Category: Environment

Bursting of firecrackers post-Diwali further spikes air pollution in Kolkata

Kolkata, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) With bursting of firecrackers that started on Diwali, continuing till late on Friday night, pollution levels…

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India plays key role in finalising G20 consensus on disaster risk reduction

New Delhi, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) With the active participation of a high-level Indian delegation, a G20 meeting has arrived at…

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TN: Yellow alert in 19 districts for the next two days

Chennai, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a yellow alert for 19 districts of Tamil Nadu,…

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PM2.5 exposure may impair cognitive abilities in kids, raise Alzheimer’s risk in adults

New Delhi, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Long-term exposure to air pollution particles like PM2.5 can prove to be detrimental to memory…

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Delhi-NCR air quality remains in ‘poor’ category

New Delhi, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) A layer of smog covered Delhi-NCR on Saturday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI)…

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Flash floods in Spain kill at least 205, PM pledges comprehensive support

Madrid, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Spain remains deeply shaken by the deadly flash floods that have left 205 people confirmed dead…

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Harris claims she is not against gas drilling, but campaign member says she won’t expand fossil fuel

New York, Nov 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Trying to match former President Donald Trump’s popular call for US energy independence, Vice President…

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Delhi Congress slams AAP govt for toxic air after Diwali

New Delhi, Nov 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav said on Friday that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government's…

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Air quality deteriorates in Bihar as firecracker ban flouted

Patna, Nov 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The air quality in Patna and other regions of Bihar deteriorated on Friday following the bursting…

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BJP-ruled states should adopt Delhi’s pollution control measures: Gopal Rai

New Delhi, Nov 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Environment Minister, Gopal Rai on Friday commended the citizens of Delhi for their role…

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Significant spike in air, noise pollution in Kolkata

Kolkata, Nov 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) With the bursting of firecrackers to mark the occasions of Kali Puja and Diwali, Kolkata has…

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Delhi’s air quality plummets to ‘very poor’ category

New Delhi, Nov 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) A day after the Diwali festivities, the air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR on Friday deteriorated…

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UN chief emphasises role of youth in driving climate action, shaping urban futures

United Nations, Nov 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has highlighted the role of young people in driving climate action…

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This Tamil Nadu village says no to firecrackers to protect ‘Bat Grove’

Chennai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Despite Tamil Nadu being the 'fireworks hub' of India, with the Sivakasi-based fireworks industry achieving an…

3 weeks ago

Pollution levels in Kolkata likely to be alarming on Kali Puja as AQI deteriorates

Kolkata, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) With the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Kolkata already showing signs of deterioration since Wednesday evening,…

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Bird conservation in Sambhar Lake must be safeguarded, says Rajasthan official

Jaipur, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) After over 40 migratory birds, belonging to two to three different species, were found dead in…

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Bursting firecrackers on Diwali leads to spike in air pollution in Chennai

Chennai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Air pollution levels in Chennai and nearby districts have risen significantly due to the bursting of…

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International research identifies vast area for natural forest regeneration

Sydney, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Australian-led international research has identified a vast area with the potential for natural forest regeneration. The…

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Urgent action needed to protect global kelp forests: Australian report

Sydney, Oct. 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Countries must accelerate the conservation and restoration of kelp forests to meet international targets, Australian researchers…

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11 cities in country completed SA studies to assess pollution sources, Centre tells NGT

New Delhi, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) In an Action Taken Report (ATR) filed before the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Union…

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