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Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: AQI Improves Slightly to 'Very Poor' Level as City Continues to Battle Hazardous Smog
Dec 16, 2025 11:19 am CST
Delhi's air quality showed marginal improvement on Tuesday with AQI at 378, still in the 'very poor' category according to CPCB data. Despite the slight improvement from Monday's 'severe' levels, toxic smog continues to blanket the city, reducing visibility and affecting daily life. Areas like Ghazipur and Anand Vihar recorded 'severe' pollution levels around 410, while flight operations face disruptions and schools have shifted to online learning for younger students.
Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: AQI Reaches Severe Levels as Thick Smog Engulfs Capital
Dec 14, 2025 09:24 am CST
Delhi faces a critical public health emergency as air quality plummets to severe levels with an AQI of 462. All 40 monitoring stations across the capital show dangerous pollution levels, prompting authorities to implement GRAP-4 restrictions. Health experts warn of immediate risks as visibility drops and PM2.5 becomes the primary pollutant affecting residents across the metropolis.
Decade-Long Failure: No Emission Monitoring at 11 Coal Plants Contributing to Delhi's Air Crisis
Dec 13, 2025 07:13 pm CST
An RTI response reveals the Central Pollution Control Board has failed to monitor emissions from 11 coal-fired thermal power plants near Delhi for over a decade, despite these facilities being major contributors to the region's severe air pollution. These plants continue operating without proper oversight or enforcement of 2015 emission control mandates, undermining efforts to address Delhi's persistent air quality crisis.
Delhi Air Quality Improves: GRAP Stage-3 Restrictions Lifted as AQI Remains in Very Poor Category
Nov 26, 2025 10:27 pm CST
The Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked GRAP Stage-3 restrictions in Delhi-NCR as air quality showed improvement with AQI at 327. While Stage-1 and Stage-2 measures remain in effect, the 50% work-from-home mandate and school hybrid classes have been discontinued. Officials continue monitoring pollution levels to prevent deterioration during the winter season.
Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: North India Battles Toxic Smog Throughout November
Nov 25, 2025 09:35 pm CST
Delhi and surrounding NCR cities face a severe public health emergency as air quality remains in the 'very poor' to 'severe' category for weeks. Despite emergency measures including school closures and work-from-home directives, pollution levels continue to endanger residents' health, with Hapur, Noida, and Greater Noida consistently recording the worst air quality indexes across India.
Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: Understanding GRAP-3 Restrictions and Their Impact on Daily Life
Nov 10, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Delhi continues to battle hazardous air quality with an AQI of 347, prompting potential implementation of GRAP-3 measures. These restrictions include bans on construction activities, certain vehicles, and recommendations for work-from-home arrangements. The comprehensive four-tier GRAP framework aims to mitigate severe pollution levels through targeted interventions while providing exemptions for essential services.
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: Thick Haze Blankets Capital as AQI Remains 'Very Poor' Despite Residents' Protests
Nov 10, 2025 12:04 pm CST
Delhi continues to struggle with dangerous air quality levels as the AQI hovers at 345, placing most areas in the 'very poor' to 'severe' category. Despite slight improvements from Sunday's readings, thick smog envelops the capital region while authorities hold off on implementing stricter GRAP-3 restrictions. Concerned residents staged protests at India Gate demanding immediate government action to address this ongoing public health emergency affecting millions across the National Capital Region.
Delhi's Air Quality Shows Improvement: CAQM Postpones Stage 3 Restrictions
Nov 09, 2025 11:58 pm CST
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has decided against implementing stricter Stage 3 restrictions in Delhi as air quality shows improvement. Despite remaining in the "very poor" category with AQI levels decreasing from 391 to 365, forecasts suggest conditions will stabilize, allowing current Stage 1 and 2 measures to continue throughout the National Capital Region.
Delhi Battles Severe Air Quality: CM Implements Emergency Measures and Urges Public Cooperation
Nov 09, 2025 12:27 am CST
As Delhi's air quality reaches severe levels with an AQI of 361, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announces comprehensive anti-pollution measures including elimination of traditional cooking fuels in slums, staggered office hours starting November 15, and public advisories for carpooling and work-from-home arrangements. Despite some improvement over last year's pollution levels, localized monitors in areas like Anand Vihar have breached the 400 AQI mark, with stubble burning contributing 30.91% to the crisis.
Delhi's Toxic Air Crisis: How Residents Are Coping With Dangerous Pollution Levels
Oct 27, 2025 07:58 pm CST
Delhi-NCR residents are battling severe air pollution with AQI levels exceeding 400 in some areas, forcing many to rely on masks, air purifiers, and medication. A recent survey shows 75% of households are experiencing health effects including respiratory problems, burning eyes, and sleep difficulties, with vulnerable populations particularly at risk despite reduced stubble burning incidents in neighboring states.