Pregnancy and PollutionStudy Links Air Pollution With a Million Stillbirths a Year Researchers say reducing exposure of pregnant women to PM2.5 can improve maternal health and address the unequal burden of stillbirths. By Ananya Singh
Travelling in SmokeAutomobile Emissions Are Top Cause of Air Pollution in Delhi: Report The study highlights why governments must take action to restrict vehicular use to curb pollution and global warming. By Amlan Sarkar
Don't Breathe InNew Research Shows How Air Pollution Causes Lung Cancer Among Non‑Smokers “It’s a wake-up call on the impact of pollution on human health. You cannot ignore climate health." By Saumya Kalia
Swimming in the Wrong DirectionNew Research Links Poor Sperm Quality to Rising Air Pollution The large-scale study analyzed semen quality data of more than 30,000 men to explain a correlation between pollution and fertility. By Saumya Kalia
Lockdown 2.0Smog in Delhi Leads to Pandemic‑Like Lockdown for a Week The government has shut schools and offices, advising residents to stay indoors and minimize their exposure. By Devrupa Rakshit
Winter (Pollution) Is ComingIndia Leads the World in Crop‑Burning Emissions: Report With winter approaching, this report is an alarming reminder of the horrors to expect in New Delhi and its adjoining areas. By Devrupa Rakshit
At RiskOzone Exposure Puts People at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes, Study Finds “[T]he beneficial effects that outdoor physical activities have on human health may have to be weighed against the detrimental impacts of air pollution.” By Devrupa Rakshit
Cannot BreatheOne in Every Three Children in Delhi Has Impaired Lungs, Study Finds “This study is an eye-opener. It has shown an unacceptably high prevalence of respiratory and allergic symptoms... and obesity in Delhi children." By Devrupa Rakshit
End of A Toxic EraIn ‘Milestone’ Victory, UN Declares Eradication of Leaded Petrol Use "If we can phase out one of the most dangerous polluting fuels in the 20th century, we can absolutely phase out all fossil fuels.” By Devrupa Rakshit
Mental Health Risks In The AirAir Pollution Linked to Severe Mental Distress, Even Hospitalization: Study "Even small increases in NO2 in the atmosphere can lead to a 32% higher risk of needing outpatient treatment for mental health." By Devrupa Rakshit
Buried Underneath12,000‑Year‑Old Roman Burial Site Raises Concerns Of Rising Lead Pollution Researchers note that the more lead we produce, the likelier it is to go straight into our bodies. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
Blinding EffectUsing Coal, Wood for Cooking Can Lead to Blindness, Study Suggests Nearly half the world’s population is exposed to household air pollution from cooking fuels -- putting them at risk for severe eye ailments. By Devrupa Rakshit
Painful CycleSevere Menstrual Cramps Linked to Air‑Pollution Exposure: Study The results highlight the "need for actions by governmental agencies and citizens to reduce air pollution, in order to improve human health," researchers said. By Saumya Kalia
Let's Spend Some MoneyEnvironment Ministry Hasn’t Used Nearly 50% of Budget Allocated for Controlling Air Pollution A parliamentary committee suggested the ministry show 'innovation' and use funds to boost infrastructure needs. By Devrupa Rakshit
Costly Alternatives45% of Urban Poor Households Still Use Traditional Fuels Over LPG Cylinders The use of wood, charcoal leads to high exposure to household air pollution, primarily for women and children. By Aditi Murti
A Wide Open FieldCurbing Stubble Burning Could Reduce India’s Hypertension Rates, Other Pollution‑Related Health Problems: Report Less smoke from burning fields in North Indian states could mean $2 billion in savings over five years from fewer health care costs. By Aditi Murti
Chalk Dust Is Injurious To HealthDelhi Schools’ Air Extremely Polluted Due to Constant Use of Chalk and Duster, Poor Ventilation: Study Researchers found concentration of pollutants in school premises were 12-15 times higher than the WHO’s permissible standards. By Devrupa Rakshit
The Air We BreatheAir Pollution Might Explain the 30% of Infertility With No Known Cause: Large Chinese Study It's the latest finding in a growing body of research that shows how air pollution negatively affects reproduction. By Satviki Sanjay