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"Really Suffocating": Pakistan Emerges From "Worst" Winter Smog
Tens of millions of Pakistanis spent at least four months breathing toxic air pollution 20 times above safe levels, in the worst winter smog season for several years, according to data analysed by AFP.
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Unsure How To Drive Safely In Fog? Here Are Our 5 Tips
The annual fog and smog season, worsened this year by rising pollution levels, has returned, causing several accidents across the country.
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Delhi's Air Quality Deteriorates, AQI In 'Hazardous' Category
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality in India's capital, Delhi, has plummeted to hazardous levels, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 448 at 7 A.M. on Thursday.
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"My Throat And Eyes Burn": Age-Reversing CEO Bryan Johnson Struggles With Mumbai's Air Pollution
Mumbai has been grappling with escalating air pollution levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) frequently surpassing 200, categorizing it as 'poor.'
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"Learn Kannada, Settle In Bengaluru": X User's Suggestion Amid Delhi Pollution
Delhi and its surrounding areas remained blanketed in thick smog on Tuesday morning, as the air quality index (AQI), which measures pollutants, spiked to 500 in some parts.
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Delhi's Air Quality Hits 'Severe Plus' Category: This Restaurant Chain Steps Up With Unique Initiative
As Delhi's air quality touches hazardous levels, visibility and health concerns rise. One unexpected step is being taken to combat the smog.
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Smog Blanket Over North India, Air Quality Drops To "Severe" Level
There has been an early onset of toxic cover across Delhi and north India this year owing to stubble burning across the north Indian states. What is also shocking is the scale of the smog cover, as well as the level of pollutants present in it.
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Vietnamese Capital Hanoi Tops List Of Most Polluted Cities
The streets of Vietnam's capital city Hanoi were enveloped in thick smog on Monday which dramatically reduced visibility due to air pollution caused by high levels of particulates from vehicle emissions and construction-linked fine dust.
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Improvement In Delhi's PM2.5 Levels Since 2015-17 Halted In 2023: Report
Delhi-NCR recorded the longest spell of 'very poor' or worse air quality and the maximum number of smog episodes in November and December 2023 in the last six years, according to a new analysis.
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Sydney's Air Quality On Par With Delhi After Rare Smog From Bushfires
Air quality in Sydney plummeted on Tuesday to levels among the world's worst as smoke from bushfires in the north blanketed the harbour city, taking large swathes into index ranges on par with New Delhi, one of the world's most crowded capitals.
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Pakistan Uses Artificial Rain For First Time To Combat Smog In Lahore
Artificial rain was used for the first time in Pakistan on Saturday in a bid to combat hazardous levels of smog in the megacity of Lahore, the provincial government said.
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Not Just Delhi, Satellite Pics Show Smog From Punjab To Bay Of Bengal
New Delhi's pollution levels continue to be in the severe category forcing authorities to impose emergency measures, including traffic curbs and shutting schools.
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In Pics: Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smoke As Air Quality Remains "Severe"
Delhi and surrounding areas remain engulfed in toxic smoke as pollution levels in the national capital have reached a critical level. Over the last week, the city recorded some of its worst air quality days as lingering smog covered the sky.
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Early Winter Break In Delhi Schools From November 9-18 Due To Air Pollution
Delhi schools will close for a winter break from November 9 to 18 in view of the toxic smog that has blanketed the city for six straight days, the Arvind Kejriwal government said Wednesday afternoon.
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Delhi Pollution Hits 'Severe' Level: Dos And Don'ts To Stay Healthy
Since a thick blanket of smog has enveloped Delhi, there are concerns about health, especially of old people and children.
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"Really Suffocating": Pakistan Emerges From "Worst" Winter Smog
Tens of millions of Pakistanis spent at least four months breathing toxic air pollution 20 times above safe levels, in the worst winter smog season for several years, according to data analysed by AFP.
-
Unsure How To Drive Safely In Fog? Here Are Our 5 Tips
The annual fog and smog season, worsened this year by rising pollution levels, has returned, causing several accidents across the country.
-
Delhi's Air Quality Deteriorates, AQI In 'Hazardous' Category
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality in India's capital, Delhi, has plummeted to hazardous levels, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 448 at 7 A.M. on Thursday.
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"My Throat And Eyes Burn": Age-Reversing CEO Bryan Johnson Struggles With Mumbai's Air Pollution
Mumbai has been grappling with escalating air pollution levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) frequently surpassing 200, categorizing it as 'poor.'
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"Learn Kannada, Settle In Bengaluru": X User's Suggestion Amid Delhi Pollution
Delhi and its surrounding areas remained blanketed in thick smog on Tuesday morning, as the air quality index (AQI), which measures pollutants, spiked to 500 in some parts.
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Delhi's Air Quality Hits 'Severe Plus' Category: This Restaurant Chain Steps Up With Unique Initiative
As Delhi's air quality touches hazardous levels, visibility and health concerns rise. One unexpected step is being taken to combat the smog.
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Smog Blanket Over North India, Air Quality Drops To "Severe" Level
There has been an early onset of toxic cover across Delhi and north India this year owing to stubble burning across the north Indian states. What is also shocking is the scale of the smog cover, as well as the level of pollutants present in it.
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Vietnamese Capital Hanoi Tops List Of Most Polluted Cities
The streets of Vietnam's capital city Hanoi were enveloped in thick smog on Monday which dramatically reduced visibility due to air pollution caused by high levels of particulates from vehicle emissions and construction-linked fine dust.
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Improvement In Delhi's PM2.5 Levels Since 2015-17 Halted In 2023: Report
Delhi-NCR recorded the longest spell of 'very poor' or worse air quality and the maximum number of smog episodes in November and December 2023 in the last six years, according to a new analysis.
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Sydney's Air Quality On Par With Delhi After Rare Smog From Bushfires
Air quality in Sydney plummeted on Tuesday to levels among the world's worst as smoke from bushfires in the north blanketed the harbour city, taking large swathes into index ranges on par with New Delhi, one of the world's most crowded capitals.
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Pakistan Uses Artificial Rain For First Time To Combat Smog In Lahore
Artificial rain was used for the first time in Pakistan on Saturday in a bid to combat hazardous levels of smog in the megacity of Lahore, the provincial government said.
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Not Just Delhi, Satellite Pics Show Smog From Punjab To Bay Of Bengal
New Delhi's pollution levels continue to be in the severe category forcing authorities to impose emergency measures, including traffic curbs and shutting schools.
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In Pics: Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smoke As Air Quality Remains "Severe"
Delhi and surrounding areas remain engulfed in toxic smoke as pollution levels in the national capital have reached a critical level. Over the last week, the city recorded some of its worst air quality days as lingering smog covered the sky.
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Early Winter Break In Delhi Schools From November 9-18 Due To Air Pollution
Delhi schools will close for a winter break from November 9 to 18 in view of the toxic smog that has blanketed the city for six straight days, the Arvind Kejriwal government said Wednesday afternoon.
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Delhi Pollution Hits 'Severe' Level: Dos And Don'ts To Stay Healthy
Since a thick blanket of smog has enveloped Delhi, there are concerns about health, especially of old people and children.
