On Wednesday, New Delhi’s AQI dropped slightly but remained 'severe.' Delhi government has announced 50% of its employees to work from home in view of the pollution levels in the city. Will this help reduce pollution or is it just another band-aid?

Delhi Pollution: Can Artificial Rain Wash Away Delhi’s Deadly Smog?

Residents of the Indian capital continue to reel under the pollution crisis as Central and state authorities scramble to implement course correction measures. Watch in for more details!

Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Delhi Govt Orders Hospitals To Set Up Teams For Respiratory Cases

Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Air Quality Remains In Severe Category For Another Day

The air quality in India's national capital continues to remain in the ‘severe plus’ category for another day. Meanwhile, schools and colleges in the region have switched to online classes owing to the deteriorating air quality.

Delhi: Air Quality Remains in Severe Category for Another Day

The sale of air purifiers and masks has surged significantly across Delhi as residents try to breathe amid rising levels of air pollution. Watch this report for more details!

Delhi Pollution: Sales of Masks, Air Purifiers and Car Air Filters Rise

Delhi wakes up to season's worst air quality, GRAP-IV enforced as AQI hits 'severe plus’. 24-hour average AQI soars to 486, stringent anti-pollution measures take effect. Delhi Wakes Up To Season's Worst Air Quality, GRAP-IV enforced as AQI hits 'severe plus’. 24-hour average AQI soars to 486, stringent anti-pollution measures take effect. Watch to know more!

India: GRAP-IV Enforced In Delhi As AQI Hits 'Severe Plus’ Category | WION Originals

Delhi hospitals are witnessing a surge in patients with respiratory issues as pollution levels in the city reach hazardous levels. The toxic air, exacerbated by crop burning and vehicle emissions, is causing an increase in conditions like asthma, bronchitis, and other lung-related ailments. Health authorities are urging residents, especially vulnerable groups, to limit outdoor activities.

Delhi Pollution: Delhi Hospitals See Spike In Patients With Respiratory Issues

India's national capital, New Delhi, woke up to another blanket of smog today after air quality levels worsened past 60 times the World Health Organization's recommended maximum limit on Monday. Pollution extended across North Indian states like Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and others, with the AQI dropping to worrying levels. At least 17 of the 37 stations that measure air quality in Delhi maxed out at 500 by 6:00 AM on Tuesday morning, as per data from the Central Pollution Control Board. Watch in for more details!

India's North Shrouded In Smog As Pollution Hits Season High

Shahdara Cyber Police Station in the national capital has arrested a Chinese national, Fang Chenjin, in connection with a major cyber fraud case involving the cheating of over Rs. 43.5 lakh, DCP Shahdara said.

DCP Shahdara, Prashant Gautam, said, "The fraud was carried out through online stock trading scams orchestrated via WhatsApp groups, targeting individuals. Further investigation revealed that Fang Chenjin is linked to two other significant fraud cases involving cybercrime and money laundering in Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh."

He further said that there are also 17 criminal complaints registered with the Cyber Crime Portal, all linked to the same Fincare Bank account, with the total amount defrauded exceeding Rs. 100 crore.

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A complaint was lodged by Suresh Kolichiyil Achuthan on July 24 at the Cyber Crime Portal wherein the complainant reported that he was lured into fraudulent stock market training sessions and subsequently tricked into investing Rs. 43.5 lakh&nbsp;in several transactions. These investments were directed to multiple bank accounts controlled by the fraudsters.

During the investigation, details of bank accounts in which the cheated amount had been transferred were obtained, and call details of the suspect mobile number were analysed. A thorough investigation was conducted in terms of bank accounts and mobile numbers connected to all the suspects. Technical analysis and sincere efforts of the team led to the link connected to fraud.

The team worked meticulously and traced the funds to a bank account in the name of Maha Laxmi Traders,&nbsp;Mundka, Delhi. This account was found to be linked to fraudulent transactions, with one transfer of Rs. 1.25 lakh&nbsp;being made on April 24.

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Further inquiry led the team to a mobile phone&nbsp;which led the team to Fang Chenjin. Fang Chenjin, a Chinese national residing at Safdarjung Enclave, Delhi, was arrested after evidence, including a mobile phone and WhatsApp chat logs, were recovered from his possession. The WhatsApp conversations between him and an associate clearly showed that he was directing the fraudulent activities, including the recharge of the mobile number used in the scam.

