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China’s EV boom is cleaning the air, and may have prevented 262,000 deaths

Electric vehicles are proving to be life savers. Studies show China's shift to electric cars has prevented thousands of premature deaths. Air pollution has significantly decreased in Chinese cities. In the US, California is also seeing cleaner air with more electric vehicles. Cities like New York and Chicago could see…

The Economic Times

Namami Gange: Industrial pollution flowing into Ganga down nearly 60 per cent since 2017

Industrial pollution in the Ganga has significantly decreased by almost 60 percent since 2017. This achievement is credited to the Namami Gange program's strict regulations. Key interventions in Kanpur's Jajmau tannery belt have been successful. While water quality has improved, some stretches still face challenges. Further efforts are underway to…

The Economic Times

This LA neighborhood is choked by smog. The solution: a network of sensors on offices, homes and bags

Pacoima is hemmed in by highways and heavy industry, and its residents are fighting pollution with hyperlocal air quality monitoring

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Delhi to get mirror-like roads: New road plan promises AI-style monitoring, green belts and scientific maintenance

Delhi is set for a major road upgrade. A new scientific system will manage road construction and maintenance. This initiative focuses on improving road quality, reducing dust pollution, and enhancing safety. New drainage systems will tackle waterlogging. The project aims for sustainable infrastructure and groundwater recharge. Delhi's roads will become…

The Economic Times

Is an Electric Car Really Cheaper in the Long Run?

Electric cars have become increasingly popular in recent years. Rising fuel prices, growing environmental concerns, and advances in battery technology have encouraged many drivers to consider making the switch. One of the biggest claims made about electric vehicles (EVs) is that they save money over time. However, buying a car…

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‘Severe’ stress on oceans as rate of sea level rise doubles in 10 years, UN warns

Global effort needed to limit effects of pollution, industrial fishing and climate crisis, World Ocean Assessment says

The Guardian - UK

5 ways data centers endanger their local communities and the country as a whole

Every internet search, streamed video and AI-generated response depends on a data center somewhere. Driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cryptocurrency, data centers have become the backbone of the modern digital economy. But though their key role is in enabling virtual and remote experiences, data centers…

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SC upholds National Green Tribunal order that landlord cannot be liable for environmental violations committed by tenant

The Supreme Court has ruled that landlords are not responsible for environmental breaches by their tenants' chemical units. This decision upholds a National Green Tribunal order. The Gujarat Pollution Control Board had sought to hold a landlord liable for a tenant's unit. The court's ruling provides clarity on landlord responsibilities…

The Economic Times

Could a Blood Test Predict Cancer Before Symptoms Appear?

Lung cancer is often called the silent killer. By the time symptoms appear, the disease has usually advanced, making treatment more difficult and survival chances lower. For decades, doctors have searched for a way to identify risk before cancer takes hold. Now, scientists may have found one. A groundbreaking study…

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AIIMS study shows how air pollution can damage placenta, restrict fetal growth and change babies before they are born

A new study reveals that air pollution significantly damages the placenta, restricting fetal growth and increasing pregnancy complications like preeclampsia and low birth weight. Researchers from AIIMS Delhi found toxic metals in placental tissue and identified a key gene suppressed by pollution, impacting fetal development and potentially long-term child health.

The Economic Times

SC upholds NGT order that landlord cannot be liable for environmental violations committed by tenant

The Economic Times

'This Is Noise Pollution': Fans Fuming as Kanye's Daughter North Teams Up With Lil Wayne's Son for 'Trash' Track

North West and Lil Novi's new track, 'Mula Tha Root of All Evil,' faces backlash as fans debate nepotism and talent in the music industry.

International Business Times UK

5 Overnight Beauty Habits That Can Improve Your Skin

There is a reason people call it "beauty sleep." While you rest, your body enters repair mode. Skin cells regenerate faster, blood flow increases, and the damage caused by pollution, sunlight, and stress begins to heal. Yet many of us unknowingly sabotage this natural process. Sleeping with makeup, using dirty…

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Vegetable prices skyrocketed during Modi Govt's tenure: Telanagana CM Revanth Reddy

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy inaugurated a new fruit market and sub-registrar office complex. He criticized the central government for project delays and the BRS party for hindering development. Reddy vowed to fight for pending approvals and central funds. The government aims to boost agriculture and establish a 'Bharat Future…

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Arsenic, lead taint Saraburi canals

Arsenic and lead levels exceeding surface-water standards were detected at three monitoring locations in Saraburi's canal network, the Pollution Control Department (PCD) said.

International Business Times UK

Lawsuit Claims ICE's 'Alligator Alcatraz' Detention Site Pumps Toxic Diesel Emissions to Nearby Community and Environment

A lawsuit accuses Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention site of violating the Clean Air Act by releasing harmful diesel emissions, posing risks to public health and the Everglades ecosystem.

The Economic Times

This blood test may reveal lung cancer risk long before symptoms

A new blood test can predict lung cancer more than five years before diagnosis. This breakthrough offers hope for early detection in India. The test identifies individuals at higher risk. This allows for closer monitoring and potential preventive measures. The findings are significant for India's air pollution challenges. This discovery…

Marie Claire

I Was Blaming Stress for My Bad Skin. It Was Actually My Flat's Air Quality.

The air in your home is affecting your skin more than you think.

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The Economic Times

France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fears

A massive AI data centre planned for the small French village of Fouju is creating a divide. While proponents see economic benefits and job creation, residents fear environmental disruption, pollution from backup generators, and significant power consumption. The project, funded by international investors, promises millions in tax revenue but raises…

The Economic Times

Electric mobility key to long-term fight against air pollution: UNEP chief

A top UN official stresses electric mobility and mandatory vehicle emissions testing for long-term air pollution solutions. India's plan to phase out older commercial vehicles with cleaner alternatives is highlighted. Investment in clean public transport and cleaner cooking solutions is crucial. Addressing local pollution sources like construction dust and waste…

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Delhi’s ‘cleanest May in 5 years’ is a toxic illusion

This May, Delhi recorded a monthly average AQI of 156, its cleanest in five years. The Central Pollution Control Board considers this ‘moderate’ air quality, but European standards would call it unhealthy.

The Economic Times

World Environment Day 2026 theme, logo, significance, quotes, slogans and activities you can plan on June 5

World Environment Day 2026 theme and logo: World Environment Day is observed globally on June 5. This United Nations campaign unites nations for environmental protection. It raises awareness about climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. The day encourages sustainable practices and collective action. Various activities like tree planting and clean-up…

The Economic Times

Trump unveils $700 million coal support plan using emergency powers

President Donald Trump is using emergency powers to boost the US coal industry. Nearly $700 million will fund upgrades to power plants and new export facilities. This move aims to lower living costs and ensure energy security. Asian nations are reportedly seeking Wyoming coal. Environmental groups oppose the plan, citing…

The Independent UK

Wildfires are making the US smoggy again, reversing progress on cleaner air, study finds

A new study finds that smoke from larger wildfires is reversing more than a decade of American improvements in smog

The Conversation

Wildfires are reversing America’s progress on ozone pollution, the main ingredient in smog

For decades, the United States made steady progress in reducing surface ozone pollution, the main ingredient in smog. But that progress – achieved as vehicles, industries and power sources became cleaner – is increasingly being overshadowed by a different and growing source of ozone pollution: wildfires.

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