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Delhi's Unforgiving Smog Proves Worst For Those With The Least
With the deadly smog in Delhi becoming a public health emergency, authorities in the world's most polluted capital city responded by closing down schools and banning construction activity. But while most residents tried to stay indoors, for thousands living on streets, there is no escaping the polluted air.
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25 Per Cent More Patients With Respiratory Issues In Delhi Due To Pollution
On Sunday, a blanket of haze made Delhi the most polluted capital city in the world. As the public health emergency continues, hospitals in Delhi are facing far more number of patients with respiratory issues.
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"Can't Happen In Civilised Country": Top Court Fumes Over Delhi Pollution
People are losing precious years of their lives due to pollution, the Supreme Court said on Monday as Delhi and nearby areas face a public health emergency due to severe air pollution. The top court pulled up the centre and the Delhi government, saying "there is passing of buck" and that it "can't happen in a civilised country".
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"As Citizen, Mother...:" Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Backs Delhi Shutdown Call
As Delhi chokes and suffers under a toxic and poisonous haze, calls for a #DelhiBandh have begun doing the rounds on social media, urging people to boycott work and stay indoors on Monday
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Delhi Pollution: Amid Delhi's Air Emergency, Government Issues Dos And Don'ts
Delhi Air Pollution, Delhi Smog: Amid a public health emergency owing to declining air quality levels across the national capital and its surrounding regions, the Delhi government has issued a health advisory for citizens, asking them to avoid staying outdoors for long periods of time and avoiding physical exertion and exercise.
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More Cases Of Respiratory Problems After Delhi Pollution Spike: Doctors
The national capital is witnessing public health emergency with hundreds of patients having respiratory problems being shifted to intensive care units (ICUs) by their pulmonologists because of the worsening air quality in the city, including the general wards of the hospital.
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"Eat Carrots, Listen To Music": Ministers Tweet Amid Delhi Air Emergency
As Delhi struggles with its worst air pollution crisis of the year, two tweets by union ministers on Sunday triggered a wave of criticism online.
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Noida Schools Closed Till Tuesday Amid Rise In Air Pollution Levels
School and colleges in Delhi were shut till Friday and 32 flights were diverted as the pollution levels in Delhi crossed the 600 level this morning. The Delhi government made the announcement today, citing the "public health emergency" declared by the Environment Pollution Control authority.
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India vs Bangladesh: Youngsters, Delhi Pollution In Focus As India Host Bangladesh In 1st T20I
In the backdrop of a public health emergency being declared in Delhi due to air pollution, India are set to host Bangladesh at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
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Delhi Air Quality Index Improves To 407, But Pollution Remains "Severe"
Pollution levels in parts of Delhi remain in the "severe+" category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing 500 early today morning according to data gathered from the Lodhi Road area of the national capital
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Blog: In Delhi's Air Pollution Emergency, What Changed And What Didn't
Declaring a "public health emergency" in Delhi and its neighbouring area is unprecedented. However, doctors like Dr Arvind Kumar of Lung Care Foundation, have been demanding this for some time now.
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Supreme Court To Consider Pollution Control Report, Stubble Burning Issue On November 4
As the Delhi-NCR faces a public health emergency due to severe deterioration in air quality, the Supreme Court will consider on Monday a special pollution control report filed by a panel appointed by it, the EPCA, and other issues including pollution caused by stubble-burning in the neighbouring states.
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"No One's Dying," Says Bangladesh Coach As Players Wear Masks During Training In Delhi
The pollution in Delhi has worsened and a public health emergency has been declared in the national capital and adjoining areas.
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Delhi Pollution: 5 Simple Drinks To Detoxify Your Lungs Naturally
Delhi pollution today: Public health emergency has been declared in Delhi and this is the time to take instant action to protect your health. Include these simple drinks in your daily diet to reduce cough, cold, congestion and breathing problems.
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Delhi Air Quality Highlights: No Surge Pricing For Cabs During Odd-Even, Says Arvind Kejriwal
The Central Pollution Control Board has declared a public health emergency in Delhi and nearby areas as the region chokes due to rising air pollution levels since Diwali. The Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority has banned construction activity till November 5 as the pollution levels entered the "severe plus" or "emergency" cate...
