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Yamuna Still Toxic Despite Above-Normal Rainfall In Delhi: Report
Fresh data released by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) shows that large stretches of the river flowing through the capital remain severely polluted.
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Children May Be More Vulnerable To Cancer-Causing Chemicals In Water And Medicines: Study
The study focuses on a chemical called NDMA (N-nitrosodimethylamine), which can be present in polluted water, processed foods, and some medications. This chemical has long been known to be potentially cancer-causing.
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Russia's Tuapse Faces Toxic Aftermath Of Ukrainian Attacks On Refinery
Residents of the Russian port city of Tuapse were ordered not to drink tap water and schools remained closed on Thursday, as authorities grappled with the aftermath of the third
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Moringa Seeds May Remove Microplastics From Drinking Water: New Study
A new study suggests moringa seeds can remove microplastics from drinking water by clumping particles for easy filtration. The plant-based method rivals chemical treatments, offering a low-cost, sustainable solution, though more research is needed.
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Did You Know? You Might Be Eating Around 5 Grams Of Microplastics Every Week
Microplastics enter the body via food, water, and air, potentially causing oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular damage.
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Study Finds Microplastics In Bile: What This Digestive Fluid Does In Your Body
A new study has found that microplastics have been found in bile. Here is what this means for your body and why it should matter to you.
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Delhi To Launch Real-Time Yamuna Water Quality Tracking From May
The monitors will be installed across six sites - Palla, ISBT Bridge, ITO, Nizamuddin Bridge, Okhla Barrage and Asgarpur.
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How Delhi Plans To Tackle Water Shortage, Yamuna Pollution This Summer
Delhi's Summer Action Plan 2026-27 focuses on supply, quality monitoring, and Yamuna river protection.
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Holi 2026 Eye Injuries Are Preventable: What Doctors Wish People Knew Before Playing
Following Holi celebrations, incidences of eye irritation, allergic reactions, infections, and even corneal damage are reported annually. The majority of these issues can be avoided.
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Bengaluru Lake Crisis: No Potable Water In India's 'Silicon Valley'
According to data published by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board, water quality analysis conducted across 147 monitoring locations between April and November 2025 shows that not a single lake in the city consistently met potable or safe bat
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Bengaluru Garbage Crisis: How Lack Of Sanitation In Urban Areas Affects Community Health
When waste management is disrupted, it creates filthy conditions that breed illness for entire communities. Piles of uncollected garbage turn streets into health hazards, spreading germs and toxins that affect health.
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The Black River Of India: Inside The Mystique Of Karnataka's Kali
The Kali River in Karnataka flows 184 km from the Western Ghats to the Arabian Sea, named for its dark water caused by a manganese-rich riverbed.
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Can Higher Budget Help Delhi Achieve Clean Air Target By End Of 2026?
Delhi's struggle for basic essentials - clean water and clean air - is decades old. Today, the national capital is once again attempting to reclaim some breathable space.
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Amla Juice Vs. Lemon Water: Which Vitamin C Shot Actually Boosts Your Immunity Faster?
Amla juice and lemon water can both be rich sources of vitamin C. To find out which one can boost your immunity faster, you need to look at their individual nutrient profiles.
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Toxic Dust Or Snow? How A Dumping Yard Became 'Switzerland Of Rajasthan'
Kishangarh Dumping Yard near Ajmer, known as Asia's largest marble dumping yard, has become popular for Bollywood shoots and tourism but poses health risks.
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Yamuna Still Toxic Despite Above-Normal Rainfall In Delhi: Report
Fresh data released by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) shows that large stretches of the river flowing through the capital remain severely polluted.
-
Children May Be More Vulnerable To Cancer-Causing Chemicals In Water And Medicines: Study
The study focuses on a chemical called NDMA (N-nitrosodimethylamine), which can be present in polluted water, processed foods, and some medications. This chemical has long been known to be potentially cancer-causing.
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Russia's Tuapse Faces Toxic Aftermath Of Ukrainian Attacks On Refinery
Residents of the Russian port city of Tuapse were ordered not to drink tap water and schools remained closed on Thursday, as authorities grappled with the aftermath of the third
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Moringa Seeds May Remove Microplastics From Drinking Water: New Study
A new study suggests moringa seeds can remove microplastics from drinking water by clumping particles for easy filtration. The plant-based method rivals chemical treatments, offering a low-cost, sustainable solution, though more research is needed.
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Did You Know? You Might Be Eating Around 5 Grams Of Microplastics Every Week
Microplastics enter the body via food, water, and air, potentially causing oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular damage.
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Study Finds Microplastics In Bile: What This Digestive Fluid Does In Your Body
A new study has found that microplastics have been found in bile. Here is what this means for your body and why it should matter to you.
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Delhi To Launch Real-Time Yamuna Water Quality Tracking From May
The monitors will be installed across six sites - Palla, ISBT Bridge, ITO, Nizamuddin Bridge, Okhla Barrage and Asgarpur.
-
How Delhi Plans To Tackle Water Shortage, Yamuna Pollution This Summer
Delhi's Summer Action Plan 2026-27 focuses on supply, quality monitoring, and Yamuna river protection.
-
Holi 2026 Eye Injuries Are Preventable: What Doctors Wish People Knew Before Playing
Following Holi celebrations, incidences of eye irritation, allergic reactions, infections, and even corneal damage are reported annually. The majority of these issues can be avoided.
-
Bengaluru Lake Crisis: No Potable Water In India's 'Silicon Valley'
According to data published by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board, water quality analysis conducted across 147 monitoring locations between April and November 2025 shows that not a single lake in the city consistently met potable or safe bat
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Bengaluru Garbage Crisis: How Lack Of Sanitation In Urban Areas Affects Community Health
When waste management is disrupted, it creates filthy conditions that breed illness for entire communities. Piles of uncollected garbage turn streets into health hazards, spreading germs and toxins that affect health.
-
The Black River Of India: Inside The Mystique Of Karnataka's Kali
The Kali River in Karnataka flows 184 km from the Western Ghats to the Arabian Sea, named for its dark water caused by a manganese-rich riverbed.
-
Can Higher Budget Help Delhi Achieve Clean Air Target By End Of 2026?
Delhi's struggle for basic essentials - clean water and clean air - is decades old. Today, the national capital is once again attempting to reclaim some breathable space.
-
Amla Juice Vs. Lemon Water: Which Vitamin C Shot Actually Boosts Your Immunity Faster?
Amla juice and lemon water can both be rich sources of vitamin C. To find out which one can boost your immunity faster, you need to look at their individual nutrient profiles.
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Toxic Dust Or Snow? How A Dumping Yard Became 'Switzerland Of Rajasthan'
Kishangarh Dumping Yard near Ajmer, known as Asia's largest marble dumping yard, has become popular for Bollywood shoots and tourism but poses health risks.
