The aircrafts were diverted to Sanganer Airport here, an official said, adding that one of the charted pl ...More

The aircrafts were diverted to Sanganer Airport here, an official said, adding that one of the charted planes was carrying BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya. ...Less

Delhi needs rural neighbors' help to beat smog, says study. Regional air quality plans, airshed councils, ...More

Delhi needs rural neighbors' help to beat smog, says study. Regional air quality plans, airshed councils, and smog forecasts recommended. Research suggests combining scientific evidence with governance innovation and effective coordination among agencies. Most Indian cities have over seven times the acceptable pollution levels. Neighboring rural areas contribute to pollution. Action plan and better monitoring required for a joined-up approach. ...Less

Delhi's air pollution is worsening, and the Connaught Place smog tower reportedly remains non-operational ...More

Delhi's air pollution is worsening, and the Connaught Place smog tower reportedly remains non-operational this year, impacting residents' breathing. Locals and health experts stress its importance, as respiratory issues rise by 10-15%. There are growing calls for the tower to be made functional to combat pollution. ...Less

Air Quality Index (AQI) measures the concentration of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5) in the air. ...More

Air Quality Index (AQI) measures the concentration of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5) in the air. ...Less

"But, as a government, we are determined to not let the Delhi smog-like situation happen again. And, we a ...More

"But, as a government, we are determined to not let the Delhi smog-like situation happen again. And, we are concerned not just for the national capital but for the whole India. ...Less

The measures, part of the Graded Response Action Plan, were enforced on November 8 after pollution levels ...More

The measures, part of the Graded Response Action Plan, were enforced on November 8 after pollution levels had spiked, hitting the emergency category, accompanied by thick smog. ...Less

Gandhi quoted the well-known ghazal from the 1978 Hindi movie 'Gaman' to take a poetic dig at The Delhi s ...More

Gandhi quoted the well-known ghazal from the 1978 Hindi movie 'Gaman' to take a poetic dig at The Delhi smog without naming any political party or leader. ...Less

According to the plan submitted to the Supreme Court, the best solution to avoid burning of crop residue ...More

According to the plan submitted to the Supreme Court, the best solution to avoid burning of crop residue is to till the straw back into the field using certain machines. ...Less

China moved early to control pollution, especially for the 2008 Olympics by cracking down on polluting ve ...More

China moved early to control pollution, especially for the 2008 Olympics by cracking down on polluting vehicles and factories to improve the air for the games. ...Less

In his letter to Baijal yesterday, the minister pointed out that due to the hike, people are likely to us ...More

In his letter to Baijal yesterday, the minister pointed out that due to the hike, people are likely to use their own vehicles instead of parking them at Metro stations and using public transport. ...Less

Doctors and experts say that besides spike in fresh cases, health complications have aggravated in people ...More

Doctors and experts say that besides spike in fresh cases, health complications have aggravated in people having a history of asthma, allergy or other related ailments. ...Less

About 10 lakh students are enrolled in the schools administered by the South, North and East Delhi Munici ...More

About 10 lakh students are enrolled in the schools administered by the South, North and East Delhi Municipal Corporations. ...Less

Flights to Delhi were diverted to Jaipur, Lucknow and Amritsar between 9Am and 1 PM due to low visibility ...More

Flights to Delhi were diverted to Jaipur, Lucknow and Amritsar between 9Am and 1 PM due to low visibility at Delhi airport. The visibility at Delhi airport fell to below the minimum visibility required due to smog, primarily created by crop burning in Punjab and Haryana, and has engulfed the city for the past one week. ...Less

The tweet was from a resident who mistook a water tower for a flying saucer, all due to the Delhi smog. T ...More

The tweet was from a resident who mistook a water tower for a flying saucer, all due to the Delhi smog. The visibility was low due to the incredibly high pollution levels. He took a picture and sent it to his friend. He accompanied it with a text which is absolutely hilarious. His friend shared the screenshot on Twitter and its becomes the next viral thing. ...Less

These simple tips can help minimise the negative effects of the hazardous air quality. ...More

These simple tips can help minimise the negative effects of the hazardous air quality. ...Less

A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar slammed authorities for not complying with its ...More

