environmental health crisis
82% of Delhi Residents Know Someone Suffering From Air Pollution-Related Illness, Survey Reveals
Dec 15, 2025 09:56 pm CST
A recent LocalCircles survey reveals that 82% of Delhi-NCR residents know someone suffering from severe health conditions attributed to long-term air pollution exposure, with 28% reporting four or more affected individuals in their social circle. As Delhi's AQI reached a dangerous 498, residents face increasing health and financial concerns, with 73% worried about affording healthcare and 8% planning to relocate due to the persistent toxic air quality.
Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis: Data Reveals Multiple Sources Beyond Farm Fires Contributing to Toxic Air Quality
Nov 26, 2025 10:44 pm CST
Analysis of Delhi's deteriorating air quality shows farm fires contribute significantly during peak periods but account for only part of the pollution problem. Data indicates surrounding cities contribute 29.5% of pollutants, while transport adds 19.7% and unidentified sources comprise an alarming 34.8%. Despite fluctuating farm fire contributions, Delhi's AQI remains dangerously above safe levels across all areas, highlighting the need for a comprehensive multi-regional approach to combat the seasonal air quality crisis.
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.
Lahore Tops Global Pollution Rankings: PM2.5 Levels 25 Times Above WHO Guidelines
Oct 29, 2025 10:23 am CST
Lahore, Pakistan has been ranked the world's most polluted city for the second time in a week, with air quality index reaching 312 and PM2.5 levels 25 times above WHO guidelines. The toxic smog is causing serious health risks while authorities implement emergency measures including crackdowns on industrial emissions and artificial rain to combat the environmental crisis.