PM 2.5 levels
Delhi's Dangerous Smog Creates Silent Vitamin D Crisis: Health Experts Warn of "Sunshine Deficiency"
Nov 05, 2025 08:01 pm CST
As Delhi's air quality reaches severe levels, medical experts are warning about a hidden health crisis: widespread vitamin D deficiency caused by smog blocking essential sunlight. With PM 2.5 levels exceeding WHO limits by 30 times, doctors now recommend supplements and dietary changes to combat this "sunshine deficiency" affecting urban residents, especially as one in five Indians already suffers from vitamin D insufficiency.
Delhi Records World's Worst Air Quality After Diwali Celebrations: Health Crisis Intensifies
Oct 21, 2025 06:04 pm CST
Delhi has become the world's most polluted major city with hazardous air quality readings following Diwali celebrations. Despite restrictions on fireworks, PM 2.5 levels soared to 59 times WHO guidelines, creating severe health risks for its 20 million residents. Authorities forecast continued poor conditions as neighboring regions in India and Pakistan also struggle with toxic air emergencies.
Rainfall and Winds Improve Delhi's Air Quality to 'Satisfactory' Level After Dussehra Celebrations
Oct 03, 2025 09:29 pm CST
Delhi experienced a significant improvement in air quality following Dussehra celebrations, with the AQI dropping to 88 in the 'satisfactory' category due to beneficial rainfall and steady winds. This breaks a 21-day streak of moderate or higher pollution levels, with meteorologists forecasting additional relief from an approaching western disturbance bringing more precipitation in the coming days.