A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar slammed authorities for not complying with its earlier orders to decongest traffic and asked them to take steps in a holistic manner. ...Less

Plants of Coca-Cola, Dabur, Perfetti, HMSI, Hero MotoCorp have been hit after the National Green Tribunal ...More

Plants of Coca-Cola, Dabur, Perfetti, HMSI, Hero MotoCorp have been hit after the National Green Tribunal banned industrial activity in and around Delhi. ...Less

The Indicus report has presented a number of practical solutions to crop stubble burning, road and constr ...More

The Indicus report has presented a number of practical solutions to crop stubble burning, road and construction dust, vehicular pollution, coal and fly ash, industrial emissions and waste burning. ...Less

Arvind Kejriwal said that emergency measures are needed to tackle the situation and announced that all co ...More

Arvind Kejriwal said that emergency measures are needed to tackle the situation and announced that all constructions and demolitions activities will be stopped for next 5 days. ...Less

The UK has updated its travel advisory for India citing the runway closure at Delhi airport, which may le ...More

The UK has updated its travel advisory for India citing the runway closure at Delhi airport, which may lead to flight delays and cancellations. ...Less

Given that the smog conditions were expected, why weren’t emergency measures in place and advisories rele ...More

Given that the smog conditions were expected, why weren’t emergency measures in place and advisories released in advance? ...Less

SC seeks responses from Centre, UP, Haryana and Punjab on the plea seeking direction to curb pollution th ...More

SC seeks responses from Centre, UP, Haryana and Punjab on the plea seeking direction to curb pollution through road dust, stubble burning, PTI reported ...Less

2017 is ending on an anxious note—that we aren't doing enough to solve the problem of pollution. ...More

2017 is ending on an anxious note—that we aren't doing enough to solve the problem of pollution. ...Less

On November 8, the contribution of the dust storm was 40 per cent, eclipsing the role of emissions from s ...More

On November 8, the contribution of the dust storm was 40 per cent, eclipsing the role of emissions from stubble burning, which stood at 25 per cent, SAFAR said. ...Less

A bench headed by Justice Swatanter Kumar ordered the AAP government and states of Punjab, Haryana, UP an ...More

A bench headed by Justice Swatanter Kumar ordered the AAP government and states of Punjab, Haryana, UP and Rajasthan to positively submit their plan before December 4. ...Less

SC issued notice to the Centre and the state govts concerned on the plea which also sought a direction to ...More

SC issued notice to the Centre and the state govts concerned on the plea which also sought a direction to promote solar energy and EVs to check pollution. ...Less

According to WHO, air pollution is killing nearly eight lakh people annually in the South East Asian Regi ...More

According to WHO, air pollution is killing nearly eight lakh people annually in the South East Asian Region with India alone accounting for over 75 per cent . ...Less

The Air Quality Index, at 298, was classified as 'poor' by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). It ...More

The Air Quality Index, at 298, was classified as 'poor' by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). It was an improvement over 'very poor' recorded over the last few days. ...Less

Kejriwal met Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar in Chandigarh today and stressed that the solutio ...More

Kejriwal met Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar in Chandigarh today and stressed that the solutions for the pollution problem needed to be found with a joint effort between the Centre and States. ...Less

The SC-appointed panel has also pitched for stickers on vehicles reflecting fuel and age so that based on ...More

The SC-appointed panel has also pitched for stickers on vehicles reflecting fuel and age so that based on the level of pollution, certain categories of vehicles can be prohibited. ...Less

Residents of Bhalswa JJ colony live close to the site where nearly 2,700 tonnes of garbage is dumped from ...More

Residents of Bhalswa JJ colony live close to the site where nearly 2,700 tonnes of garbage is dumped from south and the north Delhi. ...Less

Experts monitoring the Delhi air crisis told that while the Graded Response Action Plan is a good start f ...More

Experts monitoring the Delhi air crisis told that while the Graded Response Action Plan is a good start for “emergency” action, a “massive” and sustained series of action are required to address the scale of the problem. ...Less

The top court had earlier sought a report from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on the st ...More

The top court had earlier sought a report from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on the steps being taken to control air pollution in and around Delhi. ...Less

