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Delhi Uses Rs 8-Crore High-Tech Finnish Machine To Tackle Yamuna Pollution
Delhi's Yamuna clean-up effort continues to zero in on its biggest trouble spot- the Najafgarh drain, which carries nearly 70 per cent of the pollution flowing into the river.
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"We Added Water To Packaged Milk": Indore Family Loses 5-Month-Old
"God gave us happiness after ten years... and then God took it away," murmuring this repeatedly, an elderly woman weeps quietly in a narrow lane of Indore's Bhagirathpura.
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Not Just High Uranium: Delhi's Groundwater Has More Toxic Chemicals, Says New Report
The latest Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) survey finds that 13-15% of Delhi's groundwater samples exceed safe uranium limits, but that's not all. Many wells also show high nitrate, fluoride, lead, salinity and dissolved-solid levels, posing risks
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Uranium Found Rising In Delhi's Groundwater: What It Means For Your Health
New government testing shows that uranium levels are rising in Delhi's groundwater, with 1315% of samples showing elevated levels.
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High Levels Of Salt In Delhi Groundwater: 4 Ways Water Pollution Impacts Your Health
The situation has become more alarming after recent reports of heavy salinity in NCR's groundwater and severe faecal contamination in Delhi's water supply lines surfaced.
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"This Government Doesn't Hide Reports": Delhi Minister To AAP On Yamuna Revival
Delhi's political temperature soared on Saturday after the Delhi Pollution Control Committee reported worsening water quality in the Yamuna, just ahead of Chhath Puja, when thousands of devotees are expected to take a holy dip.
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Major Improvement In Water Quality Of Yamuna River In July: Minister
Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Saturday said the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has reported a significant improvement in the water quality of the Yamuna river in July.
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Delhi To Set Up Centre For Real-Time Monitoring Of Air Quality, Water Pollution
An integrated command and control centre has been proposed in the 2025-26 Delhi budget, presented by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday, for real-time monitoring of air quality, water pollution, noise levels, and waste management.
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How Air Pollution Is Harming More Than Just Our Lungs
Besides breathing difficulties, other side effects include headache, dizziness, lethargy, irritability in throat, itchy eyes and compromised immune system. Air pollution contributes to everything, from diabetes to dementia, from infertility to malignancy.
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Viral: X User Shares Photo Of Water Filter Turned Brown In Noida, Internet Calls It "Scary"
An X user posted a photo of what they claim is a three-month-old RO filter used in Noida. The condition and colour of it have got X users worried.
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New York City Considers Banning Detergent Pods To Fight Microplastic Pollution
The use of alternative materials or refillable options could pave the way for a more sustainable laundry routine.
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Toilet Paper Around The World Contains Harmful 'Forever Chemicals', Says Study
These chemicals do not decompose, and can also contaminate drinking water sources.
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Yamuna Pollution "Significantly" Increased Since 2017: Delhi Government
As the Delhi government has promised to clean the Yamuna to bathing standards by 2025, the pollution load in the river has increased substantially over the last five years, according to a report by the environment department.
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European Union Aims For Zero Pollution In Air, Water By 2050
The EU detailed plans Wednesday to bring air and water pollution down to zero by 2050, proposing tougher rules and compensation for those affected by poor air quality.
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Watch: Toxic Foam Returns To The Yamuna In Delhi
At first glance, this video of white foam floating on the surface of the Yamuna River in Delhi's ITO area appears almost peaceful.
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Delhi Uses Rs 8-Crore High-Tech Finnish Machine To Tackle Yamuna Pollution
Delhi's Yamuna clean-up effort continues to zero in on its biggest trouble spot- the Najafgarh drain, which carries nearly 70 per cent of the pollution flowing into the river.
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"We Added Water To Packaged Milk": Indore Family Loses 5-Month-Old
"God gave us happiness after ten years... and then God took it away," murmuring this repeatedly, an elderly woman weeps quietly in a narrow lane of Indore's Bhagirathpura.
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Not Just High Uranium: Delhi's Groundwater Has More Toxic Chemicals, Says New Report
The latest Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) survey finds that 13-15% of Delhi's groundwater samples exceed safe uranium limits, but that's not all. Many wells also show high nitrate, fluoride, lead, salinity and dissolved-solid levels, posing risks
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Uranium Found Rising In Delhi's Groundwater: What It Means For Your Health
New government testing shows that uranium levels are rising in Delhi's groundwater, with 1315% of samples showing elevated levels.
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High Levels Of Salt In Delhi Groundwater: 4 Ways Water Pollution Impacts Your Health
The situation has become more alarming after recent reports of heavy salinity in NCR's groundwater and severe faecal contamination in Delhi's water supply lines surfaced.
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"This Government Doesn't Hide Reports": Delhi Minister To AAP On Yamuna Revival
Delhi's political temperature soared on Saturday after the Delhi Pollution Control Committee reported worsening water quality in the Yamuna, just ahead of Chhath Puja, when thousands of devotees are expected to take a holy dip.
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Major Improvement In Water Quality Of Yamuna River In July: Minister
Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Saturday said the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has reported a significant improvement in the water quality of the Yamuna river in July.
-
Delhi To Set Up Centre For Real-Time Monitoring Of Air Quality, Water Pollution
An integrated command and control centre has been proposed in the 2025-26 Delhi budget, presented by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday, for real-time monitoring of air quality, water pollution, noise levels, and waste management.
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How Air Pollution Is Harming More Than Just Our Lungs
Besides breathing difficulties, other side effects include headache, dizziness, lethargy, irritability in throat, itchy eyes and compromised immune system. Air pollution contributes to everything, from diabetes to dementia, from infertility to malignancy.
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Viral: X User Shares Photo Of Water Filter Turned Brown In Noida, Internet Calls It "Scary"
An X user posted a photo of what they claim is a three-month-old RO filter used in Noida. The condition and colour of it have got X users worried.
-
New York City Considers Banning Detergent Pods To Fight Microplastic Pollution
The use of alternative materials or refillable options could pave the way for a more sustainable laundry routine.
-
Toilet Paper Around The World Contains Harmful 'Forever Chemicals', Says Study
These chemicals do not decompose, and can also contaminate drinking water sources.
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Yamuna Pollution "Significantly" Increased Since 2017: Delhi Government
As the Delhi government has promised to clean the Yamuna to bathing standards by 2025, the pollution load in the river has increased substantially over the last five years, according to a report by the environment department.
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European Union Aims For Zero Pollution In Air, Water By 2050
The EU detailed plans Wednesday to bring air and water pollution down to zero by 2050, proposing tougher rules and compensation for those affected by poor air quality.
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Watch: Toxic Foam Returns To The Yamuna In Delhi
At first glance, this video of white foam floating on the surface of the Yamuna River in Delhi's ITO area appears almost peaceful.
