1. News
  2. Top News
  3. National
  4. India reiterates commitment to protect Ozone layer
Written By
Last Modified: Monday, 16 September 2019 (14:22 IST)

India reiterates commitment to protect Ozone layer

The World Ozone Day 2019
Publish: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 (14:22 IST) Updated: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 (14:24 IST)
google-news
New Delhi: Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar on the 25th World Ozone Day on Monday said that India ''reiterates its commitment to protect the Ozone layer''.
Mr Javadekar through a Twitter missive said, ''The World Ozone Day 2019 is being celebrated globally with the theme '32 Years and Healing'. It reminds us that we must keep up the momentum for ensuring the continued protection of the stratospheric ozone layer.''  
 
''On the occasion of the 25th World Ozone Day, India reiterates its commitment to protect the Ozone layer,'' he added. 
 
The Minister said recently, India has become one of first countries in the world with the launch of a comprehensive Cooling Action plan which has a long term vision to address the cooling requirement across sectors such as residential and commercial buildings, coldchain, refrigeration, transport and industries.
 
UNI
Next Article
Postal stamp of Doordarshan released on 60th anniversary

UP Achieves Major Milestone in Maternal and Newborn Health, 16 Districts Report 100% Institutional Deliveries

UP Achieves Major Milestone in Maternal and Newborn Health, 16 Districts Report 100% Institutional DeliveriesThe Uttar Pradesh government has achieved 100% institutional deliveries in 16 districts between April and June. The milestone is expected to help reduce maternal and neonatal mortality through improved healthcare services and awareness.

'Cockroach' delegation formally hands in list of demands to health minister; Nadda appeals to end sit-in

'Cockroach' delegation formally hands in list of demands to health minister; Nadda appeals to end sit-inCockroach Janta Party Spokesperson Saurav Das said on Monday that he has been at Health Minister J P Nadda's office since noon, when the government first opened talks with the protest movement that is demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

No More Unlimited Stay in US? New Visa Rules May Impact Thousands of Indian Students

No More Unlimited Stay in US? New Visa Rules May Impact Thousands of Indian StudentsThe US has ended the decades-old Duration of Status (D/S) visa rule for foreign students. Know how the new four-year limit, USCIS approval process, and reduced grace period may impact Indian students.

Landslides and mudslides: Can they be prevented?

Landslides and mudslides: Can they be prevented?Heavy rains in Indonesia triggered a landslide, killing gold miners. The science of these natural disasters is simple. Preventing them is trickier.

Fungi are adapting to body heat — a 'doomsday scenario'

Fungi are adapting to body heat — a 'doomsday scenario'Researchers suggested fungi were adapting to human body temperature and becoming drug resistant. But the idea it's due to climate change is contested.

Could a Syrian war criminal be attending Paris Olympics?

Could a Syrian war criminal be attending Paris Olympics?Syrian activists are trying to stop a possible war criminal from back home from attending the Paris Olympics. It’s a lot harder to do than one might expect.