New WHO Air Pollution Road Map Gets Strong Support; Member States Ask for Greater ‘Equity’ Focus in Climate Work 08/02/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Member States appeared to give strong backing to a proposed new WHO roadmap to reduce air pollution’s health impacts – with the ambitious global goal of cutting mortality attributable to human-produced sources by 50% by 2040. At the same time, a draft Climate Change and Health Action Plan, also aired at Saturday’s WHO Executive […] Continue reading -> Vehicles, Household Air Pollution Pose Fatal Threat in 23 Asian Countries 27/01/2025 Chetan Bhattacharji The health risks posed by air pollution in the 23 Asian countries sandwiched between Russia and Australia have been analysed together for the first time – and over 3.4 million deaths occurred in this area in 2021, representing 40% of global air pollution deaths. These countries include India, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia, excluding […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution Robs Indian Farmworkers of their Health and Livelihoods 09/01/2025 Sanket Jain YADRAV, India – Farmworker Balaso Salokhe predicts the severity of his asthma by observing the sky around him. “In the past four years, my health has deteriorated so much that I avoid travelling outside my village,” he shares. During this time, he was hospitalised six times. Every time, the severity of his asthma worsened. Salokhe, […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution is Responsible for 16.6 Million Deaths Over a Decade in India 18/12/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji New evidence shows that one in four deaths between 2009 and 2019 is linked to PM 2.5, one of the most dangerous pollutants commonly monitored. NEW DELHI – In November Delhi recorded its worst day of air pollution since 2019. As concerned citizens expressed outrage, authorities scrambled for answers – and it seems that the […] Continue reading -> Residents in Delhi Advised to Wear Masks as Air Pollution Reaches ‘Severe Plus’ Levels 19/11/2024 Disha Shetty Schools were closed, vehicle entry restricted and India’s top court on Monday advised residents of Delhi’s metropolitan area to wear masks as the capital city was shrouded in “severe plus” levels of air pollution for the second day in a row. For the past week, Delhi’s air pollution has been in the “severe” category – […] Continue reading -> Delhi Air Pollution: Is Government’s Satellite Monitoring Missing Stubble Fires? 06/11/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji For some years, the Indian government has monitored farm fires, a major source of Delhi’s air pollutions. Officials say the fire count is drastically down as a result, but researchers say their satellite surveillance is missing fires. DELHI – Peak pollution season has been building up for the last few weeks, and a major government […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Vehicles, Household Air Pollution Pose Fatal Threat in 23 Asian Countries 27/01/2025 Chetan Bhattacharji The health risks posed by air pollution in the 23 Asian countries sandwiched between Russia and Australia have been analysed together for the first time – and over 3.4 million deaths occurred in this area in 2021, representing 40% of global air pollution deaths. These countries include India, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia, excluding […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution Robs Indian Farmworkers of their Health and Livelihoods 09/01/2025 Sanket Jain YADRAV, India – Farmworker Balaso Salokhe predicts the severity of his asthma by observing the sky around him. “In the past four years, my health has deteriorated so much that I avoid travelling outside my village,” he shares. During this time, he was hospitalised six times. Every time, the severity of his asthma worsened. Salokhe, […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution is Responsible for 16.6 Million Deaths Over a Decade in India 18/12/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji New evidence shows that one in four deaths between 2009 and 2019 is linked to PM 2.5, one of the most dangerous pollutants commonly monitored. NEW DELHI – In November Delhi recorded its worst day of air pollution since 2019. As concerned citizens expressed outrage, authorities scrambled for answers – and it seems that the […] Continue reading -> Residents in Delhi Advised to Wear Masks as Air Pollution Reaches ‘Severe Plus’ Levels 19/11/2024 Disha Shetty Schools were closed, vehicle entry restricted and India’s top court on Monday advised residents of Delhi’s metropolitan area to wear masks as the capital city was shrouded in “severe plus” levels of air pollution for the second day in a row. For the past week, Delhi’s air pollution has been in the “severe” category – […] Continue reading -> Delhi Air Pollution: Is Government’s Satellite Monitoring Missing Stubble Fires? 06/11/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji For some years, the Indian government has monitored farm fires, a major source of Delhi’s air pollutions. Officials say the fire count is drastically down as a result, but researchers say their satellite surveillance is missing fires. DELHI – Peak pollution season has been building up for the last few weeks, and a major government […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Air Pollution Robs Indian Farmworkers of their Health and Livelihoods 09/01/2025 Sanket Jain YADRAV, India – Farmworker Balaso Salokhe predicts the severity of his asthma by observing the sky around him. “In the past four years, my health has deteriorated so much that I avoid travelling outside my village,” he shares. During this time, he was hospitalised six times. Every time, the severity of his asthma worsened. Salokhe, […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution is Responsible for 16.6 Million Deaths Over a Decade in India 18/12/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji New evidence shows that one in four deaths between 2009 and 2019 is linked to PM 2.5, one of the most dangerous pollutants commonly monitored. NEW DELHI – In November Delhi recorded its worst day of air pollution since 2019. As concerned citizens expressed outrage, authorities scrambled for answers – and it seems that the […] Continue reading -> Residents in Delhi Advised to Wear Masks as Air Pollution Reaches ‘Severe Plus’ Levels 19/11/2024 Disha Shetty Schools were closed, vehicle entry restricted and India’s top court on Monday advised residents of Delhi’s metropolitan area to wear masks as the capital city was shrouded in “severe plus” levels of air pollution for the second day in a row. For the past week, Delhi’s air pollution has been in the “severe” category – […] Continue reading -> Delhi Air Pollution: Is Government’s Satellite Monitoring Missing Stubble Fires? 