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44% Indian Cities Face Chronic Air Pollution, Only 4% Under National Clean Air Programme
The PM2.5 assessment for 2025 ranks Byrnihat (Assam), Delhi, and Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) as India's top three most polluted cities with annual concentrations of 100 g/m, 96 g/m, and 93 g/m, respectively.
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India's Contaminated Water Crisis Goes Beyond Indore, 7 Cities Affected So Far; See Timeline, Causes And Updates
Contaminated water can lead to major health issues, from diarrhoea and typhoid to several neurological conditions like Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Read on to know more about cities that have reported contaminated water crises and precautions you should
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Delhi's Toxic Winter Air May Carry Drug-Resistant Superbugs, Study Warns
A study by Jawaharlal Nehru University finds that Delhi's polluted winter air carries high levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria or superbugs far above safe limits, posing public health risks, especially for vulnerable groups and those with chronic
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What Is Bronchial Asthma And Why Cold Weather Makes It Worse
Bronchial asthma often worsens in winter due to cold air, pollution and infections.
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Breast Cancer Survivor Hina Khan "Can't Breathe" As Mumbai AQI Deteriorates
The Bigg Boss 11 contestant added that the pollution has also restricted her outdoor activities, something which is crucial to maintain optimal health
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Laugh, Hydrate, Exercise: Lung Doctor Shares Essential Care Tips For Winter
Lung capacity generally peaks in your mid-20s, but the rate at which it declines depends entirely on your daily habits.
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More Than SPF: Doctor Explains The Evolution Of Sunscreen In Skin Defence
Modern formulas shield against sunlight, against pollution, heat, and even the internal chemical reactions that speed up ageing.
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Nmami Agarwal Looks Back At 2025 With Honest Health Tips And Lessons For 2026
Nmami Agarwal's year-end AMA shares candid insights on nutrition, stress, sleep, self-care and simple ways to approach a healthier 2026.
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Heavy Fog In North India, Delhi: How It Affects Your Health And What to Do
Dense fog in Delhi-NCR and North India during winter, often coupled with severe air pollution, reduces visibility dramatically and poses health risks.
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Air Pollution India's Biggest Health Crisis Since Covid, Warn Doctors
Air pollution is arguably the biggest public health crisis India has faced since the pandemic and will continue to worsen each year unless urgent action is taken, a UK-based Indian-origin pulmonologist warned.
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Long-Term Exposure To Particulate Matter Components Like PM 2.5 Can Raise Depression Risk: Study
Long-term exposure to specific particulate matter components, such as PM2.5, including sulphate, ammonium, elemental carbon, and soil dust, can increase the risk of mental health issues like depression, according to a study.
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"Provide Clean Air Or...": Delhi High Court's GST And Air Purifier Demand
'Either provide citizens with fresh air or reduce GST on air purifiers' - the Delhi High Court handed down this ultimatum to the government Wednesday, as the national capital and surrounding regions continue to choke under a blanket of toxic smog.
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Eye Drop, Mask And Nebuliser Sales Spike Along With Pollution, Cold Wave In Delhi
Chemists say the rise in pollution every year in Delhi translates into a higher demand for eye care and respiratory products and medications.
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Fighting Wrinkles, Acne And Sun Damage: Nutritionist Explains How Carrots Boost Skin Health
Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal has once again turned the spotlight on simple, seasonal foods with powerful benefits.
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Air Pollution Exposure Linked To Structural Changes In Adolescent Brain Affecting Mood, Memory: Study
Exposure to air pollution may have serious implications for a child's developing brain and cause damage to language development, memory, and mood regulation, according to a study.
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44% Indian Cities Face Chronic Air Pollution, Only 4% Under National Clean Air Programme
The PM2.5 assessment for 2025 ranks Byrnihat (Assam), Delhi, and Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) as India's top three most polluted cities with annual concentrations of 100 g/m, 96 g/m, and 93 g/m, respectively.
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India's Contaminated Water Crisis Goes Beyond Indore, 7 Cities Affected So Far; See Timeline, Causes And Updates
Contaminated water can lead to major health issues, from diarrhoea and typhoid to several neurological conditions like Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Read on to know more about cities that have reported contaminated water crises and precautions you should
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Delhi's Toxic Winter Air May Carry Drug-Resistant Superbugs, Study Warns
A study by Jawaharlal Nehru University finds that Delhi's polluted winter air carries high levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria or superbugs far above safe limits, posing public health risks, especially for vulnerable groups and those with chronic
-
What Is Bronchial Asthma And Why Cold Weather Makes It Worse
Bronchial asthma often worsens in winter due to cold air, pollution and infections.
-
Breast Cancer Survivor Hina Khan "Can't Breathe" As Mumbai AQI Deteriorates
The Bigg Boss 11 contestant added that the pollution has also restricted her outdoor activities, something which is crucial to maintain optimal health
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Laugh, Hydrate, Exercise: Lung Doctor Shares Essential Care Tips For Winter
Lung capacity generally peaks in your mid-20s, but the rate at which it declines depends entirely on your daily habits.
-
More Than SPF: Doctor Explains The Evolution Of Sunscreen In Skin Defence
Modern formulas shield against sunlight, against pollution, heat, and even the internal chemical reactions that speed up ageing.
-
Nmami Agarwal Looks Back At 2025 With Honest Health Tips And Lessons For 2026
Nmami Agarwal's year-end AMA shares candid insights on nutrition, stress, sleep, self-care and simple ways to approach a healthier 2026.
-
Heavy Fog In North India, Delhi: How It Affects Your Health And What to Do
Dense fog in Delhi-NCR and North India during winter, often coupled with severe air pollution, reduces visibility dramatically and poses health risks.
-
Air Pollution India's Biggest Health Crisis Since Covid, Warn Doctors
Air pollution is arguably the biggest public health crisis India has faced since the pandemic and will continue to worsen each year unless urgent action is taken, a UK-based Indian-origin pulmonologist warned.
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Long-Term Exposure To Particulate Matter Components Like PM 2.5 Can Raise Depression Risk: Study
Long-term exposure to specific particulate matter components, such as PM2.5, including sulphate, ammonium, elemental carbon, and soil dust, can increase the risk of mental health issues like depression, according to a study.
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"Provide Clean Air Or...": Delhi High Court's GST And Air Purifier Demand
'Either provide citizens with fresh air or reduce GST on air purifiers' - the Delhi High Court handed down this ultimatum to the government Wednesday, as the national capital and surrounding regions continue to choke under a blanket of toxic smog.
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Eye Drop, Mask And Nebuliser Sales Spike Along With Pollution, Cold Wave In Delhi
Chemists say the rise in pollution every year in Delhi translates into a higher demand for eye care and respiratory products and medications.
-
Fighting Wrinkles, Acne And Sun Damage: Nutritionist Explains How Carrots Boost Skin Health
Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal has once again turned the spotlight on simple, seasonal foods with powerful benefits.
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Air Pollution Exposure Linked To Structural Changes In Adolescent Brain Affecting Mood, Memory: Study
Exposure to air pollution may have serious implications for a child's developing brain and cause damage to language development, memory, and mood regulation, according to a study.
