New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the latest episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, drew national attention to plastic pollution, a pressing global environmental challenge and an easy and possible solution that has emerged from Sitamarhi district in Bihar. Plastic pollution remains one of the most pressing global environmental challenges. Single-use plastic waste persists in nature for years, clogging drains, harming soil fertility and polluting water sources. Proper collection, sci…
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Mumbai, July 18 (IANS) Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi has shared a thought-provoking message on plastic pollution and the filth spread by humans at beaches.The actor, using a simple analogy explained how nature reacts to the growing menace of waste dumped into water bodies.In a video shared on social media, Rakesh Bedi said, “Friends, do you think only humans burp? Even the sea burps.”Explaining his point, the actor referred to the recent accumulation of plastic waste along Mumbai’s iconic Juhu and D…
Mumbai, July 3 (IANS) Actress Bhumi Pednekar has shared a powerful environmental message highlighting the hidden impact of plastic waste during the monsoon season. In her recent post on Instagram, she pointed out that the first rains not only clean the streets but also expose the large amount of waste left behind, including plastic bottles, food wrappers, and single-use packaging. Emphasising how this pollution eventually reaches drains, rivers, oceans, and even the food chain, Bhumi urged peopl…
Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) On the occasion of World Environment Day, television actor Arjun Bijlani has highlighted the urgent need to address growing environmental challenges. Speaking to IANS, he reflected on issues such as climate change, plastic pollution, deforestation, water scarcity, and waste management. Arjun emphasized that meaningful change begins with individual responsibility. “The biggest problem is that we often think environmental issues are someone else’s responsibility. In reality…
Mumbai, June 2 (IANS) Television actress Shubhangi Atre, who is known for her roles in the shows like “Do Hanson Ka Jodaa,” “Chidiya Ghar,” and “Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain,” has opened up about her concerns regarding rising pollution and its long-term impact on both the environment and human well-being. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Atre highlighted how continued environmental damage could lead to a loss of nature’s natural calmness. She urged people to be more mindful of their da…