The mobile phone was used in the commission of a crime. WhatsApp chat revealed Fang Chenjin instructed his associate to recharge the mobile number involved in the fraud.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Shahdara Cyber Police Station in the national capital has arrested a Chinese national, Fang Chenjin, in connection with a major cyber fraud case involving the cheating of over Rs.

Shahdara Cyber Police Station in the national capital has arrested a Chinese national, Fang Chenjin, in connection with a major cyber fraud case involving the cheating of over Rs. 43.5 lakh, DCP Shahdara said. DCP Shahdara, Prashant Gautam, said, "The fraud was carried out through online stock trading scams orchestrated via WhatsApp groups, targeting individuals. Further investigation revealed that Fang Chenjin is linked to two other significant fraud cases involving cybercrime and money laundering in Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh." He further said that there are also 17 criminal complaints registered with the Cyber Crime Portal, all linked to the same Fincare Bank account, with the total amount defrauded exceeding Rs. 100 crore. Also read | India, China discuss resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, direct flights on sidelines of G20 Summit A complaint was lodged by Suresh Kolichiyil Achuthan on July 24 at the Cyber Crime Portal wherein the complainant reported that he was lured into fraudulent stock market training sessions and subsequently tricked into investing Rs. 43.5 lakh in several transactions. These investments were directed to multiple bank accounts controlled by the fraudsters. During the investigation, details of bank accounts in which the cheated amount had been transferred were obtained, and call details of the suspect mobile number were analysed. A thorough investigation was conducted in terms of bank accounts and mobile numbers connected to all the suspects. Technical analysis and sincere efforts of the team led to the link connected to fraud. The team worked meticulously and traced the funds to a bank account in the name of Maha Laxmi Traders, Mundka, Delhi. This account was found to be linked to fraudulent transactions, with one transfer of Rs. 1.25 lakh being made on April 24. Also read | Delhi air pollution: AAP govt accuses centre of ignoring requests for artificial rain, asks PM to intervene Further inquiry led the team to a mobile phone which led the team to Fang Chenjin. Fang Chenjin, a Chinese national residing at Safdarjung Enclave, Delhi, was arrested after evidence, including a mobile phone and WhatsApp chat logs, were recovered from his possession. The WhatsApp conversations between him and an associate clearly showed that he was directing the fraudulent activities, including the recharge of the mobile number used in the scam. The mobile phone was used in the commission of a crime. WhatsApp chat revealed Fang Chenjin instructed his associate to recharge the mobile number involved in the fraud. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Delhi Police nab Chinese national linked to over $11 million stock trading scam

India’s capital shuts schools and halts construction after air pollution shoots up to its worst level this season. Watch this report for more details!

Smog Halts Life in Delhi: Schools, Colleges Shut

India: Delhi Shrouded in Toxic Smog as Pollution Reading Breaks Record

India is grappling with the severe air quality crisis. Pollution levels have skyrocketed across major cities. The situation is particularly dire in New Delhi and surrounding regions as well as parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. In Northern India the air quality index has reached alarming levels posing major health risks. The national capital is nearing the 500 Mark with an average AQI of 484. As the air remains in the severe plus category for a second consecutive day in fact several areas have already reported the maximum AQI level of 500 including Alipur, Anand Vihar, and Rohini. Watch in for more details!

Delhi Air Pollution: AQI hits 500 In Several Parts; Delhi Implements Stage 4 Measures Under GRAP

With the air quality in the Indian Capital Delhi staying in the severe category for the last 5 days. stage four restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan are being implemented from today. Watch in for more details!

India: GRAP IV In Delhi As Air Quality Touches 'Severe+' Category

Delhi has tightened restrictions on movement of vehicles and switched schools to online classes as air quality level worsen to over 450 in several parts of the national capital with air quality staying in the severe category for the last 5 days the city has implemented stage 4 restrictions under GRAP which is the Graded Response Action Plan it starts from today. Watch in for more details!

Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: Delhi Chokes; GRAP IV Measures Enforced

Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: Air Quality Plummets To 'Severe+' Category; GRAP IV Measures Enforced

India and Pakistan may be divided by borders, but are united by 'toxic smog'. As severe pollution continues to throttle parts of North India, millions fall sick in Pakistan. According to reports, close to 2 million people have complained of respiratory troubles across Pakistan's Punjab in just a month. The situation is so grim that Pakistan has declared a health emergency. Watch this video to find out more.

