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NEW DELHI: The air quality remained very poor for the second straight day on Wednesday, though the air quality index (AQI) marginally improved from 354 a day earlier to 334, helped by strong winds flowing into the city. No respite is likely with the air predicted to hover within the same category until Dec 20….
NEW DELHI: Dense smog continued to blanket the national capital on Wednesday, sharply reducing visibility and keeping air quality in the very poor to severe range, even as authorities stepped up curbs to rein in pollution. Delhi’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood near 350, a marginal improvement from day earlier, but conditions remained hazardous….
Air quality levels in India are frequently hitting the ‘hazardous’ category. With a thick smog blanket looming over the national capital region, major concerns related to health have intensified. Staying indoors is one of the ways to reduce harmful exposure, however the toxins don’t wait on your doorstep. This makes it all the more crucial…
Heavy smog blankets Delhi NEW DELHI: Delhi was blanketed in dense smog on Saturday, with the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) rising to 387, nearing the ‘severe’ pollution level.Videos from across the capital showed streets engulfed in a thick haze, reducing visibility in several areas.Certain localities were already in the ‘severe’ range, including Anand Vihar…
Good sleep is a vital part of one’s health, productivity, and general well-being. Nevertheless, there are numerous individuals who find it difficult to sleep comfortably when the weather is hot, especially in countries with moderate climates where houses are not designed for mechanical cooling. The influence of bedrooms on sleep is often underestimated in residential…
NEW DELHI: India needs to overcome bottlenecks to increase both quality and quantity of workforce participation and labour productivity, an NCAER report released on Thursday said. The report underlines the role of skilling and small enterprises as key drivers of job creation in the country, an NCAER statement on the study said. The study titled…
Quality of life is a broad measure that doesn’t indicate only income or wealth, and involves more about safety, healthcare, education, environmental conditions, affordability, and overall well-being. However, in this context, various organisations track these indicators using various methodologies. Numbeo’s Quality of Life Index combines purchasing power, safety, healthcare quality, cost of living, property affordability,…
Sourav Ganguly. (Image source: ANI) The SA20 India Day event in Mumbai featured strategic discussions with franchise leaders preparing for the upcoming season, where Pretoria Capitals’ Head Coach Sourav Ganguly emphasised hands-on team involvement while Durban’s Super Giants’ Director of Cricket Tom Moody expressed his vision for creating a lasting legacy.The leadership showcase highlighted different…
ILT20 CEO David White (L) ahead of a fixture of the UAE’s T20 league. (Image: Creimas) As the ILT20 gears up for its fourth season starting December 2, the league finds itself at a pivotal moment in its evolution. With a new window, the introduction of an auction, growing regional partnerships, and an expanding Associate…
Indoor plants offer more than aesthetic appeal; they can actively support sinus health. Sinus problems, such as nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, headaches, and facial pressure, are often triggered by allergens, dry air, or environmental pollutants. While medical treatments help manage symptoms, the home environment plays a crucial role in nasal comfort. Certain houseplants can improve…
