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The Invisible Killer: How 'Heat Pockets' In Your Locality Are Straining Your Heart
The prevalence of heat pockets in your locality is putting stress on your heart. Here are the possible reasons behind why urban cities aren't cooling down at night and why cities need a heart-first plan to avoid a public health crisis.
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Why Do North Indian Cities Have A 'Model Town'
Model Town pops up on maps across North India, but the reason isn't as obvious as it seems. The history behind this shared name holds a surprising twist.
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Who Is Asmita Purohit? The Woman Who Turned Her Balcony Into A Green Paradise
Asmita says that now she is not just a mother to her daughter, but also to many plants, birds, and butterflies.
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Rush Expected In EV Space: Upcoming Electric Cars In India Under Rs 20 Lakh
The electric car market in India is expected to get multiple new models in 2026 from various brands like Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, and others.
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Resident's Rant About Bengaluru's 'Endless Corporate Expansion' Viral: 'City Needs To Breathe'
The resident said politicians attracted companies with subsidies, but the 'endless expansion' came at the cost of traffic, rent hikes and infrastructure collapse.
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Delhi To Develop 17 Urban Forests To Boost Green Cover, Combat Air Pollution
The Delhi government is set to transform 15 scattered patches of vacant land across the national capital into dense urban forests, called 'Namo Vans,' to enhance the city's green cover and combat air pollution.
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Delhi To Have 10 "Namo Van" To Boost Green Cover, Combat Pollution: Rekha Gupta
Delhi government will develop 10 "Namo Van" across the city to enhance green cover and combat air pollution, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday.
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One-Third Of Delhi Low-income Families Spend 15% Of Income On Drinking Water
At least 34 per cent of Delhi's low-income households spend 15 per cent of their monthly income accessing basic drinking water, according to a survey released by an NGO.
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Green Rooftops Could Help Cities Like Shanghai Filter Out Tons of Microplastics from Rainwater
A Tongji University study shows green roofs can trap most rainborne microplastics, with soil capturing the majority. If all Shanghai rooftops went green, they could remove 56.2 metric tons of microplastics each year, highlighting a promising method for tackling urban pollution.
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Study Finds Proximity To Trees Associated With Healthier Newborn Outcomes
Drexel University research reveals that expanding urban tree cover can significantly improve public health and reduce mortality rates, especially in low-income areas, emphasizing the role of green spaces in promoting environmental equity.
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The Invisible Killer: How 'Heat Pockets' In Your Locality Are Straining Your Heart
The prevalence of heat pockets in your locality is putting stress on your heart. Here are the possible reasons behind why urban cities aren't cooling down at night and why cities need a heart-first plan to avoid a public health crisis.
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Why Do North Indian Cities Have A 'Model Town'
Model Town pops up on maps across North India, but the reason isn't as obvious as it seems. The history behind this shared name holds a surprising twist.
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Who Is Asmita Purohit? The Woman Who Turned Her Balcony Into A Green Paradise
Asmita says that now she is not just a mother to her daughter, but also to many plants, birds, and butterflies.
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Rush Expected In EV Space: Upcoming Electric Cars In India Under Rs 20 Lakh
The electric car market in India is expected to get multiple new models in 2026 from various brands like Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, and others.
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Resident's Rant About Bengaluru's 'Endless Corporate Expansion' Viral: 'City Needs To Breathe'
The resident said politicians attracted companies with subsidies, but the 'endless expansion' came at the cost of traffic, rent hikes and infrastructure collapse.
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Delhi To Develop 17 Urban Forests To Boost Green Cover, Combat Air Pollution
The Delhi government is set to transform 15 scattered patches of vacant land across the national capital into dense urban forests, called 'Namo Vans,' to enhance the city's green cover and combat air pollution.
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Delhi To Have 10 "Namo Van" To Boost Green Cover, Combat Pollution: Rekha Gupta
Delhi government will develop 10 "Namo Van" across the city to enhance green cover and combat air pollution, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday.
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One-Third Of Delhi Low-income Families Spend 15% Of Income On Drinking Water
At least 34 per cent of Delhi's low-income households spend 15 per cent of their monthly income accessing basic drinking water, according to a survey released by an NGO.
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Green Rooftops Could Help Cities Like Shanghai Filter Out Tons of Microplastics from Rainwater
A Tongji University study shows green roofs can trap most rainborne microplastics, with soil capturing the majority. If all Shanghai rooftops went green, they could remove 56.2 metric tons of microplastics each year, highlighting a promising method for tackling urban pollution.
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Study Finds Proximity To Trees Associated With Healthier Newborn Outcomes
Drexel University research reveals that expanding urban tree cover can significantly improve public health and reduce mortality rates, especially in low-income areas, emphasizing the role of green spaces in promoting environmental equity.
