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  Pollution: SC re-imposes ban on construction in Delhi-NCR, asks states to pay affected workers

  India | November 25, 2021 13:07 IST

  The order took note of the submissions of solicitor general Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, that a plan for graded response has been prepared in pursuance of which measures are identified to be taken progressively on the basis of worsening levels of ambient air pollution.

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  Delhi air quality remains in 'very poor' category today, AQI at 332

  India | November 19, 2021 10:31 IST

  The entry of trucks in Delhi except those carrying essential commodities has been stopped till November 21, 2021.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, November 15, 2021

  India | November 16, 2021 3:31 IST

  India's Number One and the most followed Super Prime Time News Show ‘Aaj Ki Baat – Rajat Sharma Ke Saath was launched just before the 2014 General Elections.

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  Diwali after effects: Ayurveda recommended tips to keep check on your lung health

  Health | November 13, 2021 18:25 IST

  Post Diwali pollutions levels are on the rise with many facing breathing problems. At this point, everybody is on the lookout for various measures to combat the ill effects of pollution. Here are some Ayurveda recommended tips to keep a check on your lung health

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  Vehicles accounted for 50 per cent Delhi pollution in early winter: Report

  India | November 12, 2021 13:33 IST

  During Nov 2-6, the contribution of pollution sources in NCR dominated the initial phase- going up to 70-80 per cent. 

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  Delhi air quality turns hazardous, crosses 600-mark at several places

  India | November 05, 2021 11:59 IST

  According to the latest update by System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR), the air quality in several areas in Delhi was recorded in the "very poor" category with AQI ranging around 400

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  Noida's plan to curb pollution: 10-yr-old diesel, 15-yr-old petrol vehicles to be impounded

  India | October 10, 2021 18:30 IST

  According to 'winter action plan' issued by Gautam Buddh Nagar district administration, 'police have been asked to ensure that vehicles not destined for Noida or Greater Noida use bypasses or peripheral expressways.'

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  Delhi government to enhance greenery to reduce dust pollution: Officials

  India | October 10, 2021 16:40 IST

  The move comes after Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal last month directed PWD officials to improve greenery to reduce dust pollution in the city.

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  Delhi's air quality to deteriorate again around Oct 10: CM Kejriwal

  News | September 13, 2021 16:20 IST

  Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that there are chances that the air quality could deteriorate again from October 10.

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  Delhi, neighbouring states asked to 'refine, update' action plan to tackle stubble burning

  India | September 07, 2021 23:05 IST

  The central panel had in June asked Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh to prepare comprehensive action plans to "completely eliminate the practice of stubble burning".

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  Not easy to ensure development, clean air, climate action for such huge population: Ashwini Choubey

  India | September 03, 2021 14:56 IST

  Choubey also informed that Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, who was supposed to deliver a special address at the summit, could not attend the event as he was travelling out of the city.

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  High pollution levels increase dementia risk: Study

  Science | August 05, 2021 15:55 IST

  In the UW-led study, a small increase in the levels of fine particle pollution (PM2.5 or particulate matter 2.5 micrometers or smaller) averaged over a decade at specific addresses in the Seattle area was associated with a greater risk of dementia for people living at those addresses.  

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  Air quality in Delhi to be moderate for next 3 days

  India | June 02, 2021 17:22 IST

  According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of IMD, the predominant pollutant will be PM10. The strong surface winds are favourable for raising dust locally and for transporting of dust from nearby region.

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  NGT imposes over Rs 1.17 cr penalty on 21 stone crushers in AP for causing pollution

  India | May 28, 2021 13:12 IST

  The National Green Tribunal has slapped over Rs 1.17 crore penalty on 21 stone crushing and quarrying units for causing pollution and damage to the environment.

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  Yamuna continues to spew toxic foam in Delhi

  News | March 13, 2021 18:08 IST

  Yamuna River running through Delhi was seen covered with toxic foam on Saturday.Drainage, high phosphate content especially from factories wastes is the major contributor to the toxic foam layers seen on the surface of Yamuna River at Kalindi Kunj.

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  Yamuna River continues to spill toxic foam

  News | February 23, 2021 18:00 IST

  Toxic foam was seen on the surface of river Yamuna in Delhi on February 23.

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  Damage from pollution no less than damage from other heinous crimes: NGT

  India | February 07, 2021 12:58 IST

  A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice A K Goel said repeated orders will not serve any purpose unless the administration takes ownership of its Constitutional obligation to the citizens.

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  Benefits on buying new vehicles on scrapping of old; taxes, other levies for polluting cars: Gadkari

  India | February 07, 2021 11:04 IST

  Buyers of new vehicles after opting for the scrapping of their old and polluting vehicles will be offered benefits under the new policy to phase out old and polluting vehicles, Union minister Nitin Gadkari has said.

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  Health emergency declared in Nepal as pollution rises

  News | January 06, 2021 18:47 IST

  For the second day in a row, a thick layer of smog enveloped the Nepal capital Kathmandu. Visibility in the valley went down dramatically in the last two days with the Air Quality Index shown by the US Embassy in the capital remaining over 300 which

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  People light bonfires as severe cold grips Delhi

  News | December 29, 2020 14:15 IST

  Fog and cold continue to grip the Delhi, even as the city is struggling with rising pollution.