#Pollution Levels in Delhi

[sagar-jaybhay]

Increase in Pollution Levels in Delhi Due To Firecrackers

New Post has been published on https://majornewshub.com/increase-in-pollution-levels-in-delhi-due-to-firecrackers/

Increase in Pollution Levels in Delhi Due To Firecrackers

दीपावली के बाद पटाखों से दिल्ली में प्रदूषण का स्तर बढ़ा

रविवार की देर रात तक पटाखे फोड़ने से दिल्ली में प्रदूषण का स्तर काफी बढ़ गया है। दिवाली की रात पटाखों पर प्रतिबंध के बावजूद, निवासियों ने नियमों को तोड़ा, जिसके परिणामस्वरूप सोमवार सुबह धुंध भरा धुआँ और हवा की गुणवत्ता में गिरावट आई।

Pollution Levels in Delhi

दिवाली के दिन, शहर ने शुरू में आठ वर्षों में अपनी सर्वश्रेष्ठ हवा की गुणवत्ता देखी थी, 24 घंटे का औसत वायु गुणवत्ता सूचकांक (AQI) शाम 4 बजे 218 था। हालांकि, पटाखों के लगातार फटने से प्रदूषण के स्तर में तेज वृद्धि हुई।

सुबह 7 बजे तक, AQI 275 तक पहुंच गया था, “खराब श्रेणी” में गिर गया। शादीपुर, अयानगर, लोधी रोड, पूसा और जहांगीरपुरी सहित कुछ क्षेत्रों में AQI 308 से 355 तक होने से “बहुत खराब” श्रेणी में प्रवेश किया गया।

PM2.5 के रूप में ज्ञात ठीक पार्टिकुलेट मैटर, जो श्वसन प्रणाली में गहराई से प्रवेश कर सकता है और स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं को ट्रिगर कर सकता है, इन क्षेत्रों में सुरक्षित सीमा 60 माइक्रोग्राम प्रति घन मीटर से छह से सात गुना अधिक हो गई।

देर रात पटाखे फोड़ने के कारण ओखला और जहांगीरपुरी सहित विभिन्न स्थानों पर PM2.5 की सांद्रता सुबह के शुरुआती घंटों में 1,000 माइक्रोग्राम प्रति घन मीटर से अधिक हो गई।

केंद्रीय प्रदूषण नियंत्रण बोर्ड के आंकड़ों के अनुसार, तुलनात्मक रूप से, दिल्ली में AQI पिछले वर्ष दिवाली पर 312, 2021 में 382, 2020 में 414, 2019 में 337, 2018 में 281, 2017 में 319 और 2016 में 431 दर्ज किया गया था।

दिवाली के एक दिन बाद AQI 2015 में 360 से 2021 में 462 और 2022 में 303 तक रहा है। AQI श्रेणियां “अच्छी” (0-50) से “गंभीर प्लस” (450 से ऊपर) तक होती हैं।

दिल्ली के निवासियों ने सप्ताह के अंत में साफ आसमान और भरपूर धूप का आनंद लिया क्योंकि दिवाली के ठीक पहले हवा की गुणवत्ता में काफी सुधार हुआ था। इस सुधार का श्रेय शुक्रवार को हुई रुक-रुक कर बारिश और प्रदूषक फैलाव के लिए अनुकूल हवा की स्थिति को दिया जाता है।

28 अक्टूबर से शुरू होकर, शहर ने दो सप्ताह तक बहुत खराब से गंभीर हवा की गुणवत्ता का अनुभव किया था, इस अवधि के दौरान राष्ट्रीय राजधानी के ऊपर एक धुंधला धुंध छा गया था।

पिछले तीन वर्षों से, दिल्ली ने दिवाली के दौरान शहर के भीतर पटाखों के निर्माण, भंडारण, बिक्री और उपयोग पर व्यापक प्रतिबंध लगाया है। पिछले साल, पराली जलाने में कमी, देर से बारिश, अनुकूल मौसम की स्थिति और एक प्रारंभिक दिवाली ने शहर को त्योहार के बाद गंभीर वायु प्रदूषण का अनुभव करने से रोका।

एक संख्यात्मक मॉडल-आधारित ढांचा, निर्णय समर्थन प्रणाली, ने अनुमान लगाया कि पड़ोसी राज्यों, विशेष रूप से पंजाब और हरियाणा में पराली जलाने से रविवार को दिल्ली में PM2.5 प्रदूषण.

Read Gold Price Rate Today

[gujjukathiyawadi]

पूर्वानुमान से पहले ही दिल्ली-NCR की हवा जहरीली... ग्रैप के नियम लागू, जानें क्या-क्या होंगी आज से पाबंदियां

पूर्वानुमान से पहले ही दिल्ली-NCR की हवा जहरीली… ग्रैप के नियम लागू, जानें क्या-क्या होंगी आज से पाबंदियां

हाइलाइट्स हवा धीमी होने की वजह से प्रदूषण खराब कैटिगरी में पहुंचा प्रदूषण बिना किसी पूर्वानुमान के खराब स्थिति में पहुंच गया ग्रैप के नियम लागू, कई चीजों पर लागू होंगी पाबंदिया नई दिल्ली: ग्रैप (ग्रेडेड रेस्पॉन्स एक्शन प्लान) के लिए इस बार पूर्वानुमान अहम है, लेकिन ग्रैप लागू होने के बाद प्रदूषण बिना किसी पूर्वानुमान के खराब स्थिति में पहुंच गया। प्रदूषण के खराब होने के साथ ही बुधवार को…

[thoughtportal]

Canadian wildfire smoke moving through the Great Lakes region has greatly impacted air quality for Metro Detroit residents.

According to IQAir’s air quality index, which ranks the worst and best air quality around the world, Detroit has the second worst air quality as of Wednesday morning, with New York in third place.

Delhi, India was the only city ranked higher than Detroit and New York. An Air Quality Alert was issued for all of SE Michigan.

Smoke from Canada’s wildfires has been moving into the United States since last month. The most recent fires near Quebec have been burning for at least several days.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said hazy skies, reduced visibility and the odor of burning wood are likely, and that the smoke will linger for a few days in northern states.

Exposure to elevated fine particle pollution levels can affect the lungs and heart.

It’s a good time to put off that yard work and outdoor exercise. If you go out, consider wearing an N95 mask to reduce your exposure to pollutants.

Stay inside, keeping your doors, windows and fireplaces shut. It’s recommended that you run the air conditioning on a recirculation setting.

[mikeo56]

Princeton, N.J. — As I write this, the sun is a hazy reddish orange orb. The sky is an inky yellowish gray. The air has an acrid stench and leaves a faint metallic taste in my mouth. After 20 minutes outside, my head starts to ache, my nose burns, my eyes itch and my breathing becomes more labored. Streets are deserted. The ubiquitous lawn service companies with their machine mowers and whining gas-powered leaf blowers have disappeared, along with pedestrians, cyclists and joggers. Those who walk their dog go out briefly and then scamper back inside. N95 masks, as in the early days of the pandemic, are sold out, along with air purifiers. The international airports at Newark and Philadelphia have delayed or canceled flights.

I feel as if I am in a ghost town. Windows shut. Air conditioners on full blast. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is checked and rechecked. We are hovering around 300. The most polluted cities in the world have half that rate. Dubai (168). Delhi (164). Anything above 300 is classified as hazardous.

When will the hundreds of forest fires burning north of us in Canada — fires that have already consumed 10.9 million acres and driven 120,000 people from their homes — be extinguished? What does this portend? The wildfire season is only beginning. When will the air clear? A few days? A few weeks? 

What do you tell a terminal patient seeking relief? Yes, this period of distress may pass, but it’s not over. It will get worse. There will be more highs and lows and then mostly lows, and then death. But no one wants to look that far ahead. We live moment to moment, illusion to illusion. And when the skies clear we pretend that normality will return. Except it won’t. Climate science is unequivocal. It has been for decades. The projections and graphs, the warming of the oceans and the atmosphere, the melting of polar ice sheets and glaciers, rising sea levels, droughts and wildfires and monster hurricanes are already bearing down with a terrible and mounting fury on our species, and most other species, because of the hubris and folly of the human race. 

The worse it gets the more we retreat into fantasy. The law will solve it. The market will solve it. Technology will solve it. We will adapt. Or, for those who find solace in denial of a reality-based belief system, the climate crisis does not exist. The earth has always been like this. And besides, Jesus will save us. Those who warn of the looming mass extinction are dismissed as hysterics, Cassandras, pessimists. It can’t be that catastrophic.

At the inception of every war I covered, most people were unable to cope with the nightmare that was about to engulf them. Signs of disintegration surrounded them. Shootings. Kidnappings. The bifurcation of polarized extremes into antagonistic armed groups or militias. Hate speech. Political paralysis. Apocalyptic rhetoric. The breakdown of social services. Food shortages. Circumscribed daily existence. But the fragility of society is too emotionally fraught for most of us to accept. We endow the institutions and structures around us with an eternal permanence.

“Things whose existence is not morally comprehensible cannot exist,” Primo Levi, who survived the Auschwitz concentration camp, observed. 

I would return at night to Pristina in Kosovo after having been stopped by Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) rebels a few miles outside the capital. But when I described my experiences to my Kosovar Albanian friends — highly educated and multilingual — they dismissed them. “Those are Serbs dressed up like rebels to justify Serb repression,” they answered. They did not grasp they were at war until Serb paramilitary forces rounded them up at gunpoint, herded them into boxcars and shipped them off to Macedonia.

Complex civilizations eventually destroy themselves. Joseph Tainter in “The Collapse of Complex Societies,” Charles L. Redman in “Human Impact on Ancient Environments,” Jared Diamond in “Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed” and Ronald Wright in “A Short History of Progress,” detail the familiar patterns that lead to catastrophic collapse. We are no different, although this time we will all go down together. The entire planet. Those in the Global South who are least responsible for the climate emergency, will suffer first. They are already fighting existential battles to survive. Our turn will come. We in the Global North may hold out for a bit longer, but only a bit. The billionaire class is preparing its escape. The worse it gets, the stronger will be our temptation to deny the reality facing us, to lash out at climate refugees, which is already happening in Europe and along our border with Mexico, as if they are the problem. 

Wright, who calls industrial society “a suicide machine,” writes: 

Civilization is an experiment, a very recent way of life in the human career, and it has a habit of walking into what I am calling progress traps. A small village on good land beside a river is a good idea; but when the village grows into a city and paves over the good land, it becomes a bad idea. While prevention might have been easy, a cure may be impossible: a city isn’t easily moved. This human inability to foresee — or to watch out for — long-range consequences may be inherent to our kind, shaped by the millions of years when we lived from hand to mouth by hunting and gathering. It may also be little more than a mix of inertia, greed, and foolishness encouraged by the shape of the social pyramid. The concentration of power at the top of large-scale societies gives the elite a vested interest in the status quo; they continue to prosper in darkening times long after the environment and general populace begin to suffer.

We will frantically construct climate fortresses, like the great walled cities at the end of the Bronze Age before its societal collapse, a collapse so severe that not only did these cities fall into ruin, but writing itself in many places disappeared. Maybe a few of our species will linger on for a while. Or maybe rats will take over the planet and evolve into some new life form. One thing is certain. The planet will survive. It has experienced mass extinctions before. This one is unique only because our species engineered it. Intelligent life is not so intelligent. Maybe this is why, with all those billions of planets, we have not discovered an evolved species. Maybe evolution has built within it its own death sentence.

I accept this intellectually. I don’t accept it emotionally any more than I accept my own death. Yes, I know our species is almost certainly doomed — but notice, I say almost. Yes, I know I am mortal. Most of my life has already been lived. But death is hard to digest until the final moments of existence, and even then, many cannot face it. We are composed of the rational and the irrational. In moments of extreme distress we embrace magical thinking. We become the easy prey of con-artists, cult leaders, charlatans and demagogues who tell us what we want to hear. 

