Delhi civic body to install mist sprayers on electric poles to curb pollution
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Delhi civic body to install mist sprayers on electric poles to curb pollution

India Today  

The New Delhi Municipal Council has announced plans to install mist sprayers on electric poles as part of efforts to combat air pollution in the city. According to NDMC Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal, the first phase will involve the installation of 15 mist sprayers on a 500-meter stretch of Lodhi Road. PART OF BROADER EFFORTS TO TACKLE POLLUTION NDMC has already undertaken several measures to address pollution, including the deployment of Mechanical Road Sweepers with GPS tracking for efficient road cleaning and anti-smog guns to reduce dust and particulate matter. The pilot project on Lodhi Road is seen as a potential model for tackling pollution in other parts of the city and could be scaled up to address air quality issues more broadly.

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‘Very dense fog’ in Delhi as visibility drops to zero; flight services impacted
1 day, 7 hours ago

‘Very dense fog’ in Delhi as visibility drops to zero; flight services impacted

The Hindu  

A thick layer of fog enveloped the national capital on Friday morning, with visibility reducing to zero. As per the prediction of the Met Department, the minimum temperature expected today is 6°C while the maximum temperature is expected to hover around 20°C with "very dense fog." Meanwhile, in view of the dense fog, the Delhi Airport issued an advisory for …

Anti-pollution curbs heightened as air quality deteriorates in Delhi-NCR
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1 day, 13 hours ago

Anti-pollution curbs heightened as air quality deteriorates in Delhi-NCR

The Hindu  

As the air quality deteriorated in Delhi-NCR, the Centre on Thursday banned construction and demolition activities, plying of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars, and shifted classes for students up to grade five to hybrid mode. The measures are part of Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan, a set of short-term emergency measures to reduce air pollution imposed …

Air quality panel seeks action plans to reduce dust pollution in Delhi-NCR
2 days, 9 hours ago

Air quality panel seeks action plans to reduce dust pollution in Delhi-NCR

India Today  

The Commission for Air Quality Management has issued a framework to reduce dust pollution in the Delhi-NCR region and its nearby areas. The panel has directed Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to prepare area-specific action plans to control dust pollution for 2025. The directives include essential measures such as regular road sweeping, the greening of roadsides, and strict dust …

Pollution curbs under GRAP-3 lifted in Delhi-NCR, restrictions on vehicles eased
6 days, 9 hours ago

Pollution curbs under GRAP-3 lifted in Delhi-NCR, restrictions on vehicles eased

India Today  

The Centre's panel on air quality in Delhi-NCR announced the rollback of Stage 3 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan on Sunday following a decline in pollution levels in the capital city and adjoining areas, as per an official statement. Delhi's air quality has shown improvement, with the 24-hour average air quality index standing at 339 at 4 pm …

Stage 3 GRAP restrictions imposed in Delhi-NCR as air pollution worsens
1 week ago

Stage 3 GRAP restrictions imposed in Delhi-NCR as air pollution worsens

India TV News  

The Commission for Air Quality Management on Friday revived the third phase of the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi and NCR as air pollution levels soared. "In an effort to prevent further deterioration of the air quality and in pursuance of the Hon'ble Supreme Court's directives, the Sub Committee on GRAP hereby decides to invoke ALL actions under Stage-III …

Toxic smog blankets Delhi as severe air pollution disrupts daily life and travel
1 week, 1 day ago

Toxic smog blankets Delhi as severe air pollution disrupts daily life and travel

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The live pollution rankings published by Swiss air quality …

End-of-life vehicles may soon be refused fuel in Delhi to curb air pollution
1 week, 3 days ago

End-of-life vehicles may soon be refused fuel in Delhi to curb air pollution

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Do you still drive an end-of-life vehicle in the Delhi-national capital region? The government has set up a panel to craft a comprehensive strategy, potentially including banning commercial vehicles with engines below BS-VI from entering Delhi, to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR, they said, requesting not to be identified. This comes against the backdrop of poor air quality …

Delhi’s air quality deteriorates despite rains as toxic smog blankets city
2 weeks ago

