A recently released report by IQAir highlights India's critical air pollution situation, with 13 of the world's 20 most polluted cities in the ... to pose significant health risks, reducing ...

The World Air Quality Report 2024 shows that Byrnihat, a small town in India, is the most polluted city in the world. Only 17% of global cities meet WHO's air pollution guidelines. Several Indian ...

According to UN reports, approximately 55 per cent of the global population lives in urban areas, but this percentage is expected to reach 68 per cent by 2050. Rapid urban growth surpasses effective ...

Chad, in central Africa, is the world’s most polluted country, while California has the worst air pollution in North America, according to an IQAir report.

The thick, contaminated air covering many Indian cities ... in India reduces life expectancy by about 5.2 years. Children, the elderly, and people with existing health issues are most at risk.

Thirteen of the world's top 20 most ... cities reported annual PM2.5 levels exceeding 10 times the WHO limit of 5 micrograms per cubic metre. Air pollution remains a serious health risk in India ...

A new report on air quality released on Tuesday has painted a grim picture for India as 13 of the world's top 20 most-polluted cities are within ... remains a serious health risk in India ...

India's pollution crisis extends beyond Byrnihat and Delhi, with 13 Indian cities making it to the list of the world's top 20 most polluted cities. These include: Byrnihat, Delhi, Punjab's ...

Thirteen of the world's 20 most polluted cities are in India ... is estimated to reduce life expectancy in India by 5.2 years, posing serious health risks. A Lancet Planetary Health study ...

Thirteen of the world's top 20 most polluted cities are in India ... Air pollution remains a serious health risk in India, reducing life expectancy by an estimated 5.2 years.

and limited green spaces. These challenges contribute to significant health risks, including increased mortality rates for city dwellers. However, with strategic urban planning and sustainable ...