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<ul><li>A recent report by Lancet on the impact of <keyword id="2411223" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="air-pollution-in-India">air pollution in India</keyword> in 2019 says that 1·67 million deaths were attributable to <keyword id="55910" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="Air-Pollution">air pollution</keyword>, accounting for 17.8% of the total deaths.</li><li>It also resulted in a total loss of $36.8 billion, which was 1.36% of India's gross domestic product (GDP). </li><li>India’s national capital Delhi, which has ranked as one of the world’s most polluted cities several times over the last few years, saw its economy take a big hit due to the crisis.</li></ul>India and its rising air pollution crisis has cost not just the country’s economy but also resulted in the death of 1.67 million people. A recent report by Lancet on the impact of air pollution in India in 2019 says that 1·67 million deaths were attributable to air pollution, accounting for 17.8% of the total deaths in the country. “The increasing death rate attributable to ambient particulate matter pollution reflects increasing pollutant emissions from rising energy consumption, accelerated urbanisation, rapid industrialisation, and growing numbers of petroleum-powered vehicles,” said the report. And if that were not enough, it also resulted in a total loss of $36.8 billion, which was 1·36% of India's gross domestic product (GDP). The loss was calculated according to the premature deaths and their impact on India’s economy, loss in human capital as well as healthcare costs incurred by the people due to air pollution. India’s national capital Delhi, which has ranked as one of the world’s most polluted cities several times over the last few years, with the air pollution crisis also becoming a point of political debate saw its economy take a big hit due to the crisis. “Delhi had the highest per-capita economic loss due to air pollution, followed by Haryana in 2019, with 5.4 times variation across all states,” said the report. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/corporates/news/wipro-buyback-offer-details-and-700-million-metro-ag-deal-drives-share-price/articleshow/79911875.cms">Wipro offers 10% more to buy back shares and signs a $700 million deal with Metro AG – everything that’s driving the IT services stock higher today</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/there-are-one-of-only-17-indian-companies-out-of-500-that-aced-the-du-pont-test/articleshow/79911627.cms">There are one of only 17 Indian companies out of 500 that aced the Du Pont test</a>

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People exposed to higher levels of <keyword id="55910" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="air-pollution" source="Orion">air pollution</keyword> before the pandemic are likely to have lower antibody responses to Covid-19 vaccines, suggests a study. In particular, exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and blank carbon (BC) was associated with about a 10 per cent decrease in IgM and IgG antibody responses in people without prior infection, said researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), and the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) in Spain. The fact that previous infections lead to higher vaccine responses could explain why the effect of pollutants was only observed in people without a prior infection. However, the role of long-term exposure to air pollution on hybrid immunity (infection plus vaccination) deserves further investigation, the researchers warned, in the study published in Environmental Health Perspectives. "Air pollution can induce chronic inflammation, which has been associated with a negative effect on vaccine efficacy," said Carlota Dobano, researcher from ISGlobal. "Our findings are consistent with evidence that persistent organic pollutants reduce vaccine responses in children," she added. Air pollutants have been shown to affect immune responses. Previously it has been linked to adverse health outcomes, including lung cancer, cardiovascular and respiratory disease, and diabetes. The team analysed data from 927 participants (aged 40 to 65 years), who answered questionnaires and gave blood samples in the summer of 2020 (right after the first lockdown) and in 2021 (after the start of Covid-19 vaccination). All had received one or two doses of the main Covid-19 vaccines administered in Spain (made by AstraZeneca, Pfizer or Moderna). The research team measured IgM, IgG and IgA antibodies to five viral antigens (three of them on the Spike protein contained in the vaccine). Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), black carbon (BC), nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and ozone (O3) was estimated for each participant based on his or her address before the pandemic. The results show that in uninfected individuals, pre-pandemic exposure to PM2.5, NO2 and BC was associated with a 5 per cent to 10 per cent reduction in vaccine-induced Spike antibodies. The decrease in antibodies was shown both for early IgM responses and late responses measured by IgG. The IgG response after the first dose peaked later in participants exposed to higher air pollution levels, and lower IgG levels persisted for several months after vaccination. Results were similar for the three vaccines. The study did not look at whether the reduction in antibody responses led to an increased risk of breakthrough infections and their severity. However, the findings add to the growing body of evidence on the adverse effects of air pollution even at the relatively low levels observed in Western Europe, the researchers said, while calling for stricter air pollution limits. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/ipl-2023-to-drive-fantasy-sports-companies-to-2900-3100-crore-revenue/articleshow/99285556.cms">IPL 2023 to drive fantasy sports companies to ₹2,900-3,100 crore revenue, fueled by Tier-2 cities and exciting prizes</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/google-makes-it-easier-for-users-to-delete-their-account-and-data-from-applications/articleshow/99289621.cms">Google makes it easier for users to delete their account and data from applications</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/9-out-10-tvs-sold-in-india-in-2022-were-smart-tvs-and-nearly-all-of-these-tvs-are-assembled-locally/articleshow/99262205.cms">9 out 10 TVs sold in India in 2022 were smart TVs, and nearly all of these TVs are assembled locally</a>

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(Photo Source: wikimedia.org) <ul><li><keyword id="2411223" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="air-pollution-in-India">Air pollution in India</keyword> has led to more diseases than smoking or tobacco use, reveals a recent study on Global Burden of Disease Study 2017 published in the <keyword id="7101191" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lancet-Planetary-Health-journal">Lancet Planetary Health journal</keyword>. </li><li>India covers 18% of the global population, which accounts to significantly higher (26%) global premature deaths caused by air pollution, in contrast. </li><li>One in every eight deaths in India is a result of air pollution. In fact, if India had not been under serious threat of worsening air pollution levels, the average life expectancy of its citizens would have been 1.7 years more. </li></ul>Amid the alarming air pollution levels in India, a recent study on <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2542519618302614?via%3Dihub">Global Burden of Disease Study 2017</a> in the Lancet Planetary Health journal reveals that air pollution has caused more diseases than the ones caused due to tobacco use or smoking, accounting for over 1.24 million deaths in India in 2017. The study said, on Thursday, Delhi witnessed the highest exposure to PM 2.5, tiny particles that are most harmful, followed by Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Major sources of ambient particulate matter pollution in India include burning in thermal power plants, industry emissions, stubble burning and diesel generators. The annual exposure to these tiny particles PM2.5 in India, was 89·9 μg/m3, which was recorded to be the highest in the world. One in every eight deaths in India resulted from air pollution. In fact, if India had not been under serious threat of worsening air pollution levels, the average life expectancy would have been 1.7 years more for its residents, added the study India covers 18% of the global population, which accounts to significantly higher (26%) global premature deaths caused by air pollution, in contrast, it pointed out. Notably, 14 out of 15 most air polluted cities in the world are in India, says a World Health Organisation (WHO) database. It also said that Mexico and Beijing could instruct New Delhi and other Indian cities with ways to combat air pollution as they are aggressively making efforts to counter the situation with cleaner energy options, improved technologies, and promoting the use of public transport. Despite the current situation of increasing air pollution, 77% of India's population spends time outdoors, which is above the National Ambient Air Quality (NAAQ) safe limit. Not just this, 56% of population still used solid fuels in households, in 2017. The study also argued that the reduction in pollution levels has a broader impact than just the well-being of humans, including animal and plant health. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/environment/indias-top-environmental-tribunal-has-ordered-the-delhi-government-to-pay-250-million-to-the-national-pollution-control-agency-so-it-can-tackle-the-citys-air-problem/articleshow/66936048.cms">India’s top environmental tribunal has ordered the Delhi government to pay ₹250 million to the national pollution control agency so it can tackle the city’s air problem</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/fed-up-of-pollution-more-than-35-of-residents-in-indias-capital-say-they-want-to-move-out-permanently-survey/articleshow/66630699.cms">Fed up of pollution, more than 35% of residents in India’s capital say they want to move out permanently: Survey</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/indias-clean-air-week-crackdown-resulted-in-the-collection-8-3-million-in-fines/articleshow/66525293.cms">India’s ‘Clean Air Week’ crackdown resulted in the collection ₹8.3 million in fines</a>

