POLLUTION

India is the world’s biggest plastic polluter: What it means for our health

How to tackle plastic trash as its mismanagement makes the country the world's worst offender in plastic emissions At the…

5 months ago

Why India’s tailpipe pollution regime needs urgent reform

The air quality discourse appears to have increasingly turned punitive over the years. From banning older vehicles to restricting fuel…

6 months ago

Secondary pollutants constitute up to third of PM2.5 pollution

CREA study flags widespread presence of ammonium sulphate and sulphur dioxide presence in many cities Secondary pollutants, particularly ammonium sulphate,…

6 months ago

Mountains Crying Out: The Hidden Cost of Mass Gatherings on Fragile Ecosystems

India’s vibrant culture and democratic spirit often bring people together in massive numbers—political rallies echo with fervent speeches, and religious…

6 months ago

5 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Microplastic Intake

Microplastics (MPs) are tiny plastic particles (<5 mm), invisible to the naked eye, which are now widespread contaminants found in…

8 months ago

Civil Society urges MoEFCC to withdraw notifications that exempt industries from air, water pollution

Some exempted industries like fly ash brick manufacturing have well-documented adverse environmental and health impacts, an environmentalist said.   NEW…

9 months ago

The list of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities is out. All but one are in Asia

All but one of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities last year were in Asia, a new study shows.…

9 months ago

Why a push for cleaner air is bad news for Mumbai’s iconic pao

The municipal corporation wants wood-fired ovens to be replaced by electric ones. The expensive transition could force many old bakeries…

10 months ago

Microbial Maestros: Can Bacteria Solve Our Plastic Problem?

Synopsis: Explore the exciting potential—and the persistent challenges—of using bacteria to biodegrade plastic waste. A journey into the world of…

11 months ago

Leaching Landfills, Frothing Rivers, Unbreathable Air: Delhi’s Many Environmental Concerns as Poll Day Nears

New Delhi/ Bengaluru: “When the wind blows, a terrible stench spreads,” says Vimala Devi. She says that coughs are constant, as…

11 months ago

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