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From waste to electricity to pollution

Delhi remains the most polluted city in India, as of December 20. Air pollution in Delhi mostly originates from human activities such as burning coal; petrol, diesel, and gas; biomass in industries; and coal-based power plants. According to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air, thermal plants emit sulphur dioxide at levels 240 times higher than stubble burning. …

Delhi Pollution Plants Air Wte Garbage Burning Wte Plants

1 day, 14 hours ago

Delhi's air quality turns severe, experts warn of no immediate respite

India Today

Delhi residents are having to grapple with winter chill clubbed with hazardous air to breathe as the city's Air Quality Index registered an unhealthy 406 at 3 pm on Sunday afternoon, official data showed. Despite a slight improvement in Delhi's air quality on the night of December 20, when pollution levels momentarily subsided, the smog and pollution surged back to …

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1 day, 14 hours ago

Delhi may get rain for 3 days next week, relief from pollution likely

India Today

Delhi and its neighbouring states, including Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan will likely see rainfall after Christmas from December 26 to 28. Western disturbance refers to a storm originating in the Mediterranean region that brings sudden winter rain to the northwestern parts of India and its neighbouring countries. The interaction of the two wind systems is expected to facilitate …

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1 day, 23 hours ago

Doctor reveals why autism is soaring in the US and hotspots with the biggest risk

Daily Mail

Doctors have revealed the myriad of causes of autism spectrum disorder, as diagnoses of the condition surge in the US. A study in JAMA Network Open found autism diagnoses among all age groups surged 175 percent between 2011 and 2022, from a rate of 2.3 to 6.3 per 1,000 people And the biggest increase was among young adults ages 26 …

Research Autism Pollution Disorder Condition Diagnoses

1 day, 23 hours ago

Action sought to prevent air pollution along Kakinada coast

The Hindu

The Kakinada Rural MLA Pantam venkateswara Rao, commonly known as Pantam Nanaji, sought action to prevent the air pollution caused due to various industries located in the Kakinada rural mandal during the erstwhile East Godavari Zilla Parishad general body meeting held in Kakinada on Saturday. Ambedkar Konaseema districts discussed on the issues of erstwhile East Godavari district at the general …

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2 days, 9 hours ago

“We Cannot Always Rely On God For Winds, Show Some Will To Clear Air Pollution”: Bombay High Court Tells BMC, Maha Govt

Live Law

The Bombay High Court on Friday while expressing displeasure over the 'harsh' air pollution in Mumbai, told the authorities that they cannot rely on the God for winds to clear the air and instead the authorities need to show some 'will' to cut down the air pollution in the city. A division bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and …

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2 days, 14 hours ago

‘Trapped inside’: The children suffocating in the smog of Lahore

Al Jazeera

Air pollution has become a major problem in Pakistan and it is children who are paying the price. It’s not good.” The fear is real – smog and air pollution cause much more than just coughing fits. So, it’s not actually improving the situation.” The lack of data on pollution levels in Pakistan is also a major problem, he adds: …

Health Children Pakistan School Quality Pollution Air

2 days, 14 hours ago

Chennai residents, pressure groups ask GCC to scrap proposed waste-to-energy incinerator in Kodungaiyur

New Indian Express

Chennai residents and the Alliance for Incinerator-Free Chennai members submitted a petition to the Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner on Tuesday demanding the scrapping of the proposed Waste-to-Energy incinerator plant in Kodungaiyur. Over 200 residents, civil society organisations and environmentalists endorsed the representation letter, said environmental activists and contributors for Citizen Matters, Vishvaja Sambath and Lokeshwaran ES. According to them, the …

2 days, 20 hours ago

Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | Air gets too toxic to breathe: Whose problem is it really?