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<ul><li>With increased <keyword id="55910" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="air-pollution" source="Orion">air pollution</keyword>, indoor air pollution is becoming 10x worse than outdoor air pollution.</li><li>Air purifiers with Pre-filters, HEPA filters and Activated carbon filters help to fight indoor air pollution.</li><li>Below, check out things to consider before buying an <keyword id="1606234" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="air-purifier" source="Orion">air purifier</keyword> for your home.</li></ul>Indoor air pollution can be 10 times worse than outdoor air pollution. This is because the air in a closed room enables potential pollutants to build up more than in open spaces. Other than this, indoor air pollution is amplified by poor ventilation. Meanwhile, individuals can prevent indoor pollution in their surroundings by installing an air purifier. An air purifier will essentially filter any airborne pollutants such as pollen, smoke and dust. India is home to some of the world’s most polluted cities. The country's northern region becomes a gas chamber during this season with hazardous air quality. Cities like Kanpur, Faridabad, Varanasi, Gaya, Patna, Delhi, Lucknow, Agra, Muzaffarpur, Noida, and Gurugram suffer from the worst AQI levels; above 400 AQI. That means the people living in these cities rarely get 'healthy' (AQI 0-50) air to breathe. As per <a href="https://www.airvisual.com/world-most-polluted-cities">AirVisual's</a> report, it's only China, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India that contribute to the world's 50 most polluted cities. Since air pollution has become a chronic issue with no long-term remedy, state and central governments are taking several measures like relocating industries away from cities, using greener technologies, giving a push to electric vehicles, and others. The current market is full of air purifiers but you won’t be able to beat the indoor air pollution if you buy the wrong machine. So understanding the size of room, technology used and other similar factors become essential when buying air purifier for your home. Here’s how to find the best purifier for your home. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Things to consider before buying" comment="subhead" text="Things to consider before buying">Things to consider before buying</cmsannotation> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Technology used" comment="subhead" text="Technology used">Technology used</cmsannotation> The very first thing is to identify the problem; there can be a presence of allergens indoors or some microbes or others. Each problem has a precise solution which can be only tackled through specific technology. An air purifier uses two purification technologies - active air purification, in which air is purified by dispersing healthy cleaning agents into the air, and other passive air purification, in which air is channelized through filters to capture pollutants or microbes. If neutralizing of microbes is required, then passive air purification will not work; this is where active air purification technology comes into action. REME (Reflective Electro-Magnetic Technology) and PHI (Photohydroionization) are examples of active air purification technologies, and PRE (pre-filters), Active Carbon, and HEPA filters are examples of passive air purification. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Type of filters" comment="subhead" text="Type of filters">Type of filters</cmsannotation> With the advancement of technology, a diverse range of filters equipped with new technologies is now accessible. The pollutant types that are blocked by the filters are dust, tobacco smoke, pollen, smoke, pet allergens, dust mite allergens, 2.5-micron particles, and 0.1 microns particles. Some of the most common air filters to look for when choosing an air purifier are Pre-filters. <ul><li>Pre-filters: Before the final filtering, the pre-filters remove large particles like hair and other small particles. This type of filter needs to be cleaned and replaced every three months.</li></ul><ul><li>HEPA filters: HEPA filters, which are known as High- Efficiency Particulate Air Cleaner filters tend to eliminate pollen, mold spores, and dust particles. These filters capture 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns.</li></ul><ul><li>Activated carbon filters: Air purifiers with activated carbon filters neutralize food and chemical odors.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Cost of filters" comment="subhead" text="Cost of filters">Cost of filters</cmsannotation> Other than the type of filters, consider the price of replacement filters. Usually, you need to change the air filter at least in every three months when you use it constantly. The cost of replacement filters can be high as ₹5000-₹7000 for air purifiers with HEPA filters. Other than this, filters for low-cost air purifiers will cost you between ₹1000-₹2000. