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Karnataka Government will resume distribution of free sanitary pads to school, college girls from October 2023, says Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Separately, government launched a pilot project for distribution of menstrual cups to students in in Dakshina Kannada and Chamarajanagar districts. It is part of the government’s initiative on improving reproductive health by maintaining menstrual hygiene. At the same time, menstrual cups will contribute to reducing environmental pollution.

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Small island nations take high-emitting countries to court to protect the ocean

Countries threatened by rising sea levels are asking a tribunal to decide on responsibility for pollution of the marine environment

The Guardian - UK

T.N. Chief Secretary urges district collectors to intensify monitoring of drinking water

Tamil Nadu Chief Sec. urges District Collectors to address water contamination issue with urgency. Take prompt measures incl. repair of pipelines, protection of tanks & reservoirs. Identify & address sources of pollution, regular cleaning & disinfection, enhanced quality surveillance & utilisation of field test kits. Involve SHG members in taking…

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Study sheds more light on firefly habitat, mega congregation in Anamalai Tiger Reserve

A study of firefly species in Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, underscores need for proactive conservation measures to preserve their habitat & safeguard ecosystem. Minimizing artificial light impact on communication & mating behaviors is also key. Suggested measures include low luminosity torch lights, limiting vehicular movement &…

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Two-day workshop on making eco-friendly Ganesha begins

Parisara Balaga, an environmental forum, held a two-day workshop to create awareness of eco-friendly Ganesha idols. The objective was to reduce air and water pollution and protect aquatic life. Resource persons taught participants how to mix ingredients and make idols, which they could take home for worship. The Mysuru City…

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Air pollution makes it difficult for bees to find flowers: Research

According to a new study, air pollution prevents bees from finding flowers because it degrades the scent. Read further on Dynamite News:

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London pollution alert issued as UK set for hottest day of the year

On Thursday was temperatures hit 32.6C recorded in Surrey

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Rugby fans in France told they face fines if they are drunk or too noisy

England and Scotland supporters heading to Marseille to watch the start of the Rugby World Cup could face large fines for drunkenness or noise pollution.

Evening Standard

Shhhh! Rugby World Cup fans face fines if they are too noisy in Marseille

England and Scotland open their World Cup campaigns in city this weekend with fines of up to £154 for noise pollution and £128 for drunkenness

The Guardian - UK

‘Autobesity’ on course to worsen air pollution caused by motoring

Trend for bigger, heavier cars means more particles get released from brakes, tyres and road surfaces

The Guardian - UK

EPA’s inspector general says agency isn’t enforcing benzene pollution rules at refineries in Texas, nationally

A report by the federal environmental agency’s internal watchdog found that EPA is failing to enforce its own pollution limits for the known carcinogen at many refineries — including some in Texas.

The Texas Tribune

Superbugs catch a ride on air pollution particles. Is that bad news for people?

Antibiotic resistant microbes from the soil, from aquaculture, from sewage and from hospitals can hook onto air pollution particles. A new study looks at the implications.

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Karnataka High Court allows Shanth Thimmaiah to continue as KSPCB chairman for now

The High Court of Karnataka on Thursday stayed the State government’s August 31 corrigendum, which resulted in abruptly ending the tenure of Karnataka State Pollution Control Board’s Chairperson Shanth A. Thimmaiah.

The Hindu

The northern plains of India is the most polluted region | Data

AQLI data shows failure to meet WHO's PM2.5 guideline cuts global life expectancy by 2.3 years. South Asia is worst affected, with Bangladesh losing 6.8 years & India 5.3 years. China stands out due to its success in reducing pollution by 42.3%, extending life expectancy by 2.2 years.

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People With Respiratory Conditions At Greater Risk From Climate Change:

Their symptoms will become worse, and for some, this will be fatal. The post People with respiratory conditions at greater risk

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3,200 deaths a year: 1 of many reasons air pollution in Australia demands urgent national action

Australia is holding its collective breath ahead of a bushfire season that may bring a return of the smoke linked to 400 deaths and 4,500 hospitalisations and emergency department visits during the 2019–20 Black Summer fires.

The Hindu

For an expanse of blue, with air so clean

Clean air remains a long stride in many mega-cities and other places and it should be people who find and apply solutions, supported by innovative adequate air quality policies

Inverse

The Best Way To Find Alien Civilizations May Be To Search For Their Pollution

A recent study suggests that JWST should be able to detect traces of industrial pollution and life in the skies of TRAPPIST-1e -- if they're there .

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France 24

Air conditioning: Welcome relief from climate change, but part of the problem

As heatwaves become increasingly common, sales of air conditioning units are going up in France and around the world. But while these cooling systems offer relief from high temperatures – in some cases, even saving lives – they are also a source of pollution and extra energy consumption that contributes…

The Guardian - AU

Queensland coalmines to rival electricity sector for climate pollution by 2030, report finds

Eighteen new coal projects represent ‘carbon bomb’ that should not be approved, conservationists say

The Guardian - UK

World meteorologists point to ‘vicious cycle’ of heatwaves and air pollution

The climate crisis and soaring temperatures are worsening air quality, WMO says, with ‘knock-on effects’

The Independent UK

EPA delays new ozone pollution standards until after 2024 election

The Environmental Protection Agency is delaying plans to tighten air quality standards for ground-level ozone — better known as smog — despite a recommendation by a scientific advisory panel to lower air pollution limits to protect public health

The Guardian - UK

Tory peers could stop Gove’s plan to relax pollution rules in England

Zac Goldsmith and a former No 10 adviser back Lords rebellion that hopes to maintain river protections

The Hindu

Vinayaka idols made of biodegradable material alone should be immersed in waterbodies, says TNPCB

The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has said only Vinayaka idols made of natural, biodegradable, eco-friendly material such as traditional virtuous clay and mud should be immersed in waterbodies throughout Tamil Nadu

Evening Standard

Children in London’s most deprived boroughs at greatest risk of asthma attack

Data shows an 187% jump in the number of children in London with asthma being admitted to hospital between August and September 2021

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