Disintegrating societies are susceptible to crisis cults that promise a return to a golden age. The Christian Right has many of the characteristics of a crisis cult. Native Americans, ravaged by genocide, the slaughter of the buffalo herds, the theft of their land and incarcerated in prisoner-of-war camps, clung desperately to the Ghost Dance. The Ghost Dance promised to drive away the white invaders and resurrect the warriors and buffalo herds. Instead, followers were mowed down by the U.S. Army with Hotchkiss MI875 mountain guns.

We must do everything in our power to halt carbon emissions. We must face the truth that the ruling corporate elites in the industrialized world will never extract us from fossil fuels. Only if these corporatists are overthrown — as proposed by groups such as Extinction Rebellion — and radical and immediate measures are taken to end the consumption of fossil fuel, as well as curtail the animal agriculture industry, will we be able to mitigate some of the worst effects of ecocide. But I don’t see this as likely, especially given the sophisticated forms of control and surveillance the global oligarchs have at their disposal.

The awful truth is that even if we halt all carbon emissions today there is so much warming locked into the oceans deep muddy floor and the atmosphere, that feedback loops will ensure climate catastrophe. Summer Arctic sea ice, which reflects 90 percent of solar radiation that comes into contact with it, will disappear. The Earth’s surface will absorb more radiation. The greenhouse effect will be amplified. Global warming will accelerate, melting the Siberian permafrost and disintegrating the Greenland ice sheet. 

Melting ice in Greenland and Antarctica “has increased fivefold since the 1990s, and now accounts for a quarter of sea-level rise,” according to a recent report funded by NASA and the European Space Agency. Continued sea level rise, the rate of which has doubled over three decades according to the World Meteorological Organization, is inevitable. Tropical rainforests will burn. Boreal forests will move northward. These and other feedback loops are already built into the ecosystem. We cannot stop them. Climate chaos, including elevated temperatures, will last for centuries. 

The hardest existential crisis we face is to at once accept this bleak reality and resist. Resistance cannot be carried out because it will succeed, but because it is a moral imperative, especially for those of us who have children. We may fail, but if we do not fight against the forces that are orchestrating our mass extinction, we become part of the apparatus of death.

Stop, stop, stop believing America is great. It isn't.

[kp777]

By Jake Johnson

Common Dreams

Sept. 5, 2023

"The accumulation of extreme wealth by the world's richest individuals has become an economic, ecological, and human rights disaster."

Hundreds of economists, wealthy individuals, and elected officials from around the world called on the leaders of G20 nations to help tackle runaway inequality by collectively raising taxes on the global rich, who saw their fortunes explode during the deadly coronavirus pandemic.

In an open letter to G20 leaders as they prepared to convene in New Delhi, India this weekend for their annual summit, U.S. Sen Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) joined economist Jayati Ghosh, Patriotic Millionaires chair Morris Pearl, philanthropist Abigail Disney, and more than 300 others in declaring that "we cannot allow extreme wealth to continue corroding our collective future."

"Decades of falling taxes on the richest, based on the false promise that the wealth at the top would somehow benefit us all, has contributed to the rise in extreme inequality," the Tuesday letter states. "Our political choices allow ultra-wealthy individuals to continue to use tax shelters and enjoy preferential treatment to the extent that, in most countries in the world, they pay lower tax rates than ordinary people."

"At the same time, the world has seldom had more need for the richest to pay," the letter continues, noting that global extreme poverty rose in 2020 for the first time in more than two decades as Covid-19 threw the world into economic chaos.

That same year, billionaire wealth surged to a new high. Between March 2020 and November 2022, global billionaires collectively added $1.5 trillion to their fortunes, capturing nearly two-thirds of all new wealth.

Meanwhile, according to a recent United Nations report, around 165 million people were thrown into poverty during the pandemic.

"The growing gap between rich and poor has destabilized the global economy, exacerbated the rise of extremist politics, and frayed the very fabric of our social order," said Pearl, the former managing director of the investment giant BlackRock. "As an ultra-wealthy person, representing an organization of like-minded wealthy people, I am asking the G20 to tax us."

Pearl warned that if G20 nations don't "tax extreme wealth, the results will be a perpetually weakened global economy, the decline of democratic institutions, and worsening social unrest. The G20 must act."

The billionaire wealth surge has continued in 2023, with the world's 500 richest people adding more than $850 billion to their combined wealth in the first half of the year.

The new open letter argues that a coordinated G20 agreement imposing wealth taxes on ultra-rich individuals "would shrink dangerous levels of inequality while also allowing leaders to raise vital funds to tackle the multiple challenges facing our world."

"This will not be easy, but it will be worth it," the letter reads. "Much work has already been done. There is an abundance of policy proposals on wealth taxation from some of the world's leading economists. The public wants it. We want it. Now all that's missing is the political will to deliver it. It's time for you to find it."

Oxfam International estimates the average tax rate on the wealthiest individuals in rich countries has fallen from 58% to 42% since 1980, accelerating the rise of economic inequality. Over just the past decade, the combined wealth of global billionaires has more than doubled, growing from $5.6 trillion to nearly $12 trillion.

Billionaires' accumulation of vast wealth is also destructive to the planet. An Oxfam report released last year estimated that a billionaire is responsible for a million times more planet-warming greenhouse gas pollution than the average person.

"The accumulation of extreme wealth by the world's richest individuals has become an economic, ecological, and human rights disaster, threatening political stability in countries all over the world," the open letter reads. "Such steep levels of inequality undermine the strength of virtually every one of our global systems, and must be addressed head-on."

Our work is licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0). Feel free to republish and share widely.

[csrmagnovite24]

Singhania Group flow for sustainability‼️

As the Delhi assembly elections of 2020 drew near, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal made a resolute promise to the public: to restore the Yamuna River to a state where it would be safe for swimming by the year 2025. Yet, as the deadline approaches, the grim reality of the river's pollution persists. Recent data from environmental agencies paints a stark picture - pollution levels in the Yamuna River have surged by a troubling 25% over the past year alone. The untreated effluents discharged by industries emerge as a significant contributor to this alarming trend. Furthermore, public awareness and concern regarding environmental issues have surged, with a notable 78% of individuals expressing a preference for supporting environmentally responsible companies.

In the midst of these environmental challenges, the Pollution Control Board (PCB) intervened, delivering a damning public notice against the Singhania Group. The accusation was severe - the group was accused of discharging an alarming 62% of untreated effluent into the already beleaguered Yamuna. This revelation cast a shadow over the reputation of the Singhania Group, a textile manufacturer with a distinguished three-decade legacy. The timing of this accusation couldn't have been more detrimental as the promising future suddenly seems uncertain for the company as share prices take a dramatic plunge in the wake of recent accusations. This unfortunate timing, just as optimism reigned, casts a long shadow over their previously rosy outlook.

The fallout triggered a domino effect, eroding investor trust and confidence. With scepticism about the company's leadership and practices rising, investors are pulling back, sending share prices spiralling downwards. Heightened media attention and public speculation further amplify the negative sentiment, compounding the downward trend.

This situation underscores profound questions about environmental responsibility, corporate ethics, and the integrity of political promises. While the actions of the PCB may appear justifiable in their mission to safeguard the Yamuna, the timing raises legitimate concerns about potential political motivations. Conversely, the Singhania Group finds itself grappling with the consequences of potential negligence in effluent treatment, underscoring the critical importance of responsible industrial practices.

In response to these challenges, the Singhania Group must embark on a concerted outreach campaign aimed at showcasing their ongoing efforts to address environmental concerns. Transparency, coupled with robust community engagement initiatives and tangible sustainability measures, will be key in demonstrating the group's unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. By aligning their corporate interests with the broader goals of societal and environmental well-being, the Singhania Group can chart a course towards a more sustainable and socially responsible future, thereby regaining the trust and confidence of the public.

TASK AT HAND

As the Singhania Group's CSR head,

1) develop a CSR campaign to restore the company's reputation

2) an investment portfolio that prioritises sustainable solutions.

3) Make a website to promote the company's CSR actions and increase transparency.

DELIVERABLES

PPT of not more than 7 slides

A website

[warningsine]

NEW DELHI, Nov 3 (Reuters) - India's capital New Delhi was wrapped in a thick layer of toxic haze on Friday and some schools were ordered closed as the air quality index (AQI) plummeted to the "severe" category.New Delhi again topped a real-time list of the world's most polluted cities compiled by Swiss group IQAir, which put the Indian capital's AQI at 640 in the "hazardous" category on Friday, followed by 335 in the Pakistani city of Lahore.Regional officials said a seasonal combination of lower temperatures, a lack of wind and crop stubble burning in neighbouring farm states had caused a spike in air pollutants.Many of New Delhi's 20 million residents complained of irritation in the eyes and itchy throats with the air turning a dense grey as the AQI hovered around 480 in some monitoring stations.An AQI of 0-50 is considered good while anything between 400-500 affects healthy people and is a danger to those with existing diseases."In my last 24 hours duty, I saw babies coughing, children coming with distress and rapid breathing," Aheed Khan, a Delhi-based doctor, said on social media platform X.There were fewer people in the city's parks such as Lodhi Garden and India Gate, popular with joggers.Residents snapped up air purifiers. One service centre for the appliances said there was a shortage of new filters and fresh stocks were expected on Monday.

Officials said they saw no immediate improvement in the air quality.

"This pollution level is here to stay for the next two to three weeks, aggravated by incidents of stubble burning, slow wind speed and cooling temperatures," said Ashwani Kumar, chairman of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee.

Farmers in the northern states of Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh typically burn crop waste after harvesting in October to clear their fields before sowing winter crops a few weeks later.

This year, attention on the worsening air quality has cast a shadow over the cricket World Cup hosted by India, with financial capital Mumbai also suffering from a spike in pollution levels.

Delhi hosts a World Cup match on Monday between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

A concentration of toxic PM2.5 particles, which are less than 2.5 microns in diameter and can cause deadly illness, was 53.4 times the World Health Organization's annual air quality guideline value in New Delhi on Friday, according to IQAir.

While junior schools in the capital were ordered shut for Friday and Saturday, they were open in the suburbs and children boarding school buses were forced to wear masks that had been put away since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Poor air quality also caused respiratory problems, irritation in the eyes and restlessness in pet animals.

"Breathing trouble can develop into pneumonia or other ailments in younger animals. If possible, avoid taking pets out on morning walks for a few days till the air improves," said Prabhat Gangwar, a veterinarian at animal welfare NGO Friendicoes.

[windlassrivervalley]

Dehradun: An Ideal Destination for NRI’s Seeking Tranquility and Opportunity

Dehradun, the capital city of Uttarakhand, India, has gained popularity in recent years as an ideal destination for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) seeking a blend of tranquility and opportunity. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, this picturesque city offers NRIs a unique combination of natural beauty, a peaceful lifestyle, and burgeoning opportunities in various sectors. In this blog, we will explore the reasons why Dehradun has become a top choice for NRIs looking to reconnect with their roots or explore new horizons.

Buy apartments in Dehradun

Natural Beauty

One of the primary reasons NRIs are drawn to Dehradun is its breathtaking natural beauty. Surrounded by lush green hills, the city offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life. The salubrious climate, abundant greenery, and proximity to hill stations like Mussoorie make Dehradun an ideal place to reconnect with nature and lead a healthier lifestyle.

Quality of Life

Dehradun boasts a high quality of life that appeals to NRIs looking for a change of pace. The city is known for its clean air, low pollution levels, and a sense of security that is often missing in larger cities. The presence of excellent schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational activities further enhance the overall quality of life in Dehradun.

Education Hub

For NRIs with children, Dehradun offers an array of renowned educational institutions, including prestigious boarding schools and colleges. These institutions provide a world-class education that is on par with international standards. The emphasis on holistic development and character-building in these schools is a significant draw for many NRIs.

Thriving Real Estate Market

The real estate market in Dehradun is flourishing, making it a promising investment opportunity for NRIs. The city offers a variety of residential options, from apartments to luxurious villas, at competitive prices. The potential for property appreciation and rental income makes Dehradun an attractive destination for investment.

Business Opportunities

Dehradun’s strategic location and growing economy present ample business opportunities for NRIs looking to invest or start their ventures. The city is home to various industries, including information technology, pharmaceuticals, and tourism. The Uttarakhand government’s investor-friendly policies further encourage entrepreneurial endeavors.

Better ROI

Property prices in Dehradun have experienced a notable surge in recent years. A recent survey indicates that Dehradun’s real estate market is poised for substantial growth, with prices expected to keep ascending in the foreseeable future. NRIs have even ranked it as the fifth most desirable destination for real estate investments. Consequently, the potential for substantial returns on investments in Dehradun is exceptionally promising. Thus, investing in Dehradun stands as a secure and highly profitable choice for all investors.

To Invest in upcoming projects in Dehradun.

Connectivity

Dehradun’s connectivity is continually improving, making it easier for NRIs to stay connected with the rest of the world. The city has an airport with regular domestic flights, and it is well-connected to major cities like Delhi and Chandigarh through road and rail networks. This accessibility ensures that NRIs can easily travel to and from Dehradun when needed.

Conclusion

Dehradun’s serene surroundings, high quality of life, educational institutions, business prospects, and cultural richness make it an ideal destination for NRIs seeking a balance between tranquility and opportunity. Whether you are looking to invest, raise a family, or simply reconnect with your roots, Dehradun welcomes you with open arms. As this charming city continues to evolve and grow, it is poised to become an even more attractive destination for NRIs in the years to come.

Book Your Dream Home Now

[neevkothari]

How Delhi, India can be a more sustainable community in terms of Affordable and clean energy?

Delhi is a city of over 33 million people. It is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. The city's infrastructure is struggling to meet the needs of its growing population. In order to build a more sustainable community, we need to address some of the unsustainable practices that are currently in place.

One of the biggest problems in Delhi is its reliance on non-renewable energy sources. The city's appetite for power is growing at an alarming rate, and most of this power is coming from coal and oil. This is not only bad for the environment, but it is also contributing to air pollution levels that are dangerously high.

To make Delhi more sustainable, we need to transition to renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro power. The government has already started to take some steps in this direction, such as installing solar panels on public buildings and incentivizing the use of electric vehicles. However, we need to do more to encourage the widespread adoption of renewable energy.

Another unsustainable practice in Delhi is the overuse of private vehicles. The city's streets are clogged with cars and motorbikes, which contribute to air pollution and traffic congestion. The government needs to invest in public transportation infrastructure, such as buses and metro trains, to make it easier for people to get around without using their cars. This would not only improve air quality, but it would also reduce traffic congestion and make the city more livable.

The waste management system in Delhi is also a major problem. The city generates over 10,000 tons of waste every day, most of which ends up in landfills. The government needs to enforce stricter waste management practices, such as waste segregation at the source, composting, and recycling. This would not only reduce the amount of waste going to landfills, but it would also create jobs in the waste management sector.

Water scarcity is another major challenge facing Delhi. The city relies heavily on groundwater, which is being depleted at an alarming rate. The government needs to invest in rainwater harvesting and other water conservation measures to ensure that the city has enough water for its residents.

In conclusion, there are many things that need to be done to make Delhi a more sustainable community. The government needs to invest in affordable and clean energy sources, public transportation infrastructure, waste management, and water conservation. The public also needs to be educated about the importance of sustainability and encouraged to adopt sustainable habits in their daily lives. By working together, we can make Delhi a more sustainable city that is better for the environment and its residents.

[cyarskj52]

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Neighborhood Talk (@theneighborhoodtalk)

theneighborhoodtalk TNHT Intern: @breyonnabryant

_____________________________________________________

Neighbors, it appears there has been an air quality alert sent out in New York due to smoke from wildfires in Canada lingering over into the city. City officials are urging New Yorkers with heart or breathing issues to limit outdoor activities.

_____________________________________________________

There are currently 150 wildfires happening in east central Canada (Quebec) with 110 of them being deemed out of control. The forest fires began emerging a little over a month ago. Pictures and videos of bridges and buildings throughout the city surrounded in an orange-like haze are beginning to trend on social media platforms as the air quality index reached a 342 compared to its usual 100 index.

_____________________________________________________

New York has been listed as the most polluted state of any other major world city this past Wednesday as the air continues to get worse. Weather sources are now comparing the levels of air quality to that of India and New Delhi.

_____________________________________________________

As of right now, New York will reportedly continue under an Air Quality Health Advisory until Thursday morning due to wind patterns pushing the smoke further towards the city. Fox weather meteorologist Stephen McCloud tells us the city should start to see improvement in the air by Sunday night.

Sending love to the citizens of nyc, Canada, northeast and other parts of the country that are affected by this air pollution crisis.

[continuations]

India Impressions (2023)

I just returned from a week-long trip to India. Most of this trip was meeting entrepreneurs and investors centered around spending time with the team from Bolt in Bangalore (a USV portfolio company). This was my second time in India, following a family vacation in 2015. Here are some observations from my visit:

First, the mood in the country feels optimistic and assertive. People I spoke to, not just from the tech ecosystem, but also drivers, tour guides, waiters, students, and professors, all seemed excited and energized. There was a distinct sense of India emerging as a global powerhouse that has the potential to rival China. As it turns out quite a few government policies are aimed at protecting Indian industrial growth and separating it from China (including the recent ban on TikTok and other Chinese apps). Also, if you haven't seen it yet, I recommend watching the movie RRR. It is a "muscular" embodiment of the spirit that I encountered that based on my admittedly unscientific polling was much liked by younger people there (and hardly watched by older ones).

Second, air pollution in Delhi was as bad as I remembered it and in Mumbai way worse. Mumbai now appears to be on par with Delhi. For example, here is a picture taken from the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, which is en route from the airport, where you can barely see the high rise buildings of the city across the bay.

