Kolkata Air 'Poor' 72 Hours After New Year Fireworks
Kolkata's air quality remains poor to very poor three days after New Year celebrations. Experts blame low wind speed and temperature inversion. Health alerts issued.
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Beat Smog: 5 Breathing Exercises for Lung Health
As smog season chokes Indian cities, discover 5 simple breathing exercises to calm your lungs, improve oxygen use, and reduce stress. Learn techniques like nose-first and belly breathing for daily relief.
Delhi's December Air Worst Since 2018, PM2.5 at 211 µg/m³
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
Exec quits Delhi job over pollution, moves back to Mumbai
A senior finance executive resigns from Akums Drugs citing Delhi's toxic air, sparking debate on health costs of pollution. Read his full story and the company's response.
Health Insurance for Parents in High Pollution Areas
Living in polluted cities increases health risks for elderly parents. Learn 5 crucial factors to consider when buying health insurance to protect them from pollution-related illnesses.
Prayagraj: Cold, pollution spike respiratory, heart risks
Doctors in Prayagraj warn severe cold and air pollution synergistically increase respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses. Experts advise preventive measures for vulnerable groups.
Delhi-NCR pollution forces residents indoors, health suffers
As Delhi-NCR's air quality plummets, residents like Bhupender Singh and Gaurav Joshi face impossible choices between exercise and lung health. Read how toxic air is reshaping daily life and well-being.
Air Pollution Linked to ADHD, Depression, and Anxiety
Medical experts warn toxic air is harming mental well-being, increasing risks of ADHD, depression, anxiety, and memory issues. Learn how pollution impacts cognitive health.
Delhi's Hazardous Air: Symbolic Fixes Fail to Curb Pollution
Delhi's air pollution, shaving 11 years off lives, persists despite bans on tandoors, odd-even & more. Why do symbolic fixes fail to clean India's capital? Read the analysis.
Libra 2026 Health Guide: Balance Body & Mind
Your 2026 health horoscope reveals how planetary shifts impact stress, sleep, and digestion. Learn key dates and tips for a balanced year. Read more!
Taurus 2026 Health Horoscope: Year of Mind-Body Healing
Your 2026 health horoscope, Taurus, reveals a year of deep mind-body connection. Learn how Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, and eclipses will impact your stamina, diet, and fitness. Embrace gentle healing for stronger immunity.
How Delhi's Air Pollution is Robbing Health and Childhood
The toxic air in Delhi-NCR is forcing children indoors, replacing playgrounds with screens and triggering severe health issues. Meet Jai, 15, and teacher Priyanka, whose lives are dictated by the smog. Read their stories.
How Delhi-NCR's toxic air impacts a pregnant woman and an army aspirant
Chandni, a pregnant software engineer in Noida, and Rudra Pratap Singh, an army aspirant in Gurgaon, face severe health risks due to hazardous air quality. Their stories highlight the physical and mental toll of pollution in Delhi-NCR. Read their compelli
Lucknow: Pollution, Not Virus, Causes Cough & Throat Burn
Doctors in Lucknow warn that persistent dry cough and sore throat are now linked to air pollution, not flu. Hospitals report a massive 300% rise in respiratory OPD cases. Learn how to protect yourself.
Polluted Air Linked to 33x Higher Risk of Menstrual Pain
A 2021 study reveals prolonged exposure to air pollutants like PM2.5 can increase dysmenorrhea risk up to 33 times. As Delhi's AQI remains hazardous, experts warn menstrual health is now a public issue. Learn protective measures.
Delhi Air Pollution: 40% Want to Move Out
A shocking survey of 17,000 Delhi residents finds 4 in 10 want to leave the city due to severe air pollution, which cuts life expectancy by 8.2 years and costs the economy billions. Read the full report.
Nutritionist's Daily Armour Against Delhi's Toxic Air
Delhi's air silently damages lungs, skin, and hair. Nutritionist Sakshi Lalwani shares her practical 'prep bag' and daily habits to reduce pollution's impact. Learn how to build your defence.
LA Wildfires Caused Spike in Heart, Lung Illnesses: Study
A new study finds heart attacks & lung conditions surged after LA wildfires, with a mysterious rise in unexplained illnesses. Experts warn of growing health risks from urban wildfires.
Pollution ailments spike 20-30% in Bengaluru
Doctors in Bengaluru report a significant 20-30% increase in patients suffering from pollution-linked health issues like breathlessness and cough. Learn about the symptoms and public health impact.
Nagpur's Hingna Industrial Estate Grapples with RMC Pollution
Nagpur's Hingna industrial estate faces severe air, water, and noise pollution from RMC plants, threatening worker health and productivity. Industry body demands urgent government action. Read the full report.
60-Day Defoamer Use in Yamuna Raises Ecological Alarm
Activist Pankaj Kumar warns Delhi LG & CM of long-term damage from excessive defoamer spraying in Yamuna. Govt official confirms halt order issued. Read details.
Delhi Air Pollution Doubled in November: CREA
A new CREA report reveals Delhi's air pollution levels nearly doubled in November 2025 despite reduced stubble burning. Discover the key findings and implications for public health.
Pollution Crisis: Delhi-NCR's Children Bear Heaviest Burden
Doctors across Delhi-NCR report a sharp rise in severe, pollution-linked ailments in children, from infants to teens. Read how toxic air is triggering surgeries, hospitalizations, and even lung attacks.
Pollution Control Day: Bhopal Tragedy & Health Crisis
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Delhi Traffic Cops Battle Toxic Air, Black Dots in Lungs
Delhi traffic police at Kalindi Kunj face severe health crises from toxic air, with CT scans revealing black dots in lungs. A 2022 study confirms outdoor workers' plight. Read their struggle.
Delhi's pollution clinic battles multi-organ health crisis
Delhi's sole dedicated pollution clinic at RML Hospital reports a surge in mental health, skin, and cardiac issues linked to toxic air. Doctors warn of a silent public health emergency.
5-Year-Old Needs Surgery Due to Noida Air Pollution
A 5-year-old boy in Noida required surgery for pollution-linked breathing problems after moving to Delhi-NCR. Doctors report 30% rise in allergy cases due to worsening air quality.
Rahul Gandhi Questions PM Modi's Silence on Delhi Pollution
Rahul Gandhi demands urgent action plan for Delhi's air pollution crisis, questions PM Modi's silence and claims powerful stakeholders benefit from pollution. Read more.
Air Pollution Threatens 25% of Indian Pregnancies
New study reveals alarming air pollution risks for pregnant women in India. Learn how to protect maternal and fetal health from toxic air quality.
Noida families relocate due to severe pollution health issues
Multiple Noida families are permanently relocating after severe health crises linked to air pollution. Read how toxic air is driving residents out of NCR.
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