Page 10 - Latest Updates on Air Quality Index
Delhi schools till Class 5 to conduct classes in hybrid mode as AQI worsens
Earlier today, the Central government invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) after the air quality index (AQI) in Delhi rose to 425 and hovered in the "severe" category
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Grap Stage III implemented in Delhi: Here's what will be restricted
Delhi's AQI climbed from 425 on Tuesday morning due to calm winds, stable weather, and poor dispersion, allowing pollutants to stay trapped near the surface
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Delhi air quality turns 'severe' with AQI at 442; Jahangirpuri worst hit
North and east Delhi's industrial belts continue to choke, with Jahangirpuri, Rohini, and Shahdara topping the city's pollution list, according to a hyperlocal study
 "Delhi air quality turns 'severe' with AQI at 442; Jahangirpuri worst hit")
What breathing air at AQI 50 feels like for your lungs and body, explained
AQI 50, a figure Delhiites can only dream of, still isn't pure air. Doctor explains how even at this level, your body works to counter invisible pollutants
 "What breathing air at AQI 50 feels like for your lungs and body, explained")
Doctors warn of surge in chest ailments due to air pollution in Delhi-NCR
According to a Chest Surgeon, people have resorted to the usage of Nebulisers, which help patients inhale medicine directly into their lungs
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Delhi's air quality dips to 'very poor' as thick smog blankets city
Visibility remained low across several parts of the city, while residents reported eye irritation, sore throats, headaches, and respiratory discomfort
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Delhi's air quality turns 'severe' as smog blanket shows no sign of lift
Residents report health discomfort as pollution levels show no signs of easing, with AQI readings above 400 at multiple stations; GRAP Stage-II measures continue across Delhi-NCR
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Delhi CM Gupta encourages use of public transport amid 'very poor' AQI
According to the Delhi Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Gupta encourages private institutions to prioritise work-from-home arrangements in light of the prevailing pollution situation
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Delhi enters 'red zone' as pollution crosses 400-mark, AQI turns severe
Several parts of the city recorded pollution levels in the 'severe' category. Monitoring stations reported an AQI of 404 at Alipur, 402 at ITO, 406 at Nehru Nagar
Delhi's air quality remains in 'very poor' category, AQI rises to 355
Delhiites breathed the most polluted air in the country on Friday, emerging as the most polluted city nationwide, followed by nearby NCR towns
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Delhi air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' category, AQI rises to 312
Doctors have urged residents, particularly children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions, to limit outdoor activity during peak pollution hours
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Wellness expert moves SC to declare air pollution national health emergency
Health coach Luke Coutinho has filed a PIL in the Supreme Court seeking urgent action on India's worsening air pollution, citing violations of citizens' right to life and health under Article 21
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Delhi's annual battle with air pollution: Aiims issues health advisory
As Delhi's air quality plunges into 'very poor' levels post-Diwali, Aiims has issued a video advisory on how to stay safe from toxic air and limit exposure to pollution
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OPD flooded with patients: Delhi doctors sound alarm over rising pollution
According to Doctors, many people are currently suffering from various respiratory conditions, including throat irritation, rhinitis, a runny nose, itchy eyes, and severe chest congestion
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Delhi pollution today: AQI remains 'poor' despite anti-smog measures
Meteorologists have attributed the rise in pollution to a western disturbance that has reduced wind speed and caused atmospheric stagnation
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Delhi's air quality improves marginally but remains in 'poor' category
Delhi pollution AQI today: Meteorologists have attributed the rise in pollution to western disturbance that has reduced wind speed and caused atmospheric stagnation
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Delhi air pollution: Can your body get used to it? Doctors debunk myth
Feeling 'used to' Delhi's smog doesn't mean you're safe. Experts warn your lungs never adapt to pollution; they just get desensitised as long-term damage quietly builds up
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Delhi AQI: Thick smog blankets city as AQI breaches 400, air turns 'severe'
Stagnant winds and a western disturbance are trapping pollutants over Delhi, pushing AQI beyond 400 in parts of NCR and prompting health warnings for residents
 "Delhi AQI: Thick smog blankets city as AQI breaches 400, air turns 'severe'")
Delhi air pollution: Are marathon, cycling events in toxic air a good idea?
Doctors warn that running or cycling in Delhi's polluted air could trigger inflammation, heart irregularities, and breathing distress - and advise cancelling events when AQI exceeds 300
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Several air monitoring stations not working: SC seeks CAQM report
The CAQM's lawyer said that the Central Pollution Control Board has the data and will file the relevant report, while CAQM has already submitted one on preventive actions
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