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5 High-Security No-Fly Zones In India You Must Know About
India has several high-security no-fly zones where aircraft and even drones are strictly prohibited. Here are five such restricted areas and the reasons behind their status.
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Is Poor Air Quality Triggering Early Vision Problems In Urban Children? Doctors Explain
Doctors across Indian metros are witnessing a rise in early-onset myopia in children, some as young as five.
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Amid Worsening AQI In Delhi, Top Court Seeks Report On Stubble Burning
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the governments of Punjab and Haryana to file detailed affidavits outlining the steps taken to prevent stubble burning, as air quality in the national capital and adjoining areas plunged to "severe" levels.
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New Air Pollution Guidelines: Centre Orders Hospitals To Set Up CHEST Clinics
The Ministry has urged citizens to stay alert, monitor local air quality through the CPCB's Sameer app, and follow all official health advisories to protect themselves from the rising public health threat.
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Is Poor Air Quality Making Dengue Recovery Harder? Punjab Doctors Raise Alarm
Doctors in Punjab report that adults hospitalised with dengue fever are recovering slower amid severely poor air quality.
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Supreme Court Seeks Affidavit Detailing Delhi-NCR's Pollution Curb Measures
The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management to file an affidavit detailing the measures undertaken to prevent Delhi-NCR's air quality from deteriorating.
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Air Pollution Can Cause Dry Eyes, Irritation And Conjunctivitis: Expert Shares Prevention Tips
The impact of high air pollution on the eyes is significant. Exposure to pollutants like particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and sulfur dioxide (SO2) can lead to a range of eye problems.
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'Green' Crackers Failed. Delhi Suffers Worst Post-Diwali Air In 5 Years
Despite a 77.5 per cent drop in stubble burning, i.e., agricultural waste - normally a significant reason for air pollution in Delhi during the winter - AQI in the national capital plummeted to a five-year post-Diwali low Tuesday morning.
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Health Experts Warn Of Respiratory Risks Amid Worsening Post- Diwali Air Quality In Delhi
The festive season, coupled with seasonal weather changes and increased stubble burning in neighbouring states, has exacerbated pollution levels, prompting calls for preventive measures.
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AAP Mocks Rekha Gupta Over Delhi Pollution, BJP Blames Citizens, Farm Fires
AAP MLA Gopal Rai accused the Delhi government of "making excuses" and not taking action to prevent the pollution.
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Beyond Masks: Must-Do Lifestyle Changes To Combat Deteriorating AQI Levels
Learn the essential lifestyle changes, from an anti-pollution diet to indoor clean zones, that will help you combat pollution now.
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Chronic Heart Disease Risk High In Indians, Here's What You Can Do In Your 40s
CVD In Indians: Here we share tips to help reduce chronic heart disease risk which are designed to be realistic, relatable and easy to follow.
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Why Pneumonia Cases Surge During Monsoon: How To Guard Against It
Monsoon ushers in respiratory trouble for many and pneumonia cases rise sharply, driven by damp air, viral spread, indoor pollutants, and rain-wetting. Children, elderly, and those with compromised immunity are most vulnerable.
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Why Monsoon Triggers Respiratory Illnesses In India; 5 Ways To Stay Safe
Monsoon Diseases Prevention: Monsoon brings welcome relief but also triggers respiratory health issues like cold, flu, asthma and pneumonia, due to high humidity, mould, dust, air pollution and viral outbreaks.
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Supreme Court Upholds Pollution Board's Powers, Empowered To Levy Damages
The Supreme Court has upheld the powers of the pollution control boards to impose restitutionary and compensatory damages for environmental harm, saying that prevention and remediation must be at the heart of environmental governance.
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5 High-Security No-Fly Zones In India You Must Know About
India has several high-security no-fly zones where aircraft and even drones are strictly prohibited. Here are five such restricted areas and the reasons behind their status.
-
Is Poor Air Quality Triggering Early Vision Problems In Urban Children? Doctors Explain
Doctors across Indian metros are witnessing a rise in early-onset myopia in children, some as young as five.
-
Amid Worsening AQI In Delhi, Top Court Seeks Report On Stubble Burning
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the governments of Punjab and Haryana to file detailed affidavits outlining the steps taken to prevent stubble burning, as air quality in the national capital and adjoining areas plunged to "severe" levels.
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New Air Pollution Guidelines: Centre Orders Hospitals To Set Up CHEST Clinics
The Ministry has urged citizens to stay alert, monitor local air quality through the CPCB's Sameer app, and follow all official health advisories to protect themselves from the rising public health threat.
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Is Poor Air Quality Making Dengue Recovery Harder? Punjab Doctors Raise Alarm
Doctors in Punjab report that adults hospitalised with dengue fever are recovering slower amid severely poor air quality.
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Supreme Court Seeks Affidavit Detailing Delhi-NCR's Pollution Curb Measures
The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management to file an affidavit detailing the measures undertaken to prevent Delhi-NCR's air quality from deteriorating.
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Air Pollution Can Cause Dry Eyes, Irritation And Conjunctivitis: Expert Shares Prevention Tips
The impact of high air pollution on the eyes is significant. Exposure to pollutants like particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and sulfur dioxide (SO2) can lead to a range of eye problems.
-
'Green' Crackers Failed. Delhi Suffers Worst Post-Diwali Air In 5 Years
Despite a 77.5 per cent drop in stubble burning, i.e., agricultural waste - normally a significant reason for air pollution in Delhi during the winter - AQI in the national capital plummeted to a five-year post-Diwali low Tuesday morning.
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Health Experts Warn Of Respiratory Risks Amid Worsening Post- Diwali Air Quality In Delhi
The festive season, coupled with seasonal weather changes and increased stubble burning in neighbouring states, has exacerbated pollution levels, prompting calls for preventive measures.
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AAP Mocks Rekha Gupta Over Delhi Pollution, BJP Blames Citizens, Farm Fires
AAP MLA Gopal Rai accused the Delhi government of "making excuses" and not taking action to prevent the pollution.
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Beyond Masks: Must-Do Lifestyle Changes To Combat Deteriorating AQI Levels
Learn the essential lifestyle changes, from an anti-pollution diet to indoor clean zones, that will help you combat pollution now.
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Chronic Heart Disease Risk High In Indians, Here's What You Can Do In Your 40s
CVD In Indians: Here we share tips to help reduce chronic heart disease risk which are designed to be realistic, relatable and easy to follow.
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Why Pneumonia Cases Surge During Monsoon: How To Guard Against It
Monsoon ushers in respiratory trouble for many and pneumonia cases rise sharply, driven by damp air, viral spread, indoor pollutants, and rain-wetting. Children, elderly, and those with compromised immunity are most vulnerable.
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Why Monsoon Triggers Respiratory Illnesses In India; 5 Ways To Stay Safe
Monsoon Diseases Prevention: Monsoon brings welcome relief but also triggers respiratory health issues like cold, flu, asthma and pneumonia, due to high humidity, mould, dust, air pollution and viral outbreaks.
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Supreme Court Upholds Pollution Board's Powers, Empowered To Levy Damages
The Supreme Court has upheld the powers of the pollution control boards to impose restitutionary and compensatory damages for environmental harm, saying that prevention and remediation must be at the heart of environmental governance.
