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Carbon monoxide levels register gradual rise in Delhi in first five months this year: Data- In 1987, the world swapped ozone-destroying CFCs for safer refrigerants; nearly 40 years later, scientists found the switch had been quietly raining a forever chemical across the planet
- AIIMS study shows how air pollution can damage placenta, restrict fetal growth and change babies before they are born
- Electric mobility key to long-term fight against air pollution: UNEP chiefA top UN official stresses electric mobility and mandatory vehicle emissions testing for long-term air pollution solutions. India's plan to...05 Jun, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
- Quit metro life for a smaller city? Here’s the real money math Indians must check before movingMany are trading metro life for tier 2 cities, seeking better quality of life, cleaner environments, and reduced stress. While income may f...18 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
- What happens if you drive without a gas cap?Forgetting your gas cap might seem minor, but it allows toxic fuel vapors to escape, contributing to air pollution. This oversight can also...14 May, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
- Ukraine is hitting oil facilities deep inside Russia. Soaring fuel prices could blunt impactUkrainian drones are hitting Russian oil facilities deep inside the country. These attacks aim to cut funding for the war. While the econom...02 May, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
- Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact review: Designed for modern indoor air needsThe Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact is a premium air purifier designed for India’s worsening urban air quality, combining a compact, redesig...28 Apr, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
- Vaishno Devi offerings case exposes toxic metal in silver: How this adulterant, if present in your jewellery, can damage lungs, kidneys & raise cancer riskA major controversy has emerged at the Vaishno Devi Temple after investigations found that much of the “silver” donated by devotees contain...21 Apr, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
- Vaishno Devi 'silver' offerings scam: Mint finds toxic fake metal in donationsSilver offerings at Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine are not pure silver. Assayers found offerings contained only 5-6% silver, with the rest being ...21 Apr, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
- NAACP sues Musk's xAI, alleging illegal operation of gas turbinesThe NAACP has sued xAI and its subsidiary MZX Tech, alleging they illegally operated gas turbines to power a data centre in Mississippi wit...15 Apr, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
- Microplastics in India’s agriculture: A growing problem demanding urgent actionA new roadmap by NAAS emphasises national monitoring, improved waste management, and biodegradable alternatives to combat the growing crisi...11 Apr, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
- Why battery recycling units across India are harmful for children and pregnant womenA new study by Toxics Link reveals alarming lead contamination in soil surrounding battery recycling units across India, with levels signif...09 Apr, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
- Toxic pollution from Iran war will spread and last for decadesBlack rain carrying toxic chemicals has fallen on Tehran. This followed Israeli drone strikes on oil depots near the capital. Experts warn ...16 Mar, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
- How is the world's most polluted city battling toxic air?Lahore, Pakistan, facing severe air pollution, has been ranked as the world's most polluted city. The hazardous smog, attributed to factors...06 Nov, 2024, 02.02 PM IST
- Air pollution in Delhi remains in 'very poor' category with AQI dropping from 405 to 339 on SaturdayThe air quality improved overnight due to an increase in the wind speed and a change in the wind direction. The AQI of the national capital...18 Nov, 2023, 11.01 AM IST
- Delhi pollution: Aliens from another world must think Delhiites to be on a suicide missionThe health risks of polluted air are personal to a vast majority of the Capital's residents. Yet, few want to take responsibility and even ...15 Nov, 2023, 11.18 PM IST
- Air pollution: Delhi squanders gain due to rain as firework ban goes up in smokeIn the 24 hours ending at 4 pm on Monday, the AQI rose from 186 to 349 in Ghaziabad, from 193 to 349 in Gurugram, from 189 to 363 in Noida,...13 Nov, 2023, 06.48 PM IST
- Delhi battles with toxic air pollutionExpressing concern about the expected deterioration in air quality in the coming days due to Diwali and stubble burning in neighbouring sta...06 Nov, 2023, 11.22 AM IST
- Pollution can permanently damage a child's brain: UnicefThe findings come at a time when India, particularly in the north, is facing a serious crisis due to rising levels of pollution. Last month...06 Dec, 2017, 10.27 AM IST
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