06/11/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji For some years, the Indian government has monitored farm fires, a major source of Delhi’s air pollutions. Officials say the fire count is drastically down as a result, but researchers say their satellite surveillance is missing fires. DELHI – Peak pollution season has been building up for the last few weeks, and a major government […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Air Pollution is Responsible for 16.6 Million Deaths Over a Decade in India 18/12/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji New evidence shows that one in four deaths between 2009 and 2019 is linked to PM 2.5, one of the most dangerous pollutants commonly monitored. NEW DELHI – In November Delhi recorded its worst day of air pollution since 2019. As concerned citizens expressed outrage, authorities scrambled for answers – and it seems that the […] Continue reading -> Residents in Delhi Advised to Wear Masks as Air Pollution Reaches ‘Severe Plus’ Levels 19/11/2024 Disha Shetty Schools were closed, vehicle entry restricted and India’s top court on Monday advised residents of Delhi’s metropolitan area to wear masks as the capital city was shrouded in “severe plus” levels of air pollution for the second day in a row. For the past week, Delhi’s air pollution has been in the “severe” category – […] Continue reading -> Delhi Air Pollution: Is Government’s Satellite Monitoring Missing Stubble Fires? 06/11/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji For some years, the Indian government has monitored farm fires, a major source of Delhi’s air pollutions. Officials say the fire count is drastically down as a result, but researchers say their satellite surveillance is missing fires. DELHI – Peak pollution season has been building up for the last few weeks, and a major government […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Residents in Delhi Advised to Wear Masks as Air Pollution Reaches ‘Severe Plus’ Levels 19/11/2024 Disha Shetty Schools were closed, vehicle entry restricted and India’s top court on Monday advised residents of Delhi’s metropolitan area to wear masks as the capital city was shrouded in “severe plus” levels of air pollution for the second day in a row. For the past week, Delhi’s air pollution has been in the “severe” category – […] Continue reading -> Delhi Air Pollution: Is Government’s Satellite Monitoring Missing Stubble Fires? 06/11/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji For some years, the Indian government has monitored farm fires, a major source of Delhi’s air pollutions. Officials say the fire count is drastically down as a result, but researchers say their satellite surveillance is missing fires. DELHI – Peak pollution season has been building up for the last few weeks, and a major government […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Delhi Air Pollution: Is Government’s Satellite Monitoring Missing Stubble Fires? 06/11/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji For some years, the Indian government has monitored farm fires, a major source of Delhi’s air pollutions. Officials say the fire count is drastically down as a result, but researchers say their satellite surveillance is missing fires. DELHI – Peak pollution season has been building up for the last few weeks, and a major government […] Continue reading -> Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Air Pollution and Lack of Green Spaces Increase Risk of Respiratory Hospitalizations 13/09/2024 Stefan Anderson Long-term exposure to air pollution and lack of green spaces significantly increases the risk of hospitalization for respiratory conditions, according to new research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress in Vienna this week. Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that even in Northern Europe, where air pollution levels are relatively […] Continue reading -> Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Scientists, Officials Call for Change in India’s Air Pollution Battle Plans 06/09/2024 Chetan Bhattacharji Fundamental policy changes aimed at fixing India’s seemingly intractable air pollution health crisis were suggested at the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) held in Bengaluru recently. Among the dozens of presentations by air quality scientists and officials, five key elements emerged for policy action that can speed up the reduction of air pollutants. These involve: […] Continue reading -> Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Climate Change, Wildfires and Air Pollution Damaging Global Health, WMO Warns 05/09/2024 Disha Shetty Climate change, wildfires and air pollution are locked in a deadly cycle threatening human health, ecosystems and agriculture worldwide, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Thursday. The WMO sounded the alarm in its latest bulletin on air quality and climate, the fourth such publication this year. With a special focus on wildfires, the report […] Continue reading -> From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
From Depression to Hypertension: Heat and Air Pollution Exert Heavy Toll on India’s Farmers 09/07/2024 Sanket Jain JAMBHALI, India – Farmer Kusum Gaikwad’s work start at 4 am daily. First, she burns the firewood and farm residue to heat water for 10 family members. By 7 am, she reaches the fields, manoeuvring through thousands of sugarcane plants, removing weeds, and checking for pests and diseases that could hamper their growth. This is […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy