Lahore tops World’s most polluted cities; Indian cities not far behind
Lahore has again been ranked the most polluted city in the world, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 228, deemed "very unhealthy," according to IQAir's latest global air quality report. The rankings reveal that air pollution remains a significant issue, with two Indian cities, New Delhi and Mumbai, also among the top ten.
The primary pollutant in Lahore, as well as in New Delhi, is PM2.5, fine particulate matter known for its severe health risks. In New Delhi, which ranks second, the AQI stands at 206, and the city battles worsening air quality each winter due to dropping temperatures, crop stubble burning in nearby areas, and festive celebrations.
Other cities in the top ten include Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of Congo), Dhaka (Bangladesh), Tel Aviv (Israel), and Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia). IQAir has advised residents of these cities, including those in India, to limit outdoor activities and take precautions such as wearing masks to mitigate the effects of pollution.
As air quality remains a challenge globally, these rankings highlight the urgent need for stronger pollution control measures, especially in densely populated urban areas.
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Maharashtra student drowns off Chennai coast; another missing
Nagpur (PTI): A student from Maharashtra drowned and another went missing after venturing into the sea in Chennai, officials said on Sunday.
It was not yet known which institution the students were from and where exactly the incident occurred.
The Maharashtra government has appealed to the Tamil Nadu authorities to expedite the search and rescue operation.
The incident occurred on Saturday when a group of 26 students went to the seashore.
Three of them entered the waters where Mayuri Chaudhari from Nagpur drowned, while Jay Patil went missing and a search was underway for him, a statement from the Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office said.
Another student, Raj Kedari, was rescued safely, it said.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has contacted the Tamil Nadu government and is overseeing relief efforts. He urged the Tamil Nadu government to provide immediate aid and launch a rescue operation.
The family members of Chaudhari and Patil have been informed.
