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Heavy Chest In The Morning Amid High AQI: Why It Happens And How To Get Relief
Morning chest heaviness should not automatically be attributed to air pollution. Persistent or worsening symptoms warrant medical evaluation, particularly if accompanied by coughing, wheezing or breathlessness.
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It's Not Just AQI: Why Tiny Particulate Matter Poses A Bigger Health Risk
India should retain the AQI for public advisories but must publish uncapped PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations alongside it. An index may have a ceiling. Pollution does not.
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Air Pollution Is As Big A Public Health Emergency As COVID: Former WHO Chief
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, former WHO Chief Dr Soumya Swaminathan detailed how we are sacrificing the health of an entire generation by simply ignoring the irreversible damage caused by pollution.
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Meeting WHO Air Quality Guidelines Could Save Over 9 Million Lives Annually, Finds Cambridge Study
The WHO recommends an annual average concentration of no more than 5 micrograms per cubic metre for PM2.5 and 10 micrograms per cubic metre for nitrogen dioxide.
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'Pollution Subsides': Yogi Adityanath Defends Bursting Of Crackers On Diwali
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said his government had imposed no restrictions on Diwali celebrations and had instead encouraged people to observe the festival "wholeheartedly"
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Delhi May See Cloud Seeding Today Amid 'Very Poor' AQI: Sources
Cloud seeding is the process of adding special substances like silver iodide and dry ice to clouds to make it rain or snow in areas experiencing water scarcity, less snowfall, or to reduce hail and clear fog.
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Doctor-Approved Daily Routine To Strengthen Your Lungs Amid Rising Pollution Levels
With air pollution worsening across Delhi-NCR and parts of North India, doctors explain how pranayama, regular exercise, hydration, steam inhalation and simple daily habits can support lung health, improve breathing control and protect respiratory function.
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Meet Krish Aggarwal, Delhi Student Who Won Diana Award For Low-Cost Air Filter
An Indian student won the 2026 Diana Award for creating an affordable air filtration system for classrooms to reduce indoor pollution.
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Delhi Teenager's Project To Turn Fans Into Air Purifiers Wins Prestigious Global Grant
The team has come up with a Rs 140 filtration attachment that works with existing household fans.
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Why Is Max AQI Capped At 500? Pollution Board Attempts To Clear The Air
The CPCB has now broken its silence and issued a clarification on the core mechanics of India's National Air Quality Index (NAQI) framework, its design methodology, and its international alignment.
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India's Oldest Industry Body FICCI Warns Air Pollution Costs $95 Billion Annually
FICCI's report amounts to an unmistakable warning that the country's struggle with dirty air has reached a level that demands urgent action from governments at every level.
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What Is A Pink Lung And Why Is It Difficult To Spot In Delhi-NCR?
Prolonged exposure to air pollution in Delhi NCR can damage lungs silently without causing cough or breathlessness.
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Should You Go For Your Morning Walk When The AQI Is 'Severe'? What Experts Say
When the air quality becomes very poor or severe, the question is whether the benefits of walking still outweigh the health risks. Experts have specifically advised residents to avoid outdoor walks and exercise when pollution levels are high.
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Satellite Images Capture Thick Smog Over Northern India 2 Days After Diwali
The only parts of India which appear to not be enveloped by the grey cover are the western states such as Rajasthan and Gujarat, and the northeastern states.
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Why AQI Over 400 Hits Children Harder And How To Protect Them
Children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with pre-existing heart or lung conditions face the highest health risks from air pollution.
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Heavy Chest In The Morning Amid High AQI: Why It Happens And How To Get Relief
Morning chest heaviness should not automatically be attributed to air pollution. Persistent or worsening symptoms warrant medical evaluation, particularly if accompanied by coughing, wheezing or breathlessness.
-
It's Not Just AQI: Why Tiny Particulate Matter Poses A Bigger Health Risk
India should retain the AQI for public advisories but must publish uncapped PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations alongside it. An index may have a ceiling. Pollution does not.
-
Air Pollution Is As Big A Public Health Emergency As COVID: Former WHO Chief
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, former WHO Chief Dr Soumya Swaminathan detailed how we are sacrificing the health of an entire generation by simply ignoring the irreversible damage caused by pollution.
-
Meeting WHO Air Quality Guidelines Could Save Over 9 Million Lives Annually, Finds Cambridge Study
The WHO recommends an annual average concentration of no more than 5 micrograms per cubic metre for PM2.5 and 10 micrograms per cubic metre for nitrogen dioxide.
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'Pollution Subsides': Yogi Adityanath Defends Bursting Of Crackers On Diwali
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said his government had imposed no restrictions on Diwali celebrations and had instead encouraged people to observe the festival "wholeheartedly"
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Delhi May See Cloud Seeding Today Amid 'Very Poor' AQI: Sources
Cloud seeding is the process of adding special substances like silver iodide and dry ice to clouds to make it rain or snow in areas experiencing water scarcity, less snowfall, or to reduce hail and clear fog.
-
Doctor-Approved Daily Routine To Strengthen Your Lungs Amid Rising Pollution Levels
With air pollution worsening across Delhi-NCR and parts of North India, doctors explain how pranayama, regular exercise, hydration, steam inhalation and simple daily habits can support lung health, improve breathing control and protect respiratory function.
-
Meet Krish Aggarwal, Delhi Student Who Won Diana Award For Low-Cost Air Filter
An Indian student won the 2026 Diana Award for creating an affordable air filtration system for classrooms to reduce indoor pollution.
-
Delhi Teenager's Project To Turn Fans Into Air Purifiers Wins Prestigious Global Grant
The team has come up with a Rs 140 filtration attachment that works with existing household fans.
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Why Is Max AQI Capped At 500? Pollution Board Attempts To Clear The Air
The CPCB has now broken its silence and issued a clarification on the core mechanics of India's National Air Quality Index (NAQI) framework, its design methodology, and its international alignment.
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India's Oldest Industry Body FICCI Warns Air Pollution Costs $95 Billion Annually
FICCI's report amounts to an unmistakable warning that the country's struggle with dirty air has reached a level that demands urgent action from governments at every level.
-
What Is A Pink Lung And Why Is It Difficult To Spot In Delhi-NCR?
Prolonged exposure to air pollution in Delhi NCR can damage lungs silently without causing cough or breathlessness.
-
Should You Go For Your Morning Walk When The AQI Is 'Severe'? What Experts Say
When the air quality becomes very poor or severe, the question is whether the benefits of walking still outweigh the health risks. Experts have specifically advised residents to avoid outdoor walks and exercise when pollution levels are high.
-
Satellite Images Capture Thick Smog Over Northern India 2 Days After Diwali
The only parts of India which appear to not be enveloped by the grey cover are the western states such as Rajasthan and Gujarat, and the northeastern states.
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Why AQI Over 400 Hits Children Harder And How To Protect Them
Children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with pre-existing heart or lung conditions face the highest health risks from air pollution.
