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Air Quality

Air quality refers to the cleanliness of the air we breathe. It is crucial for health and well-being. Poor air quality can lead to respiratory issues and other health problems. Various factors affect air quality, including pollution from vehicles and industries. Monitoring air quality is essential for public awareness. Governments implement regulations to improve air standards and protect citizens.

India Shifts Farm Fire Monitoring Strategy to Tackle Air Pollution

Recent developments indicate a shift in how India monitors farm fires, contributor to air pollution, particularly in northern...

 November 25, 2024

India Faces Alarming Air Quality Crisis

Recent studies reveal a troubling rise in air pollution across Indian cities. A report published on November 21,...

 November 22, 2024

Delhi’s Air Quality Crisis and Lessons from Beijing

Delhi is currently facing severe air pollution, particularly during the winter months. The city is blanketed in smog...

 November 19, 2024

Delhi’s New Air Quality Measures

The air quality crisis in Delhi has prompted urgent government intervention. With high pollution levels and persistent smog,...

 November 18, 2024

Delhi’s Air Quality Crisis – A Growing Concern

Delhi's air quality continues to deteriorate, driven by increasing vehicle emissions and an overwhelmed public transport system. Despite...

 November 7, 2024

Indo-Pak Cooperation on Environmental Crisis

Recent developments have brought into light the urgent need for India and Pakistan to collaborate on tackling environmental...

 November 5, 2024

Diwali and Air Quality

In late October 2024, Delhi experienced a notable fluctuation in air quality surrounding the Diwali festival. The 24-hour...

 November 2, 2024

Delhi Air Quality Crisis

Recent assessments reveal that air quality in Delhi has deteriorated , primarily due to local pollution sources rather...

 November 1, 2024

Air Quality Crisis in NCR

The National Capital Region (NCR) is currently facing a severe air quality crisis, with pollution levels reaching alarming...

 October 29, 2024

Flue Gas Desulfurisation (FGD) in India’s Thermal Power Plants – Current Context and Implications

Recently, the debate surrounding the necessity and implementation of Flue Gas Desulfurisation (FGD) systems in India's thermal power...

 October 28, 2024

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