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MIT Researchers Test Innovative Device To Tap Water From Air
The system is expected to produce more water in humid environments, providing drinking water for households lacking access to safe water.
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Warning Signs On Climate Flashing Bright Red: Top Scientists
From carbon pollution to sea-level rise to global heating, the pace and level of key climate change indicators are all in unchartered territory, more than 60 top scientists warned Thursday.
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Energy Transition: How Coal Mines Could Go Solar
Disused coal mines could be refashioned to place vast fields of solar panels, a new report suggests, providing an unlikely solution to a common obstacle to uptake of the green energy source.
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"Improper": Forest Secretary On Delhi Ministers' Panel Over Tree Cutting
In an act of defiance, the principal secretary of Environment and Forest department has questioned the formation of a fact finding committee of the Delhi government ministers over cutting of trees in Ridge area, claiming it violated rules and could
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Hindu Population Fell 7.8% Between 1950-2015, Muslims Up 43.15%: PM's Panel
Hindu population fell by 7.82 per cent between 1950 and 2015 in India, while that of Muslims increased by 43.15 per cent, suggesting that there is a conducive environment in the country to foster diversity, said a recent working paper by the Centre.
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Reduce Study Time, Introduce Fun Activities: Panel's Tips To Curb Suicides
A high-level empowered committee Monday recommended coaching institutes here to reduce study hours and create a friendly environment for students by adding fun activities to their routine, officials said.
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Arvind Kejriwal's Home Renovation Row: Panel To Probe Environment Norm Violation
National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Tuesday constituted a joint committee to ascertain the factual position on the allegations of violating environmental norms during the construction of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence.
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Supreme Court Panel Against Zoos, Jungle Safaris In Tiger Reserves
A Supreme Court-constituted panel has asked the Union Environment Ministry to amend or withdraw the guidelines related to setting up zoos and safaris within tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
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Delhi Ministers To Discuss Centre's Pollution Curbs In High-Level Meet
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai will chair a high-level meeting Monday to discuss the new directions by the Centre's air quality panel about revoking curbs imposed under the final stage of Graded Response Action Plan, officials said Sunday.
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Central Vista: Delhi Panel Gives Green Nod To Enclave With New PM's Office
The Delhi State Environment Impact Assessment Authority has granted environmental clearance to the proposal for the construction of the 'Executive Enclave' which will house the new Prime Minister's Office and Cabinet Secretariat.
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Government Reportedly Orders Probe Into Nexon EV Fire Incident, Report to Be Submitted This Month
Government has reportedly set up an independent enquiry to investigate the Nexon EV fire incident. The Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES), Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam have been asked to probe the circumstances that led to the incident and also suggest re...
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How A Bengaluru-Based Resident Beat Hefty Electricity Bills While Following His Passion
A solar energy initiative by a Bengaluru resident offering a cleaner and a greener option for the environment
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Auto Industry’s Transition to EVs Needs Safeguard for Workers, Environment: Panel
Auto industry companies need to take into account their communities and workers through greater environmental protections and higher pay in the transition to electric vehicles, a panel of investors, labour officials, and human rights activists said.
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Only CNG, Electric Trucks Allowed To Enter Delhi: Air Quality Panel
Amid the rising concerns over air pollution in Delhi-NCR, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Thursday released new guidelines to prevent further deterioration of the environment and air quality in the national capital.
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Parliament Panels Reconstituted, Congress Leaders Retained As Chairmen
Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor, Anand Sharma and Jairam Ramesh were today retained as the head of parliamentary standing committees on information-technology, home affairs and science and environment, respectively.
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MIT Researchers Test Innovative Device To Tap Water From Air
The system is expected to produce more water in humid environments, providing drinking water for households lacking access to safe water.
-
Warning Signs On Climate Flashing Bright Red: Top Scientists
From carbon pollution to sea-level rise to global heating, the pace and level of key climate change indicators are all in unchartered territory, more than 60 top scientists warned Thursday.
-
Energy Transition: How Coal Mines Could Go Solar
Disused coal mines could be refashioned to place vast fields of solar panels, a new report suggests, providing an unlikely solution to a common obstacle to uptake of the green energy source.
-
"Improper": Forest Secretary On Delhi Ministers' Panel Over Tree Cutting
In an act of defiance, the principal secretary of Environment and Forest department has questioned the formation of a fact finding committee of the Delhi government ministers over cutting of trees in Ridge area, claiming it violated rules and could
-
Hindu Population Fell 7.8% Between 1950-2015, Muslims Up 43.15%: PM's Panel
Hindu population fell by 7.82 per cent between 1950 and 2015 in India, while that of Muslims increased by 43.15 per cent, suggesting that there is a conducive environment in the country to foster diversity, said a recent working paper by the Centre.
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Reduce Study Time, Introduce Fun Activities: Panel's Tips To Curb Suicides
A high-level empowered committee Monday recommended coaching institutes here to reduce study hours and create a friendly environment for students by adding fun activities to their routine, officials said.
-
Arvind Kejriwal's Home Renovation Row: Panel To Probe Environment Norm Violation
National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Tuesday constituted a joint committee to ascertain the factual position on the allegations of violating environmental norms during the construction of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence.
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Supreme Court Panel Against Zoos, Jungle Safaris In Tiger Reserves
A Supreme Court-constituted panel has asked the Union Environment Ministry to amend or withdraw the guidelines related to setting up zoos and safaris within tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
-
Delhi Ministers To Discuss Centre's Pollution Curbs In High-Level Meet
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai will chair a high-level meeting Monday to discuss the new directions by the Centre's air quality panel about revoking curbs imposed under the final stage of Graded Response Action Plan, officials said Sunday.
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Central Vista: Delhi Panel Gives Green Nod To Enclave With New PM's Office
The Delhi State Environment Impact Assessment Authority has granted environmental clearance to the proposal for the construction of the 'Executive Enclave' which will house the new Prime Minister's Office and Cabinet Secretariat.
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Government Reportedly Orders Probe Into Nexon EV Fire Incident, Report to Be Submitted This Month
Government has reportedly set up an independent enquiry to investigate the Nexon EV fire incident. The Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES), Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam have been asked to probe the circumstances that led to the incident and also suggest re...
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How A Bengaluru-Based Resident Beat Hefty Electricity Bills While Following His Passion
A solar energy initiative by a Bengaluru resident offering a cleaner and a greener option for the environment
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Auto Industry’s Transition to EVs Needs Safeguard for Workers, Environment: Panel
Auto industry companies need to take into account their communities and workers through greater environmental protections and higher pay in the transition to electric vehicles, a panel of investors, labour officials, and human rights activists said.
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Only CNG, Electric Trucks Allowed To Enter Delhi: Air Quality Panel
Amid the rising concerns over air pollution in Delhi-NCR, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Thursday released new guidelines to prevent further deterioration of the environment and air quality in the national capital.
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Parliament Panels Reconstituted, Congress Leaders Retained As Chairmen
Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor, Anand Sharma and Jairam Ramesh were today retained as the head of parliamentary standing committees on information-technology, home affairs and science and environment, respectively.
