Page 22 - Latest Updates on Air Quality Index
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', police ramps up vehicle checks
Residents of Delhi are at the risk of developing lung damage as thick layers of smog continue to cover the national capital
 "Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', police ramps up vehicle checks")
Highlights: Sebi introduces mark-to-market basis valuation for repo transactions by mutual funds
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Delhi's air quality deteriorates, hits 'severe' category in several areas
At 8:30 a.m., ITO recorded an AQI of 282, Chandni Chowk 353, Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium 411, Patparganj 408, Mandir Marg 413, Lodhi Road 321 and Anand Vihar 438, according to CPCB
 "Delhi's air quality deteriorates, hits 'severe' category in several areas")
Delhi schools to conduct classes in hybrid mode after CAQM's directive
In compliance with the CAQM order, the Directorate of Education, Government of Delhi, has issued instructions to the heads of all government, government-aided, and unaided recognised private schools
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Relief in Delhi as air quality improves to 'unhealthy' from 'hazardous'
Delhiites woke to a thin layer of smog and haze that continues to blanket parts of the city
 "Relief in Delhi as air quality improves to 'unhealthy' from 'hazardous'")
News highlights: Priyanka Gandhi wins in debut poll contest in Wayanad by a margin of over 410,000
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Delhi AQI: Air quality returns to 'severe' as smog blankets the city
Low visibility led to several train delays of 24 to 39 minutes on average. Jansadharan Express from Anand Vihar to Danapur, which was delayed by over 11 hours
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From expats to residents, Delhi's air pollution is driving people out
Embassies have stepped up efforts to deal with the situation; WFH option has residents temporarily relocating to their hometowns
 "From expats to residents, Delhi's air pollution is driving people out")
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
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
 "Delhi's air improves slightly after 8 days, AQI at 'very poor' level")
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
 "At 122, harmful AQI days in 2024 six more than last year")
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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