Severe Pollution Throttles North India, Millions Fall Ill in Pakistan | GRAVITAS

Smog continues to blanket New Delhi for the third consecutive day, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to a hazardous 420. The dangerously high pollution levels are causing severe health concerns, particularly for vulnerable groups, and prompting calls for immediate action to combat the city's air quality crisis.

New Delhi: Smog Grips Delhi For Third Day In A Row As AQI Is Recorded At 420

Some of Pakistan's biggest cities are in the grip of a wave of severe air pollution and toxic haze. Going back several years, the issue that erupts every winter takes on health dimensions with a spurt in respiratory, eye and skin issues. Across the border, Delhi too is badly hit. Experts blame continued knee-jerk and band-aid responses from administrators, with no permanent solution in sight. We size up a problem that takes an uglier dimension with each successive year.

Pakistan's Pollution Woes Peak I Delhi Pollution Nightmare

Given the declining air quality index and the dense haze that has engulfed the city since Wednesday, the Delhi government stated on Thursday that the third phase of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), which aims to reduce air pollution, will take effect starting on Friday. Watch in for more details!

Delhi Air Pollution: GRAP III In Delhi As Air Quality Touches 'Severe' Category

As the wedding season approaches in India, Delhi, it seems, is preparing for wedding feasts with a side of toxic smog. Delhi's toxic pollution has turned into a killer and turned the pollution crisis into a health crisis. This comes as the wedding season in Delhi has officially kickstarted. Watch this video to find out more.

New Delhi: Worst Air Quality Reading Of The Season

Amid Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) at 'severe' level for two consecutive days, the Delhi government decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).&nbsp;

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Amid Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) at 'severe' level for two consecutive days, the Delhi government decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

Amid Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) at 'severe' level for two consecutive days, the Delhi government decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). Meanwhile, the Khalistanis in Canada raised calls for Canadians to leave country, calling them "invaders" during a religious procession (Nagar Kirtan). People were heard saying, "go back to Europe and England." Click on the headlines to read more Stricter GRAP-III pollution curbs imposed as Delhi chokes amid ‘severe’ air quality With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) staying at 'severe' level for two days in a row, the Delhi government has decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). These new actions will be effective from 8:00 AM on Friday (November 15). 'Go back to Europe, England,' Khalistanis in Canada call for Canadians to leave the country The Khalistanis in Canada have been seen calling Canadians "invaders" and asked them to "go back to Europe and England" during a religious procession (Nagar Kirtan). 'Ok, let him try,' Russia open to Ukraine peace talks if US President-elect Trump initiates Russia is open to talks for ending the conflict in Ukraine if US President-elect Donald Trump initiates it, Russia’s ambassador to the UN in Geneva, Gennady Gatilov, told reporters on Thursday (Nov 14), Reuters reported. However, Gatilov added that any discussions would need to accept Russia’s current territorial gains. India seeking Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Dalla’s extradition following his arrest in Canada Indian government said Thursday (Nov. 14) that it was seeking to get proclaimed Khalistani terrorist and separatist Arshdeep Dalla extradited following his arrest in Canada. Dalla was one of the two persons detained by Canada police on October 28 in connection with a shooting. Arshdeep was designated a terrorist by New Delhi in January 2023. India has sought his extradition on several occasions but to no avail. When Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s pick for US intelligence head, blasted Pak for violence against Hindus US presidential election winner Donald Trump on Wednesday (Nov. 13) tapped 43-year-old former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as the new Director of National Intelligence (DNI). While declaring Gabbard’s nomination, Trump described her as a “proud Republican” with a “fearless spirit.” UN accuses Israel of 'genocidal warfare' in Gaza, citing mass casualties, starvation Israel's warfare in Gaza is consistent with the characteristics of genocide, a special UN committee said Thursday, accusing the country of "using starvation as a method of war". New Zealand parliament briefly suspended after politicians begin haka protest over Maori rights bill New Zealand's parliament was briefly suspended on Thursday (Nov. 14) after a controversial Maori bill triggered a haka dance protest, raging debate, and personal attacks. 'Symbol of gratitude for his support,' Dominica to bestow highest national honour upon PM Modi The Commonwealth of Dominica will bestow its highest national award, the Dominica Award of Honour, upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi this month, the Dominica government said. Glenn Maxwell goes big at Gabba as Australia crush Pakistan in 1st T20I Glenn Maxwell starred for Australia in the first T20I against Pakistan at the Gabba in Brisbane, hitting a blistering 19-ball 43. Batting first in the game that got reduced to seven overs per side due to rain interruption, Australia scored 93 for four, with ‘Big Show’ Maxwell whacking all bowlers, including Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, reverse sweeping for boundaries. Marcus Stoinis’ last-over heroics (21* off seven balls) propelled Australia to a massive first-innings total. BAFTA: You can now lose your winners trophy if found convicted of crimes In a great move by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), the organisation has decided to change a few things in its rule book. The British Academy has now made provisions to strip winners off their trophies in cases of convictions of crime that result in prison term or “proven dishonesty”. This rule will be applicable to the winner starting from the year 2025.

