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All you have to do is consciously stay away from these five habits/qualities — automatically, you will become a more accepting, calm and joyful person.

Mystic Mantra: Five qualities of unhappy people

Always remember that successful and happy people are not those who get the best of everything in life.

16 Apr 2019 1:21 AM

The programme analysed both primary micro-plastics, such as micro-beads used in cosmetics and secondary microplastics.

Researchers try to track the sources of plastic pollution

‘The 100 Plastic Rivers’ project is engaging with scientists in more than 60 locations worldwide.

10 Apr 2019 2:57 PM

That engine, which would allow the trucks to conveniently travel the same distances as today's conventional diesel trucks, would be a flex-fuel model that could run on pure gasoline, pure alcohol, or blends of these fuels. (Photo: ANI)

Engineers devise new method of powering hybrid heavy-duty trucks

The concept involves using a plug-in hybrid engine system, where the truck would be powered by batteries with a spark ignition engine.

10 Apr 2019 11:26 AM

The California wildfire had charred more than 50,000 acres, destroying hundreds of houses. (Photo: AP)

Toxic effects post-wildfires are more harmful than the calamity itself

Scientists have studied wildfires for decades learning much about the impact on air, soil and nearby ecosystems in the urban communities.

13 Mar 2019 6:14 PM

#Trashtag challenge (Photo: trash.tag/ Instagram)

#Trashtag challenge 2019: A revolutionary step to a non- polluted world

New social media trending challenge for a better world.

12 Mar 2019 6:32 PM

To make matters worse India has 22 of the top 30 most polluted cities in the world. (Representational Image)

7 out of top 10 most polluted cities are in India; Gurgaon the worst: Study

According to a new study, Gurugram which is located in India’s capital New Delhi, was the most polluted city in the world.

05 Mar 2019 11:16 AM

Kent Magic Hepa Car Air Purifier is a simple no brainer car air purification solution and is priced at an MRP of Rs 7,999.

Kent Magic Hepa Pure car air purifier review: Helps keep your car air clean

Air purifier inside the car can promise better air quality whilst you are driving on a polluted road.

26 Jan 2019 4:09 PM

India's emissions look set to continue their strong growth by an average of 6.3 per cent in 2018. (Photo: PTI)

India 4th highest emitter of carbon dioxide, says study

Top emitters in 2017, which covered 58 pc of global emissions, were China, US, European Union and India.

07 Dec 2018 2:01 PM

As cooler air traps pollutants close to the ground, Delhi's levels of PM2.5 -- particles so tiny they can enter the lungs and bloodstream -- often soar to beyond 30 times the safe limit. (Photo: AP)

Polluted Delhi air akin to death sentence, say doctors

Smog kills more than one million Indians every year and Delhi has worst air of any major city on planet, World Health Organization says.

05 Nov 2018 10:10 AM

The Centre-run System of Air Quality Forecasting And Research (SAFAR) recorded the AQI at 410. (Photo: File)

Delhi air quality turns ‘severe’; pollution may rise ‘faster’ now: Official

The overall AQI was 401, falling in 'severe' category, the highest this season, Central Pollution Control Board said.

30 Oct 2018 5:22 PM

A wide choice of air purifiers is now available -- and the technology behind them is constantly evolving.

The enemy within

Foul air is not just an outdoor scourge. It has seeped into many Indian homes. Can high tech help us breathe easy?

29 Oct 2018 11:27 AM

The Central Pollution Control Board of India announced it would warn people to avoid jogging outdoors in the early morning and after sunset.

India’s air quality sinks to worst category possible, people advised to wear masks

Most recent air pollution data from World Health Organisation released said India was one of the world's 10 most polluted countries.

29 Oct 2018 8:59 AM

Authorities attribute dip in air quality to localised factors like construction dust, vehicular pollution as well as regional factors like pollution due stubble burning from Punjab and Haryana. (Photo: File)

Delhi records worst air quality of season as thick haze engulfs city

The overall Air Quality Index of the national capital was recorded at 381 which falls in the very poor category

28 Oct 2018 1:44 PM

The scourge is compounded as farmers -- rushing to ready their fields for next season's wheat crop -- use fire to quickly and cheaply clear their land. (Photo: AFP)

Delhi holds breath as burning farms herald pollution season

Every November, air pollution in north India reaches high levels, forcing schools shut and filling hospital wards with patients.

21 Oct 2018 9:14 AM

Eco-tourism is gaining popularity with a 25 per cent year-on-year growth as people look to escape to offbeat locations in search of fresh air, especially during festivals, says a study.

More urban Indians want to escape pollution during festivals

Owing to the increasing pollution levels in metro cities, during the festive season, more and more people are planning 'green getaways'.

14 Oct 2018 12:59 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Even low levels of traffic pollution tied to heart damage

Medications can help strengthen the heart and minimize fluid build-up in the body.

28 Sep 2018 12:34 PM

The new study adds to existing evidence on the dangers of pollution for unborn babies. (Photo: ANI)

Study shows carbon from polluted air is reaching placenta

Evidence of tiny particles of carbon, typically created by burning fossil fuels, has been found in placentas for the first time.

17 Sep 2018 9:03 AM

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari on Thursday said that India will have an ethanol industry worth Rs 1 lakh crore within the next five to seven years.

Will have ethanol industry worth 1 lakh crore in 5-7 years: Gadkari

Terming pollution "India's biggest problem", Gadkari said that Ethanol-based fuel will help tackle pollution.

07 Sep 2018 12:13 PM

Here's how genetics, pollution severe asthma symptoms

Researchers also found that asthma patients that lack this genetic profile do not have the same sensitivity to traffic pollution.

03 Sep 2018 6:08 PM

The study used two approaches to assess the pollution level in the Delhi-NCR region.

Crop waste use in power plants can cut pollution

Research advocates increase in LPG use in NCR by 75 % by 2025.

23 Aug 2018 5:37 AM

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