Delhi, Pollution and India

Why India’s Delhi Has One of World’s Worst Air Pollution Problems
Hundreds of millions of Indians breathe some of the world’s most toxic air year round. Air pollution in the capital area that’s home to about 30 million people is especially stubborn. In winter, the cold weather actually makes the smog even worse — and potent.
Delhi Tops As India’s Most Polluted City In October 2024: Here’s Why Air Quality Is Deteriorating
Delhi has once again earned the unenviable title of “India’s most polluted city” in October 2024, as revealed by a study conducted
Delhi wants artificial rain to tackle worsening air pollution
NEW DELHI, Nov 5 (Reuters) - India's capital territory of Delhi is keen to use artificial rain to fight air pollution this year, its Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Tuesday, as deteriorating air quality in the region led to an increase in respiratory illnesses.
Delhi-NCR AQI: No relief from pollution, Delhi air quality remains 'very poor'
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 358 as of 8 am today.
Delhi air quality remains ‘very poor’ with 356 AQI; Mumbai in ‘moderate’ category
Delhi's AQI is expected to remain 'very poor' till Friday. The air quality is likely to be in Very Poor to Severe category for the subsequent six day.
Delhi’s air quality remains ‘very poor’ for third day
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed at least 11 of Delhi’s 40 ambient air quality monitoring stations recorded pollution in the severe range at 8am
Delhi Schools Closed Due to Pollution 2024? Check AQI Updates Here
Since Diwali is over, the obvious has happened. Delhi, the capital city of India is once again breaking records in achieving ...
Toxic smog cloaks India's capital as Diwali firecrackers push air pollution to hazardous levels
A thick layer of toxic smog is cloaking India’s capital as smoke from firecrackers used to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu ...
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Air that looks almost opaque: Smog chokes Delhi residents as pollution hits severe levels
(Photo: AP/Manish Swarup) NEW DELHI: Pulmonologist Ashish Jain has been busier than usual in recent weeks. Pollution has ...
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Delhi NCR air stays hazardous, ‘severe’ air pollution across several areas
Delhi NCR's air quality remained dangerously poor on Wednesday, 6 November, nearing the 'severe' category in several ...
Increasing air pollution can cause eye problems, follow THESE 5 prevention tips for optical care
Learn how increasing air pollution affects eye health and discover five essential prevention tips to protect your vision.
Delhi Gears Up For Assembly Polls, Pollution Takes Spotlight In Campaign
The campaign for Delhi Assembly polls is picking up pace as is the drop in air quality of the city. The 24-hour average AQI recorded at 4 pm was reported at 381 on Monday, the second highest in the ...
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Delhi pollution: Hospitals note surge in patients with respiratory issues
Amid worsening air quality in Delhi, hospitals across the city are witnessing ... The CREA analysis further showed that stubble burning accounted for less than 10 per cent of PM2.5 pollution in ...
'Air pollution plays a big role in sudden heart attacks and strokes'
How widespread is air pollution in India? Around 98% of Indians live in areas where air pollution levels are higher ...