Third, there is an insane amount of construction everywhere. Not just new buildings going up but also new sewer lines, elevated highways, and rail systems. Most of these were yet to be completed but it is clear that the country is on a major infrastructure spree. Some of these projects are extremely ambitious, such as the new coastal road for Mumbai.

Fourth, traffic is even more dysfunctional than I remember it and distances are measured in time, not miles. Depending on the time of day, it can easily take one hour to get somewhere that would be ten minutes away without traffic. This is true for all the big cities I went to visit on this trip (Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore). I don't really understand how people can plan for attending in person meetings but I suppose one gets used to it. I wound up taking one meeting simply in a car en route to the next one.

Fifth, in venture capital there are now many local funds, meaning funds that are not branded offshoots of US funds, such as Sequoia India. I spent time with the team from Prime Venture Partners (co-investors in Bolt) and Good Capital among others. It is great to see that in addition to software focused funds there are also ones focused on agtech/food (e.g. Omnivore) and deep tech (e.g. Navam Capital). Interestingly all the ones I talked to have only offshore LPs. There is not yet a broad India LP base other than a few family offices and regulations within India are apparently quite cumbersome, so the funds are domiciled in the US or in Mauritius.

Sixth, the "India Stack" is enabling a ton of innovation and deserves to be more widely known outside of India (US regulators should take note). In particular, the availability of a verified digital identity and of unified payments interfaces is incredibly helpful in the creation of new online and offline experiences, such as paying for a charge on the Bolt charging network. This infrastructure creates a much more level playing field and is very startup friendly. Add to this incredibly cheap data plans and you have the foundations for a massive digitally led transformation.

Seventh, India is finally recognizing the importance of the climate crisis both as a threat and as an opportunity. India is already experiencing extreme temperatures in some parts of the country on a regular basis (the opening of Kim Stanley Robinson's Ministry for the Future extrapolates what that might lead to). India is also dependent on sufficient rainfall during the Monsoon season and those patterns are changing also (this is part of the plot of Neal Stephenson's Termination Shock). As far as opportunity goes, India recently discovered a major lithium deposit, which means that a key natural resource for the EV transition exists locally (unlike oil which has to be imported). India has started to accelerate EV adoption by offering subsidies.

All in all this trip has made me bullish on India. Over the coming years I would not be surprised if we wind up with more investments from USV there, assuming we can find companies that are a fit with our investment theses. In the meantime, I will look for some public market opportunities for my personal portfolio.

[abirpothi]

Rajesh Ram’s Sculptures Show: Carving the Present with Historical Context

Ved Prakash Bhardwaj

The essence of Rajesh Ram Sculptures is memories, understanding the past, and understanding the threads between the histories made and the histories under construction, i.e., the present, and expressing the impact of power, power of all kinds of politics in human life. His sculptures are a journey from history to the present. In this journey, he gives voice to the contradictions of life. Rajesh Ram creates stories in his sculptures that are very real. For this, sometimes he goes into the history and sometimes while walking in the corridors of the present, he expresses the seen-unseen scenes in the context of human destiny. That’s why there is a kind of conflict in his art. This conflict sometimes appears in a religious-social context and sometimes in the form of crises derived from the power of political power. Will it ever be possible to compensate for the damage caused by pollution in public life due to the power play of religious, social, and political authorities? Rajesh Ram tackles these questions on a creative level. That’s why he calls his sculptures the carvings of time. His initial identity as a sculptor has been as a socially conscious artist. His current exhibition Carving Time is currently running at the Palette Art Gallery, in Delhi. Some of the works of this series were also recently displayed at the India Art Fair 2023.

Rajesh Ram Rajesh Ram is known for his analytical presentation of social and political situations in his sculptures. Right from his early sculptures, he started probing the layers of social reality. Through local symbols, he has now come to historical references. In his current exhibition, he has gone back in history and selected some references that represent those innate human tendencies that are present in today’s man as well. He says, “I’m constantly exploring the properties of the place of history amidst a fluidity and movement created with heavy connotations of human reality and the power of politics in the life of man.”

Rajesh Ram’s solo exhibition is going on at Palette Art Gallery, New Delhi. For his recent stoneware sculptures, he has combined two types of sculptures installed in Indian temples with the face of Homo sapiens. On one side there are erotic poses, and on the other side, there are poses of the goddess of knowledge and art. Looking at these sculptures, one gets the impression that the artist has presented the immutable physical and intellectual psyche of man. The expressions on the faces of Homo sapiens reveal the present conditions. On the one hand, there is talk of cultural liberalism, and on the other hand, there is an attack on the arts in the name of obscenity. This contradiction baffles the artist. This is what Rajesh Ram has called the relation of political power to human reality. Rajesh Ram constantly investigates this relationship.

An artwork by Rajesh Ram

Ram’s Homo sapiens series is a Darwinian delight. He juxtaposes Homo sapiens with Indian temple sculptures. “I have always had a fascination for the roots of human history, it creates an unending curiosity within me,” says Ram. “In this sculpture, I am creating a bridge between the past and the present. I have portrayed an erotic figurine style from Indian temple sculptures. I wanted to represent fertility and the procreation of civilizations by making these sculptures. Here I have created 10 Homo sapiens sculptures in different styles and figurations.”

By keeping the past and the present together, he looks towards the future. His work proves that Indian artists have much in their tradition that can be the basis for contemporary art. Stoneware is usually a ceramic art material with most artists doing pottery. Rajesh Ram has given it a new dimension.

On the one hand, the displayed sculptures have the realistic form of the sculptures of Hindu temples, and on the other hand, by combining those sculptures and structures with human faces and other shapes, they create surrealist art. This surrealism also has a contemporary consciousness. Through these crafts, many contemporary realities like increasing animalistic tendencies in man, big heads, and materialistic pressure in the form of houses over the heart come to the fore other shapes, they create surrealist art. This surrealism also has a contemporary consciousness. Through these crafts, many contemporary realities, like increasing animalistic tendencies in men, big heads, and materialistic pressure in the form of houses over the heart, come to the fore. Two crafts that highlight the contradictions between private and public life are Relation of War and Relation and War. There is no narration in these crafts, just an idea that helps the viewer access multiple stories from their own experiences.