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Coverage area" comment="subhead" text="Coverage area">Coverage area</cmsannotation> This is one of the most important factors to consider when buying an air purifier, here are a few things to keep in mind. <ul><li>It is advisable to select an entry-level air purifier for a room measuring up to 299 square feet. You can get one under ₹15000.</li><li>If you want an air purifier for 300 to 699 square feet of room, then the medium or large size air purifier will do the job. It will cost over ₹20000.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Air delivery rate" comment="subhead" text="Air delivery rate">Air delivery rate</cmsannotation> The efficiency of an air purifier depends on the volume of air to be cleaned and the speed of air intake and throw. Air purifiers with less coverage and CADR (clean air delivery rate) will work for a smaller areas. But if you are looking for an air purifier for a big room, then go for a purifier with more coverage and CADR. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Level of noise" comment="subhead" text="Level of noise">Level of noise</cmsannotation> It is one of the most ignored but important factors which you need to consider. The noise levels in air purifiers vary with fan speed, so keep an eye on that. It’s likely that you’ll be using it throughout, so it is important to go for the one that is silent. The ideal air purifier should have a noise level of ‘20-40dB or 50-70dB.’ <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Warranty and customer service" comment="subhead" text="Warranty and customer service">Warranty and customer service</cmsannotation> When buying an air purifier, the buyer should conder the product’s after-sale service. This becomes important because filter cleaning and replacement is required in every 12 to 18 months. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Smart features" comment="subhead" text="Smart features">Smart features</cmsannotation> Modern air purifiers are loaded with a plethora of features such as Wi-Fi connectivity, touch-sensitive controls and more. They can be controlled through your smartphone and give you real-time data of AQI levels in your room. Other than these, you can get detailed insight into filter health, air quality, temperature and more. 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1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Up to 320 square feet </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">SHARP Room Air Purifier FP-F40E-W </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><a href="https://www.amazon.in/Sharp-Purifier-FP-F40E-W-Filter-Cluster/dp/B01B0DT29A/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=air+purifier&amp;qid=1667554883&amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0LjI4IiwicXNhIjoiNC43MSIsInFzcCI6IjMuNzQifQ%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=air+puri%2Caps%2C220&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1">B01B0DT29A</a> </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 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<keyword id="53848" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Air-quality" source="Orion">Air quality</keyword> across Delhi continued to be in the 'very poor' category with AQI at 324. "With severe air quality and high level of pollution in Delhi-NCR, we are observing an increase in number of patients coming to us with complains of redness, Itching, and watering in the eyes," said Dr Ikeda Lal, Cornea and Refractory Surgery Specialist, at Delhi Eye Centre and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital New Delhi. "Patients with pre-existing dry eyes are experiencing exacerbation due to high pollution. We are observing almost increase of 40 rise in number of patients coming to us with eye related problems," he added. Dr Lal explained that pollutants and dust in the air is one of the major reasons for causing eye allergy and eye related problem. Delhi has been witnessing a steep increase in AQI levels after a marginal improvement on Sunday. The city's AQI stood at 348 at 4 pm on Monday, deteriorating from 301 on Sunday. The increase in AQI levels comes after the Centre on Saturday had removed stringent curbs, including a ban on construction work related to linear projects and the entry of polluting trucks, in Delhi following a drop in pollution levels due to favourable wind speed and direction. "The increase in the incidence of dry eye and ocular allergy is causing discomfort even in normal eyes. It aggravates the eye complaints in eyes that are prone to dryness and allergies. If care is not taken immediately, some of these eyes can have reduced vision due to this problem as well," said Dr Rajesh Sinha, Professor of Ophthalmology at RP Centre AIIMS New Delhi. While lubricating eye drops and the use of sunglasses are helpful options, contact lenses and eye makeup should be avoided until the eyes are healed completely, Dr Lal said. Doctors advised to not rub eyes if they itch, wash eyes with clean water; repeat if it still feels uncomfortable. They suggested that cold compresses can help relieve mild itching and to see an eye doctor as soon as possible and avoid prolonged exposure of eyes to pollution.

