As we transition from the monsoon to winter, the temporary respite in air pollution is over. A combination of festivals, post-harvest crop burning, firing of brick kilns and reduced wind speed will soon increase the level of particulate air pollution in India. The Global Burden of Disease study estimates that, in India, ambient air pollution […]
India cracks down on air pollution as Diwali begins
The Indian government orders diesel generators and a power plant in Delhi to be shut down as air quality in the capital deteriorates ahead of the Hindu festival of lights, when a night of firecrackers sends pollution levels rocketing. Samantha Vadas reports. SOURCE: Reuters
Another year, another haze
Smoky smell. Poor visibility. You can smell it inside buildings or your homes. It lingers in your hair and clothes. Your eyes itch. Your throat parched. Sounds familiar?
