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Delhi Government Announces Two-Day Work-From-Home Policy Amid Rising Heat and Pollution Concerns
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Delhi Government Announces Two-Day Work-From-Home Policy Amid Rising Heat and Pollution Concerns

In a significant administrative move aimed at easing pressure on the city’s infrastructure and addressing public health concerns, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a two-day work-from-home arrangement for employees in government offices across the national capital. The decision comes amid growing concerns over extreme weather conditions, rising temperatures, traffic congestion, and deteriorating air quality...

Air Pollution Emerging as a Hidden Driver of Dementia, Linked to Over 625,000 Deaths Annually Worldwide
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Air Pollution Emerging as a Hidden Driver of Dementia, Linked to Over 625,000 Deaths Annually Worldwide

In a startling revelation for global health, new research indicates that nearly 625,000 deaths every year are linked to dementia caused or worsened by air pollution. The study suggests that approximately 28 to 29 percent of all dementia-related deaths globally may be attributable to exposure to polluted air, making it one of the most underestimated...