40% rise in eye related problems due to pollution, say Delhi doctors

<ul><li>A recent study by Greenpeace has revealed that India ranks third on the world’s list of most polluted countries. </li><li>Seven of the world’s 10 most polluted cities are in India. </li><li>Globally, the alarming increase in air pollution is expected to cause 7 million premature deaths in the next year.</li></ul>A new study has revealed that India accounts for seven of the 10 most polluted cities in the world, with Gurugram ranking as the worst in the world with highest level of pollutants. Countrywise, India ranks third on the world ranking for <a href="https://www.airvisual.com/world-most-polluted-cities?continent=&amp;country=&amp;state=&amp;page=1&amp;perPage=50&amp;cities=">highest</a> PM 2.5 concentration, which are tiny particles believed to the most harmful for human health. Gurugram, in the National Capital Region, is the most polluted city in India and the world — with an average <a href="https://www.greenpeace.org/international/press-release/21193/latest-air-pollution-data-ranks-worlds-cities-worst-to-best/">air quality index</a> at 135.8, recorded last year. Other Indian cities that rank in the top 10 list includes Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Bhiwadi, Noida, Patna, and Lucknow . The report published by Greenpeace, India has highlighted that the alarming increase in air pollution may cause seven million premature deaths globally next year due to unequal distribution of PM 2.5 particles contributing to air pollution. Overall, 64% of the 3,000 cities covered in the report surpassed the World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines on PM2.5 exposure, which includes pollutants such as sulphate, nitrate and black carbon among others. These particles may also lead to lung and heart disorders. This comes when India already has the most number of real-time data coverage centers, monitoring the <keyword id="2071721" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Air-Quality-Index">air quality index</keyword> around the country. It’s evident that in addition to monitoring, there is a pressing need to set pollution reduction targets and consumption caps on polluting fuels such as coal, petroleum and diesel in the most polluted areas. Productivity losses from pollution covers nearly 8.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in India, as per the World Bank analysis. In fact, stubble burning contributing to pollution, has lead to economic loss of ₹ 2 trillion in India, annually. Stressing on the world economy Yeb Sano, Executive Director of Greenpeace South East Asia <a href="https://www.greenpeace.org/international/press-release/21193/latest-air-pollution-data-ranks-worlds-cities-worst-to-best/">said</a> “Air pollution steals our livelihoods and our futures, but we can change that. In addition to human lives lost, there’s an estimated global cost of $225 billion in lost labour, and trillions in medical costs. This has enormous impacts, on our health and on our wallets.” According to another <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/most-polluted-cities-in-india-will-still-have-filthy-air-despite-ncap-says-greenpeace/articleshow/67749627.cms">report</a> by Greenpeace on pollution, even if the country reduces PM10 levels that it targets to accomplish by 2024, India will still have 139 cities with hazardous pollution levels. Here’s a list of the 10 most polluted cities across the globe: <ol><li>Gurugram, India</li><li>Ghaziabad, India</li><li>Faisalabad, Pakistan</li><li>Faridabad, India</li><li>Bhiwadi, India</li><li>Noida, India</li><li>Patna, India</li><li>Lucknow, India</li><li>Hotan,China</li><li>Lahore, Pakistan</li></ol>See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/most-polluted-cities-in-india-will-still-have-filthy-air-despite-ncap-says-greenpeace/articleshow/67749627.cms">India's plan to fight air pollution has a flaw, says Greenpeace</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/pollution-aside-stubble-burning-may-have-cost-india-a-loss-of-2-trillion-study/articleshow/68264811.cms">Pollution aside, stubble burning may have cost India a loss of ₹2 trillion: Study</a>

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