From skipping cardio workout to venturing out in masks, experts list some tips to stay clear. ...More

From skipping cardio workout to venturing out in masks, experts list some tips to stay clear. ...Less

The department said there was a possibility of light winds later in the day, which may clear the smog cho ...More

The department said there was a possibility of light winds later in the day, which may clear the smog choking the national capital. ...Less

The odd-even car rationing scheme will be rolled out in Delhi for five days from November 13 as part of a ...More

The odd-even car rationing scheme will be rolled out in Delhi for five days from November 13 as part of a graded response plan to tackle the alarming level of pollution in the city. ...Less

The level of the most dangerous microparticles, PM 2.5, which can pierce the lungs and enter the bloodstr ...More

The level of the most dangerous microparticles, PM 2.5, which can pierce the lungs and enter the bloodstream, was nearly 2,000, dramatically higher than the safe limit of about 50. ...Less

All throughout the Third India-Sri Lanka Test match, talk hung heavy in the air — like the smog and parti ...More

All throughout the Third India-Sri Lanka Test match, talk hung heavy in the air — like the smog and particulate matter left undisturbed by a lack of breeze — of pollution and its effects. ...Less

Officials said,"the minimum temperature recorded at the other stations was -- Palam (10 degrees Celsius), ...More

Officials said,"the minimum temperature recorded at the other stations was -- Palam (10 degrees Celsius), Ayanagar (8.5), Lodhi Road (8.3) and Ridge (8.8)." ...Less

The green court issued the directive a day after the Delhi government announced it would bring back the o ...More

The green court issued the directive a day after the Delhi government announced it would bring back the odd-even plan from November 13 to 17 to combat air pollution in Delhi and NCR region. ...Less

Vehicular emissions as well as illegal crop burning in the farm states surrounding New Delhi have caused ...More

Vehicular emissions as well as illegal crop burning in the farm states surrounding New Delhi have caused air quality to deteriorate dramatically, prompting calls for tough action. ...Less

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Delhi government had planned to roll out its car rationing scheme from Nov 13 to Nov 17 but called it off ...More

Delhi government had planned to roll out its car rationing scheme from Nov 13 to Nov 17 but called it off after NGT objected to some exemptions. ...Less

An unusually thick smog over the capital and its suburbs since early this morning is a normal winter phen ...More

An unusually thick smog over the capital and its suburbs since early this morning is a normal winter phenomenon and not a fallout of the Jaipur oil depot fire as perceived by many, the country's pollution watchdog and met department said. ...Less

A bench of CJI BR Gavai, justices Ujjal Bhuyan and K Vinod Chandran with a 2:1 majority allowed a review ...More

A bench of CJI BR Gavai, justices Ujjal Bhuyan and K Vinod Chandran with a 2:1 majority allowed a review plea against its May 2025 judgment, which had quashed a 2017 notification and 2021 office memorandum (OM) permitting retrospective EC. ...Less

The AAP government had said that it would file a review petition against the NGT's decision rejecting mos ...More

The AAP government had said that it would file a review petition against the NGT's decision rejecting most exemptions given under the Odd-Even scheme. ...Less

Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood at 365 at 8 am on Tuesday, improving from 395 at 4 pm on Monday. Th ...More

Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood at 365 at 8 am on Tuesday, improving from 395 at 4 pm on Monday. The AQI at any given time is the average of readings taken in the last 24 hours. 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', 401 and 450 'severe' and above 450 'severe-plus'. ...Less

The SAFAR had warned that even if partial toxic firecrackers as compare to last year were burnt, then the ...More

The SAFAR had warned that even if partial toxic firecrackers as compare to last year were burnt, then the air quality would fall in the severe category. ...Less

In an interview to PTI recently, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai had said the AAP government in Punj ...More

In an interview to PTI recently, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai had said the AAP government in Punjab is definitely going to bring a positive change, though it may take some time to bring the number of farm fires to zero. ...Less

Overcast skies and a distinct layer of smog marked another highly polluted day in Delhi which saw further ...More

Overcast skies and a distinct layer of smog marked another highly polluted day in Delhi which saw further increase in the level of suspended particulate matter, with the average reading of PM 2.5 touching 204 microgram per cubic metre, keeping the air quality 'very poor'. ...Less