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Layer of smog engulfs Delhi-NCR as AQI at 399 continues to be in 'Very Poor' category. Residents Complain Of Low Visibility & Breathlessness, flight operations hit. Areas in national capital have an air quality index in 'Severe' category, breaches 400 mark. Aya nagar, Anand Vihar, Delhi University's North Campus records worst air quality. Watch to know more!

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A dense layer of smog shrouded Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, sharply reducing visibility as the air quality plunged to "very poor" levels. Watch this report for more details!

Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates as Pollution Levels Rise

Delhi's winter wedding season kicks off on November 12 with an estimated 48,000 weddings in the coming three weeks. Wedding bands and banquet halls across the city are witnessing a surge in demand for bookings. Watch this report for more details!

Delhi Braces for Wedding Season, 45,000 Weddings Expected in Coming 3 Weeks

A dense layer of Smog enveloped Delhi and surrounding regions of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad on Wednesday morning which led to various flight diversions...Watch in for more details!

Delhi Air Pollution: Smog Causes Low Visibility In NCR, AQI 'Very Poor' For 15th Day

A bombshell report by the New York Times has revealed that Delhi’s Okhla waste-to-energy plant, touted as an eco-friendly solution to landfill menace, is exposing over a million residents to dangerous chemicals and emissions. The report revealed that the ash that is dumped from the Timarpur-Okhla Waste Management plant near residential areas in capital city’s Badarpur border is exposing millions to toxic emissions containing cadmium, lead, and arsenic.

Making things worse, the area is close to various schools and children’s parks, putting kids at the highest risk.

<h2>Brief history of the plant</h2>

Delhi’s Okhla plant was established in 2012 to address two of the capital city’s most pressing issues: Waste management and energy shortage. The plant was meant to convert up to 2,000 tonnes of trash daily into approximately 23 megawatts of electricity.

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But over the years, the facility, run by Jindal Group's JITF Intralogistics in a public-private partnership with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, turned into a toxic menace itself. By prioritising cost-cutting measures over public safety, the plant failed to uphold pollution controls.

The NYT teams collected samples from around the plant over five years between 2019 and 2023 and found they contained dangerously high levels of heavy metals and pollutants.

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According to the report, cadmium levels were measured at 19 times the allowable limit, manganese at 11 times, arsenic at 10 times, lead at four times, and cobalt at three times. Prolonged exposure to these metals may result in severe health complications, including respiratory diseases, cancer, neurological disorders, and complications during pregnancy.

The findings from the New York Times further confirm internal government reports that have indicated significant dioxin emissions from the facility—reaching up to 10 times the legal limit—according to government documentation.

The effect is visible on local residents. Most of the people living around the plant suffer from respiratory illnesses, skin boils, and black phlegm production.

(With inputs from agencies)

A bombshell report by the New York Times has revealed that Delhi’s Okhla waste-to-energy plant, touted as an eco-friendly solution to landfill menace, is exposing over a million residents to dangerous chemicals and emissions.

