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Replacing single-use plastic cups with paper ones is problematic: Study
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg have demonstrated that paper cups can also harm the environment because they contain harmful substances.
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Israel cracks down on polluting cars
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
As part of the operation, about 150 vehicles were taken off the road and more than 100 reports were given for pollution and noise beyond what is allowed by law.
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Air pollution is connected to mental health service of dementia patients:
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
According to a study published in the open-access journal BMJ Mental Health, exposure to relatively high levels of air pollution is linked to a rise in the use of community mental health services by dementia patients.
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"I am planning to put an end to sirens on VIP vehicles": Union Minister Ni
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
"Controlling sound pollution is very important. I am lucky that I got an opportunity to end the red light (beacon) on VIP's vehicle. Now, I am planning to put an end to sirens on VIP vehicles," said Gadkari.Minister Gadkari was addressing the public during the inauguration ceremony of Pune's
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One thousand Amaltas trees planted in Buddha Jayanti Park
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 10: A special plantation programme was organised at Buddha Jayanti Park situated in central ridge of Delhi. In this programme, one thousand trees of Amaltas had been planted in the park. This whole programme was successfully completed under the supervision of Presid
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Chakr Innovation Receives Rs 18 Crore Funding Boost from EXIM Bank's Ubhar
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 10: In a significant development for India's environmental sustainability and technology sector, Chakr Innovation, a pioneering startup specializing in pollution reduction solutions, has secured substantial funding of INR 18 crores from the Export-Import Bank of Ind
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SC asks Delhi, Haryana govts for status report on pollution in Yamuna rive
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
The Supreme Court has asked the Delhi and Haryana governments to file a status report on pollution of the Yamuna River.
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Air pollution linked to higher mental health service of dementia patients:
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Exposure to relatively high levels of air pollution is associated with increased use of community mental health services by people with dementia, according to a large long-term study published in the open-access journal BMJ Mental Health.
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Afghanistan: Residents of Kabul voice concern over surge in air pollution
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Residents of Kabul complained about increased air pollution and urged the current government to address the sources of the capital's air pollution, TOLOnews reported.
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Aim to achieve zero stubble burning this year: Narendra Singh Tomar
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Paddy stubble in several regions is burnt after the Kharif harvest to make way for the Rabi crop sowing. In the process, it leads to the deterioration of the air quality in the national capital region and beyond.
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Auro Impex & Chemicals Limited secures a Rs 20.25 crore order
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 1: Auro Impex & Chemicals Limited, specializes in the manufacturing, exporting, and supply of Discharge & Collecting Electrodes, as well as internal parts and spares for Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) Received an order for collecting and disc
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UNESCO recommends delaying decision on placing Great Barrier Reef on list
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
UNESCO has recommended delaying a decision to place the Great Barrier Reef on a list of "in danger" World Heritage sites, but has emphasised it remains under "serious threat" from climate change and pollution, ABC News reported.
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