An artwork by Rajesh Ram.

Rajesh Ram has worked in many of his crafts by combining animal or bird faces with human faces. This is an indication of the growing animalism in humans, which is one dimension of their relation to human life in terms of political power. But these crafts have another meaning which indicates the need for ecological balance. Only the balance between all the living beings on earth can save human society.

There are some crafts in this exhibition that point towards the growing materialistic pressures in human life. For example, we can see the structure of the building above the heart in a sculpture. In metropolitan life, on the one hand, people struggle for living space. On the other hand, the concept of home is becoming increasingly vulnerable. A house means a family whose symbol we can see in the form of a building structure.

While working in ceramics, Rajesh Ram has maintained the texture quality of stoneware. These stoneware crafts have softness as well as strength. For this reason, in their composition, these crafts effectively reveal the physical dualities of human life. These crafts awaken our memory. Prompt us to go back in history to understand our times and their contradictions. This can be called a big success of Rajesh Ram. The work of art is not only to awaken an aesthetic sense but also to make man aware of his surroundings.

If we think about all the crafts in this exhibition together, we find that the artist has created such a surreal environment that inspires us to think about life from many directions. Even while sitting in the temple, our mind wanders in many directions; the pressure of material life does not allow it to remain stable. This is the dilemma of today’s life. Rajesh Ram can be said to be composing it as a group of different crafts.

An artwork by Rajesh Ram.

Blending religious art and architecture in some works that are wall stories avoids human and animal depictions, and these constraints seem to be spiritually effective. Visually glorious botanical patterns and small, specific depictions result in something that feels universal. The pillars and arches constructed during the golden age of innovations in math and science seem to have fed such stunning decorative geometries. Human Roots and Spacecraft are two works that play with symbolism and geometry.

“Sculptures and architecture are records of the past,” says Ram. “Somehow we can track the passage of history through these artworks. It also talks about human development and so many journeys. So I portrayed the human brain to show the roots of human existence. I use architectural representation because it is my favourite expression for my art practice.”

In one sculpture, we can see a hippo with its mouth wide open and a man’s head attached. Ram says that when he sculpted this roaring hippo a few years ago, he was describing a story of power and taking notes on a trip through history. Half the head represents the politics behind the throne. “The composition is a scene that describes how my mind describes the reality of history and the beauty of its many elements,” says Ram.

An artwork by Rajesh Ram.

Rama’s hybrid fragments of Purusha (man) and Prakriti (woman or nature) give us a sense of wonder at both inclusion and exclusion. It’s like travelling at a crossroads. Rama transforms these conflicting feelings into his sculptures, creating a contemplative space of his own duality that is open to all. He employs simple means to achieve the dramatic effect: a single human head or figure, as well as the plant’s stems and roots, shine through complex botanical elements made of stone and treated with ash. Each side of these idols is a mark of brilliance in comparison and form, repeating contrasting patterns that Rama designs by combining and adapting various decorative elements in different visits to different parts of the world. Ancient figures and motifs of human and animal faces cast shadows on the gallery walls. No clear boundaries or separations exist within the fusion of human and animal forms; as we move freely through the dense silhouettes in the gallery, our moving eyes transform the nature of the patterns.

For More Visit On: Art News

[newscast1]

A look inside Andrew Tate's super-polluting luxury car collection that irked Greta Thunberg

A look inside Andrew Tate’s super-polluting luxury car collection that irked Greta Thunberg

After the verbal spat between Andrew Tate and Greta Thunberg on Twitter over the former’s collection of supercars with high emission levels, we look at his super-polluting luxury car collection and its emission potential. New Delhi,UPDATED: Jan 2, 2023 17:18 IST Greta Thunberg’s response garnered traction quickly, with 3.9 million likes on Twitter. It trended on the platform for two days. By…

[spacetimewithstuartgary]

Smoky Skies in Northern India In November, satellites often observe large clouds of smoke and heightened fire activity in northwestern India as farmers burn excess paddy straw after the rice harvest—a practice called stubble burning. November 2022 followed this pattern. When the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) on the Suomi NPP satellite captured this natural-color image on November 1, 2022, a plume of smoke curled from northeastern Pakistan to the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Use the slider tool to see the locations of active fires observed by VIIRS that afternoon. Many farmers, particularly in the states of Punjab and Haryana, use fire as a fast, cheap way to clean up and fertilize fields before planting winter crops. However, a surge of smoke in the heart of the densely populated Indo-Gangetic Plain often contributes to a sharp deterioration of air quality across the region, including in the capital city of Delhi. The air quality index rose as high as 424 on November 1, 2022, according to India’s Central Pollution Control Board, enough to put it into the “severe” category. The high pollution levels prompted a halt in construction in Delhi and calls for people to work from home. Smoke from crop fires is not the only contributor to the hazy skies in the region. Influxes of dust sometimes arrive from the Thar Desert to the west, as happened on October 31. An array of other human-caused sources of air pollution come from cities, including motor vehicle fumes, industrial and construction activity, fireworks, and fires for heating and cooking. Measurements of particulate matter, including the small particles known as PM2.5, can be used as a proxy for air quality. According to one analysis of Delhi’s air pollution, stubble burning contributed 14 percent of PM2.5 in Delhi on November 1. Prior to the start of widespread crop fires, the percentage ranged from 1 to 3 percent. Geography and weather also exacerbate the region’s air quality problems. Temperature inversions are common in November and December as air rolls off the Tibetan Plateau and mixes with smoky air from the Indo-Gangetic plain. An inversion can function like a lid, with the warm air trapping pollutants near the surface and helping hem pollutants in between the Himalayan Mountains to the north and the Vindhya Mountains to the south. The crop-burning season is just beginning and typically continues for two to three weeks. Hiren Jethva, a senior research scientist with University of Maryland, Baltimore County and Morgan State University, uses satellite observations to monitor the fires each year. Based on measurements of the “greenness,” or Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), of the rice crop during the summer, he expects NASA’s Aqua satellite will observe about 15,000 fires by late-November, which would make this the 5th most active season since 2002 (following 2021, 2020, 2016, and 2012). As of November 2, Aqua had detected about 2,000 fires. NASA Earth Observatory image by Joshua Stevens, using VIIRS data from NASA EOSDIS/LANCE, GIBS/Worldview and the Suomi National Polar-orbiting Partnership. Story by Adam Voiland.

