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SC eases GRAP-4 restrictions in Delhi NCR, allows GRAP-2 measures to check pollution levels

The court expressed frustration over delayed compensation to construction workers impacted by the ban on construction activities due to severe…

December 5, 2024 17:30 IST

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Watch video | Delhi breathes easy as city registers drop in air pollution, records ‘moderate’ air quality after weeks

The national capital is also experiencing a seasonal temperature dip. After recording 11°C on previous days, the mercury dropped to…

Updated: December 5, 2024 11:05 IST

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Can air pollution cause myopia among children? Here’s what doctors say

Delhi Air Pollution: Pollution isn’t just a respiratory issue—it has harmful effects on the entire body including on the ocular…

December 2, 2024 08:31 IST

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Schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR to reopen amid poor air quality? Here’s what Supreme Court said

Despite this, the bench refused to relax GRAP-4 restrictions, and noted that a sustained improvement in AQI levels was necessary…

November 25, 2024 16:02 IST

How detox diet can help you fight air pollution and improve health

Detox dieting centers on consuming foods and supplements known to help the body in the self-removal of toxins as well…

November 25, 2024 09:03 IST

Revolutionizing Urban Commuting: Solutions For Last-Mile Connectivity

This shift to electric mobility can play a vital role in mitigating the harmful effects of vehicular pollution, contributing to…

November 24, 2024 17:01 IST

Delhi Air Pollution: Air quality level shows minor improvement, shift to ‘very poor’ from severe category

The air quality (AQI) was recorded to be at 362 at 8 am today (November 24) , offering minimal relief…

Updated: November 24, 2024 11:24 IST

Delhi Air Pollution: AQI in national capital slips down to ‘severe’ after temporary ‘very poor’

AQI measured in Delhi at 8 am was 420 as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Updated: November 23, 2024 09:46 IST

Indian Chest Society criticises NMC’s decision to remove respiratory medicine departments amid rising air pollution

The doctors stressed the need for systemic interventions, such as robust respiratory healthcare infrastructure, to meet the growing healthcare demands…

November 21, 2024 20:51 IST

Delhi chokes as AQI plummets to 'severe plus' level, stands at 483; schools go online, flights delayed

Is worsening air pollution driving surge in searches for ‘Respiratory Diseases’? Google Trends has the answer

With respect to Interest by Subregion, people from Delhi searched ‘Respiratory Diseases’ the most followed by Goa, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu…

November 21, 2024 11:00 IST

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Explainer | Why do farmers burn their crops while Delhi gets smoked out?

While stubble burning garners widespread attention, other pollutants significantly contribute to Delhi’s air crisis. Case in point — a study…

November 19, 2024 20:09 IST

Delhi air pollution to hurt traders with 20% estimated business loss: CAIT

CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said rising pollution levels deter consumers from venturing out, especially in crowded markets, leading to…

November 19, 2024 18:47 IST

Delhi-NCR chokes: Noida, Ghaziabad and Gurugram schools ordered to conduct classes online; DU, JNU also shift to online lectures as AQI worsens

The decision came as Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) was invoked in the National Capital Region,…

Updated: November 19, 2024 08:48 IST

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EXPLAINER | How GRAP-4 can help clean up the Delhi air

Stubble burning this season has contributed as much as 40% of Delhi’s pollution, as per SAFAR, a weather forecasting agency…

November 19, 2024 03:45 IST

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Experts dispute “fall” in farm fires, say satellite imaging not foolproof

AQI in Delhi-NCR to stay at “severe” level for next four days.

November 19, 2024 02:15 IST

Supreme Court orders strict GRAP-4 implementation in Delhi-NCR, restrictions to stay despite AQI dip

These curbs will remain in place even if the Air Quality Index (AQI) improves and goes below 450 level, as…

Updated: November 18, 2024 19:02 IST

Google Trends: GRAP IV sparks internet frenzy as fresh bans come into effect in Delhi

The GRAP-4 action plan has put in motion the ban on the entry of diesel-powered medium and heavy vehicles (BS-IV…

November 18, 2024 10:45 IST

Air Pollution Impact on Children, Check Symptoms, Preventions and More

GRAP 4 in Delhi: What are the long-term impact of air pollution among children? Know symptoms and prevention tips

GRAP 4 in Delhi: Children exposed to air pollution are more likely to develop asthma, pneumonia, and other respiratory infections.

November 18, 2024 10:11 IST

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