Page 9 - Latest Updates on Air Quality Index
Delhi chokes as AQI hits 'very poor', govt eyes cloud seeding solution
As per CPCB, AQI in Lodhi Road is recorded at 287 in the 'very poor' category, and at India Gate and the surrounding areas, it was recorded at 325 in the same category
 "Delhi chokes as AQI hits 'very poor', govt eyes cloud seeding solution")
3 in 4 Delhi-NCR residents say pollution harming health already: Survey
A LocalCircles survey finds 42 per cent of people in Delhi-NCR report sore throat or cough, while 25 per cent have family members with burning eyes or headaches from pollution
Delhi AQI improves slightly but in 'poor' category; respiratory cases rise
Doctors urge vulnerable individuals should avoid outdoor exposure, wear N95 masks, and continue their prescribed medications
Delhi-NCR air quality slightly improves but remains 'very poor' at 292
Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) had imposed Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region with immediate effect
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Luxe breathes easy: Clean air homes are in demand amid rising air pollution
Premiums rise as AQI-assured homes attract eco-conscious buyers
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Respiratory issues, pregnancy complications surge in Kolkata post Diwali
Pulmonologists and gynaecologists observed an uptick in both outpatient and inpatient visits between October 20 and 22, with pollution levels soaring well beyond safe limits
 "Respiratory issues, pregnancy complications surge in Kolkata post Diwali")
Taking stock: Delhi's air stays toxic for a second consecutive day
The region has witnessed a spike in air pollution levels following incessant cracker burning on Diwali night (October 20).
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Delhi AQI remains 'very poor' 2 days after Diwali, other metros fare better
Delhi's AQI was recorded at 335 as of 9 am on Wednesday, placing it in the 'very poor' zone, according to the data by Central Pollution Control Board
 "Delhi AQI remains 'very poor' 2 days after Diwali, other metros fare better")
Hospitals see spike in respiratory cases; air pollution may worsen in NCR
Delhi-NCR hospitals report a sharp spike in breathing-related cases as air quality turns 'severe' after Diwali; doctors expect numbers to rise in coming days
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Diwali night fireworks send PM2.5 levels skyrocketing in Delhi-NCR
AQI slips into 'very poor' category, early respite not expected
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Air pollution alert: What to do immediately when AQI turns unhealthy
As air quality plummets across cities, doctors warn of rising respiratory and heart risks. Here's how to protect yourself immediately from pollution-related cough, fatigue, and long-term health damage
Delhi wakes up to toxic skies after Diwali, 36 of 38 zones in red
While most areas in the national capital recorded AQI levels above 300, several localities, including Greater Kailash and Patel Nagar, breached the 500 mark
 "Delhi wakes up to toxic skies after Diwali, 36 of 38 zones in red")
Delhi records minimum temperature of 20.6 degrees Celsius, AQI rises to 284
The IMD has forecast mainly clear skies during the day. The maximum temperature is likely to settle around 33 degrees Celsius
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Delhi air quality remains 'poor' ahead of Diwali, temperatures dips
The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 32 degrees Celsius, the IMD said
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Air quality remains 'poor' in Delhi for third day, AQI rises to 237
An AQI reading of 210 was recorded on Wednesday morning, and 201 the day before
 "Air quality remains 'poor' in Delhi for third day, AQI rises to 237")
Delhi's AQI hits 211; CAQM implements Grap Stage-I pollution curbs
The CAQM said that Delhi recorded an AQI of 211 (poor) on Tuesday, which is expected to remain in the same category in the coming days
 "Delhi's AQI hits 211; CAQM implements Grap Stage-I pollution curbs")
Delhi posts best Jan-Sep air quality since 2018, AQI averages 164 this year
The environment ministry said Delhi's average AQI dropped to 164 in Jan-Sep 2025, with no 'severe' days recorded, while PM2.5 and PM10 levels fell to their lowest since 2018, excluding 2020
 "Delhi posts best Jan-Sep air quality since 2018, AQI averages 164 this year")
Delhi to see clear skies as monsoon withdraws, AQI remains moderate
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mostly clear skies over the national capital for the next week, signalling the end of the rainy spell
 "Delhi to see clear skies as monsoon withdraws, AQI remains moderate")
Delhi to see light rain, cloudy skies; check all-India weather forecast
According to the IMD, southwest monsoon is expected to start withdrawing from parts of northwest India by September 15
 "Delhi to see light rain, cloudy skies; check all-India weather forecast")
Delhi to remain dry with cloudy skies; check all-India weather forecast
IMD forecasts dry conditions in the capital until September 17; Himachal records 380 monsoon deaths and Telangana faces waterlogging and disruptions due to incessant rainfall
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