Kids these days are likely to face increased risk from severe floods, prolonged droughts, and wildfires. ...More

Kids these days are likely to face increased risk from severe floods, prolonged droughts, and wildfires. ...Less

Eight of the plants, whose operators include Vedanta, L&T and Uttar Pradesh Power Corp., have yet to orde ...More

Eight of the plants, whose operators include Vedanta, L&T and Uttar Pradesh Power Corp., have yet to order the required flue-gas desulfurization units, as per the Central Electricity Authority. The units can take as long as three years to secure and install, and it’s unclear if the operators will be penalized by authorities if they miss the deadline. ...Less

NHAI has issued instructions to the field officials to take all possible steps to reduce contribution of ...More

NHAI has issued instructions to the field officials to take all possible steps to reduce contribution of the highways sector towards air pollution in Delhi NCR. ...Less

Sunita Narain, member, EPCA, and director, Centre for Science and Environment, said that they will be tak ...More

Sunita Narain, member, EPCA, and director, Centre for Science and Environment, said that they will be taking up three issues in court. ...Less

Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh said it should be taken as a "serious warning" and all stakeholders sho ...More

Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh said it should be taken as a "serious warning" and all stakeholders should "wake up in time" to avoid its recurrence. ...Less

The government in an affidavit filed by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) said this to a ...More

The government in an affidavit filed by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) said this to a bench comprising justices Madan B Lokur, Kurian Joseph and Deepak Gupta. ...Less

The Delhi government sought a detailed proposal from IIT Kanpur for a pilot project on artificial rain to ...More

The Delhi government sought a detailed proposal from IIT Kanpur for a pilot project on artificial rain to tackle pollution. IIT Kanpur stated that a similar proposal was submitted last year, and they are awaiting necessary permissions from the Delhi government. ...Less

Face masks are not all. Anti-pollution items have permeated the beauty category too. ...More

Face masks are not all. Anti-pollution items have permeated the beauty category too. ...Less

hasbeen called with the representatives of Ola and Uber.The. ...More

hasbeen called with the representatives of Ola and Uber.The. ...Less

The court reprimanded the government for its ‘irresponsible attitude’ and for causing inconvenience by no ...More

The court reprimanded the government for its ‘irresponsible attitude’ and for causing inconvenience by not following most of the EPCA’s directives and recommendations. ...Less

The startup’s services include engineering, procurement, construction and consultation for solar PV power ...More

The startup’s services include engineering, procurement, construction and consultation for solar PV power plants for residential, commercial units. ...Less

The decisions were approved by Lt Governor Anil Baijal in a meeting which was also attended by Chief Mini ...More

The decisions were approved by Lt Governor Anil Baijal in a meeting which was also attended by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and EPCA member Sunita Narain. ...Less

With two pollution stoppages in play bringing the game to a virtual halt, a stalemate seemed to have been ...More

With two pollution stoppages in play bringing the game to a virtual halt, a stalemate seemed to have been reached with Sri Lanka not having eleven fit men to put on the field. ...Less

India’s losses from air pollution increased more than four times to $560 billion between 1990 and 2013. ...More

India’s losses from air pollution increased more than four times to $560 billion between 1990 and 2013. ...Less

The NGT, in its order on Saturday, said the odd-even car rationing system would have to be implemented ev ...More

The NGT, in its order on Saturday, said the odd-even car rationing system would have to be implemented every time the pollution hovered in the “emergency” category for a straight 48 hours. ...Less

Many companies in the Delhi NCR region are installing air purifiers, distributing masks and allowing empl ...More

Many companies in the Delhi NCR region are installing air purifiers, distributing masks and allowing employees to work from home. ...Less

Each year India’s rice farmers burn the stubble of the harvested paddy crop, contributing to the annual h ...More

Each year India’s rice farmers burn the stubble of the harvested paddy crop, contributing to the annual haze. ...Less

The US-based carrier is possibly the first airline to suspend operations to the city, citing air pollutio ...More

The US-based carrier is possibly the first airline to suspend operations to the city, citing air pollution that has worsened in recent days . ...Less

