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Rajasthan air quality in 'poor' category after Diwali, AQI hits 318 in Bhi
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As the festive lights of Diwali fade, a thick blanket of smog engulfs the skies, with air pollution levels rising sharply across major cities in Rajasthan, Delhi and other states.
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Congress leader Tariq Anwar blames Delhi govt after GRAP-2 invoked
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
He said that the Delhi Government is increasing pollution rather than creating awareness among peopEarlier today, after the invocation of GRAP-2 regulations in the Delhi-NCR following an increase in pollution levels, BJP leader RP Singh termed it a difficult time for the region, stating t
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Lahore tops world's most polluted cities' list
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In Lahore, pollution levels varied across different areas, with Allama Iqbal Town recording an alarming AQI of 459, followed by Gulberg at 396, Shadman at 384, Model Town at 362, and Lahore Airport at 398.
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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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Pollution levels should be determined by usage, not age: Manjinder Sirsa a
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear the Delhi government's plea on July 28 regarding the EoL policy, which was put on hold after a public backlash. The policy, implemented in compliance with the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) guidelines, enforced a blanket ban on diesel vehi
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Stage-I GRAP measures enforced in NCR as Delhi AQI plunges to 'poor'
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
In view of rising pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR with immediate effect.
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Stage-I GRAP measures revoked across NCR following subsequent decrease in
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Following the subsequent decrease in the air pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked the Stage-I measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the entire National Capital Region (NCR) on Sunday.
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BJP Govt's record, AQI crosses 500 in May itself: AAP
Updated : 10 months ago IST
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) came down heavily on the BJP-led Delhi government over unprecedented air pollution levels in Delhi this May, stating that the capital has never seen such toxic air during this time of year under Arvind Kejriwal's government.
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Delhi LG makes changes to duty hours of officials after decrease in pollut
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
With the decrease in pollution levels of New Delhi, the Lieutenant Governor has made changes to the duty hours of officials and employees working in the Delhi Government and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), as per a release.
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PoJK residents face traffic woes and water shortages
Updated : 11 months, 1 week ago IST
Residents of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir are facing a multitude of urban challenges that threaten their quality of life. From severe traffic congestion to critical water shortages and rising pollution levels, the urgency for immediate attention and action has never been greater.
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India's Urban Population to Reach 600 Million by 2036: Primus Partners Rep
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 11: India's rapid urbanization is creating significant challenges, from infrastructure gaps, increase in pollution levels to rising affordable housing demands and the growing effects of climate change. By 2036, urban areas are expected to contribute 75% to the cou
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Actors Amit Sial, Rahul Bose advocate balanced diet, active lifestyle duri
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Launched by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on December 17, the cycling drive has assumed significance among both professional and amateur cyclists, promoting FIT India's motto of an active lifestyle to remain healthy - 'Fitness ka dose, aadha ghanta roz' (Daily dose of fitness for 3
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