Air pollution

Delhi Air Quality Slips to 'Severe' after Diwali

Delhi chokes a day after Diwali: Dwarka worst-hit as AQI jumps to 417; Wazirpur, Anand Vihar worst hit

Delhi’s AQI hits ‘very poor’ after Diwali, with several areas in ‘severe’ zone—check which neighbourhoods are worst-hit.

Updated: October 21, 2025 09:24 IST

Delhi AQI on Diwali: Over 20 areas in ‘Red Zone’ as air quality remains in ‘Very Poor’ category – Check area-wise AQI here

As pollution worsened, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) implemented Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)…

Updated: October 20, 2025 08:39 IST

Delhi AQI crosses 400 – Check area-wise pollution levels

Delhi’s air quality has worsened to the ‘severe’ category days before Diwali, with areas like Akshardham (426) and Anand Vihar…

Updated: October 19, 2025 16:58 IST

Delhi AQI worsens, slips from ‘poor’ to ‘severe’ category just before Diwali

According to the latest update by AQI.in, the Delhi AQI at 8:00 am reached 295, whereas the Air Quality Early…

Updated: October 19, 2025 09:53 IST

Visibility drops in Delhi as AQI enters ‘Poor’ zone on Dhanteras

As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) near Akshardham recorded 230, whereas the Jawaharlal…

Updated: October 18, 2025 13:33 IST

Bursting green crackers this Diwali? Doctors reveal what they really do to your lungs

As Diwali 2025 nears, doctors warn that ‘green crackers’ may still harm your lungs. Experts explain how these so-called eco-friendly…

Updated: October 17, 2025 20:03 IST

Rheumatoid arthritis cases on rise could be due to Delhi-NCR’s toxic air, says report

Leading rheumatologists say toxic air could be behind rising cases of arthritis across Delhi-NCR. Experts share lifestyle measures to stay…

October 15, 2025 15:43 IST

Explainer: What can make a vehicle road-worthy in Delhi

Anvitii Rai elaborates on why the ELV policy is different for Delhi-NCR, and what better ways exist to identify unfit vehicles as well…

August 18, 2025 09:47 IST

CCTV, speakers, scanners: How Delhi is enforcing fuel ban on old vehicles

As of July 1, 2025, petrol pumps across the national capital are prohibited from supplying fuel to petrol and CNG…

July 1, 2025 13:09 IST

Deadly household asbestos fibres could raise lung cancer risk – What it is and expert shares tips to stay safe

Doctors warn that asbestos, a cancer-causing material banned globally, is still used in Indian homes. Invisible fibres in old roofs…

June 21, 2025 15:59 IST

Delhi govt roll outs new Air Pollution Mitigation Plan, more e-rickshaws soon

The government plans to install ANPR cameras with digital display screens at all border entry points to identify and restrict…

June 3, 2025 20:39 IST

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SC slams Delhi govt for 55% unfilled job positions in pollution control committee: ‘We cannot tolerate this’

The apex court directed the Delhi government to fill all existing vacancies by September and to file an affidavit detailing…

May 19, 2025 17:24 IST

Delhi Air Pollution: CAG report flags lapses in pollution control measures in national capital – 10 key findings here

From faulty air monitoring stations to shortage of public transport – CAG report on Delhi’s pollution highlights several key findings.

April 1, 2025 21:22 IST

Tackling pollution requires regional cooperation and an airshed approach. (Image Source: reuters)

Tackling pollution warrants regional cooperation and an airshed approach

An annual air pollution survey reveals that Delhi remains the world’s most polluted capital in 2024, while India improved its…

March 16, 2025 23:41 IST

Delhi's AQI drops to '85' after three years/ Representational Photo . (Image Source: PTI)

Delhi’s air quality improves to ‘satisfactory’ range, AQI drops to 85 – Lowest in 3 years

Delhi on Saturday recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 85, which is the lowest in the last three…

March 15, 2025 20:32 IST

GRAP 3 restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCR, stages 1 and 2 measures continue – Check what is allowed, what is not

Measures under GRAP stages I and II will remain in force to manage pollution levels, stated CAQM’s latest report.

Updated: February 3, 2025 19:35 IST

Delhi Air Pollution: GRAP-3 curbs makes a comeback in national capital – Check what is allowed, what is not

In view of Severe AQI, CAQM has decided to invoke all actions under stage III of GRAP with immediate effect…

Updated: January 29, 2025 19:13 IST

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‘Too late to recover Louvre jewels’, says expert; Pavel Durov calls it ‘sign of decline’

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Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov took a jab at the recent brazen robbery at the Louvre Museum, calling it a sign of France’s decline. His comments came amid reports claiming that the stolen priceless gems may never be recovered, as French experts believe it is highly likely the pieces will be sold for a fraction of their value and smuggled out of France.

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