A bombshell report by the New York Times has revealed that Delhi’s Okhla waste-to-energy plant, touted as an eco-friendly solution to landfill menace, is exposing over a million residents to dangerous chemicals and emissions. The report revealed that the ash that is dumped from the Timarpur-Okhla Waste Management plant near residential areas in capital city’s Badarpur border is exposing millions to toxic emissions containing cadmium, lead, and arsenic. Making things worse, the area is close to various schools and children’s parks, putting kids at the highest risk. Brief history of the plant Delhi’s Okhla plant was established in 2012 to address two of the capital city’s most pressing issues: Waste management and energy shortage. The plant was meant to convert up to 2,000 tonnes of trash daily into approximately 23 megawatts of electricity. Also read: India`s SC asks Delhi govt to decide on firecracker ban, says `no religion encourages pollution` But over the years, the facility, run by Jindal Group's JITF Intralogistics in a public-private partnership with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, turned into a toxic menace itself. By prioritising cost-cutting measures over public safety, the plant failed to uphold pollution controls. The NYT teams collected samples from around the plant over five years between 2019 and 2023 and found they contained dangerously high levels of heavy metals and pollutants. Also read: Delhi is choking. Can green buildings help win the Battle for Breath? According to the report, cadmium levels were measured at 19 times the allowable limit, manganese at 11 times, arsenic at 10 times, lead at four times, and cobalt at three times. Prolonged exposure to these metals may result in severe health complications, including respiratory diseases, cancer, neurological disorders, and complications during pregnancy. The findings from the New York Times further confirm internal government reports that have indicated significant dioxin emissions from the facility—reaching up to 10 times the legal limit—according to government documentation. The effect is visible on local residents. Most of the people living around the plant suffer from respiratory illnesses, skin boils, and black phlegm production. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi’s ‘green’ waste-to-energy plant exposing millions to toxic emissions: Report

In India cities of Delhi and Mumbai witnessed a slight Improvement in the overall air quality on Tuesday Morning. However several areas in the national capital still persisted with the severe air pollution with an AQI score of above 400. Watch in for more details!

India: Delhi's Air Quality Remains In 'Very Poor' Category

The Supreme Court of India on Monday (Nov 11) sharply criticised the Delhi Police and asked for "immediate action" on banning the sale and bursting of firecrackers in the city, which has been happening every year defying the existing ban, even after the festival of Diwali, and said that "no religion encourages pollution".

"No religion encourages any activity which creates pollution. If firecrackers are burst in this fashion... it also affects the fundamental right to health of the citizens," stated a bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih, while hearing the case on the yearly air quality crisis of Delhi.

“The right to live in a pollution-free atmosphere is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. Prima facie, we are of the view that no religion promotes any activity that promotes pollution or compromises with the health of the people,” added the bench.

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The court also asked the Delhi government to decide by November 25&nbsp;on permanently banning the firecrackers in the wake of their chemical residue blanketing the city with a cloud of toxic smog that has been adversely affecting the health of the residents.

<h2>Court directs Delhi Police to create special cell, tell SHOs to implement order</h2>

The apex court also directed the Delhi Police to create a special cell which would enforce the ban on crackers and give responsibility to SHOs for implementing the Delhi government order dated October 14 in this regard.

The Commissioner of Delhi Police was ordered by the court to file an affidavit by November 25 regarding whether notices of ban were issued to all cracker manufacturers.

The court further asked the police to provide details of steps adopted for curbing the online sale of crackers.

The&nbsp;Supreme Court&nbsp;also asked the states of the National Capital Region to inform about the steps adopted for controlling air pollution.

After the Delhi government and police were reprimanded last week, an affidavit was filed by the Delhi Police explaining the steps taken by them.

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"There are widespread news reports the ban on firecrackers (in Delhi NCR) was not implemented at all...," said the court last week.&nbsp;

"After October 14 did the police go and stop the sale of firecrackers?" the court asked on Monday (Nov 11), to which the police said "yes". "This is all eyewash..." the court replied.

"We find that implementation of the order was not taken seriously by the police and there is nothing in the affidavit to show the ban order was communicated to manufacturers and stores making and selling firecrackers (in Delhi)," said the court.

"We direct the Commissioner of Police to immediately take action and inform all concerned about the ban... to ensure, during the ban, no manufacturers stores or sells firecrackers," it added.

After Diwali, the capital city's air quality index (AQI) plummeted to the 'severe' category.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Supreme Court of India on Monday (Nov 11) sharply criticised the Delhi Police and asked for "immediate action" on banning the sale and bursting of firecrackers in the city, which has been happening every year defying the existing ban, even after the festival of Diwali, and said that "no religion encourages pollution".

