respiratory health
Delhi's Toxic Winter Crisis: AQI Exceeds 460 as North India Struggles with Severe Air Pollution
Dec 15, 2025 10:09 pm CST
Delhi and surrounding NCR cities are experiencing hazardous air quality with AQI readings exceeding 460, causing flight disruptions and health concerns. While North India suffocates under toxic smog, the pollution crisis shows a stark regional divide with southern cities enjoying moderate air quality. Authorities have implemented emergency measures, but experts call for more comprehensive solutions to address this recurring winter phenomenon.
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'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.
Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Dangerous Levels as Farm Fires Contribute 22% to Pollution
Nov 13, 2025 10:48 am CST
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'severe' category for a second consecutive day, with an AQI of 418. Stubble burning in neighboring states contributed 22.4% to pollution levels, posing serious health risks to residents. Weather forecasts predict a slight improvement with temperatures continuing to drop and shallow fog expected on Thursday.
Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Health Experts Warn of Irreversible Damage and Long-Term Health Risks
Nov 11, 2025 10:30 pm CST
Health experts warn that Delhi's worsening air quality is causing far-reaching health consequences beyond respiratory issues, including increased cancer risk and weakened immunity. With PM2.5 levels reaching ten times WHO limits during winter, medical professionals urge systemic change to address this public health emergency that contributed to over two million pollution-related deaths across India in 2023.
Delhi Residents Turn to Air-Purifying Indoor Plants Amid Rising Pollution Levels
Nov 11, 2025 02:30 am CST
As Delhi's air quality reaches hazardous levels, residents are increasingly purchasing air-purifying indoor plants from local nurseries. Popular varieties like Snake Plant, Peace Lily, and Areca Palm are selling rapidly, with experts confirming these plants' ability to absorb pollutants, filter particulate matter, and improve indoor air quality through photosynthesis. Nurseries report sales doubling during pollution season as Delhiites create green sanctuaries in their homes to combat the city's persistent air pollution crisis.
Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis: How Citizens Are Normalizing a Public Health Emergency
Nov 10, 2025 06:07 pm CST
This article examines Delhi's dangerous normalization of air pollution, exploring how political failure, data manipulation, and public resignation have created a situation where citizens defend their right to pollute rather than demanding clean air. The piece reveals the concerning shift from protest to acceptance as residents adapt to living with toxic conditions that reduce lifespans by a decade.
Delhi's Dangerous AQI Crisis: Shashi Tharoor Highlights Six Years of Environmental Neglect
Nov 08, 2025 07:55 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has highlighted the persistent air quality crisis in Delhi by resharing a six-year-old post about the capital's pollution. With current AQI levels reaching a hazardous 653, nearby cities reporting "severe" ratings, and hospitals seeing a 25% increase in respiratory cases, Delhi's environmental emergency continues to worsen despite years of warnings.
Delhi Toxic Smog Triggers 60% Surge in Eye Problems: How to Protect Your Vision During Severe Air Pollution
Nov 05, 2025 02:04 am CST
Ophthalmologists report a 60% increase in eye-related conditions as Delhi's air quality remains in the "severe" category following Diwali celebrations. Medical experts warn that the toxic combination of smoke, particulate matter, and chemical residues is causing allergies, dryness, and inflammation, affecting both adults and children. Doctors recommend protective measures including lubricating eye drops, limited outdoor exposure, and prompt medical consultation for persistent symptoms.
Delhi's Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor', Expected to Reach 'Severe' Levels by Tuesday
Nov 04, 2025 02:29 am CST
Delhi faces worsening air quality as AQI reaches 309 in the 'very poor' category, with forecasts predicting 'severe' levels by Tuesday. PM2.5 levels at 155 μg/m³ pose significant health risks as wind speeds below 8 km/h impair pollutant dispersion. Officials warn of respiratory discomfort for vulnerable populations as the capital remains shrouded in dense haze.