Delhi, Air quality index

Explained: Why Delhi-NCR struggles with severe air pollution every winter
A study by the Centre for Science and Environment reveals that vehicular emissions are the largest contributor to Delhi's air pollution, accounting for 51.5 per cent of the city's pollution
Delhi air pollution: ‘Severe’ category persists, ban on BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel 4-wheelers
According to the Sameer app by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 404 at 6 am on Saturday.
Delhi air pollution sparks emergency measures as smog shrouds city
Air pollution choking New Delhi has ground outdoor work to a halt and disrupted air travel in the Indian capital.
Delhi's 'severe' air quality leaves residents gasping for breath
New Delhi’s air quality reached “severe” levels as dense toxic smog lingered in the Indian capital on Thursday. The average air quality reading breached 400 – the threshold to be considered “severe” – according to India’s Central Pollution Control Board.
Delhi air pollution: Air quality continues to be in `severe` category
A blanket of fog covered parts of Delhi for the second consecutive day on Thursday with the air quality index remaining in the `severe` category, an official said, reported news agency PTI. The city recorded its lowest minimum temperature of the season so far at 16.
Delhi air quality remains 'severe', thick smog engulfs city, reduces visibility
The Air Quality Index worsened from 429 on Wednesday morning to 432 on Thursday morning. Several areas in the capital region recorded an AQI of over 450.
Delhi air pollution: National capital records worst air quality as pollution hits 'severe' mark for first time this season
If the city's air quality remains in the "severe" category on Thursday, authorities may impose restrictions under the third stage of the GRAP, including a ban
Delhi pollution: Ban on BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel 4-wheelers to combat 'severe' AQI; violators to be fined ₹20,000
The Delhi government has imposed a ban on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers from Friday, under Graded Response ...
Delhi Air Pollution: Govt. Bans BS-III Petrol, BS-IV Diesel 4-Wheelers Amid 'Severe' AQI; Rs 20,000 Fine For Violators
This measure comes as part of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-III), which aims to combat severe air pollution levels.
Delhi smog visible from space as air quality ranked ‘severe’ for second day running
Northern India encountered the recurring annual pre-winter event of air emergency where the Air Quality Index (AQI) readings ...
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Delhi Government Bans Older Vehicles Amid Rising Pollution Levels; GRAP-III Enforced
The Delhi government has announced a ban on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers starting Friday to combat the ...
Delhi's air pollution turns 'severe' as temperatures, wind speeds drop
A toxic haze enveloped India's national capital on Wednesday morning as temperatures dropped and pollution surged, reducing ...
Delhi govt. enforces stricter curbs on vehicles, staggered office timings to battle air pollution
Delhi government introduces anti-pollution measures, including vehicle bans and staggered office timings, as air quality ...
Air pollution: Delhi schools make face masks mandatory for students, restrict outdoor activities
Various school authorities in the national capital are taking measures to safeguard the students of class six and above who ...
Delhi air pollution: GRAP 3 imposed in NCR; what's allowed, what's not - key details
Delhi NCR enforces GRAP Stage 3 due to hazardous air quality, halting non-essential construction and restricting vehicle use ...
Beware! Delhi Air Pollution Can Trigger Eczema, Says Study; Here's How You Can Mitigate The Risk
Eczema cases are rising in areas with high air pollution, according to a Yale University study. Exposure to fine particulate ...