Delhi’s air quality deteriorates despite rains as toxic smog blankets city

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The national capital experienced relentless rains on Friday, but remained enveloped in a thick blanket of smog, rendering the city landscape rather gloomy. The air quality index in the national capital region deteriorated to 353 on Friday, from 345 a day earlier, remaining in the ‘very poor’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. The …

Delhi rains: Rainfall sweeps national capital, Noida; AQI soars above 400 in THESE areas; more rain expected today
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Delhi rains: Rainfall sweeps national capital, Noida; AQI soars above 400 in THESE areas; more rain expected today

Live Mint  

Delhiites woke up to light rainfall early in the morning today, December 27. A video shared by news agency ANI showed visuals from India Gate as the National Capital received rainfall today. More showers expected in Delhi today As per RWFC Delhi, light to moderate rain, thunderstorms accompanied with lightning and gusty winds along with shallow fog are expected in …

Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor' after drizzle; IMD warns with yellow alert
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor' after drizzle; IMD warns with yellow alert

India Today  

Delhi woke up to a cold wave on Friday, December 27, as parts of the National Capital Region experienced early morning rain. While the rainfall provided temporary relief from winter dryness, the Air Quality Index remained in the 'very poor' category, recorded at 371 around 8 am., according to the Central Pollution Control Board. Anand vihar 398 IGI airport 340 …

Delhi airport issues advisory as flights may get affected amid dense fog; GRAP 4 lifted as AQI improves
Top News
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Delhi airport issues advisory as flights may get affected amid dense fog; GRAP 4 lifted as AQI improves

Hindustan Times  

Parts of Delhi and its adjoining areas were enveloped by dense fog on Wednesday morning, prompting the Indira Gandhi International Airport to issue an advisory over the possible impact on flights. The Delhi airport said in its advisory on Wednesday morning that flights that are not CAT III compliant may get affected, requesting passengers to contact the airline for updated …

Central air quality panel relaxes curbs as pollution declines in Delhi
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Central air quality panel relaxes curbs as pollution declines in Delhi

The Hindu  

The Central panel tasked with improving the air quality in Delhi-National Capital Region on Tuesday lifted its most stringent curbs amid a dip in pollution levels. The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas had reimposed Stage IV restrictions under its Graded Response Action Plan on December 16 after the city’s pollution levels nosedived sharply from a …

Delhi AQI remains ‘severe’ at 401 as rain fails to bring air pollution levels down
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi AQI remains ‘severe’ at 401 as rain fails to bring air pollution levels down

Hindustan Times  

Delhi woke to 'severe' category air quality on Tuesday, with the overall Air Quality Index at 401 at around 7 am, a day after the city received light rain, which failed to bring the pollution levels down significantly. As per the Central Pollution Control Board, an AQI between 0 and 50 is considered "good," 51-100 "satisfactory," 101-200 "moderate," 201-300 "poor," …

Centre's air quality panel revokes GRAP stage 4 curbs amid dip in pollution levels in Delhi-NCR
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Centre's air quality panel revokes GRAP stage 4 curbs amid dip in pollution levels in Delhi-NCR

India TV News  

Delhi-NCR pollution: The Commission for Air Quality Management on Tuesday revoked stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi-NCR amid a dip in pollution levels. Delhi air quality predicts to improve further Delhi's air pollution levels showed improvement on Tuesday, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index recorded at 369 by 4 pm. Stage 4, the most stringent …

Light rainfall brings chills to Delhi as cold wave looms, air quality remains ‘severe’
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Light rainfall brings chills to Delhi as cold wave looms, air quality remains ‘severe’

Live Mint  

Parts of Delhi witnessed light rainfall early Monday, with temprature being recorded at 12-14 degrees Celcius, as per the India Meteorological Department. Delhi air quality Meanwhile, the Air Quality Index in the city remained in the 'severe' category and was measured at 402 at 8:30 am as per SAFAR, the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research. AQI …

Delhi’s AQI back in ‘severe’ zone amid GRAP-4 restrictions
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Delhi’s AQI back in ‘severe’ zone amid GRAP-4 restrictions

