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Air India is partnering with SkyDrive and Suzuki to explore electric flying aircraft that could deliver critical medical supplies across India's gridlocked cities. The innovative eVTOL technology could turn a two-hour ambulance crawl into a quick flight over traffic.
India just ordered 915 electric buses for the state of Telangana, a major step toward cleaning air in some of the world's most polluted cities. The move will replace diesel vehicles and bring cleaner transit to millions of riders.
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Air India is launching comprehensive drug testing for every pilot, going far beyond what's required by law. The airline's bold move comes after a serious incident revealed gaps in aviation safety protocols.
Indian communities are installing their own air quality monitors near schools and hospitals to fight toxic smog, creating powerful data that's already forcing government action. New research maps a path for turning local air monitoring into lasting change across borders. ##
Energy-efficient air conditioners could save Indian households $724 million annually while cutting nearly 5 million tonnes of carbon emissions. As record-breaking heat drives AC demand to historic highs, smarter cooling choices offer both environmental and financial wins.
A Chennai company has solved the speed problem with iron-air batteries, creating a system that charges in six hours and powers the grid for eighteen. This breakthrough could finally make overnight solar storage affordable across India and beyond.
Ishan Pathak traded his medical career for wildlife photography to document India's disappearing vultures. He's now photographed all nine species that call India home.
Four Indian innovations sound so wild they could be April Fool's pranks, but they're solving real problems right now. From leasing fruit trees to pulling drinking water from thin air, these ideas are quietly changing lives across the country.
India's capital just announced a bold plan to phase out petrol scooters and rickshaws by the end of the decade, targeting the vehicles responsible for nearly a quarter of the city's dangerous air pollution. The move could save thousands of lives each year while transforming millions of vehicles into zero-emission alternatives.
India's capital just unveiled an ambitious plan to slash dangerous air pollution by up to 20% through expanded public transit, thousands of new electric vehicle charging stations, and stricter monitoring. The city that ranked among the world's most polluted is finally getting the infrastructure overhaul it needs.
A PhD student from Bihar built an air purifier from plants and natural materials that cuts indoor pollution by 85% in just 20 minutes, starting at just Rs 2,000 ($24). After living in 10 Indian cities and experiencing their varying air quality, he's making clean air affordable for ordinary families.
Two young engineers from India just secured major funding for an air purifier that uses actual plants to clean indoor air. Their innovation tackles pollution while being kinder to the planet than traditional filters.
The Better India launches "Solved in India," a YouTube series spotlighting local communities tackling problems once thought unsolvable. Each episode reveals working solutions from across the country that could inspire nationwide change.
Scientists from India and Finland are launching a cutting-edge virtual research center to understand how air particles affect regional climate, with a special focus on melting Himalayan glaciers and air quality in Indian cities. This partnership could unlock crucial insights for protecting mountain ecosystems and improving urban life for millions.
India just approved its first dengue vaccine that works against all four virus strains, no pre-test needed. The shot protects 84% against hospitalization and could produce 50 million doses annually in India alone.
Millions of tonnes of crop waste that poison India's air each winter could soon power airlines worldwide. A new study shows the country can produce sustainable aviation fuel 40% cheaper than current global prices.
Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth just became the first woman to complete India's toughest fighter pilot training, joining an elite group where only 1% of pilots make the cut. Ten years after breaking barriers as one of India's first three women fighter pilots, she's now qualified to shape combat tactics for the entire Air Force.
As temperatures soar past 50°C in India, a shared air-conditioning network is emerging as a climate solution that cuts energy use in half while keeping cities cool. Cities like Paris, Dubai, and Singapore already use the technology to serve millions.
Mahindra Last Mile Mobility just became the first commercial vehicle maker in India to sell 400,000 electric vehicles, proving clean transportation is taking off where it matters most. These electric three-wheelers and small cargo vehicles have already traveled 9 billion kilometers while cutting 185,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ from the air.
The lesser florican, India's smallest bustard, leaps six feet into the air hundreds of times daily to attract mates. Conservation efforts now protect the rare bird and the grassland communities it shares with farmers.
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