Noida Residents Report Sewage in Water Supply, Seek CM Help
Residents of LIG flats in Noida's Sector 99 face clogged sewers and contaminated water, posing health risks. They have written to CM Yogi Adityanath demanding permanent solutions.
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NGT Directs Action on Illegal Jaipur Garbage Depot
The National Green Tribunal has issued directives to Rajasthan authorities concerning an illegal garbage dumping site in Mansarovar, Jaipur, citing pollution and health hazards.
Madikeri Villagers Protest Asphalt Plant Health Hazards
Residents of Echur Kunda village in Ponnampet taluk staged a dharna against an asphalt and cement mixing plant, citing severe health issues and pollution. They demand immediate closure of the unit.
Winter Heaters: Hidden Dangers in Enclosed Rooms
As cold waves hit northern India, room heaters and blowers bring warmth but hide lethal risks like carbon monoxide poisoning, fires, and respiratory issues. Experts warn of proper ventilation and safety measures.
Health Alert: Drying Clothes Indoors is Dangerous
Drying laundry indoors releases 2 litres of water, raising humidity & mould growth. WHO warns it increases respiratory risks by 75%. Learn safe alternatives now.
Massive 5-Day Health Fairs Benefit Over 2 Lakh in State
National Health Mission's block-level health fairs provided critical services to over 2 lakh people, including child screenings, vaccinations, and digital health integration. Explore the impact.
Tarn Taran: 3 family members die of suffocation
A family in Tarn Taran's Alipur village died from suffocation after lighting a fire indoors for warmth. A second child fights for life. This is the second such incident in Amritsar this week. Learn how to prevent such tragedies.
Seismologist Arun Bapat, 85, passes away in Pune
Eminent seismologist Arun Bapat, known for his work on earthquake prediction and seismic hazards, died in Pune at 85. Read about his pioneering legacy.
Gurgaon Sector 9A Road Revamp Faces Quality, Safety Flak
Residents of Gurgaon's Sector 9A allege shoddy road restoration by MCG contractor after sewer work, citing safety hazards. The RWA demands accountability for the 900-metre stretch's defects.
Margao's SGPDA Parking Lot Hazardous After Events
Residents in Margao protest the dangerous state of the SGPDA Fatorda parking lot, littered with waste and debris after commercial events. Demanding accountability and cleanliness. Read more.
NGT Asks Ministry for Details on Environmental Health Panels
National Green Tribunal demands clarity on status of key environmental health committees. Ministry must submit meeting records by next hearing. Read the full story.
India sets up world's second National Environmental Standard Lab
India establishes its National Environmental Standard Laboratory (NESL) at CSIR-NPL to certify air pollution monitoring equipment for local conditions, boosting environmental governance and reducing foreign dependence. Read more.
Green Glow Environmental Festival in Goa on January 10
Goa's Green Glow festival on Jan 10 features film screenings, a green-skilling workshop, and an award. Join students, teachers & filmmakers for ecological preservation.
Lightning Emerges as India's Top Natural Killer
A new study reveals lightning caused 46% of India's weather-related deaths from 2002-2022. Climate change and deforestation are driving a surge in strikes, turning it into a national crisis.
Room Heater Safety: Habits That Create Winter Risks
Room heaters pose risks not from malfunction but from daily habits. Learn about placement errors, power shortcuts, and air quality issues to stay safe this winter.
Button Battery in Toy Nearly Kills 18-Month-Old in Lucknow
SGPGIMS doctors saved an 18-month-old who swallowed a button battery, causing internal bleeding. Experts warn parents to be vigilant with toys. Read the full case study.
India sets up world's second environmental standards lab
India establishes its own National Environmental Standard Laboratory in Delhi to certify air monitoring gear for local conditions, cutting import reliance and aiming for a share in the $4 billion global market.
10 Dangerous Lightning Myths You Must Stop Believing
Lightning safety is full of myths. We debunk 10 common misconceptions, from 'striking twice' to 'rubber protection', with science-backed facts from experts to keep you safe.
Electrical Short Circuits: 2nd Leading Cause of Telangana Fires
Electrical short circuits caused 2,226 fires in Telangana this year, exposing risks from aging wiring and lax safety norms. Experts warn of Hyderabad's unique urban mix as a key vulnerability. Read more.
Doctor's Warning: Camphor Looks Like Sugar, Can Harm Kids
A paediatrician shares two alarming cases of children eating camphor, thinking it's sugar. Learn why this common household item is dangerous for a child's brain and how to prevent it.
LMC Distributes Safety Equipment to Sanitation Workers
Lucknow Municipal Corporation, led by Mayor Sushma Kharakwal, distributed standard safety gloves to sanitation workers in Zone 1 to combat occupational hazards. Read about the city's commitment to worker safety.
Gurgaon man feared drowned in open drain, friend questioned
A 40-year-old man is missing after falling into an open drain in Gurgaon's Daulatabad village. Police question his friend as family raises doubts over the incident's sequence of events. Search operation continues.
Ramesh: SC Must Stop Retrospective Environmental Approvals
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh demands Supreme Court action against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them a mockery of governance. Details on the Sariska boundary revision case.
Noida Bus Drivers Navigate Dense Fog for Daily Commute
Noida bus drivers brave hazardous fog with visibility as low as 50m to ferry 35,000 daily passengers. Learn about the risks and safety measures in place.
Khanna Fog Accident: 1 Dead, 2 Critical on NH
A young man died and two were critically injured after their motorcycle hit a stationary milk tanker in dense fog on a Punjab highway. The victims were returning from Fatehgarh Sahib. Read the full details.
Nagpur Students Risk Lives on Dangerous Road to School
Over 500 students in Nagpur face daily hazards on a treacherous road near schools due to NHAI flyover work. Parents demand urgent safety measures. Read more.
5 Fog Safety Tips for Motorcycle Riders in India
Winter fog reduces visibility, posing severe risks for bikers. Follow these five crucial safety tips for riding in foggy conditions to protect yourself and your machine.
Golaghat health camp for drivers finds 25 with high BP
A health camp in Golaghat screened 85 transport workers, identifying 25 with hypertension and 8 with diabetes. 35 ABHA IDs were created for digital health records. Read more.
Nagpur flyover work leaves roads damaged, commuters at risk
Prolonged construction of Nagpur's Y-shaped flyover has severely damaged roads on the Kadbi-Mominpura stretch, causing daily hazards and traffic snarls. Residents demand urgent action.
Family sues Delta, KLM over bed bug bites on flight
A Virginia family is suing Delta Air Lines and KLM for over $200,000 after suffering bed bug bites during a flight to Serbia. Their vacation was ruined by the infestation.
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