Hindustan Times  

The air quality in the Capital deteriorated to the “severe” zone again on Sunday, after the air quality index over the past day provided a much-needed respite from a four-day streak of “severe” AQI from last Tuesday to Friday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board’s daily air bulletin. With an average 24-hour AQI reading of 409 recorded on the …

Delhi air pollution: AQI back to ‘severe’ as cold wave continues to grip national capital | Updates
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Delhi air pollution: AQI back to ‘severe’ as cold wave continues to grip national capital | Updates

Hindustan Times  

Delhi AQI today: After improving to ‘very poor’ category, the air quality index in Delhi has once again slipped to ‘severe’, with the AQI of 427 at 7am on Sunday. Delhi's AQI has been consistently deteriorating since last Sunday due to a drop in windspeed, making it the worst since December 2021. Delhi's AQI on Sunday morning: Anand Vihar: 427 …

Delhi cold wave: People take refuge at night shelters as temperature dips in Delhi
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Delhi cold wave: People take refuge at night shelters as temperature dips in Delhi

The Hindu  

Delhi continued to be the most polluted place in India — for the fourth consecutive day — with the overall air quality of the national capital continuing to be in the “severe” category on Thursday morning, according to official data. Delhi’s overall 24-hour average air quality index was 450 at 9 a.m. on Thursday, as per the Central Pollution Control …

No relief from toxic air despite curbs in force
3 weeks, 2 days ago

No relief from toxic air despite curbs in force

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Delhi residents woke up to another day of toxic air quality on Wednesday, with the overall Air Quality Index hovering above 440 in the “severe” category, even as Graded Response Action Plan IV restrictions remained in effect across the capital and NCR. Of the 37 monitoring stations listed on the Sameer app, which provides hourly updates on the …

Delhi curbs industrial activities and limits offices to 50% capacity as air quality plummets
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Delhi curbs industrial activities and limits offices to 50% capacity as air quality plummets

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Delhi’s air quality has plunged …

Cold wave in Delhi to worsen this winter? City shivers, IMD predicts mercury may drop to...
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Cold wave in Delhi to worsen this winter? City shivers, IMD predicts mercury may drop to...

Live Mint  

Delhi weather alert today: With a cold wave warning looming across North India, the weather department has predicted dense fog in the national capital. Delhi AQI Delhi's air quality plummeted to alarming levels on Wednesday despite the strictest measures, including a ban on construction activities and truck entry into the city, coming into force. According to Central Pollution Control Board …

Delhi Airport issues advisory to flyers amid spike in air pollution; AQI hits ’severe plus’ category in some areas
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Delhi Airport issues advisory to flyers amid spike in air pollution; AQI hits ’severe plus’ category in some areas

Live Mint  

The Delhi Airport issued has an advisory as air quality deteriorated further in the national capital on Tuesday. The update came less than a day after the Central air quality panel for Delhi-NCR imposed Stage IV curbs under a revamped pollution control plan. Air quality in the national capital region plunged into the ‘severe’ category on Tuesday morning — with …

Delhi's air quality ‘severe’ at over 420 as GRAP 4 returns | Check area-wise AQI
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi's air quality ‘severe’ at over 420 as GRAP 4 returns | Check area-wise AQI

Hindustan Times  

Delhi woke up to an ‘severe’ category air quality on Tuesday, with the overall AQI at 421 at around 8 am, according to the central government's Sameer app, which provides hourly updates on the National Air Quality Index. The Air Quality Index of other cities in the National Capital Region was no better, with Greater Noida recording an AQI of …

Delhi pollution: Air quality slips to severe category; CAQM tightens curbs
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi pollution: Air quality slips to severe category; CAQM tightens curbs

The Hindu  

The Central panel tasked with improving air quality in the Delhi-National Capital Region on Monday once again invoked its most stringent curbs as pollution levels soared sharply over the past day due to unfavourable meteorological factors that prevented the dispersal of pollutants in air. The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas ordered the imposition of the …