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Delhi's Unforgiving Smog Proves Worst For Those With The Least
With the deadly smog in Delhi becoming a public health emergency, authorities in the world's most polluted capital city responded by closing down schools and banning construction activity. But while most residents tried to stay indoors, for thousands living on streets, there is no escaping the polluted air.
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25 Per Cent More Patients With Respiratory Issues In Delhi Due To Pollution
On Sunday, a blanket of haze made Delhi the most polluted capital city in the world. As the public health emergency continues, hospitals in Delhi are facing far more number of patients with respiratory issues.
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"Can't Happen In Civilised Country": Top Court Fumes Over Delhi Pollution
People are losing precious years of their lives due to pollution, the Supreme Court said on Monday as Delhi and nearby areas face a public health emergency due to severe air pollution. The top court pulled up the centre and the Delhi government, saying "there is passing of buck" and that it "can't happen in a civilised country".
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"As Citizen, Mother...:" Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Backs Delhi Shutdown Call
As Delhi chokes and suffers under a toxic and poisonous haze, calls for a #DelhiBandh have begun doing the rounds on social media, urging people to boycott work and stay indoors on Monday
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Delhi Pollution: Amid Delhi's Air Emergency, Government Issues Dos And Don'ts
Delhi Air Pollution, Delhi Smog: Amid a public health emergency owing to declining air quality levels across the national capital and its surrounding regions, the Delhi government has issued a health advisory for citizens, asking them to avoid staying outdoors for long periods of time and avoiding physical exertion and exercise.
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More Cases Of Respiratory Problems After Delhi Pollution Spike: Doctors
The national capital is witnessing public health emergency with hundreds of patients having respiratory problems being shifted to intensive care units (ICUs) by their pulmonologists because of the worsening air quality in the city, including the general wards of the hospital.
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"Eat Carrots, Listen To Music": Ministers Tweet Amid Delhi Air Emergency
As Delhi struggles with its worst air pollution crisis of the year, two tweets by union ministers on Sunday triggered a wave of criticism online.
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Noida Schools Closed Till Tuesday Amid Rise In Air Pollution Levels
School and colleges in Delhi were shut till Friday and 32 flights were diverted as the pollution levels in Delhi crossed the 600 level this morning. The Delhi government made the announcement today, citing the "public health emergency" declared by the Environment Pollution Control authority.
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India vs Bangladesh: Youngsters, Delhi Pollution In Focus As India Host Bangladesh In 1st T20I
In the backdrop of a public health emergency being declared in Delhi due to air pollution, India are set to host Bangladesh at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
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Delhi Air Quality Index Improves To 407, But Pollution Remains "Severe"
Pollution levels in parts of Delhi remain in the "severe+" category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing 500 early today morning according to data gathered from the Lodhi Road area of the national capital
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Blog: In Delhi's Air Pollution Emergency, What Changed And What Didn't
Declaring a "public health emergency" in Delhi and its neighbouring area is unprecedented. However, doctors like Dr Arvind Kumar of Lung Care Foundation, have been demanding this for some time now.
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Supreme Court To Consider Pollution Control Report, Stubble Burning Issue On November 4
As the Delhi-NCR faces a public health emergency due to severe deterioration in air quality, the Supreme Court will consider on Monday a special pollution control report filed by a panel appointed by it, the EPCA, and other issues including pollution caused by stubble-burning in the neighbouring states.
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"No One's Dying," Says Bangladesh Coach As Players Wear Masks During Training In Delhi
The pollution in Delhi has worsened and a public health emergency has been declared in the national capital and adjoining areas.
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Delhi Pollution: 5 Simple Drinks To Detoxify Your Lungs Naturally
Delhi pollution today: Public health emergency has been declared in Delhi and this is the time to take instant action to protect your health. Include these simple drinks in your daily diet to reduce cough, cold, congestion and breathing problems.
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Delhi Air Quality Highlights: No Surge Pricing For Cabs During Odd-Even, Says Arvind Kejriwal
The Central Pollution Control Board has declared a public health emergency in Delhi and nearby areas as the region chokes due to rising air pollution levels since Diwali. The Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority has banned construction activity till November 5 as the pollution levels entered the "severe plus" or "emergency" cate...
