Researchers tracking the sources of plastic pollution
Plastic pollution in the world’s oceans is now widely recognised as a major global challenge — but we still know very little about how these …
Pollution
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 …
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 …
Air pollution claims 7 million lives each year: UN expert
Air pollution, both outside and inside homes, is a silent and prolific killer responsible for the premature death of seven million people each year, including …
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 …
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 …
India, Norway launches initiative to combat Marine Pollution
The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change recently signed a letter of Intent establishing the India-Norway Marine Pollution Initiative together with the Norwegian ministry …
Delhi air quality remains ‘poor,’ might dip in coming days
The air quality in the national capital remained under ‘poor’ category at various places as people woke up to a hazy morning on Monday. Though …
Delhi chokes as air quality slips to ‘hazardous’
Delhi routinely suffering from the toxic air caused by coal burning and vehicular exhaust, witnessed yet another bad day on Monday. The official data maintained …
Delhi’s pollution level sharply spikes ahead of Diwali: Authorities
Delhi’s pollution level sharply spiked Monday as a thick haze engulfed the national capital ahead of Diwali due to high impact of stubble burning and …