The Supreme Court of India on Monday (Nov 11) sharply criticised the Delhi Police and asked for "immediate action" on banning the sale and bursting of firecrackers in the city, which has been happening every year defying the existing ban, even after the festival of Diwali, and said that "no religion encourages pollution". "No religion encourages any activity which creates pollution. If firecrackers are burst in this fashion... it also affects the fundamental right to health of the citizens," stated a bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih, while hearing the case on the yearly air quality crisis of Delhi. “The right to live in a pollution-free atmosphere is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. Prima facie, we are of the view that no religion promotes any activity that promotes pollution or compromises with the health of the people,” added the bench. Also Read: Justice Sanjiv Khanna succeeds DY Chandrachud, takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India The court also asked the Delhi government to decide by November 25 on permanently banning the firecrackers in the wake of their chemical residue blanketing the city with a cloud of toxic smog that has been adversely affecting the health of the residents. Court directs Delhi Police to create special cell, tell SHOs to implement order The apex court also directed the Delhi Police to create a special cell which would enforce the ban on crackers and give responsibility to SHOs for implementing the Delhi government order dated October 14 in this regard. The Commissioner of Delhi Police was ordered by the court to file an affidavit by November 25 regarding whether notices of ban were issued to all cracker manufacturers. The court further asked the police to provide details of steps adopted for curbing the online sale of crackers. The Supreme Court also asked the states of the National Capital Region to inform about the steps adopted for controlling air pollution. After the Delhi government and police were reprimanded last week, an affidavit was filed by the Delhi Police explaining the steps taken by them. Watch: New Delhi: Indian Capital Chokes Under Blanket Of Smog As AQI Drops To 'Severe' Category "There are widespread news reports the ban on firecrackers (in Delhi NCR) was not implemented at all...," said the court last week. "After October 14 did the police go and stop the sale of firecrackers?" the court asked on Monday (Nov 11), to which the police said "yes". "This is all eyewash..." the court replied. "We find that implementation of the order was not taken seriously by the police and there is nothing in the affidavit to show the ban order was communicated to manufacturers and stores making and selling firecrackers (in Delhi)," said the court. "We direct the Commissioner of Police to immediately take action and inform all concerned about the ban... to ensure, during the ban, no manufacturers stores or sells firecrackers," it added. After Diwali, the capital city's air quality index (AQI) plummeted to the 'severe' category. (With inputs from agencies)

India's SC asks Delhi govt to decide on firecracker ban, says 'no religion encourages pollution'

Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' despite a slight improvement on Saturday (Nov 9) evening, CPCB data showed.

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed that the national capital's Air Quality Index (AQI) improved to 351 at 6:00 pm from 358 at 9:00 am.

According to the Sameer app that provides hourly updates of the national AQI published by the CPCB, the AQI at Bawana and New Moti Bagh stations were in the 'severe' category with readings of 405 and 408, respectively.

An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 450 'severe'.

Delhi on Saturday recorded a maximum temperature of 32.5 degrees Celsius, three notches above normal, while the minimum temperature settled four notches above the season's average at 18.3 degrees.

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The humidity level oscillated between 78 per cent and 98 per cent, according to the India Meteorological Department.

The weather office has forecast moderate fog on Sunday, with the maximum and minimum temperatures expected to settle around 32 and 18 degrees Celsius, respectively.

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Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' despite a slight improvement on Saturday (Nov 9) evening, CPCB data showed. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed that the national capital's Air Quality Index (AQI) improved to 351 at 6:00 pm from 358 at 9:00 am.

Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' despite a slight improvement on Saturday (Nov 9) evening, CPCB data showed. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed that the national capital's Air Quality Index (AQI) improved to 351 at 6:00 pm from 358 at 9:00 am. According to the Sameer app that provides hourly updates of the national AQI published by the CPCB, the AQI at Bawana and New Moti Bagh stations were in the 'severe' category with readings of 405 and 408, respectively. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 450 'severe'. Delhi on Saturday recorded a maximum temperature of 32.5 degrees Celsius, three notches above normal, while the minimum temperature settled four notches above the season's average at 18.3 degrees. Also read: Respiratory illness rising amid poor AQI in Delhi, Centre doubles fine for stubble burning The humidity level oscillated between 78 per cent and 98 per cent, according to the India Meteorological Department. The weather office has forecast moderate fog on Sunday, with the maximum and minimum temperatures expected to settle around 32 and 18 degrees Celsius, respectively. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Delhi's air quality shows improvement but remains in 'very poor' category

The Indian capital is choking as air quality continues to worsen. Multiple areas in Delhi have reached ‘severe’ levels in the air quality index, nearing the 450 mark. As winter approaches, air pollution across the city is intensifying, and the situation is expected to further deteriorate in the coming days.

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