Topic: AQI

Delhi-NCR air is feared to enter the severe category from Dhanteras on November 6, with CAQM likely to consider GRAP-3 curbs as pollution worsens.

Cold has intensified in Uttar Pradesh, with fog reported in around 10 cities and maximum temperatures in 20 districts falling below 20 degrees Celsius.

Air pollution in Delhi worsened before Diwali, with some AQI readings crossing 450 on November 3, while the official average AQI on November 4 was 350.

BJP and AAP trade allegations over Delhi pollution, stubble burning in Punjab and questions around AQI monitoring station data in the capital.

Doctors advise avoiding long walks, running and intense outdoor exercise when AQI crosses 400, and recommend indoor activity during severe pollution.

Delhi’s air quality worsened to its poorest level in 287 days, with the average AQI at 350 and Jahangirpuri reaching 462, according to pollution data.

Weather is changing rapidly across parts of India, with Kedarnath at minus 8°C, alerts in Madhya Pradesh, falling temperatures in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi AQI at 278.

Air pollution in Delhi is again moving towards a severe situation, with AQI crossing 400 in several areas ahead of Diwali.

Air pollution levels in Delhi continue to raise concern, with AQI in the ITO area reaching 349 on November 2 as vehicle checks were tightened.

Air pollution levels rose sharply in Delhi-NCR, prompting CAQM to enforce GRAP-2 across the region with immediate effect on Monday, 2 November.

Delhi’s air remains poor despite GRAP-2 restrictions, with AQI crossing 400 in seven areas and severe pollution recorded in parts of the capital.

During Diwali shopping in New Delhi, rising traffic, dust, smoke and firecrackers can increase pollution. Follow simple precautions to protect your health.

As Diwali shopping picks up, rising air pollution can pose health risks. Check AQI, wear N95 or N99 masks and avoid crowded, high-traffic areas.

Delhi-NCR air quality has turned very poor, with AQI recorded at 334 on Tuesday morning as CAQM implemented GRAP-2 across the region.

Delhi’s air has turned toxic again, with AQI recorded at 349 and smog affecting several areas, according to CPCB data.

New Delhi: The air pollution situation in the national capital Delhi is continuing to worsen. On November 2, AQI in several areas was recorded in the very poor category.

Delhi recorded its cleanest October air in eight years, with the average AQI at 166, according to Union Environment Ministry data.

A 22-year study of 612 rainfall events in Delhi found pollution particles often return to pre-rain levels within five days, showing rain offers only temporary relief.

Weather in Delhi-NCR changed after rain, with temperatures falling, pollution easing and AQI levels dropping below 100 in several areas on October 31.

Mumbai’s air was recorded as more polluted than Delhi on some days in October 2026, raising questions about sea winds, weather conditions and local emissions.