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Now access hyperlocal air quality info on Google Maps with AI-powered Air View+

Now access hyperlocal air quality info on Google Maps with AI-powered Air View+

Wed, Nov 20, 2024

While this aspect is widely understood and appreciated, the ability to take targeted action has been limited due to imperfect data around air quality at the hyperlocal level, Google said.

At 78.67 lakh, Delhi Metro records highest-ever daily ridership on November 18

At 78.67 lakh, Delhi Metro records highest-ever daily ridership on November 18

Tue, Nov 19, 2024

Amid the severe pollution gripping the national capital, Delhi Metro recorded its highest-ever daily ridership on November 18, with a staggering 78.67 lakh passenger journeys, according to official data.

North India facing medical emergency due to stubble burning: Atishi

North India facing medical emergency due to stubble burning: Atishi

Mon, Nov 18, 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Monday said north India is facing a medical emergency due to hazardous air quality caused by stubble burning.

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Air quality in Delhi improves as winds disperse pollutants

Air quality in Delhi improves as winds disperse pollutants

Wed, Dec 08, 2021

An AQI between zero and 50 is considered good, 51 and 100 satisfactory, 101 and 200 moderate, 201 and 300 poor, 301 and 400 very poor, and 401 and 500 severe.

Ahead of Supreme Court hearing, Commission of Air Quality Management undertakes 10 emergency measures to control air pollution

Ahead of Supreme Court hearing, Commission of Air Quality Management undertakes 10 emergency measures to control air pollution

Wed, Nov 17, 2021

By Anjani Pandey

Schools to remain shut on Monday, construction activity prohibited from 14-17 November amid deteriorating air quality in Delhi

Schools to remain shut on Monday, construction activity prohibited from 14-17 November amid deteriorating air quality in Delhi

Sat, Nov 13, 2021

Amid deteriorating air quality in the National Capital Territory of Delhi, the state government has ordered shutting down of schools on Monday. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday. The government has also ordered prohibition of construction activities in Delhi from November 14 to 17

Aapki Khabar Aapka Fayda: How we can save country from air pollution ?

Aapki Khabar Aapka Fayda: How we can save country from air pollution ?

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

In this episode of Aapki Khabar Aapka Fayda, we will know how we can save ourselves and the country from air pollution.

News Live: Deadly air pollution in India, ICMR's shocking disclosure on pollution

News Live: Deadly air pollution in India, ICMR's shocking disclosure on pollution

Wed, Dec 23, 2020

The statistics of deaths due to pollution by the country's largest research institute ICMR is very worrying, according to the report of ICMR, 17 million people died in India in 2019 due to pollution. The report also assesses the economic damage caused to India by pollution.

Why air pollution in India has surged | the reasons behind the choking haze

Why air pollution in India has surged | the reasons behind the choking haze

Wed, Nov 11, 2020

As winter approaches each year, a haze of toxic smog envelopes vast swathes of northern India, including the capital New Delhi, forcing authorities to shut schools and restrict the use of private vehicles.

Delhi air quality in 'very poor' category after six-day 'severe' streak

Delhi air quality in 'very poor' category after six-day 'severe' streak

Wed, Nov 11, 2020

After remaining in the 'severe' zone for six days on the trot, Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Wednesday as a change in the wind direction reduced the contribution of stubble burning to the pollution, though it was still in the 'very poor' category.

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: BIG relief! Hot mix plants, stone crushers to be shut till Nov 17

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: BIG relief! Hot mix plants, stone crushers to be shut till Nov 17

Wed, Nov 11, 2020

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: With the spike in air pollution in Delhi-NCR, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on Wednesday ordered closing of hot mix plants and stone crushers till November 17 and also asked Punjab and Haryana to take stringent action to curb stubble burning.

Air pollution causes 40% deaths in patients with chronic illnesses: AIIMS Director

Air pollution causes 40% deaths in patients with chronic illnesses: AIIMS Director

Wed, Nov 11, 2020

Noting that air pollution is a silent killer, Randeep Guleria, Director at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), said that it contributes to up to 40 per cent deaths in patients with chronic illnesses and neonatal fatalities.

Celebrating a safe Diwali amidst COVID-19 and pollution

Celebrating a safe Diwali amidst COVID-19 and pollution

Sat, Nov 07, 2020

How does air pollution affect our health? There are many organs and bodily functions that can be harmed, consequences include respiratory disease like COPD, aggravation of bronchial asthma; fatigue, headaches and anxiety; irritation of the eyes, nose and throat; nervous system damage and have effects on the cardiovascular system.

Air pollution: Steps being taken to combat Delhi, north pollution: Javadekar

Air pollution: Steps being taken to combat Delhi, north pollution: Javadekar

Fri, Nov 06, 2020

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar on Friday said the Centre was taking all steps to combat air pollution in Delhi and other parts of north India ahead of the winter season

Air pollution in Delhi: Toxic haze suffocates city;

Air pollution in Delhi: Toxic haze suffocates city;

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

Air Pollution in Delhi: A layer of pungent haze shrouded the national capital and smudged landmarks from view on Wednesday, as people complained of itchy throat and watery eyes. Unfavourable meteorological conditions -- calm winds and low temperatures -- caused the air quality to be in the "severe" category.

Modi government releases Rs 2,200 cr to 15 states towards measures for air quality improvement

Modi government releases Rs 2,200 cr to 15 states towards measures for air quality improvement

Tue, Nov 03, 2020

The 15 states include Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

Pollution in NCR: Air quality 'severe' to 'very poor' in parts of Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Noida

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

Pollution: The air quality largely remained "very poor" in parts of Gautam Buddh Nagar, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon and Faridabad while it reached "severe" levels at places in the National Capital Region on Thursday, according to a government agency.

Air pollution: Contractors handling construction waste, public toilets penalised in Noida

Air pollution: Contractors handling construction waste, public toilets penalised in Noida

Mon, Oct 19, 2020

The Noida Authority said it issued penalties worth Rs 3,37,500 on various private contractors and entities for allegedly violating pollution guidelines and rules here on Sunday.

Air pollution dropped by 88 pct during lockdown, turns severe again

Air pollution dropped by 88 pct during lockdown, turns severe again

Sat, Jun 06, 2020

Even though the pollution levels in six major cities plummeted during the initial phase of the lockdown, it is on the rise again as the country gradually opens up, a recent study has revealed.

Air pollution linked to increased dementia risk

Air pollution linked to increased dementia risk

Tue, Mar 31, 2020

Recent studies have linked both cardiovascular disease and air pollution to the development of dementia, but findings on the air pollution-link have been scarce and inconsistent.

India may face kidney diseases due to air pollution

India may face kidney diseases due to air pollution

Fri, Feb 28, 2020

Researchers have found that people living in countries with higher levels of air pollution such as India and China may face higher risks of developing kidney diseases.

Skin allergy patients multiply in Kanpur due to pollution

Skin allergy patients multiply in Kanpur due to pollution

Mon, Dec 02, 2019

Skin specialist in the Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College (G.S.V.M Medical College) D. P. Shivhare said that the number of urticaria patients reporting in the out patients department had gone up to 30 to 35 per day.

No relief to Delhiites from air pollution

No relief to Delhiites from air pollution

Sat, Nov 16, 2019

The Air Quality Index (AQI) at certain places in Delhi continues to remain in the 'severe' category as a thick blanket of smog covers the national capital on Saturday.

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