Developed by Urban Air Laboratory (incubated at IIT Ropar), this plant-based smart bio-filter combines:

For a long time, many people believed that an air purifier for home was just another fancy gadget for the elite. Something you’d find in five-star hotels or offices, but not a regular household. For years, people thought of air purifiers as a luxury-something only high-end households kept in their living rooms. But let’s ask a simple question: Is clean air really a luxury?

We all know that the air we breathe is essential for life, but how often do we think about its quality? While we tend to focus on what we eat or how much we exercise, the air around us plays a crucial role in our overall health; especially when it comes to our respiratory system. Air quality isn't just an environmental issue; it directly affects the health of our lungs and can have both immediate and long-term consequences on our respiratory health.

In recent years, the air quality in major Indian cities has seen a sharp decline, with cities like Delhi, Sonipat, Ghaziabad and much more frequently ranking among the most polluted globally. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in these areas can exceed 400 to 500, reaching hazardous levels, especially during the winter months. Living in such environments poses significant health risks, including respiratory issues, cardiovascular diseases, and a reduced life expectancy by as much as

Expert tips for Indoor Plant Care to improve air quality.

Have you ever noticed mold creeping up your walls or around your windows in humid areas of your home?

Indian households have always trusted nature. A tulsi plant in the courtyard. Neem trees outside homes. Aloe vera by the windowsill. But as cities grew more polluted, these natural guardians weren’t enough. That’s when innovators asked: What if we could combine the power of plants with the precision of technology? The answer gave birth to uBreathe natural air purifiers - devices designed not just to trap pollution, but to revitalize indoor air with plant-based bio-filtr

Many people believe shutting windows keeps pollutants out, but in reality, it often traps toxins inside. Without ventilation, indoor pollutants accumulate, and studies show indoor air quality can be 2–5 times worse than outdoor air. This means while you are protecting yourself from smog, your indoor environment may be doing more damage silently.

Now, I’m not here to dismiss machines entirely. A good HEPA-filter purifier can capture 99.97% of tiny particles, including PM2.5, something plants can’t do quickly. They also work in all weather conditions and are lifesavers for people with asthma or severe allergies.

Every morning, my grandmother would water her plants and talk to them. Not in whispers, but in full conversations, as if they were relatives visiting for tea. One day I asked her why. She smiled, “Beta, plants don’t just survive on air and water. They thrive on care.”