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Delhi air pollution | December winter break of schools rescheduled, now to be from November 9-18

The air quality in Delhi and its suburbs dropped to the severe category again on Wednesday morning, with smoke from post-harvest paddy straw burning in neighbouring states accounting for one-third of the air pollution in the national capital.

The Hindu

Gas cookers pump out pollutants linked to childhood asthma, report finds

Scientists find average levels of nitrogen dioxide almost twice as high in homes cooking with gas as in those cooking without

The Guardian - UK

Air pollution | Delhi chokes on smog as AQI remains in 'severe' zone

Air quality in Delhi remains 'severe' as toxic smog hangs heavy. Commuters, residents suffer breathing problems. SC expresses grave concern, orders stop to stubble burning. Smog towers not working, govt asked to repair. Meeting to be held to ensure crop burning stops. Cold weather traps pollution, AQI beyond 400 poses…

The Hindu

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We’re shining a light on our need for darkness

Letters: Readers respond to Jacqueline Yallop’s article about the damaging health effects of light pollution

The Guardian - UK

Engineered 'living materials' could help clean up water pollution one day

Water pollution is a growing concern globally, with research estimating that chemical industries discharge 300-400 megatonnes (600-800 billion pounds) of industrial waste into bodies of water each year.

The Conversation

Delhi school closures: Parents say virtual learning ineffective, seek permanent solution to pollution

NEW DELHI: With Delhi schools once again closing due to pollution, many parents are expressing their concerns about the effectiveness of virtual learning compared to physical classes and are urging the government to find a permanent solution.

The Times of India

Delhiites to get relief from ‘severe’ pollution through cloud seeding by IIT Kanpur!

Cloud seeding is alike natural rains and helps in settling down suspended dust in the environment. Read further on Dynamite News:

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We are unnecessarily being targeted, defamed for Delhi air pollution, say Punjab farmers

Bharti Kisan Union (Ugrahan) general secretary Sukhdev Singh Kokrikalan asked how it was possible that smoke from crop residue burning in Punjab could cause air pollution only in Delhi and not in Jalandhar, Amritsar and other districts of the State.

The Hindu

Masks are back, construction banned and schools shut as toxic air engulfs New Delhi

Masks are back on the New Delhi streets as residents grapple with the annual surge in air pollution that has engulfed the Indian capital region

The Independent UK

Air pollution | SC orders Delhi and neighbouring States to stop stubble burning immediately

SC directs Punjab, Haryana, UP & Rajasthan to "immediately stop crop residue burning" to reduce Delhi's air pollution. A meeting to be held on November 8 to ensure "better picture and some redemption" by November 10. All stakeholders to connect to discuss the issue

The Hindu

Celebrate, but not at the cost of the environment, says Supreme Court

Days before Deepavali celebrations, the Supreme Court clarified on Tuesday that its orders to minimise air and noise pollution caused by firecrackers bind States across the country and not just Delhi National Capital Region. “Celebrations can take place, but with some moderation,” Justice M.M. Sundresh, on the Bench, said.

The Hindu

EU poised to water down new car pollution rules after industry lobbying

Exclusive: Nitrogen dioxide limits and approval tests practically unchanged from current rules under Euro 7 proposals

The Guardian - UK

Marginal dip in pollution levels in Delhi; AQI in 'very poor' category

Delhi Air Quality: Pollution levels in Delhi marginally dipped on Tuesday morning (November 7) and were recorded in the “very poor” category after five consecutive days of severe air quality.

The Hindu

Chiang Mai seeks solution to smog

As the smog season draws nearer, Chiang Mai tourism operators are urging the government to speed up the passage of the Clean Air Act to reduce pollution from the agricultural sector.

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Evening Standard

Ulez inspired us, say finalists for Prince William climate prize

Polish Smog Alert are hoping to scoop the Earthshot Prize for their work in reducing air pollution in their home country

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan announces new funding to help London boroughs tackle air pollution

Previous rounds of funding have enabled the installation of electric vehicle chargers, cycle parking spots and new green spaces

The Hindu

HC issues notices to Centre, State, and chemical industrial units over releasing hazardous waste in Jeedimetla industrial area

Telangana HC issues notices to Central & State govts & 70 pharma & chemical units in Jeedimetla over PIL seeking relocation due to hazardous effluents. Social worker P.L.N. Rao filed petition alleging officials of C & TS Pollution Control Boards not responding to his rep. Pungent smell making people vulnerable…

The Times of India

Delhi's air quality remains severe, no relief expected in the coming days

PUNE: The air quality in the Indian capital, Delhi, has continued to deteriorate, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 454 in the Severe category on November 5, 2023. This alarming level of air pollution poses a significant health risk to the residents of Delhi.

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The Hindu

Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, Supreme Court says

The Hindu Evening Wrap on November 06, 2023

The Times of India

Delhi's air quality remains 'severe' for 4th day on trot; odd-even scheme returns

NEW DELHI: Delhi experienced alarmingly high levels of air pollution on Monday, reaching seven to eight times above safe standards.

The Times of India

Delhi: Fire department starts sprinkling water at 13 pollution hotspots

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) has initiated a water-sprinkling operation at 13 identified pollution hotspots in the city to address the escalating air pollution crisis, according to officials on Monday.

The Hindu

Instead of 'helping' Haryana, focus on Delhi's pollution problem, Khattar tells Kejriwal

Khattar asks Kejriwal to focus on Delhi air pollution after the Delhi CM offered help to implement 'Mukhyamantri Teerth Yatra' scheme. Khattar says Haryana is capable of implementing welfare schemes, offers help if Kejriwal faces any problems in governing Delhi

Dynamite News

Air Pollution: Odd-even scheme for vehicles returns in Delhi from November 13 to 20

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced the scheme on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Do you think pollution is going to end if we set up committees: SC to petitioner

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea seeking the setting up of a permanent expert committee at the district level for assessment of pollution

The Times of India

NCR pollution: Odd-even rule in Delhi from November 13-20 amid worsening air quality

NEW DELHI: Odd-even rule for commute in Delhi is back from November 13-20 amid worsening air quality.

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