air quality monitoring
Traffic Emissions, Not Stubble Burning, Keep Delhi Air Quality in 'Severe' Category: CSE Report Analysis
Dec 01, 2025 11:20 pm CST
A comprehensive analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment reveals that despite reduced stubble burning, Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' to 'severe', primarily due to local emissions from traffic and industry. The study identifies a "toxic cocktail" of PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide, and carbon monoxide as the main culprits, with pollution hotspots expanding across the capital and neighboring NCR regions experiencing prolonged smog episodes.
Delhi Air Quality Improves from Very Poor to Poor Category Despite Persistent Smog Conditions
Nov 30, 2025 11:17 am CST
Delhi experiences slight improvement in air quality with AQI shifting from 'very poor' to 'poor' category, though toxic smog continues to blanket the city. Government monitoring efforts face criticism as health experts warn of reduced life expectancy from prolonged exposure to polluted air, triggering calls for parliamentary debate on the environmental crisis.
Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: 13 Days of 'Very Poor' AQI With No Relief in Sight
Nov 27, 2025 01:24 am CST
Delhi continues to struggle with 'very poor' air quality for the 13th consecutive day, recording an AQI of 327. With vehicular emissions contributing 21.6% to pollution levels and no improvement expected soon, health experts are recommending regular diagnostic screening for vulnerable populations to detect early signs of pollution-related health issues.
Mumbai Deploys Flying Squads to Combat Rising Air Pollution Crisis: BMC Implements Strict 28-Point Action Plan
Nov 20, 2025 11:15 pm CST
Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has launched specialized flying squads to enforce its 28-point air pollution control guidelines across all administrative wards. This urgent action comes as the city faces its most polluted month of 2025, with AQI frequently reaching unhealthy levels. The initiative includes possible implementation of GRAP-4 measures, construction site regulations, and citizen cooperation to combat the worsening air quality crisis.
Understanding India's AQI Cap at 500: Delhi's Air Quality Measurement Explained
Nov 20, 2025 05:21 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis explores why India's air quality index (AQI) is capped at 500 despite Delhi experiencing more severe pollution levels. The article examines the discrepancies between government and independent measurements, explains AQI calculation methodology, and discusses the health implications of severe air pollution, providing essential context for understanding Delhi's ongoing air quality crisis.
Delhi Environment Minister Meets Citizens to Address Worsening Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 20, 2025 02:04 am CST
Delhi's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa held a landmark meeting with anti-pollution protesters, acknowledging enforcement gaps in air quality measures. Citizen representatives highlighted issues including open burning and weak regulations while offering practical solutions for improving Delhi's dangerous air quality. The government promised to incorporate citizen feedback into future pollution control strategies, though protesters await concrete action plans and timelines.
Supreme Court Balances Environmental Concerns with Development in Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 17, 2025 09:33 pm CST
The Supreme Court has refused to impose a blanket construction ban in Delhi despite very poor AQI, emphasizing the need to balance environmental protection with development. The Court has requested the Centre to formulate long-term solutions to tackle Delhi's air pollution crisis by November 19, while addressing concerns about air quality monitoring systems and maintaining the structured implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan.
Supreme Court Addresses Worsening Delhi Air Quality as Stubble Burning Intensifies in Punjab and Haryana
Nov 11, 2025 09:19 pm CST
The Supreme Court is set to issue orders addressing stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana that is significantly worsening Delhi-NCR's air quality. Despite previous court directives, farmers continue burning crop residue with impunity, contributing to Delhi's first severe air pollution day. The Commission for Air Quality Management has been asked to present an affidavit detailing preventive measures, while concerns about non-functional monitoring stations during Diwali have also been raised.
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: Thick Haze Blankets Capital as AQI Remains 'Very Poor' Despite Residents' Protests
Nov 10, 2025 12:04 pm CST
Delhi continues to struggle with dangerous air quality levels as the AQI hovers at 345, placing most areas in the 'very poor' to 'severe' category. Despite slight improvements from Sunday's readings, thick smog envelops the capital region while authorities hold off on implementing stricter GRAP-3 restrictions. Concerned residents staged protests at India Gate demanding immediate government action to address this ongoing public health emergency affecting millions across the National Capital Region.
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: AQI Crosses 400 Mark Pushing Capital Into Severe Pollution Category
Nov 08, 2025 11:14 pm CST
Delhi's air quality has reached critical levels with multiple areas recording AQI above 400, placing it among India's most polluted cities. Stubble burning contributes 30% to the pollution crisis, while the national capital's air quality is expected to remain in the 'very poor' to 'severe' range in coming days, posing serious health concerns for residents.