Think about climate change, pollution while casting votes: Activists urge Delhiites

Green activists Friday expressed concern over “evasive behaviour” of political parties towards environmental issues in the city, urging Delhiites to consider air pollution and climate …

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Over 670 million Indians would breathe poor quality air in 2030: Study

More than 674 million citizens are likely to breathe air with high concentrations of PM 2.5 in 2030, even if India were to comply with …

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When compared to firecrackers, vehicles appear to cause more pollution: SC

The Supreme Court Tuesday asked why people were “running after” the firecracker industry when it seems vehicles are a “bigger” source of pollution. The top …

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Crop residue burning is a major contributor to air pollution in Delhi: Study

While fossil fuel emissions in New Delhi account for 80 percent of the air pollution plume during the summer, emissions from biomass burning (such as …

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Climate change may lead to stronger thunderstorms, Worsen Air Quality: MIT Study

Climate change is shifting the energy in the atmosphere that fuels summertime weather, which may lead to stronger thunderstorms and more stagnant conditions for midlatitude …

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