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60% Rise In Eye Problems As Toxic Smog Engulfs Delhi: Doctors
A thick blanket of smog and toxic air hanging over Delhi has triggered a sharp rise in eye-related ailments like allergies, dryness, burning sensations, and excessive watering, affecting both adults and children, according to the city's doctors.
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High Levels Of Salt In Delhi Groundwater: 4 Ways Water Pollution Impacts Your Health
The situation has become more alarming after recent reports of heavy salinity in NCR's groundwater and severe faecal contamination in Delhi's water supply lines surfaced.
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Delhi Liquor Store Staff Caught Refilling Bottles With Cheap Alcohol
In a raid conducted by the Delhi government's excise department, employees of a liquor store were caught refilling and mixing cheap alcohol and water in the bottles of costly brands, at a mall in Narela, officials said on Sunday.
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Chhath Politics: AAP-BJP Face Off Over 'Fake Ghat' And Yamuna Pollution
A political row erupted in Delhi on Sunday after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of setting up a "fake Yamuna ghat" with filtered water for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Chhath Puja celebrations.
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"This Government Doesn't Hide Reports": Delhi Minister To AAP On Yamuna Revival
Delhi's political temperature soared on Saturday after the Delhi Pollution Control Committee reported worsening water quality in the Yamuna, just ahead of Chhath Puja, when thousands of devotees are expected to take a holy dip.
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BJP Leader Takes Ritual Sip Of Yamuna, Claims River On 'Road To Recovery'
Delhi BJP leader Anil Gupta on Thursday took a ritual sip (aachman) of the water from the Yamuna, claiming the river is on the road to recovery from its heavily polluted state because of the efforts of the party's government in the last eight months.
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No Water, Delayed Response: Fire At MP Housing Complex In Delhi Exposes Safety Lapses
Residents of a Delhi apartment complex that saw a massive fire Saturday afternoon said despite being a high-security building complex where several MPs and their staff lived, it lacked basic fire preparedness and was poorly maintained.
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Cloud Seeding In Delhi Likely In 2-3 Days As Air Quality Dips Ahead Of Diwali
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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Late Payment Charges On Water Bills In Delhi To Be Waived Off Till Jan 31
In a major relief for Delhi residents, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced a complete waiver of water bill late payment surcharges running into over Rs 11,000 crore for domestic consumption till January 31 next year.
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Water Crisis At South Delhi's 2 Iconic Malls? What Authorities Said
DLF clarified that two of its malls - DLF Promenade and DLF Emporio - are fully functional, denying claims that they might face closure amid the festive season owing to water supply issues.
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Infant Dies After Falling Headfirst Into Water-Filled Bucket In DelhI
A one-year-old girl died after accidentally falling headfirst into a bucket filled with water at her home in Delhi's Budh Vihar, police said on Wednesday.
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Delhi's Water Bill Relief Scheme Explained: Who Gets Waiver, How to Apply
In a big relief for lakhs of Delhi households reeling under inflated water bills, the Delhi government on Friday announced a 100% waiver on late payment surcharges for domestic consumers and government establishments.
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Delhi To Have 10 "Namo Van" To Boost Green Cover, Combat Pollution: Rekha Gupta
Delhi government will develop 10 "Namo Van" across the city to enhance green cover and combat air pollution, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday.
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New Drainage Plan Promises Flood-Free, Sustainable Delhi
Delhi may soon have a long-term answer to its waterlogging woes. The city government has cleared a futuristic Storm Water Drainage Master Plan, prepared by the Public Works Department (PWD), aimed at making the capital more resilient to flooding
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5 Days After Breaching Danger Mark, Yamuna Water Level Recedes
The water level of the Yamuna at Delhi's Old Railway Bridge on Sunday fell to the danger mark of 205.33 metres, five days after it was breached, officials said.
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60% Rise In Eye Problems As Toxic Smog Engulfs Delhi: Doctors
A thick blanket of smog and toxic air hanging over Delhi has triggered a sharp rise in eye-related ailments like allergies, dryness, burning sensations, and excessive watering, affecting both adults and children, according to the city's doctors.
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High Levels Of Salt In Delhi Groundwater: 4 Ways Water Pollution Impacts Your Health
The situation has become more alarming after recent reports of heavy salinity in NCR's groundwater and severe faecal contamination in Delhi's water supply lines surfaced.
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Delhi Liquor Store Staff Caught Refilling Bottles With Cheap Alcohol
In a raid conducted by the Delhi government's excise department, employees of a liquor store were caught refilling and mixing cheap alcohol and water in the bottles of costly brands, at a mall in Narela, officials said on Sunday.
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Chhath Politics: AAP-BJP Face Off Over 'Fake Ghat' And Yamuna Pollution
A political row erupted in Delhi on Sunday after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of setting up a "fake Yamuna ghat" with filtered water for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Chhath Puja celebrations.
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"This Government Doesn't Hide Reports": Delhi Minister To AAP On Yamuna Revival
Delhi's political temperature soared on Saturday after the Delhi Pollution Control Committee reported worsening water quality in the Yamuna, just ahead of Chhath Puja, when thousands of devotees are expected to take a holy dip.
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BJP Leader Takes Ritual Sip Of Yamuna, Claims River On 'Road To Recovery'
Delhi BJP leader Anil Gupta on Thursday took a ritual sip (aachman) of the water from the Yamuna, claiming the river is on the road to recovery from its heavily polluted state because of the efforts of the party's government in the last eight months.
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No Water, Delayed Response: Fire At MP Housing Complex In Delhi Exposes Safety Lapses
Residents of a Delhi apartment complex that saw a massive fire Saturday afternoon said despite being a high-security building complex where several MPs and their staff lived, it lacked basic fire preparedness and was poorly maintained.
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Cloud Seeding In Delhi Likely In 2-3 Days As Air Quality Dips Ahead Of Diwali
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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Late Payment Charges On Water Bills In Delhi To Be Waived Off Till Jan 31
In a major relief for Delhi residents, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced a complete waiver of water bill late payment surcharges running into over Rs 11,000 crore for domestic consumption till January 31 next year.
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Water Crisis At South Delhi's 2 Iconic Malls? What Authorities Said
DLF clarified that two of its malls - DLF Promenade and DLF Emporio - are fully functional, denying claims that they might face closure amid the festive season owing to water supply issues.
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Infant Dies After Falling Headfirst Into Water-Filled Bucket In DelhI
A one-year-old girl died after accidentally falling headfirst into a bucket filled with water at her home in Delhi's Budh Vihar, police said on Wednesday.
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Delhi's Water Bill Relief Scheme Explained: Who Gets Waiver, How to Apply
In a big relief for lakhs of Delhi households reeling under inflated water bills, the Delhi government on Friday announced a 100% waiver on late payment surcharges for domestic consumers and government establishments.
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Delhi To Have 10 "Namo Van" To Boost Green Cover, Combat Pollution: Rekha Gupta
Delhi government will develop 10 "Namo Van" across the city to enhance green cover and combat air pollution, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday.
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New Drainage Plan Promises Flood-Free, Sustainable Delhi
Delhi may soon have a long-term answer to its waterlogging woes. The city government has cleared a futuristic Storm Water Drainage Master Plan, prepared by the Public Works Department (PWD), aimed at making the capital more resilient to flooding
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5 Days After Breaching Danger Mark, Yamuna Water Level Recedes
The water level of the Yamuna at Delhi's Old Railway Bridge on Sunday fell to the danger mark of 205.33 metres, five days after it was breached, officials said.
