Pollution

Government Think Tank Proposes Electrifying Motorbikes, Scooters In 6-8 Years: Report

Reuters | Thursday May 23, 2019

The Indian government's leading think-tank has proposed electrifying most motorbikes and scooters within the next six to eight years to curb pollution and reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

Bikes Should Be Electrified In 6-8 Years, NITI Aayog Proposes: Report

India News | Reuters | Thursday May 23, 2019

The government's leading think-tank has proposed electrifying most motorbikes and scooters within the next six to eight years to curb pollution and reduce dependency on fossil fuels, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said.

A Year On, Anti-Vedanta Protesters Still Await Justice

India News | Reuters | Wednesday May 22, 2019

A year after police killed 13 people protesting against pollution from a copper smelter in the hardscrabble southern port city, tensions within the community and between residents and the police are still running high.

Rains Bring Relief From Scorching Heat In Delhi-NCR

Delhi News | Edited by Swati Sharma | Wednesday May 15, 2019

Delhi-NCR witnessed rainfall, bringing relief to the scorching heat and pollution in the national capital and its neighbouring cities.

In World's Deepest Dive, Trash Found On Floor Of Pacific Ocean

Science | Reuters | Tuesday May 14, 2019

On the deepest dive ever made by a human inside a submarine, a Texas investor and explorer found something he could have found in the gutter of nearly any street in the world: trash.

Planning A Summer Vacay? Try These Hacks To Stay Safe From Polluted Places

Health | Liz Langley, The Washington Post | Friday May 10, 2019

Air pollution is a serious issue: It's responsible for 4.2 million deaths yearly. But with a bit of research and preparation, plus flexibility when you arrive at your destination, you should be able to breathe a little easier.

Nitin Gadkari Says Will Rid Delhi Of Air And Water Pollution In 3 Years

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Thursday May 9, 2019

Delhi will be completely free of air and water pollution in the next three years, Union minister Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday, stressing that it was his "promise" to the city, which goes to polls on May 12.

Delhi Air Quality In "Severe" Category Due To Dust Storm: Report

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Thursday May 9, 2019

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to "severe" due to a dust storm in North West India which led to a sudden spike in the pollution level in the national capital, the Centre-run SAFAR said.

This World Asthma Day, Know If You Are At Risk Of Asthma: Early Signs And Symptoms To Watch Out For

Health | DoctorNDTV | Thursday May 9, 2019

World Asthma Day: Avoiding triggers and living a healthy lifestyle is the most effective way to deal with asthma. Read here to know if you are at risk of asthma and how to avoid it.

Union Minister Slams Report Stating 1.2 Million Pollution Deaths in India

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday May 5, 2019

Union minister Harsh Vardhan has discredited the recent global reports claiming over one million deaths in India due to air pollution, saying such studies are only aimed at "causing panic".

Soon, New Forecasting System To Alert People On Air Pollution

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday May 1, 2019

Scientists have developed a new forecasting system that they say can provide residents of New Delhi and other heavily polluted areas of northern India critical information for reducing their exposure to potentially unhealthy air.

Do You Know What Is 'Plogging'? The Hottest Trend In India Right Now

Offbeat | Reuters | Thursday April 25, 2019

The Swedish phenomenon of "plogging", where joggers combine their run with picking up the trash they find in nature, is going global as both environment and fitness fanatics benefit from the new trend.

Elections 2019: Pune Candidate, With Agenda To Rid City Of Pollution, Cycles 60 km Daily

Pune News | Press Trust of India | Sunday April 21, 2019

Unlike the grand roadshows and rallies organised by most political parties to seek votes, 43-year-old Anand Vanjape, in the fray for the Pune Lok Sabha seat election as an independent, cycles 60 km everyday to reach out to the voters with an agenda to make the city pollution-free.

Bengaluru's Bellandur Lake Begins To Froth Once Again

Bangalore News | Edited by Niharika Banerjee | Sunday April 21, 2019

Bengaluru's Bellandur lake, infamous for its pollution, has started to froth once again. Giant chunks of smelly, white froth - that looked like cotton - could be seen spilling around residential neighbourhood.

Delhi Police Launches Helpline Number For Mob Violence Complaints

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Friday April 19, 2019

The Delhi Police has launched two helpline numbers for complaints related to noise pollution and incidents of mob violence in the national capital, officials said Thursday.