Stricter anti-pollution measures reinforced in Delhi as AQI drops amid cold wave
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Stricter anti-pollution measures reinforced in Delhi as AQI drops amid cold wave

Hindustan Times  

The Centre’s air quality panel has invoked the third phase of the Graded Response Action Plan in Delhi-NCR as the national capital grapples with a sharp rise in pollution levels. The decision was triggered after the Air Quality Index crossed into 'very poor' category on Monday. The decision was triggered after the Air Quality Index crossed into 'very poor' category …

Delhi-NCR pollution: Centre tightens curbs, revises plan to tackle winter air quality
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Delhi-NCR pollution: Centre tightens curbs, revises plan to tackle winter air quality

Live Mint  

Air pollution curbs were strengthened on Saturday amid continued concerns in the Delhi-NCR region. Inter-state buses from the NCR states will now be stopped from entering Delhi under Stage II — previously a Stage III restriction. People with disabilities remain exempt from restrictions imposed on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars in Delhi and the districts of Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, …

Revised, stricter air pollution control plan for Delhi-NCR. Details here
4 weeks ago

Revised, stricter air pollution control plan for Delhi-NCR. Details here

India Today  

The Centre has revised its air pollution control plan for Delhi-NCR to tackle the worsening air quality during the winter months. The new measures include mandatory hybrid learning for schools on days with severe pollution and restrictions on inter-state buses, with exceptions for electric, CNG, and BS-VI diesel vehicles. The revised plan mandates hybrid learning for schools on days with …

Delhi air quality remains 'poor', light rain today expected to intensify cold
1 month ago

Delhi air quality remains 'poor', light rain today expected to intensify cold

India Today  

Delhi’s air quality remained in the "poor" category on Sunday morning, with a thick layer of smog enveloping the city. As per the Central Pollution Control Board data, the overall Air Quality Index of the national capital was 272 at 8 am. The rain may The decline in air quality came days after the Supreme Court allowed the easing of …

Slight relief as Delhi air quality remains ‘moderate’ for third day
1 month ago

Slight relief as Delhi air quality remains ‘moderate’ for third day

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Delhi residents woke up to clearer skies for the third consecutive day on Friday, as the city’s air quality remained in the ‘moderate’ category, offering temporary relief from the toxic haze that has plagued the national capital for weeks. However, the city’s average AQI increased to 197, up from the 165 recorded a day earlier, according to the …

At 7.1°C, Delhi wakes up to coldest morning of season, air quality 'poor' again
1 month ago

At 7.1°C, Delhi wakes up to coldest morning of season, air quality 'poor' again

India Today  

Delhi shivered through its coldest morning of the season on Saturday, as the mercury dropped to 7.1° Celsius, three degrees below the season's average. The city’s air quality also took a turn for the worse, slipping back into the ‘poor’ category. The Central Pollution Control Board recorded an Air Quality Index of 222 around 9 AM, placing the city in …

‘Itna bhayankar…’: Nitin Gadkari explains why he doesn't like living in Delhi
1 month ago

‘Itna bhayankar…’: Nitin Gadkari explains why he doesn't like living in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Union minister Nitin Gadkari has voiced concerns over Delhi’s alarming pollution levels, saying they directly affect his health and make him hesitant to visit the national capital. Union Minister of Roads, Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari speaks in Lok Sabha during the Winter Session of Parliament, in New Delhi At an event in New Delhi on Tuesday, the senior Bharatiya …

Delhi’s air quality remains moderate; slight rise in pollution levels
1 month ago

Delhi’s air quality remains moderate; slight rise in pollution levels

Hindustan Times  

Delhi’s air quality remained in the “moderate” category on Friday even as there was a slight rise in pollution levels and the mercury dipped to a degree below the normal. A dip in air quality was expected on Friday despite wind speed staying near 10 km per hour. “Delhi’s air quality is likely to be in the ‘poor’ category from …

Delhi pollution: Supreme Court allows GRAP 4 measures to be relaxed to GRAP Stage 2, says will monitor AQI
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1 month ago

Delhi pollution: Supreme Court allows GRAP 4 measures to be relaxed to GRAP Stage 2, says will monitor AQI

