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Single-use plastic banned in Vizag amid rising pollution levels

IndiaTimes Thursday, 21 November 2024
Visakhapatnam has taken action against rising pollution levels by banning single-use plastics. Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is advocating for biodegradable alternatives. Despite previous funding for pollution control, the city's AQI reached 184. The government is actively reviewing the situation and plans to implement further measures to combat the issue.
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International Yoga Day: PM Modi Performs Yoga, Promotes Global Wellness At Visakhapatnam Event [Video]

International Yoga Day: PM Modi Performs Yoga, Promotes Global Wellness At Visakhapatnam Event

On International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a mass yoga session in Visakhapatnam, emphasizing yoga’s role in fostering global health and harmony. Addressing a large gathering, PM Modi highlighted yoga as India’s timeless gift to the world and encouraged people everywhere to adopt it for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The event saw enthusiastic participation from all age groups, showcasing yoga's unifying power across cultures and communities. #PMModiYogaDay #InternationalYogaDay2025 #YogaWithPMModi #YogaDayVisakhapatnam #PMModiLive #YogaDay2025 #11thInternationalYogaDay #ModiYogaEvent #YogaForWellness #PMModiInVizag #YogaDayCelebration #YogaIndia #YogaDayLive #InternationalDayOfYoga2025 #YogaUnites ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.346~

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