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Center-Right Owned by Adani Group (AMG Media)Delhi Air "Silent Epidemic": Ex-AIIMS Chief On Why People Are Falling Sick
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The Supreme Court opened its session by sharply criticizing authorities over Delhi’s deteriorating air quality, remarking, “Hope you all are enjoying the weather in Delhi,” and urging a cultural shift away from ostentatious gift exchanges. Meanwhile, the Economic Times notes that the city’s smog season has returned, with air quality worsening not only in Delhi but also in neighboring cities. Vehicle emissions and agricultural fires in nearby states are identified as major contributors, and forecasts suggest the pollution could intensify as drifting smog spreads.
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Terming vehicular emissions a major contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR, the Supreme Court on Friday said immediate, medium and long-term measures were needed to curb the rising air quality index. “We hope all of you are enjoying Delhi weather,” a Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant…
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Dr Guleria said there is growing evidence, from India and abroad, that living for long in polluted air raises the risk of lung cancer. He said poor air exposes the lungs to mutations, and both lab studies and clinical data suggest the risk rises among non-smokers as well.
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Dr Guleria said there is growing evidence, from India and abroad, that living for long in polluted air raises the risk of lung cancer. He said poor air exposes the lungs to mutations, and both lab studies and clinical data suggest the risk rises among non-smokers as well.
