COVID-19 Lockdown: Global carbon emissions cut by 17%
Carbon dioxide emissions have fallen dramatically since lockdowns were imposed around the world due to the coronavirus crisis, research has shown. Population confinement has led...
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Climate change may have impacted Cyclone Amphan: Experts
Human activities, and their impact on climate and the environment, may have influenced Cyclone Amphan in several ways, multiple experts have said. Cyclone Amphan is...
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Delhi witnesses spike in air pollution as India enters lockdown 4.0
After almost two months of clean air and blue skies, Delhi has entered the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown with air quality index (AQI)...
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India’s CO2 emissions decline for the first time in four decades
India’s CO2 emissions have fallen for the first time in four decades, according to researchers at the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air...
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Cleaner air could bring down pollution deaths by 6.5 lakh in India: Study
If the low levels air pollution reached during the lockdown period are maintained, India’s annual death toll could reduce by 6.5 lakh, says a study...
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World Migratory Bird Day 2020: Birds reclaim their spaces in India amid coronavirus lockdown
World Migratory Bird Day observed on May 9 every year is celebrated to raise awareness about the conservation and ecological importance of such birds in...
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Try the #MinerFilter and express your support for Coal Miners
Let Me Breathe has launched a new AR filter on Coal Miners Day! https://www.instagram.com/a/r/?effect_id=779499499251694 Some of us can work from home but every thought about...
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Coal Miners Day 2020: Saluting the coal miners
Coal mining continues to be one of the most hazardous professions in our society. Even today, coal miners continue to face a work environment that...
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The life risks of coal miners in Chattisgarh
With over 45% of land surfaces forested and home to a rich array of minerals, Chhattisgarh offers a focus for some of India’s richest source...
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What are coal miners going through in this time of pandemic?
With the country confronted with an unprecedented situation, offices have resumed work from home to keep safe. But, there are many still who are still...
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Down in the dark: Coal mining in India
Digging up more coal has become a national priority for India as it tries to meet its electricity needs. India has the fifth-largest coal reserves...
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Delhi, Mumbai among the most polluted cities in the world during lockdown: Study
Mumbai was the third most polluted among 10 international cities during the first three weeks of the lockdown imposed owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, according...
