Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) has crossed 400, entering the hazardous category. In response, authorities have mandated hybrid classes for students up to Class 9 and Class 11. Essential services have been exempted from vehicle restrictions to ensure continuity of critical operations amid the severe pollution crisis.


Delhi's AQI stands at 465 in 'hazardous' range, residents advised to stay indoors

Delhi's air quality has plunged back into the 'severe' category, prompting authorities to reimpose Stage III restrictions under GRAP across the NCR. Unfavorable weather conditions, including slow winds and a stable atmosphere, led to a sharp overnight rise in pollution levels, causing widespread smog and respiratory discomfort.


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Delhi has been ranked as the fourth most polluted city in India, with alarming air quality levels recorded throughout November. According to recent data, the capital experienced 23 ‘very poor’ air quality days and six ‘severe’ pollution days, raising serious health concerns for residents and environmental experts alike. 

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India's National Capital Delhi, and Its Financial Capital Mumbai, ---
Are Facing a Common Crisis of Polluted Air..

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New Delhi is once again struggling under a heavy blanket of smog.
Air pollution has surged dangerously across the city and surrounding areas,
Prompting renewed calls for action from citizens and experts alike.
The air hangs thick across New Delhi
Visibility reduced, skies grey, and an unmistakable choking haze in the early morning and evening.

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Recent reports from Delhi-NCR hospitals confirm a significant surge in patients with respiratory and eye ailments, leading to a public health emergency as severe air pollution persists


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The Delhi police arrested 22 people who took part in demonstrations at India Gate against the plummeting air quality and produced them before a city court, which remanded them in judicial custody.


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Delhi is once again grappling with a deadly winter smog crisis,
And the air in the capital has reached dangerous levels.
The air quality index or aqi,
Current remains at 382 today,
Putting most areas in the ‘very poor’ category.
Some localities have already crossed the 400 mark,
Entering the ‘severe’ zone.
Visibility has dipped across the city,
And a thick layer of toxic haze hangs over the capital,
Making breathing an immediate health risk

Delhi's Air Quality Continues to Remain Grim Post Festive Season

Air Pollution Crisis: Delhi’s air quality has reached alarming levels in October 2025, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) marking ‘poor’ and ‘very poor’ categories in multiple areas. This October ranks as one of the worst in the last five years, as thick smog and fog combined with stagnant weather conditions have trapped pollutants over the city.


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Delhi’s air pollution worsens: AQI soars to 359

Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, with the AQI remaining in the ‘poor’ category for the third consecutive day. In response, authorities are likely to initiate cloud seeding within 2–3 days to induce artificial rain and reduce pollution levels.

Delhi's AQI Worsens: Cloud Seeding Likely in Delhi in 2-3 Days

Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, with the AQI remaining in the ‘poor’ category for the third consecutive day. In response, authorities are likely to initiate cloud seeding within 2–3 days to induce artificial rain and reduce pollution levels.


Delhi's AQI Worsens: Cloud Seeding Likely in Delhi in 2-3 Days 

Fireworks, stubble burning, and cool weather combined to push the Air Quality Index (AQI) into the “severe” category in many parts of the city.
Despite a ban on firecrackers, celebrations continued, leaving the capital blanketed in toxic smog.


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Delhi pollution: AQI hits ‘severe’ 411 near Akshardham as GRAP-2 invoked

Indian Coast Guard conducts the 10th National Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) off Chennai to test India’s marine oil spill response and enhance inter-agency coordination.

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A group of foreigners in Gurugram, Haryana, sparked nationwide outrage after videos surfaced of them cleaning roads and drains while holding placards promoting civic responsibility. The viral footage has triggered criticism of poor waste management and civic apathy. Many netizens called the incident “shameful,” arguing that Indian citizens and authorities should be leading such efforts. The act has reignited debates over cleanliness, accountability, and urban civic sense in India.


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The Central Pollution Control Board has also declared Byrnihat the most polluted urban area in India for the second consecutive year.

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