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Formula 4 night street race in Chennai | Madras High Court calls for MoU signed between T.N. and Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd

Madras HC seeks MoU between TN govt & RPPL for Formula 4 night street race on public roads; petitioners fear threat to public safety & pollution. Litigants question need to spend ₹42 cr this year & ₹15 cr annually for private event. AG compares it to IPL cricket. Petitioners fear…

The Hindu

Delhi Pollution: Air quality in national capital again recorded as 'severe'

The AQI at the Jahangirpuri and Dwarka sector 8 was recorded at 411 and 405 respectively, falling in the 'severe' category. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How toxic air is affecting mental health in Rome

Study explores link between higher particle pollution and conditions such as anxiety disorders and depression

The Guardian - UK

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New Catalyst Breaks Down Fishing Nets And Nylon-6, Offering A Solution To Plastic Pollution

Scientists develop high-tech process to easily degrade durable plastic pollution without harmful by-products

Zenger

As plastic production grows, treaty negotiations to reduce plastic waste are stuck in low gear

Plastic pollution has spread to Earth’s farthest reaches, with widespread effects on wildlife, the environment and human health. To curb this problem, U.N. member countries are negotiating a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution, which they aim to complete by the end of 2024.

The Conversation

When indoor air becomes deadly

Household air pollution is a hidden source of death and illness and climate change seems to be making it worse

Salon

Noise Pollution: Delhi police issues notification to prohibit blowing of horns at Delhi Airport's T-3

'It was necessary to prevent this harm by reducing the noise levels emitted from the use or blowing of horns...' Read further on Dynamite News:

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Air Pollution From Fossil Fuels Kills 5 Million People Every Year: Study

The disease burden due to air pollution is now estimated to be on par with other major global health risks.

International Business Times UK

Fewer short flights would help tackle transport emissions: Rattenbury

Transport pollution is a 'problem area' for Canberra.

The Canberra Times

New Zealand freshwater study sounds alarm over E coli pollution levels

The report Our Land and Water looks at how waterways are polluted by four major contaminants in 650,000 river segments, 961 lakes and 419 estuaries

The Guardian - AU

Air pollution from fossil fuels ‘kills 5 million people a year’

Of more than 8m deaths worldwide from outdoor air pollution, 61% linked to fossil fuels, finds study

The Guardian - UK

Like a high-sodium diet: traffic pollution can cause rise in blood pressure – study

Study finds the spike in blood pressure can last up to 24 hours and may contribute to cardiovascular problems

The Guardian - US

Action plan sought for rejuvenation of Lakshmanateertha river

Local community in Hunsur concerned over increasing pollution of river Lakshmanatheertha; untreated sewage, biomedical waste, wet waste from hotels & restaurants, bottles, plastic mugs, paper cups from bars dumped into river. KSPCB conducted study, suggested CMC Hunsur provide 100% UGG system to entire town, yet to be completed. Rejuvenation of…

The Hindu

‘A biodiversity catastrophe’: how the world could look in 2050 – unless we act now

The climate crisis, invasive species, overexploitation of resources and pollution could break down crucial ecosystems. We asked experts to lay out the risks and offer some solutions

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The Independent UK

Coal power, traffic, waste burning a toxic smog cocktail in Indonesia's Jakarta

Pollution is causing respiratory illnesses and deaths to rise in Indonesia's island of Java, including the capital, Jakarta

The Hindu

Gujarat HC rejects a petition on ban of loudspeakers at mosques

Gujarat HC rejects PIL seeking ban on use of loudspeakers in mosques during azaan. Court calls it "wholly misconceived" and questions petitioner's claim of noise pollution. Asks for scientific evidence of decibel levels. Notes aarti with drums and music starts early at 3 a.m., yet doesn't cause noise

Chicago Sun-Times

When it comes to enjoying the outdoors, Black and low-income families get left out

Like pollution and climate change, inadequate access to nature is not a crisis shouldered equally, Ben Jealous writes.

The Hindu

NGT forms panel to analyse cause of sea turning red in Puducherry

NGT forms committee to investigate cause of sea turning red in Puducherry. Panel to comprise CPCB, PPCC, Marine Biology Dept. of University of Puducherry and senior scientist. Report suggests algal bloom or industrial pollution as possible causes. Samples collected on 3 days. Report to be submitted to NGT's southern zone…

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Capital & Main

At a Los Angeles Housing Project, Progress Starts by Not Settling for Less

Ramona Gardens residents decided years ago that their health was not a luxury, and they are pushing for what they deserve.

The Times of India

How environmental factors impact our reproductive health

Fertility health is a crucial component of overall well-being. In recent years, increasing attention has been directed towards the influence of our environment on this aspect of our lives. It is now well acknowledged that several environmental factors, including pollution, exposure to toxins, and lifestyle decisions, have a significant role…

The Guardian - US

UN human rights experts express alarm over PFAS pollution in North Carolina

Evidence of Chemours-operated plant contaminating region is ‘alleged human rights violations’, say experts appointed by council

Medical Daily

Breathing In Polluted Air During Heavy Traffic Could Raise Blood Pressure Of Passengers

Researchers found that pollution from heavy traffic resulted in an increase in blood pressure equivalent to the effect of a high-sodium diet.

The Guardian - UK

What impact does the Guardian have on the natural world?

We have been measuring our organisation’s biodiversity footprint – here’s how we did it

The Guardian - UK

Unilever accused of breaking plastics pledge as sachet sales approach 53bn

Greenpeace says consumer goods group is badly off track to meet target of halving virgin plastic use by 2025

The Hindu

NGT bans desilting in Rajasthan’s Bisalpur dam without environmental clearance

NGT bans desilting, dredging activities in Rajasthan's Bisalpur dam without prior environmental clearance. Contract issued to private firm as "guaranteed annual return" for 20 years. NGT directs State Pollution Control Board to take action if tribunal's directions not followed. Desilting/dredging activities in guise of mineral extraction not allowed without environmental…

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