In Europe, the number of premature deaths caused by fine particle air pollution has declined 10 per cent annually, but it still accounts for 307,000 premature deaths annually, according to the European Environment Agency.

'Invisible Killer': Air pollution in Europe still kills 300,000 a year

Calling the situation 'very serious', the Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Saturday asked the central government to come up with an emergency plan to tackle toxic air quality and dangerous smog conditions in the capital.

Air pollution situation 'very serious’ in New Delhi, says India's CJI NV Ramana

The air quality in Delhi continued to remain in the 'severe' category on Monday (November 8, 2021) for the fourth consecutive day after the festival of Diwali. But, a large part of this is due to an increase in stubble burning related pollutants.

Air quality continues to remain 'severe', days after Diwali in Delhi

Even before Diwali, the air quality in Delhi is poor. The Indian capital's air has once again surpassed all pollution norms. The most polluted region in Delhi is Bawana.

The air in Indian capital city Delhi is already bad even before Diwali

Researchers have known for a long time that air pollution can raise the risk of illnesses including obesity, diabetes, and infertility, but they didn't know how.

Air pollution reduces sperm counts through brain inflammation: Research

A thick layer of toxic foam has covered Sao Paolo's longest river. Aquatic animals are dying and environmentalists are blaming nearby industries for the hazard.

Brazil: Tiete river becomes a dumping ground for industrial waste

The World Health Organization has toughened its air quality standards in 16 years, saying health dangers associated with air pollution kick in at lower levels than previously thought.

World Health Organization toughens its air quality standards in 16 years

The World Health Organization strengthened its air quality guidelines on Wednesday, saying air pollution was now one of the biggest environmental threats to human health, causing seven million premature deaths a year.

Air pollution kills 7 million people per year, estimates WHO;  issues new guidelines

32 Indonesians have won a lawsuit against their President Joko Widodo. A court in Jakarta has found Widodo & 7 other govt officials guilty of negligence over air pollution. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 32 Indonesians win lawsuit against Joko Widodo

In a first, a Jakarta court has ruled that the Indonesian government has failed to uphold citizens’ right to clean air. The landmark judgment has held the Indonesian government responsible for the smog that has been covering the blue skies of the city recently.

Right to breathe: Jakarta locals win battle against Indonesia government for clean air

According to a new study, being overweight is caused not just by a lack of exercise or a poor diet, but also by being exposed to excessive amounts of air pollution.

Air pollution can make children overweight, increase the risk of developing asthma

A group of scientists have claimed that more exposure to air pollution would directly lead to increased mental health issues. The research was conducted on nearly 13,000 people living in London.

Air pollution leads to increased mental illness and decreases intelligence: Study

After a drop last year, global greenhouse gas emissions will grow again this year and next year, putting 2023 on course to be the year with the greatest levels of carbon dioxide output in human history, according to the International Energy Agency.

Greenhouse gas emissions are on track to set a new record in 2023: IEA

NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) pollution has increased in all eight of India's most populated cities, according to Greenpeace India's satellite observation-based study. This study was a direct comparison of NO2 levels of April 2020 and April 2021, thus juxtaposing the total lockdown month with a partial normalcy month.

Indian cities witnessed spike in NO2 pollution between April 2020 and 2021: Report

Mission Sustainability: Population vs Planet- Biggest sustainability challenges climate change and air pollution.

Mission Sustainability: Population vs Planet | What are the biggest sustainability challenges?

A court in Jakarta is expected to deliver its verdict in a lawsuit that accuses the government of ignoring air pollution. WION's Palki Sharma tells you whether there is precedent for such lawsuits and what the residents are expecting from it.

Gravitas: Jakarta residents sue government over pollution

Fixing the blame for air pollution is not easy because multiple generations have contributed to it. So have neighbouring countries. But in Indonesia, the people are clear about who is responsible: Their government.

Indonesia: Citizens sue government over air pollution

In Cochabamba, west-central Bolivia, companies have teamed up to offer a completely green delivery service in one of South America's most polluted cities. Bolivian companies Quantium Motors, Targuet, QuraPlanet, and the Kangaroo Go app are working within a pollution-free delivery chain to become the first 100 percent green delivery service in the Andean country.

Goodbye pollution! Bolivian companies team up for fully eco-friendly deliveries

According to a research, the temporary rises in air pollution may impair memory and thinking in older men. The scientists found that the men’s cognitive performance fell following rises in air pollution during the month before testing, even when peak levels remained below safety thresholds for toxic air set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and national regulators.

Study finds air pollution spikes may impair older men’s thinking 

A new study sheds light on the prevalence of pollutants in Indian cities. According to the British study published in the journal called “Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics”, hidden air pollutants are increasing in Indian cities.

Hidden air pollutants rising in Indian cities like Delhi and Kanpur, study finds

A new study reveals that Air Pollution could drive children to mental Illness.

Gravitas: Air Pollution & Mental Health

Nepal is experiencing its worst fire season in almost a decade as huge blazes rage across the country's forests. Air quality in the capital Kathmandu was ranked as the worst in the world on Tuesday.

Nepal hit by worst wildfires in almost a year, govt shuts schools

Sweden is planning to charge air carriers more based on how much they contribute to pollution. The government said that airlines will have to pay more if their aircraft cause more pollution during takeoff and landing.

Sweden to increase airport fees for planes that cause pollution

According to a report on the world's air quality, India's capital is the most polluted capital city in the world. The report also states that the COVID-19 pandemic emerged as a major factor in reducing air pollution in 2020.

Report: New Delhi was most polluted capital in the world in 2020

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