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Kriti Sanon voices concern over Delhi’s deteriorating air quality

November 23, 2025, 12:42 PM - 2 min read

"Something needs to be done to stop it; otherwise, it will reach a point where we won’t be able to see each other standing next to each other,” the actor said.

India Gate shrouded in a dense blanket of smog, as Delhi’s air quality slipped into the ‘severe’ category, reducing visibility and prompting emergency pollution-control measures.

Delhi air quality turns ‘severe’ for first time in 2025

November 11, 2025, 08:27 PM - 3 min read

Delhi on Tuesday recorded its first “severe” air quality day of 2025, with the AQI climbing to 428 amid stagnant weather and rising local emissions. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ordered strict GRAP Stage III enforcement and emergency measures as hazardous pollution forced schools to shift to hybrid mode.

Delhi recorded an AQI of 339 in very poor category.

Delhi air quality hits 'severe,' AQI above 400 in many areas

November 9, 2025, 12:36 PM - 3 min read

On Saturday, air quality in the national capital remained in the 'very poor' category in the morning as Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reading stood at 355 as of 8 am.

AQI.in has termed the air in NCR as bad as smoking over 9.8 cigarettes a day for Gurugram residents, and 9.2 for those in Delhi.

Delhi AQI slips to ‘very poor’, no respite likely in coming days

November 6, 2025, 07:30 PM - 3 min read

According to the Centre's forecast, the city's air quality will continue to remain in the 'very poor' bracket.

Delhi-NCR air quality stays 'poor,' AQI at 292

October 24, 2025, 10:07 AM - 3 min read

According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the overall AQI in Delhi was recorded at 292 at 8 am.

The 24-hour average AQI on Saturday was 268, continuing the worsening trend of readings of 254 and 245 recorded over the two days preceding it.

‘Severe’ air warning for Delhi, as quality dip continues

October 19, 2025, 09:07 AM - 4 min read

Amid unfavourable meteorological factors, firecracker bursting is set to cause further deterioration in air quality in Delhi.

Delhi AQI stays 'severe' at 401 despite rain

December 24, 2024, 09:35 AM - 3 min read

On Tuesday, the AQI at all 36 monitoring stations listed on the Centre's Sameer app was below 450, with some stations reporting levels under 400.

The Kashmir valley is currently experiencing an intense coldwave, with temperatures plummeting to a chilling low.

Cold wave freezes water in Himachal, Kashmir; rain in Delhi

December 23, 2024, 11:26 AM - 3 min read

In Himachal, high-altitude tribal areas and mountain passes are experiencing extreme cold, with temperatures remaining 14-18°C below freezing on Sunday.

Commuters endure the early morning winter smog and cold in Dwarka, New Delhi, on Sunday.

Delhi's pollution drops, AQI now 'poor' category

November 25, 2024, 10:04 AM - 2 min read

Delhi sees a green shift, with the Lodhi Road (IITM) monitoring station recording an AQI of 95, classified by CPCB as 'satisfactory.'

Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached alarming levels of 441 by 4 pm on Sunday and worsened further to 457 by 7 pm.

Schools switch online as Delhi pollution hits hazardous mark

November 18, 2024, 07:49 AM - 2 min read

The Delhi government has halted physical classes for most students as pollution worsens in the national Capital. Classes 10 and 12 exempted. GRAP-4 rules implemented, restricting vehicle movement and imposing emergency measures to combat the toxic air crisis.

Chandigarh shrouded in thick smog as air quality plummets to 'very poor,' prompting experts to advise residents to limit outdoor activities and adopt protective measures.

Chandigarh AQI hits 'very poor', people urged to be indoors

November 13, 2024, 07:42 PM - 4 min read

Chandigarh's air quality remains in the ‘very poor’ category with an AQI of 372, prompting experts to advise the public to limit outdoor activities. Stubble burning in Punjab is cited as a major cause, with authorities taking measures to curb pollution levels.

The Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) for Delhi indicated that these “extremely unfavourable” meteorological conditions are expected to persist, heightening health concerns across the region.

Delhi AQI enters 'severe' zone as levels cross 400 mark

November 4, 2024, 09:17 AM - 2 min read

Delhi’s air quality nosedived on Monday as AQI levels surpassed 400 in multiple areas, entering the “severe” category. Calm winds, low temperatures, and mist are forecast through Wednesday, heightening concerns. The Commission for Air Quality Management has enforced anti-pollution measures, issuing penalties for violations.