[gautamayurveda9]

The Connection Between Hormonal Imbalances and Male Infertility

Male infertility is a complex issue that can be influenced by a variety of factors, with hormonal imbalances playing a significant role. Hormones are crucial regulators of many bodily functions, including reproductive health. When these hormones are out of balance, it can lead to difficulties in sperm production, quality, and overall fertility. Understanding the connection between hormonal imbalances and male infertility is essential for seeking appropriate treatment and improving reproductive health.

Understanding Hormonal Imbalances

Hormones are chemical messengers produced by endocrine glands that regulate various bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction. In men, the primary hormones involved in reproductive health include testosterone, luteinising hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and prolactin. Each of these hormones plays a specific role in sperm production and sexual function.

Testosterone: Produced by the testes, testosterone is the primary male sex hormone responsible for the development of male reproductive tissues, libido, and the production of sperm.

Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Produced by the pituitary gland, LH stimulates the testes to produce testosterone.

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Also produced by the pituitary gland, FSH is crucial for sperm production and the health of the testes.

Prolactin: Although primarily associated with lactation in women, prolactin levels in men also impact reproductive health and can influence testosterone production.

When the levels of these hormones are not within the normal range, it can disrupt the processes necessary for healthy sperm production and lead to infertility.

Causes of Hormonal Imbalances Leading to Infertility

Several factors can contribute to hormonal imbalances in men, affecting fertility:

Lifestyle Factors: Poor diet, lack of exercise, stress, and substance abuse (such as alcohol and drugs) can negatively impact hormone levels.

Medical Conditions: Certain health issues like obesity, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and pituitary gland disorders can lead to hormonal imbalances.

Medications: Some medications, including anabolic steroids, opioids, and certain cancer treatments, can affect hormone production and balance.

Environmental Factors: Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in plastics, pesticides, and other pollutants can interfere with hormone function.

Genetic Factors: Some men may have genetic conditions that affect hormone production and regulation, leading to infertility.

Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalances

Identifying hormonal imbalances can be challenging, as symptoms may be subtle or attributed to other health issues. However, some common signs of hormonal imbalances related to infertility include:

Low Libido: A significant decrease in sexual desire can indicate low testosterone levels.

Erectile Dysfunction: Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection can be a sign of hormonal issues.

Reduced Sperm Count: Hormonal imbalances can affect sperm production, leading to a lower sperm count.

Decreased Muscle Mass and Strength: Low testosterone levels can result in reduced muscle mass and physical strength.

Fatigue: Persistent tiredness and lack of energy can be associated with hormonal imbalances.

Mood Changes: Depression, anxiety, and irritability can also be linked to hormonal issues.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Diagnosing hormonal imbalances involves a comprehensive evaluation by a healthcare professional, such as the best sexologist in Delhi at Gautam Ayurveda Clinic. The diagnostic process typically includes:

Medical History and Physical Examination: A thorough review of the patient's medical history, lifestyle factors, and a physical examination to identify potential causes of hormonal imbalances.

Blood Tests: Measuring levels of testosterone, LH, FSH, and prolactin through blood tests to determine if they are within the normal range.

Semen Analysis: Evaluating sperm count, motility, and morphology to assess the impact of hormonal imbalances on fertility.

Imaging Studies: In some cases, imaging studies like ultrasound or MRI may be required to examine the reproductive organs and endocrine glands.

Treatment Options

Once a hormonal imbalance is diagnosed, there are several treatment options available to address the issue and improve fertility:

Lifestyle Modifications: Adopting a healthy lifestyle can have a significant impact on hormone levels. This includes a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and stress management. Avoiding substance abuse and reducing exposure to environmental toxins can also help.

Medications: Depending on the specific hormonal imbalance, medications may be prescribed to regulate hormone levels. For example, clomiphene citrate can be used to stimulate the production of FSH and LH, while hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can address low testosterone levels.

Surgery: In cases where structural issues or tumors are affecting hormone production, surgical intervention may be necessary.

Ayurvedic Treatments: Ayurvedic sexologists at Gautam Ayurveda Clinic offers natural and holistic approaches to balance hormones and improve fertility. Herbal supplements like Ashwagandha, Shatavari, and Gokshura are known to support reproductive health and hormone balance. Ayurvedic treatments also emphasize dietary adjustments, lifestyle changes, and stress management techniques.

How Gautam Ayurveda Can Help

At Gautam Ayurveda Clinic, we specialize in holistic treatments for a wide range of sexual health issues, including male infertility caused by hormonal imbalances. Recognized as the best sexologist in Delhi, our clinic combines traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern medical knowledge to provide comprehensive care tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Our approach begins with a thorough assessment to identify the root causes of hormonal imbalances. We then develop personalized treatment plans that may include herbal supplements, dietary recommendations, and lifestyle modifications to restore hormone balance and improve fertility. By addressing the underlying factors contributing to hormonal imbalances, we aim to enhance overall reproductive health and well-being.

Conclusion

Hormonal imbalances are a significant contributor to male infertility, affecting various aspects of reproductive health. Understanding the connection between hormones and fertility is essential for seeking appropriate treatment and improving reproductive outcomes. At Gautam Ayurveda Clinic, we offer holistic and personalized care to address hormonal imbalances and enhance fertility. If you are experiencing symptoms of hormonal imbalances or facing challenges with infertility, contact us today to schedule a consultation with the best Ayurvedic sexologist in Delhi and take the first step towards achieving optimal reproductive health.

By Pradip Jha

Location :-W/A 87, First Floor Mother Dairy ,Patparganj Road Near ICICI Bank Shakarpur, Station Gate, Street Number 2, near Metro Station Laxmi Nagar, Laxmi Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110092

Contact:-+91-9899298991