on the measures suggested by the CAQM to deal with dust due to construc

Deccan Chronicle 23 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

1.32 million lives may be saved yearly by 2040 under ambitious climate action: Study

The study also projected that the balance of pollution flowing across borders may shift, even when total global air poll

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 8:18 pm

Air pollution directly linked with increased Alzheimers disease risk: Study

NEW DELHI, Feb 18: A study conducted in 27.8 million people in the US has shown that exposure to air pollution can direc

Daily Excelsior 18 Feb 2026 5:33 pm

Bhopal News: National Green Tribunal Directs Companies To Fund Scientific Waste Disposal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Companies producing disposable items such as tin, glass, plastic packaging, and electronic good

Free Press Journal 14 Feb 2026 11:00 pm

Mumbai Air Pollution: IIT Bombay Study Reveals Excess Mucus May Increase Lung Damage In Smog-Hit Cities

Mumbai, Feb 13: As air pollution continues to choke major Indian metros, new research reveals a worrying truth about how

Free Press Journal 13 Feb 2026 6:49 pm

TGSRTC plans 2,800 e-buses for Hyderabad by 2027 via retrofitting

Hyderabad: The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has announced plans to expand its electric bus fleet

The Siasat Daily 13 Feb 2026 4:23 pm