The Delhi government on Monday suggested the Centre to consider engineering artificial rain over Delhi an ...More

The Delhi government on Monday suggested the Centre to consider engineering artificial rain over Delhi and the NCR region. "The aviation ministry will also have to take a decision. If it is possible, we will take the necessary steps," said Union environment minister Anil Dave ...Less

The overall air quality index, which stood at 359 (very poor) on Wednesday, jumped to 469 on Thursday, wh ...More

The overall air quality index, which stood at 359 (very poor) on Wednesday, jumped to 469 on Thursday, which is well into the severe category of CPCB’s index. ...Less

On exempting women from the car rationing scheme, NGT asked the state government that why can't they run ...More

On exempting women from the car rationing scheme, NGT asked the state government that why can't they run ladies special buses. ...Less

This has come amidst a week of deplorable environmental conditions in the National Capital Region, as a t ...More

This has come amidst a week of deplorable environmental conditions in the National Capital Region, as a thick layer of smog engulfed the whole city. ...Less

Delhi's winter air pollution fight faces a challenge. GRAP measures aim to reduce pollution but create ne ...More

Delhi's winter air pollution fight faces a challenge. GRAP measures aim to reduce pollution but create new problems. Construction bans hurt workers and worsen traffic. Traffic barricades increase congestion. Anti-smog guns disrupt traffic flow. Experts suggest focusing on long-term solutions. These include better public transport and green construction methods. A shift towards sustainable practices is crucial. ...Less

Monday saw a sharp turn for the worse as Delhi had “moderate” air quality at 171 on Sunday. ...More

Monday saw a sharp turn for the worse as Delhi had “moderate” air quality at 171 on Sunday. ...Less

If the govt takes tough measures against pollution, it will boost production and lead to economic benefit ...More

If the govt takes tough measures against pollution, it will boost production and lead to economic benefits. ...Less

The findings come at a time when India, particularly in the north, is facing a serious crisis due to risi ...More

The findings come at a time when India, particularly in the north, is facing a serious crisis due to rising levels of pollution. Last month, schools in Delhi had to be shut temporarily to reduce children's exposure to pollutants that had enveloped that national capital. ...Less

It records an average PM2.5 concentration of 285 micrograms per cubic metre from November 1 to November 1 ...More

It records an average PM2.5 concentration of 285 micrograms per cubic metre from November 1 to November 15. ...Less

In the plains, the IMD declares a cold wave if the minimum temperature dips to 4 degrees Celsius. A cold ...More

In the plains, the IMD declares a cold wave if the minimum temperature dips to 4 degrees Celsius. A cold wave is also declared when the minimum temperature is 10 degrees Celsius or below and is 4.5 notches below than normal. ...Less

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For more such stories, click on the ET icon below. ...Less

Farmers are often blamed for northern India’s terrible air quality. Every winter, smoke from stubble burn ...More

Farmers are often blamed for northern India’s terrible air quality. Every winter, smoke from stubble burning mixes with construction dust and industrial emissions to produce a toxic cocktail that blots out the sun, grounds flights and overwhelms hospitals. The haze lingers in the region’s trough-like topography for weeks. ...Less

A new study in the International Journal of Environmental Studies revealed heavy metals like chromium, co ...More

A new study in the International Journal of Environmental Studies revealed heavy metals like chromium, copper, zinc, molybdenum, and lead in PM2.5 particles in East Delhi and other regions. The highest Heavy Metal Exposure Index (HEI) was recorded in Ludhiana post-lockdown. The study highlighted the health risks associated with these pollutants. ...Less

Sharma took the last flight out of Delhi to Mumbai. He could not take the haze and smog that has engulfed ...More

Sharma took the last flight out of Delhi to Mumbai. He could not take the haze and smog that has engulfed the national capital anymore. ...Less

Officials said Delhi’s overall AQI levels are expected to come down, but are likely to remain in “severe” ...More

Officials said Delhi’s overall AQI levels are expected to come down, but are likely to remain in “severe” category due to residual pollution on the ground that can only settle down through rain. ...Less

Delhi govt have also started revoking licences for thousands of older diesel vehicles and halted construc ...More

