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As AQI soars, senior lawyer urges hybrid hearings in Delhi HC
Updated : 4 months ago IST
In a detailed letter addressed to Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, Pahwa highlights that the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) has remained in the 'severe' category, frequently touching 450-600 in several monitoring zones. PM2.5 levels, he notes, have crossed 190 mg/m³, more than
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Former AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria warns of rising health risks, advise
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Dr Guleria said, "The current high levels of air pollution, indicated by poor AQI, are leading to acute health effects, particularly among individuals with underlying heart or lung conditions, the elderly, and young children. These groups are experiencing increased chest
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Avoid using green crackers, pollution levels are rising: Health expert
Updated : 4 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Apollo Hospital's Senior Consultant in Internal Medicine, Dr S. Chatterjee, points out that although pollution is 30% less than that of traditional crackers, increased air pollution levels continue to pose health hazards, particularly for patients with respiratory diseases.
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SC to pass order on pollution in Rajasthan's Jojari river on October 9
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
On September 16, the apex court had taken a suo motu cognisance over the discharge of industrial waste in Jojari river, saying it was affecting hundreds of villages there.
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National Green Tribunal takes up plea on health hazards from airborne dust
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A school student has petitioned the National Green Tribunal (NGT), highlighting the harmful effects of airborne dust generated during street sweeping and its impact on public health. The petition states that the widespread feeding and proliferation of pigeons across Delhi-NCR result in exce
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Water crisis in PoGB: A call for urgent action to address women's strain,
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
From November to April, these women are forced to trek down to the riverbank to fetch water, often carrying heavy jerricans on their backs or using donkeys to transport the life-sustaining liquid.
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Pakistan: Karachi's Jinnah Road in disarray after heavy rains, highlights
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Days after heavy rains inundated Karachi, major roads, including the crucial MA Jinnah Road, remain severely damaged, reflecting the inefficiency of municipal authorities. The city is grappling with broken roads, open manholes, stagnant sewage, and heaps of garbage. Residents report that the
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Chefwow Revolutionizes Kitchens with Handmade Cast Iron Cookware
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 19: In a market saturated with non-stick cookware, a new brand is making waves by offering a healthier alternative. Chefwow, specializing in premium quality cast iron cookware, is setting new standards in the kitchenware industry. Unlike other online brands and retail
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PoJK: Residents protest in Muzaffarabad over road congestion, safety issue
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
People in Muzaffarabad protested to demand repairs and widening of the road from Shaheed Gali to Garhi Habibullah, citing traffic congestion and health hazards due to its poor condition.
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World Bank launches climate and health initiative to avert 21 million deat
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
According to a press release by the World Bank, with projections indicating at least 21 million additional deaths by 2050 due to climate-related health hazards, the program aims to fortify health systems, particularly in vulnerable regions of sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.
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Celekt launches ‘Mission E-waste’
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 12: In the midst of a relentless surge in electronic consumption, the looming threat of e-waste on both our environment and health has reached critical proportions. Stepping up to address this pressing concern, Celekt Mobiles, a leading mobile retail cha
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The Power of Silence: Discovering the Magic of Soundproofing by Netrack
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 18: With the exponential growth of data centers and the increasing demand for efficient server operations, managing noise levels has become a crucial concern for businesses worldwide. Excessive noise impacts the comfort of employees working in server racks
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