Deccan Chronicle

Delhi’s Central Pollution Board, the Committee for Air Quality Management for the National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas and the Central government’s Air Quality Early Warning System in Delhi have got into action as the national capital’s Air Quality Index moved into the “severe” category when it crossed the 400 mark -- it was 433 on Tuesday -- and invoked …

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2 days, 20 hours ago

EPA head Regan, who championed environmental justice, to leave office Dec. 31

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Michael Regan, who championed environmental justice as administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, will leave the agency Dec. 31, three weeks before the end of President Joe Biden’s term. Regan led EPA “with compassion and skill” and “advanced historic environmental justice policies to better protect the health and well-being of every American,” Carper said. Regan, who worked at …

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2 days, 21 hours ago

Opinion divided on Ennore thermal plant expansion at public hearing

The Hindu

The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board held a public hearing on Friday to discuss the proposed expansion of the Ennore Thermal Power Station. M. Karunakaran, a fisher leader from Kattukuppam, said Ennore’s industrial growth over the past 30 years had failed to create permanent jobs, while harming the livelihoods of fishers and farmers as well as the health of the …

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3 days ago

Vandiyur tank should become absolutely pollution free in 18 months: HC

The Hindu

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Thursday directed that within 18 months Vandiyur tank in Madurai should become absolutely pollution-free. The court directed authorities to ensure that not a drop of untreated water flows into Vandiyur tank. Having clarified that the project can go on subject to the statutory restriction contained in Rule 4 of Wetlands Rules, …

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3 days, 14 hours ago

Blood clotting in veins increases by 100 per cent due to pollution, know prevention tips from expert

India TV News

These days people of Delhi-NCR are facing a triple attack. The latest research shows that due to pollution, the risk of blood clotting in the veins increases by 100%. That is why according to WHO, pollution is also largely responsible for the 50 lakh deaths caused by brain stroke every year. In such a situation, let us know from Swami …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

Fatcat water firm bosses are accused of fleecing households with eye-watering bill hikes to subsidise the broken industry

Daily Mail

Fat cat water bosses were last night accused of fleecing households with eye-watering bill hikes to subsidise the broken industry – as they enjoyed bumper bonuses for failure. Mark this day, for it is the day you became angry.’ Singer turned water campaigner Feargal Sharkey said that Ofwat is making people pay 'for decades of criminal activity' Aerial view of …

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4 days, 2 hours ago

Dehi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs NCR States To Form Teams For Monitoring GRAP Compliance

Live Law

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed NCR states to form multiple teams of officials to monitor compliance with measures of the Graded Response Action Plan, imposed due to the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR. So long as GRAP III and GRAP IV measures are in force, they shall regularly submit reports regarding compliance as well as breaches to the respective …

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4 days, 3 hours ago

Your cosy home comforts could make you seriously ill: As Britons snuggle down in front of the fire for Christmas, experts have an ominous warning - and even scented candles aren't safe

Daily Mail

Amid winter’s freezing grip, it’s the season for cosy home comforts, in the shape of crackling wood fires, flickering scented candles to perfume our snugly draught-proofed homes – and the tempting aroma of a hot meal bubbling on the cooker. Dr Suril Mehta, an epidemiologist at the US National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, who co-authored the study, said: ‘Even …

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4 days, 3 hours ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs UP And Haryana To Impose Complete Ban On Firecrackers Similar To Delhi

Live Law

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to implement complete bans on firecrackers similar to that imposed in Delhi. The Supreme Court today heard the matter concerning air pollution in Delhi-NCR, focusing on the year-round ban on firecrackers, the Graded Response Action Plan, and implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. In its …

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4 days, 3 hours ago

Flights grounded as toxic smog blankets European capital

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Swiss air quality technology company IQAir, which assesses air quality in real time, put Sarajevo’s air quality index, or …

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4 days, 9 hours ago

Fog, Smog Or Vog: How Are These Different Even Though They Look Same?