Live Mint  

Delhi pollution: The Supreme Court, on Thursday, allowed GRAP 4 measures to be relaxed to GRAP Stage 2 in Delhi. The court directed CAQM to ensure that any day when Air Quality Index crosses 350 or 400, then GRAP Stage 3 or Stage 4 should be immediately enforced. Supreme Court raps Delhi government The SC also pulled up the Delhi …

Rare foray into ‘moderate’ zone on a windy winter day in Delhi
1 month ago

Rare foray into ‘moderate’ zone on a windy winter day in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Millions of Delhi residents received a rare reprieve from pollution on Wednesday as strong winds and relatively warm weather pushed the air quality into the “moderate” category – giving the Capital its cleanest air day in nearly two months, and cleanest air day in December in nearly two years. This marked a significant improvement from Tuesday’s “poor” AQI of 268, …

Delhi's AQI shows slight improvement in December amid air pollution concerns
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1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi's AQI shows slight improvement in December amid air pollution concerns

Hindustan Times  

Delhi residents woke up to slightly-improved air quality on Tuesday as the Air Quality Index stood at 274 in the morning, marking the third consecutive day of relief. New Delhi, India : An office goer is seen wearing a mask amid the polluted weather at Anand Vihar Bus terminal in New Delhi The beginning of December has been relatively easier …

‘Until downward trend in AQI’: Supreme Court says ‘no’ to relaxing GRAP-4 curbs in Delhi
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Until downward trend in AQI’: Supreme Court says ‘no’ to relaxing GRAP-4 curbs in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Emergency measures under Stage-4 of the Graded Action Response Plan, which deals with air pollution in Delhi, will be relaxed only after a "downward trend" is observed in the Air Quality Index of the Capital, the Supreme Court said on Monday. New Delhi, India- December 02, 2024: A view of foggy winter morning view amid rising air pollution near Kalindi …

Can Artificial Rain, Drones, or Satellites Clean Toxic Air?
1 month, 1 week ago

Can Artificial Rain, Drones, or Satellites Clean Toxic Air?

Wired  

As winter sets in, a dense layer of toxic smog has descended over Delhi, driving the city’s air quality down to its worst level in eight years. On November 18, the Air Quality Index hit 494, plunging the city’s pollution levels into the “severe plus” category, the worst classification possible. “Two times, three times, four times, five times higher than …

Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: SC refuses to relax GRAP-4 restrictions, says ‘hardly any implementation of…’
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: SC refuses to relax GRAP-4 restrictions, says ‘hardly any implementation of…’

Live Mint  

Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: The Supreme Court on Monday said that there has to be a downward trend in the Air Quality Index level before it relaxes Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan. Meanwhile, the court also proposed investigating all causes of air pollution in NCR and trying to find a permanent solution. The Supreme Court questioned how many …

Delhi's Air Quality Improves With First ‘Poor’ Category AQI In A Month, Experts Credit These Factors
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi's Air Quality Improves With First ‘Poor’ Category AQI In A Month, Experts Credit These Factors

ABP News  

The Air Quality Index of Delhi has dipped below 300 for the first time in over a month, as dry northwesterly winds and ample sunlight, helped disperse pollutants. The air quality of the city was last measured in the "poor" category on October 29, with an AQI of 268, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. Whereas, on …

Delhi air pollution: Air quality continues to remain in ‘very poor’ category with AQI stands at 316
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi air pollution: Air quality continues to remain in ‘very poor’ category with AQI stands at 316

Live Mint  

The air quality in Delhi remains in the 'very poor' category on Sunday, with the AQI recorded at 316. A layer of smog engulfed the area around India Gate as the Air Quality Index across Delhi continues to be in the 'very poor' category, as per the Central Pollution Control Board. Refusing to relax the fourth stage of curbs put …

Delhi-NCR air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category, residents raise health concerns
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi-NCR air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category, residents raise health concerns

The Hindu  

The air quality in the national capital continues to remain in the 'very poor category' on Sunday with the AQI recorded at '316'. A layer of smog engulfed the area around India Gate as the Air Quality Index across Delhi continues to be in the 'very poor' category, as per the Central Pollution Control Board. Refusing to relax the fourth …

