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Delhi Schools Asked To Move To "Hybrid Mode" After Top Court's Observations
The Delhi government on Monday directed government, private and civic body-run schools to conduct classes in "hybrid mode" - online and offline - after the Commission for Air Quality Management announced relaxations under the Graded Response Action.
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Schools In Delhi-NCR To Operate In Hybrid Mode, Orders Air Quality Panel
In its November 25, 2024, order, the Supreme Court emphasised the adverse impact of continued restrictions on education, particularly for underprivileged students.
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Zerodha CEO Suggests Linking Property Prices To Air Quality In Cities, Internet Agrees
He believes that this approach would incentivise homeowners and communities to actively work toward improving their local environment.
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On Reopening Delhi Schools, Top Court's Note On Air Purifiers, Mid-Day Meal
Schools in Delhi can open now despite the high pollution levels, the Supreme Court said today, pointing to three issues that will not get solved if students stay home.
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Top Court Pulls Up Delhi Police For Gaps In Pollution Fight, GRAP 4 To Stay
Tough restrictions on vehicular movement and construction activities in Delhi will stay for now, the Supreme Court ruled today.
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How A Detox Diet Can Combat Air Pollution And Boost Health
Air Pollution: In a world where exposure to pollutants and unhealthy habits is on the rise, adopting a detox diet can be a simple yet effective way to protect and revitalise the body.
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Gurugram Suspends Physical Classes Amid Severe Air Pollution Till November 25
Gurugram pollution: The decision was made after assessing the prevailing Air Quality Index (AQI) situation.
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With AQI At 420, Delhi's Air Quality Slips Back To 'Severe' Category
Delhi's air quality slipped back to the 'severe' category on Saturday morning with an AQI of 420 while the minimum temperature was recorded at 11.4 degrees Celsius.
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Centre Plans To Examine Burnt Area After Farmers Timing Crop Fires
Centre plans to clamp down on polluting farm fires by measuring the areas burnt instead of live blazes, after reports that farmers were burning paddy waste or stubble at times when satellites were not passing overhead.
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Cloud Seeding Not Feasible: Pollution Control Board Amid Delhi's Smog Crisis
The Central Pollution Control Board has said feasibility of cloud seeding as an emergency measure to battle winter pollution in northern India will be limited, citing insufficient moisture, reliance on pre-existing clouds, an RTI query has revealed.
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"Implement Pollution Rules Strictly": Delhi Minister Urges Chief Secretary
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai wrote to Chief Secretary Dharmendra on Friday, urging strict enforcement of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to address the worsening air quality in the national capital.
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Has There Been A Major Undercount Of Punjab Farm Fires? What Satellite Pics Show
Delhi and its adjoining areas are covered in smog and air quality is still in the 'very poor' category. The fourth stage of anti-pollution measures will remain in effect for three days as no sign of relief is expected soon.
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How Air Pollution Increases The Risk Of Diabetes
With India already being home to the second-largest population of diabetics globally, understanding the role of air pollution in exacerbating this epidemic is critical for effective prevention and public health intervention.
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Opinion | Delhi's Air Pollution Situation Is Like A Bad Marriage
On a good day, such as today, the AQI reading in Delhi is 407. We are jubilant at the sickly sunshine trickling through the slightly dissipated smog. At least its not 1600.
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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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Delhi Schools Asked To Move To "Hybrid Mode" After Top Court's Observations
The Delhi government on Monday directed government, private and civic body-run schools to conduct classes in "hybrid mode" - online and offline - after the Commission for Air Quality Management announced relaxations under the Graded Response Action.
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Schools In Delhi-NCR To Operate In Hybrid Mode, Orders Air Quality Panel
In its November 25, 2024, order, the Supreme Court emphasised the adverse impact of continued restrictions on education, particularly for underprivileged students.
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Zerodha CEO Suggests Linking Property Prices To Air Quality In Cities, Internet Agrees
He believes that this approach would incentivise homeowners and communities to actively work toward improving their local environment.
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On Reopening Delhi Schools, Top Court's Note On Air Purifiers, Mid-Day Meal
Schools in Delhi can open now despite the high pollution levels, the Supreme Court said today, pointing to three issues that will not get solved if students stay home.
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Top Court Pulls Up Delhi Police For Gaps In Pollution Fight, GRAP 4 To Stay
Tough restrictions on vehicular movement and construction activities in Delhi will stay for now, the Supreme Court ruled today.
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How A Detox Diet Can Combat Air Pollution And Boost Health
Air Pollution: In a world where exposure to pollutants and unhealthy habits is on the rise, adopting a detox diet can be a simple yet effective way to protect and revitalise the body.
-
Gurugram Suspends Physical Classes Amid Severe Air Pollution Till November 25
Gurugram pollution: The decision was made after assessing the prevailing Air Quality Index (AQI) situation.
-
With AQI At 420, Delhi's Air Quality Slips Back To 'Severe' Category
Delhi's air quality slipped back to the 'severe' category on Saturday morning with an AQI of 420 while the minimum temperature was recorded at 11.4 degrees Celsius.
-
Centre Plans To Examine Burnt Area After Farmers Timing Crop Fires
Centre plans to clamp down on polluting farm fires by measuring the areas burnt instead of live blazes, after reports that farmers were burning paddy waste or stubble at times when satellites were not passing overhead.
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Cloud Seeding Not Feasible: Pollution Control Board Amid Delhi's Smog Crisis
The Central Pollution Control Board has said feasibility of cloud seeding as an emergency measure to battle winter pollution in northern India will be limited, citing insufficient moisture, reliance on pre-existing clouds, an RTI query has revealed.
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"Implement Pollution Rules Strictly": Delhi Minister Urges Chief Secretary
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai wrote to Chief Secretary Dharmendra on Friday, urging strict enforcement of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to address the worsening air quality in the national capital.
-
Has There Been A Major Undercount Of Punjab Farm Fires? What Satellite Pics Show
Delhi and its adjoining areas are covered in smog and air quality is still in the 'very poor' category. The fourth stage of anti-pollution measures will remain in effect for three days as no sign of relief is expected soon.
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How Air Pollution Increases The Risk Of Diabetes
With India already being home to the second-largest population of diabetics globally, understanding the role of air pollution in exacerbating this epidemic is critical for effective prevention and public health intervention.
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Opinion | Delhi's Air Pollution Situation Is Like A Bad Marriage
On a good day, such as today, the AQI reading in Delhi is 407. We are jubilant at the sickly sunshine trickling through the slightly dissipated smog. At least its not 1600.
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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.
