The Supreme Court on Friday (November 6) said vehicular emissions are the major reason for the rise in air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The apex court noted there was bumper-to-bumper traffic in Delhi-NCR and asked authorities about measures taken to contain pollution.
Delhi is stepping up efforts to contain rising air pollution as deteriorating weather conditions contribute to a seasonal decline in air quality, with authorities introducing additional restrictions ahead of Diwali. Exposure to polluted air can contribute to respiratory problems and…
KATHMANDU: Air pollution levels in the Kathmandu Valley have risen with the onset of the dry season, with several areas recording unhealthy air quality. According to IQAir, a Switzerland-based air quality monitoring platform, Kathmandu recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI)…
The air quality index in Delhi has already soared above 650, more than 30 times the limit the World Health Organization deems to be safe Continue reading... The air quality index in Delhi has already soared above 650, more than 30 times the limit…
Air pollution, especially PM 2.5 fine particulate matter in large cities, is becoming a challenge for the environment and public health. According to Mr. Le Hoai Nam, Deputy Director of the Department of Environment ( Ministry of Agriculture and Environment ), air pollution…
As fall fieldwork progresses, resist the pressure to apply simply because harvest is finished. Let field conditions guide the decision. Figure 1. A graphic representation of the nitrogen cycle and how the application of anhydrous ammonia plays a role in this…
Diwali brings thick smog, high particulate matter and toxic gases that linger for days, raising concerns about health effects. Dr Nilesh Patil, Consultant Surgical Oncologist at HCG Manavta Cancer Center, Nashik, says a few days of exposure are unlikely to…
A thick blanket of smog engulfed Delhi on Friday as air pollution levels surged to alarming levels, with the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 391, just short of the 'severe' category, two days ahead of Diwali. As many as…
Delhi AQI remained at 369 as 20 areas crossed 400, with Jahangirpuri recording 454 amid haze, fog and rising respiratory complaints. Delhi AQI Stays Severe as 20 Areas Cross 400, Jahangirpuri Hits 454 Delhi’s air quality remained in the very poor category on Thursday, with the Central…
A Jagran report on Delhi air pollution cites AQI 687 and a construction ban, but the readings and alleged order need official verification. Delhi Air Pollution Report Raises Red Flags Over AQI and Construction Ban A report by Jagran – New Delhi…
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