Over half of the monitoring stations in Delhi (25 out of 40) reported their AQI falling in the 'severe' category at 7 am. With particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5), Vivek Vihar recorded an AQI of 458, followed by Wazirpur, touching the AQI level of 443.

Delhi chokes under smog as AQI slips into ‘severe’ category at 402; flights, trains disrupted

Delhi woke up to cleaner air on Christmas, with AQI dropping to around 221 from over 300 a day earlier. GRAP IV curbs were lifted as winds improved conditions, but authorities warned pollution could rise again as winds slow in coming days.

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The Environment Minister blamed the previous Kejriwal-led AAP government, saying it was impossible to fix a long-standing problem in a short span of time.

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Despite the alarming toxic smog blanketing Delhi, the authorities are avoiding imposing Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), a set of restrictions that may help improve the air quality.

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As Delhis AQI levels drop to a hazardous range, here s a look at five effective masks that can help reduce the impact of rising pollution.


(Disclaimer: This story is based on multiple sources. It’s advised to consult a doctor for expert guidance.)

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the deteriorating air quality in and around the Indian capital has become a matter of high concern. A layer of eye-stinging smog continues for the 8th day. The govt. has put out an advisory for people living in Delhi NCR regions.

Delhi: Layer of eye-stinging smog continues for 8th day

It's that time of the year when the Indian capital turns to a gas chamber, the air quality has significantly worsened once again. The average air quality index in New Delhi is 315 which falls in the very poor category.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that high wind speed has helped keep the situation in the city and nearby regions from deteriorating, though the city continues to choke.

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