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System crash, flight disruptions could have been avoided, say Air Traffic Controllers NEW DELHI: The system crash on Friday that disrupted hundreds of flights across India could have been avoided if the Airports Authority of India (AAI) had upgraded its systems on time.The Air Traffic Controllers’ Guild of India had warned in July that “current…
Air pollution has become a pressing concern worldwide, impacting urban and rural communities alike. Harmful substances in the air, such as fine particles, gases, and chemical pollutants, are released from vehicles, factories, burning fuels, and natural events like wildfires. Breathing polluted air over time can affect nearly every system in the body, from the lungs…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday said that no one can blame the pilot-in-command of the Air India Boeing Dreamliner that crashed moments after taking off in Ahmedabad and killing 260 people. The apex court told the 91-year-old father that his son, Sumeet Sabharwal, is not to be blamed and “you should not carry…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 of America’s busiest markets from Friday, an unprecedented move to ensure flight safety as the ongoing government shutdown strains air traffic controllers. The announcement, made Wednesday, could affect thousands of flights daily, as the FAA manages more than 44,000 aircraft movements each…
With growing concern about indoor air quality, more people are investing in devices designed to create a healthier, more comfortable home environment. Among the most popular options are air purifiers and humidifiers, both of which improve indoor conditions but serve entirely different purposes. Air purifiers focus on cleaning the air by removing pollutants, allergens, and…
NEW DELHI: Air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region is plunging to hazardous levels. With air purifiers becoming the need of the time, like how water purifiers made their way into Indian households, the discourse around the deteriorating air quality is getting serious. Several netizens on social media have come forth with pictures of their air…
Is cloud seeding the solution to Delhi’s pollution crisis? Apparently not. Or will odd-even, smog towers or water sprinkling make a real difference? As Delhi gasps for breath once again, govts, citizens and experts weigh in with a range of measures — each with its own promise and pitfalls. VEHICULAR POLLUTION:Improved public transportPros: Much has…
Air pollution has become more than an environmental issue, it’s a growing threat to skin health. Every day, your skin serves as the first line of defence against pollutants from traffic fumes, industrial emissions, and household chemicals. These tiny particles can deeply penetrate the skin, speeding up ageing, causing inflammation, and worsening issues like acne,…
Representational file photo NEW DELHI: Flight delays hit several passengers travelling through Delhi on Tuesday, as air traffic congestion led to long wait times across terminals. IndiGo posted an advisory on its official X account, saying: “Due to air traffic congestion in Delhi, flight operations are currently impacted. We understand that extended wait times, both…
NEW DELHI: Air India will operate a relief flight on Tuesday to bring back 228 passengers stranded in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This comes after the airline’s San Francisco–Delhi flight was diverted on Monday due to a technical issue.The airline said the special relief flight, numbered AI183, will depart from Delhi on Tuesday afternoon and return with…
