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Delhi's PM 2.5 Levels 13% Higher Than Last Diwali: Report
The national capital's PM2.5 levels hit a peak by midnight on Diwali this year, which was 13 per cent higher than the peaks observed last year and in 2022, a recent analysis showed.
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15 Of 24 Haryana Cities Among 100 Most Polluted In India: Analysis
Fifteen out of 24 cities in Haryana ranked among India's 100 most polluted cities based on PM2.5 levels in the first half of 2024, according to a new analysis.
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Improvement In Delhi's PM2.5 Levels Since 2015-17 Halted In 2023: Report
Delhi-NCR recorded the longest spell of 'very poor' or worse air quality and the maximum number of smog episodes in November and December 2023 in the last six years, according to a new analysis.
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After Diwali, Delhi Air Records 140% Spike In Particles That Harm Lungs
The major pollutant that affects lungs and risks major health issues recorded a massive 140% jump in the 24-hour period since last morning as the air quality in Delhi deteriorated back to toxic levels a day after Diwali.
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Delhi's PM10, PM2.5 Pollution Levels Declined 45% Since 2014: Minister
In a "big relief" for Delhi residents, the PM10 and PM2.5 levels have declined by an average of 45 per cent in the last 9 years, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said today.
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"My Eyes Burn": Thailand Says Stay Indoors As Air Pollution Spikes
Air pollution in Bangkok and neighbouring Thai provinces spiked past safe levels on Thursday, prompting authorities to urge people to stay indoors and avoid strenuous outdoor activity.
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Delhi Was India's Most Polluted City In 2022: Report
Delhi was the most polluted city in India in 2022 with PM2.5 levels more than double the safe limit and the third highest average PM10 concentration, according to an analysis of Central Pollution Control Board data.
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Over 60% Decline In PM 2.5 Pollution In Delhi This Diwali Compared To 2021
Delhi registered a 64 per cent reduction in PM2.5 concentration and a 57 per cent drop in PM10 levels on Diwali this year as compared to last year, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) said in a report.
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Barely Any Difference In PM2.5 Pollution In Cities Under Central Plan: Report
There is barely any difference in overall PM2.5 trends between cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and those outside its ambit, according to a new analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).
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Air Pollution Linked With Higher Risk Of Dementia, Finds Study
Even a small increase in the levels of fine particle pollution (PM2.5) is associated with a greater risk of dementia for people living in those areas, according to a study conducted in the US.
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Average Levels Of Pollutants In Delhi In 2020 Lowest In 7 Years: Survey
The average levels of various pollutants, including PM10, PM2.5 and nitrogen dioxide, in Delhi last year were the lowest since 2014, according to the Delhi Economic Survey report.
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Over 50,000 People In Delhi Died Due To Air Pollution Last Year: Study
Air pollution caused by hazardous PM2.5 fine particulate matter led to the death of 54,000 people in Delhi last year where pollution levels remained almost six times above the prescribed WHO limits, according to a new study.
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Delhi's PM2.5 Pollution On Diwali May Be Low If No Crackers Burnt: Centre
The PM2.5 concentration in Delhi on Diwali is likely to be the "lowest" in the last four years if no firecrackers are burnt, a central government agency said today.
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Coronavirus Lockdown In Delhi Halves Air Pollution Levels Of PM2.5, PM10
With very few vehicles on roads, only essential commercial units functioning due to the coronavirus-forced lockdown and a weather favourable for dispersion of pollutants, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has reported 46 per cent reduction in PM2.5 levels and 50 per cent depletion in PM10 concentrations in the national capital.
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Less Crackers, Strict Rules Reduced Pollution By 30% On Diwali: Officials
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee today said less fireworks, rigorous night patrolling and enforcement measures to curb instigators reduced the PM2.5 and PM10 levels by 30 per cent on Diwali night this year when compared to 2018.
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Delhi's PM 2.5 Levels 13% Higher Than Last Diwali: Report
The national capital's PM2.5 levels hit a peak by midnight on Diwali this year, which was 13 per cent higher than the peaks observed last year and in 2022, a recent analysis showed.
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15 Of 24 Haryana Cities Among 100 Most Polluted In India: Analysis
Fifteen out of 24 cities in Haryana ranked among India's 100 most polluted cities based on PM2.5 levels in the first half of 2024, according to a new analysis.
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Improvement In Delhi's PM2.5 Levels Since 2015-17 Halted In 2023: Report
Delhi-NCR recorded the longest spell of 'very poor' or worse air quality and the maximum number of smog episodes in November and December 2023 in the last six years, according to a new analysis.
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After Diwali, Delhi Air Records 140% Spike In Particles That Harm Lungs
The major pollutant that affects lungs and risks major health issues recorded a massive 140% jump in the 24-hour period since last morning as the air quality in Delhi deteriorated back to toxic levels a day after Diwali.
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Delhi's PM10, PM2.5 Pollution Levels Declined 45% Since 2014: Minister
In a "big relief" for Delhi residents, the PM10 and PM2.5 levels have declined by an average of 45 per cent in the last 9 years, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said today.
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"My Eyes Burn": Thailand Says Stay Indoors As Air Pollution Spikes
Air pollution in Bangkok and neighbouring Thai provinces spiked past safe levels on Thursday, prompting authorities to urge people to stay indoors and avoid strenuous outdoor activity.
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Delhi Was India's Most Polluted City In 2022: Report
Delhi was the most polluted city in India in 2022 with PM2.5 levels more than double the safe limit and the third highest average PM10 concentration, according to an analysis of Central Pollution Control Board data.
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Over 60% Decline In PM 2.5 Pollution In Delhi This Diwali Compared To 2021
Delhi registered a 64 per cent reduction in PM2.5 concentration and a 57 per cent drop in PM10 levels on Diwali this year as compared to last year, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) said in a report.
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Barely Any Difference In PM2.5 Pollution In Cities Under Central Plan: Report
There is barely any difference in overall PM2.5 trends between cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and those outside its ambit, according to a new analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).
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Air Pollution Linked With Higher Risk Of Dementia, Finds Study
Even a small increase in the levels of fine particle pollution (PM2.5) is associated with a greater risk of dementia for people living in those areas, according to a study conducted in the US.
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Average Levels Of Pollutants In Delhi In 2020 Lowest In 7 Years: Survey
The average levels of various pollutants, including PM10, PM2.5 and nitrogen dioxide, in Delhi last year were the lowest since 2014, according to the Delhi Economic Survey report.
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Over 50,000 People In Delhi Died Due To Air Pollution Last Year: Study
Air pollution caused by hazardous PM2.5 fine particulate matter led to the death of 54,000 people in Delhi last year where pollution levels remained almost six times above the prescribed WHO limits, according to a new study.
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Delhi's PM2.5 Pollution On Diwali May Be Low If No Crackers Burnt: Centre
The PM2.5 concentration in Delhi on Diwali is likely to be the "lowest" in the last four years if no firecrackers are burnt, a central government agency said today.
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Coronavirus Lockdown In Delhi Halves Air Pollution Levels Of PM2.5, PM10
With very few vehicles on roads, only essential commercial units functioning due to the coronavirus-forced lockdown and a weather favourable for dispersion of pollutants, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has reported 46 per cent reduction in PM2.5 levels and 50 per cent depletion in PM10 concentrations in the national capital.
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Less Crackers, Strict Rules Reduced Pollution By 30% On Diwali: Officials
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee today said less fireworks, rigorous night patrolling and enforcement measures to curb instigators reduced the PM2.5 and PM10 levels by 30 per cent on Diwali night this year when compared to 2018.
