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Doctors warn Delhi-NCR residents after air quality turns 'severe' in the region

As air quality in several parts of Delhi-NCR plunged to the 'severe' category on Friday morning, people said they experienced breathing problems and irritation in the eye among others.

Dynamite News · Nov 3, 2023

BMA prepares to fight PM2.5 dust

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has prepared measures to curb the hazardous ultra-fine PM2.5 dust pollution, which is expected to escalate to a high level from Friday until Sunday.

Bangkok Post · Nov 3, 2023

Congress seeks revamp of Air Pollution Act

Delhi’s air quality plummeted to the “severe plus” category on Friday morning, a stage at which all emergency measures, including a ban on polluting trucks, commercial four-wheelers, and all types of construction, are mandated to be initiated and enforced in the National Capital Region.

The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023

England cricketers resort to inhalers for tackling alarming pollution in India

England cricketers resort to inhalers to cope with high pollution levels in Indian cities; Bombay High Court expresses concern over deteriorating air quality index in Mumbai; 2.3 million deaths in India due to pollution in 2019.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Democrats unveil plan for plastics

The sweeping bill is unlikely to pass, but its components could still make an impact

Salon · Nov 2, 2023

Mumbai air pollution: MPCB asks Hindustan Petroleum, Tata Power to cut down production by 50%

MPCB orders 50% cut in production by HPCL, Tata Power, Aegis Logistics & Sealord Containers to curb air pollution in Mumbai. Bank guarantee of ₹10 lakh & ₹5 lakh forfeited for Aegis Logistics & Sealord Containers respectively. Two RMC plants closed down. MPCB to monitor emissions from BPCL, HPCL, RCF,…

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Mumbai’s October heat and pollution are likely to stay for some time | Explained

Global warming is causing changes in wind patterns, resulting in heat waves, humidity, and pollution in Mumbai. Urban adaptations, such as green infrastructure, public transport, and air filters, are needed to reduce the consequences of these hazards. Early-warning systems are also necessary to protect vulnerable populations.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Morning Digest | Gaza crossing opens for foreigners and wounded; October gross GST collections climb to ₹1.72 lakh crore, and more

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The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Risk of type 2 diabetes linked to air pollution in Chennai, Delhi

Indian cities have consistently dominated the tops of lists of places with the worst air for residents, with air quality frequently several times higher than the limits set by the World Health Organisation.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Entry of diesel buses into Delhi stopped from today: Environment Minister Gopal Rai

Environment Minister Gopal Rai chaired a review meeting at the Delhi Secretariat on Wednesday on the rising pollution level and implementation of Graded Response Action Plan-II.

Dynamite News · Nov 1, 2023