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Delhi Air Quality Returns to 'Very Poor' Category: AQI Rises to 304 After Brief Improvement
Dec 01, 2025 11:41 pm CST
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated back to the 'very poor' category with an AQI of 304 after a brief improvement to 'poor' on Sunday. The capital continues its winter pollution crisis as transport emissions contribute 20% to the pollution levels, while simultaneously experiencing cold wave conditions with temperatures dropping to 5.7 degrees Celsius, 4.6 degrees below normal.
Delhi's Air Quality Divide: Government Official Uses Air Purifiers While Citizens Breathe Toxic Air
Nov 27, 2025 09:43 pm CST
A Delhi resident exposed the growing inequality in air pollution exposure by documenting how a senior government official uses air purifiers in both car and office, while ordinary citizens endure toxic air with AQI levels exceeding 500. This viral Reddit post highlights how decision-makers remain insulated from the environmental crisis affecting millions of Delhi residents daily.
Delhi Congress Leaders Protest Air Pollution Crisis With Oxygen Masks and Cylinders: Demands Immediate Action
Nov 27, 2025 02:02 am CST
Delhi Congress leaders staged a dramatic protest against the capital's dangerous air pollution levels by conducting a press conference wearing masks and carrying oxygen cylinders. With AQI levels at 335, leaders highlighted the impact on construction workers and demanded immediate action from the BJP government to address this growing health emergency that has persisted for 12 days.
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.
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.
Delhi's Air Quality Reaches 7-Year High: AQI Drops to 291 as Anti-Pollution Measures Show Results
Nov 05, 2025 01:16 am CST
Delhi has achieved its best air quality in seven years with an AQI of 291, significantly improved from 381 in 2024 and 415 in 2023. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa credits this improvement to year-round pollution control efforts, including intensified monitoring of construction sites, vehicular emissions, and waste burning. While challenges from crop burning and increasing vehicles remain, the coordinated approach is delivering measurable results for Delhi's air quality.
50% Reduction in Stubble Burning Across Punjab and Haryana: ICAR Director Reports Significant Progress
Nov 04, 2025 10:29 am CST
ICAR reports a 50% reduction in stubble burning across Punjab and Haryana compared to last year, with Punjab showing a 42% decrease and Haryana achieving an even more significant drop. Despite improvements, Punjab remains the highest contributor among six states as Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' levels, highlighting the ongoing challenge of agricultural waste management in northern India.
Delhi Air Quality Improves to 'Poor' Category with AQI 261, Anand Vihar Remains in 'Severe' Range
Oct 26, 2025 12:44 pm CST
Delhi's air quality showed slight improvement with AQI dropping to 261 in the 'poor' category from 290 the previous day. However, Anand Vihar station recorded 'severe' pollution with AQI at 415, while seven other stations remained in the 'very poor' category. Temperature settled at 16.9°C with forecast predicting clear skies and maximum temperature around 32°C.
Delhi Pollution Crisis: AAP-BJP Blame Game Escalates as Air Quality Reaches Dangerous Levels Post-Diwali
Oct 21, 2025 04:08 pm CST
Following Diwali celebrations, Delhi's air quality plunged to 'very poor' levels, triggering a political confrontation between AAP and BJP. While AAP mocked CM Rekha Gupta's handling of the crisis, BJP blamed citizens for ignoring firecracker restrictions and neighboring states for stubble burning. With AQI readings exceeding 350 across the capital and 35 of 38 monitoring stations in the 'red zone', the environmental emergency highlights ongoing governance challenges in addressing Delhi's annual pollution crisis.