Winters of despair: How Delhi's annual pollution curbs affect construction workers
1 month, 1 week ago

Winters of despair: How Delhi's annual pollution curbs affect construction workers

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: "When they stop our work, we don't just lose the wages. He was one of thousands of migrant and local construction workers rendered jobless following the November 11 ban on construction, prompted by the Delhi-NCR's air quality plunging to hazardous levels. "Even though working in the polluted air makes it hard for us to breathe, I would rather …

No Respite From Pollution As Delhi AQI Remains 'Very Poor'
1 month, 1 week ago

No Respite From Pollution As Delhi AQI Remains 'Very Poor'

ABP News  

Pollution woes continue to choke Delhi as the air quality in the city continues to be in the "very poor" category. The city is also experiencing colder days as the mercury continues to dip with Friday being the coldest night of the season with the temperatures dropping to 9.5 degrees Celsius. #WATCH | Delhi: The Air Quality Index in the …

Delhi air quality remains in 'very poor' category for third consecutive day
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi air quality remains in 'very poor' category for third consecutive day

India TV News  

For the third day in a row, the air quality in Delhi remained in the 'very poor' category on Saturday, as the AQI was recorded as 351 at 9 am as per the Central Pollution Control Board. The most polluted part of the national capital remained Mundka, with severe air quality and an AQI of 401. AQI at different parts …

Amid severe pollution, this Delhi home maintains AQI of 10-15 with 15,000 plants
1 month, 1 week ago

Amid severe pollution, this Delhi home maintains AQI of 10-15 with 15,000 plants

India Today  

Amid the smog-choked streets of Delhi, where the air quality index frequently crosses the 300 mark, one home stands as a beacon of environmental sustainability. Located in the locality of Sainik Farms in South Delhi, the residence of Peter Singh and Nino Kaur has managed to maintain an astonishingly low AQI of just 10-15, thanks to an unconventional yet ingenious …

Delhi’s air quality hits 'very poor' category again, hazy conditions persist
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi’s air quality hits 'very poor' category again, hazy conditions persist

India TV News  

Delhi's air quality once again plunged into the "Very Poor" category on Friday, November 29, 2024, with the Air Quality Index recorded at 332 at 7 a.m., according to the Central Pollution Control Board. Anand Vihar: AQI 393 Rohini: AQI 360 ITO: AQI 309 Shreenivas Puri: AQI 283 Sonia Vihar: AQI 287 Punjabi Bagh: AQI 299 Ghaziabad : AQI 209 …

Winds continue to carry off pollutants, improve Delhi air
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Winds continue to carry off pollutants, improve Delhi air

Hindustan Times  

The marginal improvement in air pollution that Delhi residents have experienced owing to strong winds over the past few days continued on Wednesday with the air quality remaining in the lower end of “very poor”, data showed. Out of the 38 monitoring stations providing data in Delhi on Wedesnday, 17 recorded “poor” air quality, while the remaining 21 remained in …

Should India move its capital out of New Delhi to escape air pollution, but to where?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Should India move its capital out of New Delhi to escape air pollution, but to where?

Firstpost  

With Delhi air quality continuing to remain poor, a debate has ensued about shifting India’s national capital to escape pollution. It’s been almost a month, India’s capital Delhi and neighbouring areas, including Noida, Ghaziabad and Gurugram, have been breathing toxic air. A vehicle sprays water to curb dust and pollution as the sky is enveloped with smog after Delhi’s air …

Delhi Air Quality Shows Slight Improvement, AQI Nears 'Poor' Category
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Quality Shows Slight Improvement, AQI Nears 'Poor' Category

ABP News  

The air quality in Delhi showed a slight improvement as pollution level decreased in the national capital with the Air Quality Index nearing the 'poor' category. Of the 38 monitoring stations that record air quality, none reported levels in the severe category, as per the CPCB. On Tuesday, 17 of the 39 monitoring stations in the country recorded air quality …

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