News for 'air quality'

No mechanical or maintenance issue in crash report: AI CEO

No mechanical or maintenance issue in crash report: AI CEO

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson addresses the preliminary report on the Ahmedabad plane crash, stating no mechanical or maintenance issues were found with the aircraft. He urges against premature conclusions as the investigation continues.

'Money Is Not A Problem For Me'

'Money Is Not A Problem For Me'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'I can sanction projects worth Rs 20 trillion annually as of today.' 'But my system is only capable of executing projects worth Rs 3 trillion to Rs 4 trillion.'

Delhi's air 'very poor' on morning after Diwali but better than previous yrs

Delhi's air 'very poor' on morning after Diwali but better than previous yrs

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

According to forecasting agencies, the city is set to record its best air quality for the day after Diwali since 2015 on Tuesday.

Gaganyaan To Head To Space In Early 2027

Gaganyaan To Head To Space In Early 2027

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

The Human-rated LVM3 vehicle, the Crew Escape System and the Crew Module and Service Module are all in final stages of testing and integration.

Delhi puts off odd-even car rationing scheme

Delhi puts off odd-even car rationing scheme

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Friday said the odd-even car rationing scheme will not be implemented from November 13 to November 20 as there has been a significant improvement in the national capital's air quality due to rain.

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Harry Brook, the English middle-order batter, faced criticism after being dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy for the second consecutive time in the ongoing T20I series against India.

Air India-Vistara Merger: What You Must Know

Air India-Vistara Merger: What You Must Know

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

From November 12, Vistara aircraft will be operated under Air India's banner, identifiable by a special four-digit flight code beginning with '2'. For example, flight UK 955 will become AI 2955, making it easier for customers to recognise when booking on airindia.com after this date.

Why Chase The Black Box?

Why Chase The Black Box?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Why not stream all the data in real time to multiple recipients? It would make the investigation of aviation incidents much easier and far more transparent, recommends Devangshu Datta.

World Cup: No fireworks display in Delhi, Mumbai

World Cup: No fireworks display in Delhi, Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

BCCI banned the display of fireworks during the World Cup games in Delhi and Mumbai due to worsening air quality.

Inhalers to the rescue as England players battle pollution in India

Inhalers to the rescue as England players battle pollution in India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'Whether it was air quality or what, it was definitely an experience I've not had before.'

AQI Spike Triggers Health Crisis

AQI Spike Triggers Health Crisis

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'Many of these patients arrive at emergency departments in distress, struggling to breathe and requiring immediate medical intervention.'

CAFA Nations: India ready for tricky Afghan challenge

CAFA Nations: India ready for tricky Afghan challenge

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

India eye victory against Afghanistan in push for CAFA Nations Cup play-offs

Why Oman won't fear Suryakumar Yadav in Asia Cup

Why Oman won't fear Suryakumar Yadav in Asia Cup

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

What would be Oman's plan for Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav when they play the T20 world champions in Asia Cup on September 19?

The issue that Manchester United need to fix...

The issue that Manchester United need to fix...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Neville said that within next week or two, Manchester United will have to "magic up a bit more money" or bring someone on loan.

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Admirer of Tendulkar, inspired by Pandya, UAE's Alishan Sharafu ready for India challenge in Asia Cup

'The door is always open for Chhetri'

'The door is always open for Chhetri'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Newly appointed India head coach Khalid Jamil on Sunday cleared the air about the leaving out of talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri from the CAFA Nations Cup national camp, saying it was just a preparatory tournament for the crucial Asian Cup qualifying round matches in October.

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: No relief likely till Sunday

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: No relief likely till Sunday

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

The minimum temperature in the capital dropped to 9.6 degrees Celsius, three notches below normal and the lowest this season so far. The maximum is likely to settle around 27 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department said.

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

With Delhi recording air pollution levels seven to eight times above safe standards on Monday, the city government announced the return of its flagship odd-even scheme after four years anticipating further deterioration of air quality post-Diwali.

Is ethanol-blended petrol damaging your vehicle? Govt says...

Is ethanol-blended petrol damaging your vehicle? Govt says...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The ministry stated that for vehicles designed for E10 and calibrated for E20, mileage may drop by just 1-2 per cent, while in other vehicles, it could be around 3-6 per cent.

HAL head responds after IAF chief flags Tejas delivery delay

HAL head responds after IAF chief flags Tejas delivery delay

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

The slippage in the delivery schedule for the LCA Mk-1A variant of the jet had become a major issue with Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh raising the matter publicly.

How To Eat Right This Ganeshotsav

How To Eat Right This Ganeshotsav

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Health experts caution that excessive indulgence in sweets during the festive season can lead to bloating, indigestion and acidity and can also trigger underlying symptoms of health issues for people who are overweight.

