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DPCC floats tenders for pollution-control technologies at 40 Delhi sites

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee has invited e-tenders to address air pollution at 40 identified sites. This initiative includes a budget of Rs 104 crore to monitor outdoor air quality effectively. The contract will be divided into 40 separate schedules, and bids will open on October 6. Eligible bidders must…

The Economic Times · 10h ago

Commercial kitchen staff exposed to high levels of air pollution, study finds

US research says nitrogen dioxide in restaurants that cook with gas can exceed WHO limits, which also affects diners

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16

Indonesia's skies turn apocalyptic orange as smoke blankets Singapore

Apocalyptic orange skies engulf Palangkaraya in Indonesia, while Singapore's famous Marina Bay Sands nearly disappears behind thick smoke. Months of wildfires have triggered an air pollution crisis across Southeast Asia.

Euronews · Oct 15

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Delhi's pollution battle could face another challenge: Punjab records more stubble fires than last year as paddy harvesting gathers pace

Punjab recorded 174 stubble-burning incidents between September 15 and October 13, 2026, up from 134 during the same period last year. Satellite monitoring detected 51 farm fire events on October 13 alone, with Amritsar and Tarn Taran accounting for most of the day’s cases. The rise comes as paddy harvesting…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

What is causing the haze in Southeast Asia? Key facts explained

The ongoing wildfires in Indonesia have led to a sharp rise in respiratory issues across the region, significantly impacting air quality in neighboring countries like Singapore and Malaysia. This environmental crisis has caused escalating tensions as Indonesian officials feel mounting pressure to boost firefighting efforts and seek help from affected…

The Times of India · Oct 15

How electric vehicles could help pollinators find flowers again

A hidden threat is making it harder for bees, butterflies and other pollinators to do their job: air pollution is scrambling the floral scents they use to find flowers.

The Conversation · Oct 13

In New Mexico’s Oil Country, People Ask: What Happened to Our Water and Air?

Decades of oil and gas production have transformed communities along the Pecos River. Attitudes have changed, too.

Capital & Main · Oct 12

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Weather today: Check latest IMD prediction for rain, temperature and AQI updates for Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, UP, Uttarakhand, Himachal and other places

IMD weather forecast for October 10, 2026, predicts rain and thunderstorms in several states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu and parts of northern and eastern India. Mumbai is facing high temperatures and elevated AQI, while Delhi-NCR residents should monitor air quality.

The Economic Times · Oct 10

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