Air Pollution

Winter smog grips Delhi, AQI stays 'severe' despite emergency measures

Delhi's air quality plunged into severe category as AQI levels crossed 400 at most stations, with winter conditions, dust, traffic and stubble burning worsening pollution despite curbs

Delhi chokes on toxic air as IMD issues cold-wave alerts across regions

In its latest attempt to curb extreme pollution levels, the Centre's air pollution mitigation body is considering installing dust sensors along major stretches of Delhi and adjoining NCR cities to mon

An escape from India's air pollution for those who can afford it

Companies are offering much-needed, but expensive, air purification systems to shelter from the smog in one of the world's most polluted cities

Air pollution myths busted: Masks, purifiers & clean air facts explained

Is air pollution only outdoors or in winter? Do ACs, plants, or rain really clean your air? Pulmonologists debunk the most common myths about pollution, masks, purifiers, and PM2.5 health risks.

No respite for Delhi residents as air quality remains in 'severe' category

Of the 38 monitoring stations in the city, 23 reported air quality in the severe category, while 13 were in the very poor range. Two stations recorded poor air quality

Is air pollution just a winter issue? These myths put your health at risk

From masks and plants to Diwali and ACs, pulmonologists break down the myths standing in the way of clean air and better health

Datanomics: Delhi's worsening air pollution crisis stuck in a toxic loop

Hundreds marched in Delhi against hazardous air as AQI crossed 600 in parts of the city. Activists allege data manipulation near monitoring sites amid slow clean-air fund use

Delhi air quality remains 'severe' despite Grap III restrictions in force

27 of Delhi's 37 monitoring stations recorded AQI in the severe category on Thursday as toxic smog, stagnant winds, and winter inversion limited relief despite Grap Stage III restrictions

SC seeks report from Punjab, Haryana on stubble burning, air pollution

The Supreme Court has asked Punjab and Haryana to detail steps taken to curb stubble burning as Delhi's air quality worsens, with the court set to hear the matter again on Monday

GRAP III norms vital but could delay projects, say realty developers

Developers say adhering to Graded Response Action Plan Phase III is crucial but argue construction is not a major pollution source and blanket bans disrupt timelines and affect workers' livelihoods

Delhi air remains 'severe'; GRAP Stage III curbs imposed, schools go hybrid

AQI crosses 400 mark in 31 of 39 monitoring stations; construction activities restricted, BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles barred under new curbs

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

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

When AQI crosses 400: How toxic air damages your lungs, heart, and brain

An AQI above 400 turns the air into a slow poison. Doctors explain how invisible pollutants invade your bloodstream, trigger inflammation, and put your heart, lungs, and brain at risk

Delhi AQI: When Delhi’s citizens took to the streets for clean air and were detained | Air pollution

As Delhi’s toxic air chokes millions, hundreds gathered at India Gate demanding what should be a basic human right: clean air.

7 in 10 Delhi residents lack confidence in govt's ability to enforce Grap

Many respondents claim that government readings are often lower than private air-quality monitors, leading to delayed or inadequate implementation of GRAP measures

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

Doctors warn of surge in chest ailments due to air pollution in Delhi-NCR

Medical specialists have warned residents of Delhi-NCR about a severe health crisis triggered by the high air pollution in the region. Dr Arvind Kumar, Thoracic (Chest) Surgeon & Lung Health Specialist, Medanta Hospital, said that hospitals are seeing a spike in cases related to effect of pollutionThe NCR Region faces poor air quality with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 345 at 8 a.m. on Monday, placing the national capital firmly in the 'very poor' category.While talking to ANI, Dr Arvind Kumar described how hospitals are overwhelmed with respiratory cases, especially among children, due to air pollution. It includes symptoms like cough, cold, fever and difficulty breathing."There are patients all around. Everywhere, children are being brought to hospitals coughing, sneezing, having a runny nose, breathing fast, and having a fever. We have patients who are coming back with a cough or pneumonia. There is a huge spike in the number of chest cases. It's all the doctors ...

'I miss breathing': Protesters detained in Delhi anti-pollution march

Several protesters, including and children, lined up in front of India Gate, wearing masks and holding posters in their hands demanding clean air