Page 21 - Latest Updates on Air Quality Index
SC orders centre, police to monitor truck entry at 113 checkposts in Delhi
The top court clarified that Stage-IV measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) would remain in effect until further orders, even if AQI levels drop below 450
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SC flags lapses in Grap-IV in Delhi-NCR, seeks report on truck entry
The Supreme Court criticised delays in enforcing Grap-IV curbs as Delhi's AQI hit 'severe-plus' earlier this week; seeks reports on non-essential heavy vehicle entries at 13 major checkpoints
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Delhi's poor air quality level linked to rise in 'walking pneumonia' cases
Air quality in Delhi-NCR remains 'very poor' with AQI levels reaching up to 414, aggravating health risks. Hospitals report a surge in walking pneumonia cases due to the toxic pollution
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Delhi AQI improves to 'very poor' but Grap-IV to remain active: here's why
Delhi weather and AQI updates: The fog conditions in the national capital have improved, with the India Meteorological Department predicting moderate fog and mist to persist for the next seven days
 "Delhi AQI improves to 'very poor' but Grap-IV to remain active: here's why")
Delhi's air improves slightly after 8 days, AQI at 'very poor' level
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, with AQI at 379, but remains "very poor"; visibility affected, flights delayed, and schools in Delhi and NCR shut due to severe pollution
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Increased pollution fuels smog crisis across north India, study finds
A study reveals that rising pollution levels are aggravating winter smog in northern India, with aerosols intensifying the temperature inversion effect, worsening air quality in Delhi
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CAQM amends Grap Stages III, IV: stricter measures enforced in Delhi-NCR
The amendments come amidst heightened concern over Delhi-NCR's air pollution, which recently entered the Severe+ category with Air Quality Index (AQI) levels exceeding 450
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At 122, harmful AQI days in 2024 six more than last year
From January 1 to November 18, there were 122 days when the air quality index (AQI) exceeded 201, compared to 116 days during the same period in 2023
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Delhi AQI in severe category; Rai announces work from home for govt staff
The AQI of Gurugram stood at 402 and it was 434 in Ghaziabad
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Air pollution woes: Delhi hospitals see 50% jump in OPD visits, admissions
Jump in numbers comes as north Indian cities record AQI in excess of 350, Mumbai crosses 120
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Delhi's traders face 20% loss as pollution, curbs deter consumers: Cait
Cait Secretary General Khandelwal urges govt to involve trade associations in policy-making, adopt electric trucks for logistics, and offer financial support to businesses
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Delhi govt seeks Centre's nod for artificial rain amid rising pollution
Rai said the Centre has not acted on the Delhi government's repeated requests to allow artificial rain in the national capital
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Delhi's toxic air: AQI hits 500, schools, colleges shift to online classes
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), AQI levels in several locations, including Anand Vihar, Jahangirpuri, and Bawana, reached the 500-mark early Tuesday morning
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Fog clouds Mumbai, UP, Haryana; air quality drops and reduces visibility
The air quality in the national capital also remained in the 'severe plus' category for the second consecutive day
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Smog disrupts supply chains, output for 3.4 million MSMEs in north India
Air pollution: Industry bodies say prolonged smog exposure is affecting workers' health, leading to reduced productivity and extended production delays
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Health secy issues advisory as AQI worsens, SC enforces Grap IV in Delhi
The advisory includes recommendations for states and UTs to strengthen existing health systems and raise awareness among vulnerable groups and at-risk occupations
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Air purifier and mask sales surge as Delhi-NCR battles severe air pollution
Vijendra Mohan, the owner of Air Expert India, a dealership in Indirapuram, said their air purifier sales have witnessed a significant increase after air pollution breached the 'severe' level
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Delhi: Central govt employees asks WFH amid hazardous air quality
The association said that alarming deterioration in air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) persistently hovering around hazardous levels, poses severe health risks, especially to those
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Life-threatening air quality in Delhi-NCR: What can citizens, govt do now?
As per experts, air pollution has far-reaching effects on various organs in the body. For the lungs, it can lead to conditions like allergic rhinitis, asthma, COPD, as well as lung cancer
Schools till class 9 move online amid severe plus air quality in Delhi-NCR
Amid worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, additional restrictions like restrictions on diesel-powered vehicles and entry of trucks with non-essential items is implemented to control the air pollution
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