AQI Delhi
Delhi Airport Operations Impacted by Dense Fog and Severe Air Pollution: Aviation Ministry Reviews
Dec 15, 2025 08:33 pm CST
Civil Aviation officials inspected Delhi airport operations as dense fog caused 100 flight cancellations and 300+ delays. The CAT III landing system remained operational despite challenges, while the city's AQI reached a critical 456, prompting environmental reviews for the Delhi-NCR region.
Delhi Implements GRAP Stage 4 Measures: Hybrid Classes and 50% WFH as Air Quality Reaches 'Severe Plus' Levels
Dec 13, 2025 11:59 pm CST
Delhi has activated Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as air quality deteriorates to 'Severe Plus' levels, with AQI reaching 441. Schools must adopt hybrid learning models through Class 11, while government and private offices have been directed to implement 50% work-from-home policies. The Commission for Air Quality Management attributes the crisis primarily to meteorological conditions rather than local emissions.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Denies Stubble Burning Link to Delhi's Worsening Air Quality Crisis
Nov 19, 2025 12:42 am CST
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has rejected claims that agricultural smoke from his state contributes to Delhi's air pollution crisis, citing wind patterns and timing of harvests. Meanwhile, Delhi continues to struggle with "very poor" air quality levels as political blame games intensify between AAP and BJP over the worsening environmental situation in the national capital region.
Supreme Court Demands Stubble Burning Prevention Report as Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Severe Levels
Nov 12, 2025 07:13 pm CST
The Supreme Court has directed Punjab and Haryana governments to submit detailed affidavits on measures taken to prevent stubble burning as Delhi's air quality index exceeds 450 in multiple locations, reaching "severe" levels despite GRAP-III implementation. The court expressed dissatisfaction with states' inability to prevent seasonal pollution spikes despite repeated judicial directives.
Delhi Government Plans Artificial Rain Through Cloud Seeding as Air Quality Worsens After Diwali Celebrations
Oct 21, 2025 02:51 pm CST
Delhi prepares for artificial rain implementation as air quality reaches 'very poor' levels following Diwali celebrations. The cloud seeding operation, promised by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's government, awaits meteorological approval between October 24-26. Despite Supreme Court restrictions limiting green firecrackers to specific hours, widespread violations have contributed to deteriorating air conditions across the national capital.
Delhi's Green Diwali Experiment: Air Quality Data Reveals Limited Impact Despite Eco-Friendly Fireworks
Oct 21, 2025 11:30 am CST
Despite the Supreme Court's directive to use eco-friendly green crackers during Diwali celebrations, Delhi woke up to hazardous air quality with an AQI of 350. Historical data shows a concerning trend of severe post-Diwali pollution regardless of firecracker restrictions, raising questions about the effectiveness of current pollution control strategies and highlighting the ongoing public health crisis in India's capital region.
Delhi's Air Quality Plunges to 'Very Poor' Levels During Diwali Celebrations with AQI at 345
Oct 20, 2025 11:52 pm CST
Delhi experienced a significant deterioration in air quality during Diwali, with 34 of 38 monitoring stations recording 'very poor' to 'severe' pollution levels. The city's average AQI reached 345, with four stations already in the 'severe' category. Experts warn conditions may worsen further in the coming days despite implementation of pollution control measures.
Delhi Air Quality Reaches 'Very Poor' Level on Diwali Morning Despite Green Cracker Regulations
Oct 20, 2025 12:26 pm CST
Delhi experienced significant air pollution on Diwali morning with AQI reaching 335 in the "very poor" category after a night of firecracker use. The Commission for Air Quality Management implemented Stage II of GRAP as pollution levels worsen, with forecasts predicting further deterioration to "severe" levels. Despite Supreme Court restrictions allowing only green firecrackers during specific hours, air quality monitoring stations across Delhi-NCR recorded alarming pollution levels, prompting Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to urge residents to celebrate traditionally to minimize environmental impact.
Delhi's Air Quality Approaching 'Poor' Category as Winter Season Begins
Oct 12, 2025 01:10 am CST
Delhi's air quality is nearing 'poor' levels as winter approaches, with AQI reaching 199. Transport emissions contribute 17.9% of pollution while stubble burning incidents have been detected across Punjab, Haryana, and UP-NCR. Temperature readings show colder than normal conditions as the city prepares for seasonal pollution challenges.