Worsening air pollution has reduced the average life expectancy in China by over two years, said a report released here this week.

The UK's impending decision to leave the European Union (EU) could lead to a "weakening of domestic standards" that fails to incentivise businesses to improve recycling rates and tackle air quality

Beijing and surrounding areas of China often suffer from choking smog.

Asia will account for 90 per cent of the rise in deaths.

Pune: Pollution levels in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Bihar may be among the worst, but Maharashtra is also among the states where the air quality is horrendous and responsible for people

Patna: The Patna Junction area now has the dubious distinction of being the most polluted part of the state capital, followed by Patna City and Gandhi Maidan.

The environment ministry panel noted that the proposed washery with its technology firmed up, was yet to get the approval of board of the project proponent.

India figures among countries with stringent air quality laws and regulations

The govt. notified norms for sulphur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide emissions in December 2015, but these have not been implemented, says expert