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United Nations Approves First Carbon Credits Under Paris Agreement
The United Nations announced the approval of the first carbon credits under a global market aimed at reducing emissions, a mechanism that has faced scrutiny over greenwashing concerns.
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Climate Change And Industrial Pollution Worsening Healthcare Crisis In Bangladesh
Climate change and industrial pollution are worsening the healthcare crisis in Bangladesh, according to a media report.
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Adverse Health Impacts Due To Plastic Use Set To Double By 2024: Lancet Study
A Lancet study warns plastics emissions could more than double health risks by 2040, driving global warming, air pollution, and toxic exposure unless urgent action is taken.
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Study Reveals How Clouds Contribute To Earth's Growing Heat Imbalance More Than Air Pollution
The findings highlight the need to improve climate models and focus on understanding cloud changes.
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Genomics, AI And More: Oncologist Shares Global Breakthroughs In Cancer Treatment 2025
A senior oncologist explains why in India, where the cancer burden continues to rise, these advancements carry heightened importance.
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Global Air Quality Rankings Only For Guidance, India Sets Own Standards: Government
New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Global air quality rankings cited by various organisations are not conducted by any official authority, the government informed the Parliament on Thursday.
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India Sets Own Air Quality Standards, Global Rankings Not Official: Centre
The Ministry clarified that it has notified National Ambient Air Quality Standards for 12 pollutants in 2009 to protect public health and the environment, and these standards are tailored to India's specific conditions.
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Over 70% Indians Impacted By Severe Heat Waves Due To Climate Change: Report
With a rise in global temperatures due to climate change, more than 70 per cent of Indians reported personally experiencing severe heat waves, as well as droughts and water shortages, according to a report on Tuesday.
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1 In 7 Deaths In Delhi In 2023 Linked To Air Pollution, Finds Study
Air pollution was responsible for nearly 15 per cent of all deaths in Delhi in 2023, making it the city's single largest health risk, according to an analysis of the latest Global Burden of Disease (GBD) data.
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Pakistan's Lahore Continues To Remain World's Most Polluted City
Pakistan's Lahore continues to remain at the top of global pollution charts with an AQI of more than 300 according to Swiss air quality monitor IQAir as smog covered the region, local media reported.
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United Nations Approves First Carbon Credits Under Paris Agreement
The United Nations announced the approval of the first carbon credits under a global market aimed at reducing emissions, a mechanism that has faced scrutiny over greenwashing concerns.
-
Climate Change And Industrial Pollution Worsening Healthcare Crisis In Bangladesh
Climate change and industrial pollution are worsening the healthcare crisis in Bangladesh, according to a media report.
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Adverse Health Impacts Due To Plastic Use Set To Double By 2024: Lancet Study
A Lancet study warns plastics emissions could more than double health risks by 2040, driving global warming, air pollution, and toxic exposure unless urgent action is taken.
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Study Reveals How Clouds Contribute To Earth's Growing Heat Imbalance More Than Air Pollution
The findings highlight the need to improve climate models and focus on understanding cloud changes.
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Genomics, AI And More: Oncologist Shares Global Breakthroughs In Cancer Treatment 2025
A senior oncologist explains why in India, where the cancer burden continues to rise, these advancements carry heightened importance.
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Global Air Quality Rankings Only For Guidance, India Sets Own Standards: Government
New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Global air quality rankings cited by various organisations are not conducted by any official authority, the government informed the Parliament on Thursday.
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India Sets Own Air Quality Standards, Global Rankings Not Official: Centre
The Ministry clarified that it has notified National Ambient Air Quality Standards for 12 pollutants in 2009 to protect public health and the environment, and these standards are tailored to India's specific conditions.
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Over 70% Indians Impacted By Severe Heat Waves Due To Climate Change: Report
With a rise in global temperatures due to climate change, more than 70 per cent of Indians reported personally experiencing severe heat waves, as well as droughts and water shortages, according to a report on Tuesday.
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1 In 7 Deaths In Delhi In 2023 Linked To Air Pollution, Finds Study
Air pollution was responsible for nearly 15 per cent of all deaths in Delhi in 2023, making it the city's single largest health risk, according to an analysis of the latest Global Burden of Disease (GBD) data.
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Pakistan's Lahore Continues To Remain World's Most Polluted City
Pakistan's Lahore continues to remain at the top of global pollution charts with an AQI of more than 300 according to Swiss air quality monitor IQAir as smog covered the region, local media reported.