ABP News

Is it fog or smog? Mist and fog are caused by water droplets in the air, and the only difference is how far you can see, while smog is majorly made up of ozone. The main fog is caused by water droplets, whereas smog includes smoke and particulate matter, as per a report published by IIT Kanpur. Fog makes it …

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4 days, 14 hours ago

Wood you believe it? Just four fines are issued by councils for illegal burning - despite 100 complaints being made a week

Daily Mail

Complaints to councils over smoke pollution coming from wood burners have rocketed in the past 12 months – but no one has been prosecuted. Trendy open fires have been making a comeback in recent years –with around 10 per cent of households burning wood. Trendy open fires have been making a comeback in recent years –with around 10 per cent …

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Schools in Gurugram, and Faridabad shift to hybrid mode due to air pollution, Haryana government issues order

India TV News

Amid the worsening of air quality in the Delhi-NCR region, the Haryana government has taken a significant step toward improving school students' well-being. The Haryana school education government has asked all government and private schools located in Gurugram and Faridabad to switch to hybrid teaching mode for all classes except for classes 10 and 12, with immediate effect, until further …

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4 days, 14 hours ago

China's clean air actions boost life expectancy, report says

China Daily

China reversed a 0.6-year decline in life expectancy from 2013 to 2020 thanks to significant air pollution control measures, a report released on Thursday found. The national average PM2.5 concentration fell from 63 micrograms per cubic meter in 2013 to 33 micrograms in 2020, enabling more than half of the population to breathe air that meets national standards. Improved air …

China Pollution Air Life Expectancy Billion Xue

4 days, 14 hours ago

As air pollution rises, Gurugram and Faridabad schools move to hybrid mode

India Today

The Haryana School Education Department has instructed all government and private schools in Gurugram and Faridabad to switch to a hybrid mode of learning for all classes, except Classes 10 and 12, until December 21, 2024. This measure aligns with Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan, a set of emergency guidelines aimed at addressing critical air quality issues. DEPUTY …

Air Gurugram Hybrid Mode Pollution Rises

5 days, 6 hours ago

Diljit Dosanjh Concert In Chandigarh Breached Prescribed Noise Limits, Strict Action Against Violators Suggested: UT Tells Punjab Haryana HC

Live Law

The Union Territory of Chandigarh today told the Punjab and Haryana High that Diljit Dosanjh's concert which was held on December 14, breached the prescribed noise limits and "strict action" is recommended against the violators.On December 13, the Court had permitted Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh to hold a concert in Chandigarh on December 14. The Union Territory of Chandigarh today …

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From waste to electricity to pollution

Delhi's air quality turns severe, experts warn of no immediate respite

Delhi may get rain for 3 days next week, relief from pollution likely

Doctor reveals why autism is soaring in the US and hotspots with the biggest risk

Action sought to prevent air pollution along Kakinada coast

“We Cannot Always Rely On God For Winds, Show Some Will To Clear Air Pollution”: Bombay High Court Tells BMC, Maha Govt

‘Trapped inside’: The children suffocating in the smog of Lahore

Chennai residents, pressure groups ask GCC to scrap proposed waste-to-energy incinerator in Kodungaiyur

Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | Air gets too toxic to breathe: Whose problem is it really?

EPA head Regan, who championed environmental justice, to leave office Dec. 31

Opinion divided on Ennore thermal plant expansion at public hearing

Vandiyur tank should become absolutely pollution free in 18 months: HC

Blood clotting in veins increases by 100 per cent due to pollution, know prevention tips from expert

Fatcat water firm bosses are accused of fleecing households with eye-watering bill hikes to subsidise the broken industry

Dehi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs NCR States To Form Teams For Monitoring GRAP Compliance

Your cosy home comforts could make you seriously ill: As Britons snuggle down in front of the fire for Christmas, experts have an ominous warning - and even scented candles aren't safe

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs UP And Haryana To Impose Complete Ban On Firecrackers Similar To Delhi

Flights grounded as toxic smog blankets European capital

Fog, Smog Or Vog: How Are These Different Even Though They Look Same?

Wood you believe it? Just four fines are issued by councils for illegal burning - despite 100 complaints being made a week

Schools in Gurugram, and Faridabad shift to hybrid mode due to air pollution, Haryana government issues order

China's clean air actions boost life expectancy, report says

As air pollution rises, Gurugram and Faridabad schools move to hybrid mode

Diljit Dosanjh Concert In Chandigarh Breached Prescribed Noise Limits, Strict Action Against Violators Suggested: UT Tells Punjab Haryana HC