pollution crisis

  • Delhi

    Delhi's Winter Crisis: Understanding the Temperature-Pollution Relationship in November-December

    Dec 05, 2025 10:44 pm CST

    Delhi faces its annual winter pollution crisis as temperatures plummet to 5°C, trapping pollutants and pushing AQI readings above 300. Data analysis reveals a clear inverse relationship between falling temperatures and worsening air quality, with pollution levels peaking when temperatures drop below 20°C. As December progresses, the cold, stagnant air continues to lock pollutants in place, creating hazardous conditions that have sparked protests across the capital.

  • Supreme Court Demands Time-Bound Action Plan to Combat Delhi

    Supreme Court Demands Time-Bound Action Plan to Combat Delhi's Worsening Air Pollution Crisis

    Dec 01, 2025 07:01 pm CST

    The Supreme Court has instructed the Commission for Air Quality Management and NCR state authorities to develop a concrete, actionable strategy addressing Delhi's persistent air pollution problem. Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized that while stubble burning contributes to the crisis, it represents just one aspect of a broader environmental challenge requiring coordinated expert solutions rather than political battles.

  • Supreme Court Admits Limitations in Solving Delhi-NCR Air Pollution Crisis

    Supreme Court Admits Limitations in Solving Delhi-NCR Air Pollution Crisis

    Nov 27, 2025 03:57 pm CST

    The Supreme Court of India acknowledged it has "no magic wand" to immediately solve Delhi-NCR's severe air pollution problem, promising continuous monitoring instead of seasonal attention. Led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, the Court recognized the complex nature of the pollution crisis and committed to regular hearings to address the ongoing health emergency affecting the national capital region.