Mining Areas Show High Lung Damage in Residents, Miners
New data reveals severe lung impairment & heavy-metal exposure in communities near India's mines. Experts warn of insufficient environmental safeguards. Read more.
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NGT stops Baner construction for dust, noise pollution violations
NGT's Pune bench halts a Baner residential project after MPCB finds dust, noise, and waste norm violations. Builder ordered to implement measures. Final hearing in 2026.
Goa's Severe Air Pollution Puts Children's Health at Risk
Paediatricians in Goa raise alarm as severe air pollution from construction in Panaji and Porvorim triggers asthma and chronic respiratory issues in children, with long-term health consequences.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches Anti-Dust Campaign, Allocates Funds
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta personally cleaned Ring Road, announcing intensified measures & Rs 10 crore per MLA for dust-resistant roads to combat pollution. Read about the govt's action plan.
Delhi Govt Starts City-Wide Cleanliness Drive
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta kicks off a major city-wide cleanliness drive, focusing on waste management and dust control to improve air quality and public health. Read more.
Delhi CM Orders DMRC for Strict Dust Control at Construction Sites
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
Delhi AQI Above 300, GRAP Stage III Active
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI above 300 in multiple areas. GRAP Stage III restrictions are enforced. Read for details on affected zones and health advisory.
Blue Origin's AI Turns Moon Dust into Power Source
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin unveils an AI-designed lunar device that converts moon dust into energy, solving the critical power challenge of the two-week lunar night. Discover how this innovation works.
NASA Rover Confirms Electric Sparks in Martian Dust Devils
NASA's Perseverance rover has recorded 55 electric spark events on Mars, confirming a long-held scientific theory. This discovery could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's atmosphere and climate. Read the full details here.
Delhi CM Warns Strict Action Against Departments Over Pollution
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal warns of strict action against govt depts for lapses in pollution control measures. Review meeting held as air quality dips.
University Camp Tackles Drug Abuse Through Legal Awareness
Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University organized a legal awareness camp to combat drug abuse. Experts discussed laws, rehabilitation, and community action. Read more.
Goa Ministers Act on Porvorim Corridor Dust Pollution
Goa ministers demand action from contractor over severe dust pollution from Porvorim elevated corridor. Air quality in Panaji now equals smoking 3.2 cigarettes daily. Read about the health crisis and official response.
Delhi Air Crisis: Industries Must Install Pollution Monitors
Delhi tackles severe air pollution. Authorities mandate industries to install monitoring devices and expedite control measures. Experts highlight key pollution sources.
Ahmedabad AQI Crisis: AMC Blamed for Pollution
Ahmedabad's air quality remains hazardous as Opposition Leader Shehzad Khan Pathan accuses AMC of negligence in dust control across major civic projects. Read the full report.
Dust pollution spikes respiratory cases in Panaji, Porvorim
Doctors in Goa report a sharp rise in asthma and allergy cases due to severe dust pollution in Panaji and Porvorim. Experts urge N95 mask use and immediate preventive action to curb health risks.
Delhi MCD Clears Key Anti-Pollution Measures
Delhi's Municipal Corporation approves urgent measures to tackle pollution, focusing on road repairs to curb dust. Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh mandates immediate implementation. Read for details.
Pollution Control Day: Bhopal Tragedy & Health Crisis
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Goa Air Pollution Hits Extreme Levels, Doctors Warn
Panaji's air pollution is now 18 times above WHO safe limits, causing severe health issues. Residents face respiratory crises as construction dust chokes Goa. Read more.
BMC Sends Notices to Major Infra Projects Over Dust Norms
Mumbai's BMC issues notices to bullet train & coastal road projects for flouting dust rules. Only 38% of city's sites have mandatory AQI sensors installed. Details inside.
Andhra Pradesh Tops India in HIV Control
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Odisha Reports 2,462 HIV Cases in Seven Months
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi air quality improves but remains in 'poor' category
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
Gurgaon's Rs 700 Dog Sterilisation Plan Faces Doubts
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
Adampur Road Work Delay Triggers Asthma Health Crisis
Administrative neglect in Hisar's Adampur causes asthma surge as incomplete road and sewer projects create dust pollution, forcing residents to relocate. MLA demands immediate action.
NASA finds 'mini-lightning' on Mars in historic discovery
NASA's Perseverance rover records first evidence of electrical discharges during Martian dust storms. Scientists confirm tiny sparks that could impact future missions.
Delhi gets 14 new mechanical road sweepers to fight dust
MCD deploys 14 new mechanical road sweepers in Delhi under NCAP to combat dust pollution. Fleet to expand to 70, targeting major roads and pollution hotspots for cleaner air.
Mumbai's Air Quality Plummets After Monsoon Withdrawal
Mumbai faces deteriorating air quality post-monsoon with several areas recording poor AQI. GRAP measures may be implemented if conditions worsen. Learn about affected areas and official response.
Win the War Against Home Dust: 7 Simple Habits
Tired of endless dusting? Discover 7 powerful, no-cost daily routines to reduce dust, improve air quality, and create a healthier home environment without expensive purifiers.
Delhi Ends Work From Home as GRAP-3 Curbs Lifted
Delhi government revokes GRAP-3 restrictions as air quality improves. Work from home ends for government and private offices. Full details on revised measures.
Delhi Air Quality: GRAP Stage 3 Revoked, Stage 1-2 Enhanced
CAQM revokes GRAP Stage 3 in Delhi-NCR but strengthens Stage 1 & 2 restrictions as AQI remains 'very poor' at 371. Learn what changes for vehicles, schools, and industries.
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