Page 17 - Latest Updates on Delhi air quality

Delhi heatwave alert: IMD warns of soaring temperatures this weekend

Temperature in Delhi is expected to climb above 40 degrees Celsius; air quality remains poor despite marginal improvement across NCR regions

Delhi braces for warmer days as mercury set to rise, AQI turns 'poor'

Temperatures are likely to remain between 40 degrees Celsius and 42 degrees Celsius over the next few days

Manjinder Sirsa orders crackdown on polluters amid worsening air in Delhi

Amid rising air pollution levels in the national capital, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Monday directed authorities to identify and take action against highly polluting industries, institutions and construction sites. Chairing an emergency review meeting with senior officials of the Environment Department and the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), he expressed concern over the rising Air Quality Index (AQI) levels. He issued strict instructions to officials to crack down on sources of pollution and ensure time-bound implementation of mitigation measures. Sirsa directed authorities to identify and take action against highly polluting industries, institutions, and construction sites, and suspend works at construction sites found violating dust control norms. According to a statement, the minister told officials to deploy water sprinklers and anti-smog guns at major construction sites and pollution hotspots. He also underlined the need for real-time air ..

IMD issues rain alert for Delhi today; temperature to rise, AQI improves

A 'yellow' alert has been issued for thunderstorms, lightning, and dust storms

IMD issues 'yellow' alert for rain in Delhi today, AQI remains 'moderate'

The IMD has forecast thunderstorms and rain for Sunday with a maximum temperature of 39 degrees Celsius and minimum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius

Rain brings relief from heat in Delhi, air quality improves to 'moderate'

The IMD has predicted partly cloudy skies over parts of Delhi for Saturday, along with light rain, thunderstorms and winds with a speed of 40-50 kilometre per hour

Delhi weather update: Clear skies, rising temperature, AQI turns 'poor'

As temperatures rise, residents of Delhi and NCR are advised to take necessary precautions to stay safe and hydrated, particularly during the peak afternoon hours

Heatwave persists in Delhi, relief likely after April 19; AQI drops to 191

Parts of Delhi are likely to experience heatwave conditions midweek, with daytime temperatures ranging from 39 degree Celsius to 41 degree Celsius

Air pollution levels across India well above global standards: WHO official

Strategies like LPG subsidies and a switch to cleaner cooking fuels could help India become a leader in meeting this challenge, says Dr Maria Neira, director of environment and health at WHO

Delhi to see heatwave conditions until April 18, AQI remains 'moderate'

Relief is expected after April 19, as a Western Disturbance is predicted to bring a 2-4 degree Celsius drop in daytime temperatures

Nitin Gadkari warns Delhi's toxic air can cause infections in 3 days

In Gadkari's view, road infrastructure and alternative fuels are central to solving India's pollution crisis, as Delhi's air continues to pose serious health risks

Delhi braces for heatwaves amid rising temperature, AQI remains 'moderate'

The maximum temperature in the national capital today is expected to range between 38 and 40 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may settle between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius

6 air monitoring stations to be set up in Delhi; JNU, IGNOU among new sites

The Delhi government will set up six new air monitoring stations at key locations, including JNU, IGNOU and Delhi Cantt, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has said. With this, the number of such stations will rise to 46. The move is part of the newly formed BJP government's strategy to expand its air monitoring infrastructure to ensure better preparedness to battle yearly smog and overall poor air quality. The stations will come up at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi Cantonment, Netaji Subhash University (West Campus), and the Commonwealth Games Sports Complex, Sirsa told PTI. "These new stations will help us track pollution patterns more accurately and guide our response with real-time data. The installation process is underway and we are targeting completion by June 30," the minister said. He said the government is addressing pollution at every level from large-scale industrial emissions to localised ...

Delhi to see clear skies, rising temperature today; heatwave from April 16

Pleasant weather expected to continue until Tuesday; AQI improves to 'moderate' in national capital

Delhi sees pleasant weather, AQI improves; heatwave to return next week

India Meteorological Department (IMD) expects the weather to remain pleasant in Delhi with very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong surface winds

Delhi sees pleasant weather after rain, dust storm; AQI remains 'moderate'

One person died and two others were injured after a wall of a six-storey under-construction building collapsed due to the storm near Madhu Vihar police station

IMD issues 'yellow alert' for rain, thunderstorms in Delhi, AQI at 180

Pleasant weather is predicted for Delhi with very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong surface winds of 30-40 km/h

IMD forecasts rain for Delhi; heatwave relief expected, AQI at 241

Delhi weather update: Light rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds expected to ease Delhi's intense heat, but air quality remains in the 'poor' category with AQI at 241

Delhi air quality remains 'poor' for third day as heatwave intensifies

The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 233 at 8 am on April 9, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), compared to 221 at the same time on Tuesday

Delhi sizzles over 40°C amid intense heatwave, govt issues advisory

A hotter day lies ahead, with the minimum and maximum temperatures forecast at 23 degrees Celsius and 40 degrees Celsius, respectively