‘No Break, No Escape Anywhere’ from Heat; Scientists Appeal to World Leaders Ahead of Delhi G20 Summit

08/09/2023 Chetan Bhattacharji

Climate change increased temperatures for nearly every human being on the planet between June-August, 2023 On the eve of the G20 summit in Delhi, a group of independent climate scientists has reported that human-induced climate change increased temperatures for nearly every human being in the world for at least one day between June and […] Continue reading ->

Decline Recorded in India’s Air Pollution – But Not When it Matters Most

11/07/2023 Chetan Bhattacharji

On the face of it, it’s good news. India’s infamous air pollution has shown a significant decline across almost all states, according to a new three-year government-backed report known as SAANS – the Satellite-Based Monitoring of Ambient PM2.5 At National Scale for Air Quality Management. But there appears to be little decline during the winter […] Continue reading ->

Will New Evidence About Air Pollution and Lung Cancer Trigger Action in India?

27/06/2023 Chetan Bhattacharji

New science shows how air pollution triggers lung cancer, how children are the most vulnerable in Delhi’s smog, and how even small rises in PM 2.5 increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes and dementia. NEW DELHI – You can opt for silver, gold or platinum options for cancer-specific health insurance, according to an advertisement […] Continue reading ->