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The foremost lesson for India today is to beef up its air defence to cater for multiple drone attacks. As seen in Operation Sindoor, we have come a long way, but there's room for getting better. We must develop a robust and almost impregnable air cover over ourselves, asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Golden hat-trick for Suruchi at ISSF World Cup

Golden hat-trick for Suruchi at ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Indian shooting's latest golden girl Suruchi Singh dominated a quality field to win her third straight individual ISSF World Cup gold medal with her triumph in the women's 10m air pistol final, in Munich on Friday.

Air India Delhi-New York flyer finds cockroach in food

Air India Delhi-New York flyer finds cockroach in food

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

An Air India passenger has complained of finding a cockroach in an omelette served onboard the flight from the national capital to New York, with the airline saying the matter has been taken up with the catering service provider for further investigation.

Coronavirus lockdown leads to lower air pollution levels

Coronavirus lockdown leads to lower air pollution levels

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

The nationwide 'Janta Curfew' followed by the 21-day lockdown to combat the coronavirus outbreak have led to a significant reduction in pollution in the country, with 91 cities recording air quality in the 'good' and 'satisfactory' category on March 29, a Central Pollution Control Board report has stated. Travel restrictions and the closure of industries have helped reduce the pollution level, it said.

'You Can Hear Her Parents Cry Bitterly In The Night'

'You Can Hear Her Parents Cry Bitterly In The Night'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'They are in a very bad state. They have to be forced into eating.'

'We Were There At Every Crew Funeral': AI CEO

'We Were There At Every Crew Funeral': AI CEO

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

'We will continue supporting those affected long after the work in Ahmedabad is done.'

Elavenil, Bhaker and debutants target Munich World Cup medals

Elavenil, Bhaker and debutants target Munich World Cup medals

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Two-time medallist Elavenil Valarivan will fancy her chances on the first competition day of ISSF World Cup in Munich on Tuesday

The Taj Mahal vanishes!

The Taj Mahal vanishes!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The Taj Mahal in Agra was engulfed in a layer of haze on Monday morning amid the rise in air pollution levels, with tourists unable to believe their eyes.

'Situation not ideal': Rohit on alarming pollution level

'Situation not ideal': Rohit on alarming pollution level

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

India captain Rohit Sharma expressed deep concerns about the vitiated air quality in Indian cities.

High AQI: 'Urgent traffic decongestion is a must'

High AQI: 'Urgent traffic decongestion is a must'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

'If we don't control the additional pollutants that come from various human activities then, the pollution level will not come down.'

Delhi's Pollution Nightmare!

Delhi's Pollution Nightmare!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Clean air needs action all year round; and that it will work only if we act jointly and at scale, asserts Sunita Narain.

Air pollution spreads Covid faster, govt officials tell Parl panel

Air pollution spreads Covid faster, govt officials tell Parl panel

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Air pollution may lead to a faster spread of Covid-19 infection as it causes coughing and sneezing, government officials told a parliamentary panel on Friday, according to sources.

No podium for India! Manu Bhaker, Singh miss out in finals

No podium for India! Manu Bhaker, Singh miss out in finals

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Double Olympic bronze-medallist shooter Bhaker finished sixth in 25m pistol after entering the eight-shooter final placed fifth with an aggregate 'precision' and 'rapid fire' score of 588.

PIX: Liverpool pip Arsenal; Brighton stun Man City

PIX: Liverpool pip Arsenal; Brighton stun Man City

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai struck the first telling blow in the Premier League title race with a dazzling free kick late on giving his side a 1-0 victory over rivals Arsenal.

Delhi squanders rain gain, Diwali pollution up by 45%

Delhi squanders rain gain, Diwali pollution up by 45%

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Squandering the relief due to rain, Delhi recorded a jump in pollution levels and a smoky haze returned on Monday morning after residents flouted the ban on firecrackers on Diwali night.

How fire forced US women's soccer camp to Miami

How fire forced US women's soccer camp to Miami

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

A training camp for the U.S. women's national team has been moved from Los Angeles to Miami due to the wildfires that have devastated Southern California, U.S. Soccer said on Friday.

MBA Or UPSC: Which Is Better For Career?

MBA Or UPSC: Which Is Better For Career?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

rediffGURU Patrick D'souza helps you pick the right management course and business college.

Has Karun Nair played his last Test for India?

Has Karun Nair played his last Test for India?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

It took eight years for Karun Nair to don India jersey again but 25 days into his second coming in Test cricket, the Karnataka batter could well have played his last international game

See The Camels Dance

See The Camels Dance

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

It was a competition and each camel performed to the best of their ability, delighting the crowd.