Dhaka’s air quality was ranked second worst in the world for the second consecutive day today. With an air quality index (AQI) score of 208 at 8:58 am, Dhaka’s air was categorised as ‘very unhealthy’. An AQI between 101 and 200 is considered 'unhealthy', particularly for sensitive groups, while an AQI between 201 and 300 is said to be ‘very unhealthy’. Dhaka’s air quality ‘unhealthy’ Friday morning India’s Kolkata and Delhi occupied the first and third spots on the list, with AQI scores of 247 and 171, respectively. In Bangladesh, the AQI is based on five criteria pollutants -- Particulate Matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2 and Ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. Dhaka’s air quality ‘unhealthy’ this morning As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, largely as a result of increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer and acute respiratory infections. Dhaka’s air quality remains 'unhealthy' Friday morning

With the Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka ICC World Cup 2023 match just hours away, the air quality in Delhi is perilous. According to the ICC’s guidelines, an AQI (air quality index) score under 200 is considered safe for cricket. Delhi’s AQI is well above 400 as the match approaches. In light of this situation, can the ICC ethically mandate players to participate in a World Cup match amidst such hazardous conditions? This question looms large, given the severe air pollution in Delhi. Players from both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh were compelled to cancel their practice sessions due to the air quality issue. Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha mentioned that some of the players have asthma and are not willing to take unnecessary risks by practicing. Read: Bangladesh to face Sri Lanka amid pollution concerns in Delhi As players express their reluctance to practice, it raises critical questions about the ICC's stance on player participation in such conditions. The ICC and BCCI staff on the ground are set to closely monitor the air quality leading up to the match. Following their assessment, they will consult with the medical teams of both teams. If they determine that the match can proceed safely, the toss will take place on time. However, if the air quality poses a significant health risk, they will adopt a wait-and-see approach, similar to protocols followed in cases of rain or a wet outfield. ESPNcricinfo reported that the ICC is seeking advice from a lung specialist to define safe air quality levels for cricket matches. However, establishing specific benchmarks for safe air quality proves challenging due to the varying cardiovascular demands of different cricketing positions on the field. Read: ICC World Cup 2023: Zaman ton leads Pakistan home vs New Zealand For instance, a fast bowler experiences higher cardiovascular stress compared to a spinner. This indicates that identical air quality conditions may not be equally safe for both fast bowlers and spinners. The assessment becomes considerably more intricate in this regard.

Dhaka ranked third on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality with an AQI index of 170 at 10:00am on Friday. The air was classified as 'unhealthy', according to the air quality index. Now 11.96 crore voters in Bangladesh: EC India’s Delhi and Pakistan’s Lahore occupied the first two spots on the list, with AQI scores of 611, 347 respectively. When the AQI value for particle pollution is between 101 and 150, air quality is considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’, between 151 and 200 is ‘unhealthy’, between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. Now 11.96 crore voters in Bangladesh: EC The AQI, an index for reporting daily air quality, informs people how clean or polluted the air of a certain city is and what associated health effects might be a concern for them. The AQI in Bangladesh is based on five pollutants: particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2, and ozone. Unilever Bangladesh, the UK Government and EY to fund early-stage businesses Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. As per World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, mainly due to increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and acute respiratory infections.

Dhaka ranked fifth on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality with an AQI index of 171 at 9:03 am today. Dhaka’s air was classified as 'unhealthy', according to the air quality index. When the AQI value for particle pollution is between 101 and 150, air quality is considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’, between 150 and 200 is ‘unhealthy’, between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. Abul Hossain, Md Golam Faruk re-elected President, General Secretary of BAATWF Pakistan’s Lahore, India’s Delhi and China’s Wuhan occupied the first three spots on the list, with AQI scores of 365, 279 and 192, respectively. The AQI, an index for reporting daily air quality, informs people how clean or polluted the air of a certain city is and what associated health effects might be a concern for them. Bangabandhu Tunnel under the Karnaphuli River: All you need to know The AQI in Bangladesh is based on five pollutants: particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2, and ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. Fire Service forms probe body over Mohakhali Khawaja Tower fire As per World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, mainly due to increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and acute respiratory infections.

Dhaka's air quality continued to be in the 'unhealthy' zone this morning. With an air quality index (AQI) score of 160 at 9:13 am, Dhaka ranked eighth on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality. Pakistan’s Lahore, India’s Delhi and China’s Wuhan occupied the first three spots on the list, with AQI scores of 248, 212 and 182, respectively. Dhaka’s air quality ‘unhealthy’ Friday morning When the AQI value for particle pollution is between 101 and 150, air quality is considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’, between 150 and 200 is ‘unhealthy’, between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. In Bangladesh, the AQI is based on five criteria pollutants -- Particulate Matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2 and Ozone. Bangladeshis, Indians, Nepalis and Pakistanis expected to live 5 years less due to air pollution: AQLI Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. Air pollution consistently ranks among the top risk factors for death and disability worldwide. Breathing polluted air has long been recognised as increasing a person’s chances of developing a heart disease, chronic respiratory diseases, lung infections and cancer, according to several studies. HC summons N’ganj DC, DoE officials for not complying with directives to control air pollution As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year.

