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Childhood allergies are often caused by dust pollution, food and even toys. From dust mites and pet dander to pollen and smoke, there are several triggers. Discover the various types, their preventive tips, and treatment options
Air pollution, particularly three types of pollutants, has been linked to a rising risk of developing dementia. A new study published in The Lancet Planetary Health explains how inhaling these toxic particles can impact the lungs, trigger brain inflammation, cause respiratory diseases, and pose certain heart risks.
government officials have so far inspected 6,868 construction sites under the anti-dust campaign under October 6.
A portal for the registration of construction and demolition sites was launched in October last year in a bid to control dust pollution in the capital.
According to senior officials of the Public Works Department (PWD), central and side verges of roads and flyovers and walls of overbridges will be spruced up with seasonal flowering plants and shrubs on a number of identified road stretches and flyovers.
The National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL), which is executing the project linking the capitals of Maharashtra and Gujarat, believes the trains will have to be customised for Indian conditions so that they don’t break down due to heat and dust.
Over 300 construction sites were penalised for violating dust pollution norms in Delhi, although the drive against open burning of waste did not gather as much steam. Analysis of data shared by the Delhi R
