FIR against Sena leaders for noise pollution

Last Updated: Friday, October 7, 2011, 18:46

An FIR was on Friday lodged against organisers of Shiv Sena`s Dussehra rally at Shivaji Park here for alleged violation of noise pollution norms.

Scientists to study noise impact on marine life

Last Updated: Saturday, August 20, 2011, 11:19

Marine scientists would soon meet at the Paris-based Unesco to discuss measuring the impact of noise on marine life, the UN agency said.

Experts to debate noise pollution near airports

Last Updated: Monday, June 20, 2011, 18:30

Experts and aircraft and engine manufacturers will share views and recommend adoption of world`s best practices at Indian airports.

Now, lightweight curtains that ‘quench’ noise!

Last Updated: Wednesday, May 4, 2011, 13:01

In a striking acoustic innovation, Swiss researchers have developed lightweight, translucent curtain materials, which are excellent at absorbing sound.

Meet the world’s ‘loudest’ cat whose purr is as noisy as a Boeing 737!

Last Updated: Tuesday, February 22, 2011, 11:16

A feline’s purr is usually a soothing, content sound – but not in the case of Smokey.

Traffic noise ‘can increase stroke risk’

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 11:21

Exposure to noise from road traffic can increase the risk of stroke.

Shiv Sena to install noise barriers at Shivaji Park Dussehra rally

Last Updated: Sunday, October 17, 2010, 11:58

The Shiv Sena has decided to install noise barriers in central Mumbai`s Shivaji Park ground, which falls under the silence zone.

How noise pollution affects marine life

Last Updated: Wednesday, September 1, 2010, 19:14

Researchers have developed an approach that give a 3D simulated look inside the head of a Cuvier’s beaked whale, in a bid to understand the effects of noise pollution on marine life better.

Queen Latifah teams up with Dolly Parton for `Joyful Noise`

Last Updated: Monday, August 23, 2010, 09:21

Queen Latifah is all set to team up with Dolly Parton for upcoming film `Joyful Noise` centered around a gospel choir.

Noise could sound the death knell for ocean fish

Last Updated: Monday, August 16, 2010, 00:09

Growing levels of noise pollution in the ocean could drive fish away from their habitat.

New Rly locomotive to save power, reduce noise

Last Updated: Monday, August 9, 2010, 17:53

Indian Railways have rolled out an electric locomotive that will not only supply power to flagship trains like Rajdhanis and Shatabdis while pulling them but also eliminate noise pollution and save energy.