Delhi Air Pollution Live Updates: Citizens complain of deteriorating health; Wazirpur AQI at 436 today

Delhi Air Pollution Live: 'Ko koi fark nahin padhta', says AAP slams union environment minister

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) launched a sharp criticism of Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Thursday, accusing him of ignoring the worsening pollution crisis in north India. Referring to a national daily report titled "AQI in North India hits 'severe plus' level; toxic smog now visible even from space," AAP took to 'X', stating, "Bhupendra Yadav ji ko koi fark nahin padhta" (Bhupendra Yadav ji does not care).

Delhi AQI Today: As of 8am, according to the data of the CPCB, the AQI measured at Chandani Chowk is 338, IGI Airport (T3) is 370, ITO is 355, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is 354, RK Puram is 387, Okhla Phase 2 is 370, Patparganj is 381, Sonia Vihar is 394 and Aya Nagar is 359, categorized as 'very poor'. However, various places in Delhi are still in the cap of 'severe' category air pollution, as the AQI in Anand Vihar is 405, Ashok Vihar is 414, Bawana is 418, Dwarka Sector-8 is 401, Mundka is 413 and Wazirpur is 436.

Delhi AQI Today: Haryana halts college classes over pollution

The Haryana government has directed all higher education institutions in Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Sonipat to suspend physical classes until November 23 due to poor air quality. The decision follows a similar suspension for schools announced earlier. The Gurgaon administration has also advised private institutions and corporate offices to stagger employee timings to improve air quality. 5 words subheader for this story. Read more

Delhi AQI: City has recorded seven ‘severe’ days in November so far

Delhi AQI: Longest streak of 'severe' air in nationa capital

Delhi Air Pollution: AQI improves from 'severe' to 'very poor'

Delhi Air Pollution: Shehzad Poonawalla slams AAP, calls city 'gas chamber'

BJP national Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla sharply criticized Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's handling of the capital's pollution crisis, calling Delhi a "gas chamber" due to the deteriorating air quality. Poonawalla pointed to the lack of action on internal pollution sources, blaming Kejriwal's government for neglecting long-term solutions while focusing on external factors like stubble burning. He also criticized the state of the Yamuna River and the mismanagement of funds, further accusing the AAP government of failing to address critical environmental issues.

Delhi Air Pollution: AQI improves from 'severe' to 'very poor'

Delhi experienced a slight improvement in air quality on Thursday, moving from 'severe' to 'very poor' with reduced visibility. However, some areas still reported 'severe' AQI levels. The pollution impacted train schedules and daily life, prompting calls for government action. Tourists expressed concern, while locals highlighted health issues and disruptions to routines. Read more

Delhi AQI: Womb to adult life, kids bear brunt of bad air

Delhi-NCR's hazardous air pollution poses a severe threat to children's health, impacting their development from the womb onward. The alarming situation demands immediate government action, including addressing stubble burning and investing in sustainable solutions. The author, a pediatrician, urges parents to advocate for their children's right to clean air and a healthy future.

Delhi Air Pollution: Thick haze shrouds Connaught Place

Delhi Air Pollution: Toxic foam floats on Yamuna River

Delhi AQI: Haze engulfs city as air quality dips

Delhi air pollution: Police asks e-commerce platforms to stop online sale of firecrackers

The Delhi Police instructed all e-commerce websites and social media platforms to immediately halt the online sale and delivery of firecrackers within the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. This directive aims to combat the city's worsening air pollution. Read more

Delhi Air Pollution: Water sprinklers combat dust in city

Delhi AQI: Grey skies, red eyes, air purifiers offer temporary relief

As grey skies loom over Delhi and red eyes become a common sight, air purifiers emerge as a stopgap solution in the smog crisis. Experts warn of their limited utility, citing CO2 buildup in sealed rooms, inefficiency in unsealed spaces, and affordability issues.

Delhi Air Pollution: Health ministry urges anti-pollution plans

The health ministry has directed states and Union territories to create district- and city-level action plans to combat air pollution's health impacts. It also called for expanding sentinel hospitals to monitor pollution-related illnesses, emphasizing staff training, medicine availability, and sufficient oxygen and ventilator supplies.

Delhi Air Pollution: Smog envelops city, AQI 339

Delhi Air Pollution: WFH For 50% of offices in Delhi

Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai announced stricter curbs, with all government and private offices, except essential services, ordered to operate at 50% capacity under GRAP-IV. Offices have been urged to adopt staggered timings and work-from-home policies to reduce traffic and combat pollution. Rai criticized BJP-led states for inadequate anti-pollution efforts.

Delhi Air Pollution: CAQM tightens GRAP rules

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revised its Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) following Supreme Court criticism, making stricter measures mandatory. Physical classes up to Class V must stop under GRAP-III, while GRAP-IV mandates online-only education for all classes. Staggered office timings are also compulsory for key NCR districts.

Delhi Air Pollution: North India weather more smog-prone

Seasonal weather conditions like calm winds and low temperatures worsen air pollution, but increasing pollution is now amplifying these factors. A study highlights how aerosols, including soot and black carbon, enhance temperature inversion, trapping pollutants near the surface. Since 1980, Delhi has seen a nine-fold rise in low-visibility days during November, linked to escalating aerosol levels and stubble burning.

Delhi Air Pollution: Minimum temperature dips to 11.2°C

Delhi’s AQI showed signs of improvement as fog dissipated and maximum temperatures rose to 26.8°C on Wednesday, aiding pollutant dispersion. The minimum temperature dropped to 11.2°C, the season's lowest. AQI fell to 400 by night, while visibility at Palam improved from 600m in the morning to 1,200m by noon.

Delhi Air Pollution: City endures 5 severe AQI days

Delhi recorded its fifth consecutive day of 'severe' air quality, the longest streak in three years. While AQI improved slightly to 419, it remained in the hazardous zone. Forecasts predict 'severe' levels Thursday, with potential improvement to 'very poor' on Friday and Saturday.