Delhi govt have also started revoking licences for thousands of older diesel vehicles and halted construction work on the underground rail network. ...Less

In the global hall of shame, Delhi was on top with its 1,200-plus AQI, followed by Lahore at 163, Dhaka a ...More

In the global hall of shame, Delhi was on top with its 1,200-plus AQI, followed by Lahore at 163, Dhaka at 157 and Kolkata at 156. Pollution is forecast to improve significantly by Tuesday from the extraordinarily hazardous levels, but is expected to remain in the ‘very poor’ category, said the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research. ...Less

Let’s start with the contribution of stubble burning to air pollution in Delhi-NCR. While we can bicker o ...More

Let’s start with the contribution of stubble burning to air pollution in Delhi-NCR. While we can bicker over the numbers, stubble burning is a short duration, highly polluting activity that significantly impacts air quality in October and November. ...Less

India is reducing its supply of cheap CNG for vehicles due to production shortages, leading to higher pri ...More

India is reducing its supply of cheap CNG for vehicles due to production shortages, leading to higher prices for consumers. This change could hinder the adoption of cleaner transportation options like CNG in cities plagued by toxic smog as consumers may revert to diesel and petrol. ...Less

On 8 November, footage emerged of a car pile up on the Yamuna Expressway between Agra and Mathura. Vehicl ...More

On 8 November, footage emerged of a car pile up on the Yamuna Expressway between Agra and Mathura. Vehicle after vehicle plowed into each other after drivers lost control owing to reduced visibility. ...Less

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The masks will be provided to those personnel who remian posted outside the buildings to secure the entry ...More

The masks will be provided to those personnel who remian posted outside the buildings to secure the entry and exit of these facilities and those who are mandated to remain positioned at vantage positions and be mobile for patrols or as part of quick reaction teams, officials added. ...Less

The LG has also issued directions for strict action against polluting industries running in Delhi, partic ...More

The LG has also issued directions for strict action against polluting industries running in Delhi, particularly in non-conforming areas ...Less

Ramesh spent 20 years buying a daily lottery ticket despite his family’s pleas to stop. After investing ₹ ...More

Ramesh spent 20 years buying a daily lottery ticket despite his family’s pleas to stop. After investing ₹14,600 over the years, he finally won ₹100, celebrated the win, and went on to write a book titled The Power of Never Quitting, which became a bestseller and is now being adapted into a streaming series. ...Less

Delhi and Punjab governments announced complete closure of schools till Sunday following weather forecast ...More

Delhi and Punjab governments announced complete closure of schools till Sunday following weather forecasts that situation is unlikely to improve soon. ...Less

A landmark IIT-Kanpur study, which covered the period 2013-14, said during winters, vehicles are the seco ...More

A landmark IIT-Kanpur study, which covered the period 2013-14, said during winters, vehicles are the second largest and the "most consistent" contributing source of pollutants PM10 and PM2.5. ...Less

Smog affects everyone differently, depending on their lifestyle, health condition and age. ...More

Smog affects everyone differently, depending on their lifestyle, health condition and age. ...Less

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to 'very poor' levels on Sunday due to calm winds, with certain areas re ...More

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to 'very poor' levels on Sunday due to calm winds, with certain areas recording 'severe' pollution. The city's AQI reached 355. The main pollutants were PM10 and PM2.5, with vehicular emissions being the biggest contributor, accounting for 13% of pollution. ...Less

A thick layer of acrid smog engulfed the Delhi-NCR region on Friday following the rampant bursting of fir ...More

A thick layer of acrid smog engulfed the Delhi-NCR region on Friday following the rampant bursting of firecrackers on Diwali night amid a rapid increase in fumes from stubble burning. ...Less

Meanwhile, the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining Areas (CAQM) on Tuesday issued ...More

Meanwhile, the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining Areas (CAQM) on Tuesday issued directions like a ban on construction work, shutting of public schools, work from home, among other measures to control air pollution in the region. ...Less

India's capital saw a deterioration in its air quality as crop burning in fields led to smoke billowing a ...More

India's capital saw a deterioration in its air quality as crop burning in fields led to smoke billowing across the region. The city was covered in smog, which reduced visibility. ...Less