With an air quality index (AQI) score of 174 at 9:15 am today, Dhaka ranked 4th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality. Pakistan's Lahore, India's Delhi and the United Arab Emirates Dubai occupied the first three spots on the list, with AQI scores of 303, 258, and 177, respectively. Dhaka's air quality 'moderate' this morning When the AQI value for particle pollution is between 101 and 150, air quality is considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’, between 151 and 200 is ‘unhealthy’, between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. In Bangladesh, the AQI is based on five criteria pollutants — particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2, and Ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Air pollution consistently ranks among the top risk factors for death and disability worldwide. Dhaka's air quality continues to be 'moderate' As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, largely due to increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and acute respiratory infections.  

Dhaka, the densely populated capital of Bangladesh, has once again topped the list of cities in the world with the worst air quality. Dhaka’s air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 219 at 8:54 am today. India’s Delhi and Pakistan’s Lahore occupied the next two spots, with AQI scores of 197, and 179, respectively. Dhaka’s air quality ‘unhealthy’, 5th worst in the world this morning An AQI between 151 and 200 is said to be ‘unhealthy’ while 201 and 300 is considered ‘very unhealthy’, and 301 to 400 is ranked 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. In Bangladesh, the AQI is based on five criteria pollutants -- Particulate Matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2 and Ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. Dhaka's air quality 'moderate' this morning As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, largely as a result of increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer and acute respiratory infections. Dhaka's air quality continues to be 'moderate'  

Dhaka ranked third on the global list of cities with the worst air quality this morning (October 09, 2023). The air in Dhaka city was classified as 'unhealthy' with an AQI score of 158 at 9:15 am. Pakistan's Lahore and India's Mumbai occupied the first and second spots on the list, with AQI scores of 182 and 160, respectively. Read: Bangladeshis, Indians, Nepalis and Pakistanis expected to live 5 years less due to air pollution: AQLI An AQI between 151 and 200 is considered 'unhealthy', while 201–300 is 'very unhealthy', and 301+ is 'hazardous', posing severe health risks to residents. The AQI, an index for reporting daily air quality, informs people how clean or polluted the air of a certain city is and what associated health effects might be a concern for them. Read: Urgent, coordinated actions needed to curb air pollution in South Asia: World Bank The AQI in Bangladesh is based on five pollutants: particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2, and ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Read: Air pollution 2nd biggest cause of deaths in Bangladesh in 2019, cost about 3.9-4.4% of GDP: World Bank As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, mainly due to increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and acute respiratory infections.

Dhaka's air quality has been categorised as ‘unhealthy’ this morning (October 7, 2023). With an air quality index (AQI) score of 153 at 9:05 am, Dhaka ranked 5th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality. India’s Delhi, Indonesia’s Jakarta and Pakistan’s Lahore occupied the first three spots on the list, with AQI scores of 178, 169 and 168, respectively. An AQI between 150 and 200 is considered 'unhealthy', AQI between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. After days of ‘moderate’ air quality, Dhaka’s air 5th worst in the world this morning In Bangladesh, the AQI is based on five criteria pollutants -- Particulate Matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2 and Ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. Thanks to continued rain, Dhaka's air quality remains ‘moderate’ Air pollution consistently ranks among the top risk factors for death and disability worldwide. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, largely as a result of increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer and acute respiratory infections. Dhaka's air quality ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ this morning

Dhaka's air quality has been categorized as ‘unhealthy’ this morning. With an air quality index (AQI) score of 155 at 8:55 am, Dhaka ranked 5th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality. Pakistan’s Karachi, Kuwait’s Kuwait City and Indonesia’s Jakarta occupied the first three spots on the list, with AQI scores of 168, 158 and 157, respectively. Dhaka’s air quality still 'unhealthy', 6th most polluted in the world this morning An AQI between 150 and 200 is considered 'unhealthy', AQI between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. In Bangladesh, the AQI is based on five criteria pollutants -- Particulate Matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2 and Ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. Dhaka's air quality 'moderate' this morning Air pollution consistently ranks among the top risk factors for death and disability worldwide. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, largely as a result of increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer and acute respiratory infections. Dhaka's air quality 'moderate' Friday morning