Air Quality Index
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Delhi's air pollution dips slightly post-Diwali as wind speed helps disperse smog
Delhi | Nov 10, 2026, 09:12 AM ISTPollution in Delhi increased on Monday, with thick smog visible in many areas. According to the Swiss air quality monitoring platform IQAir, PM 2.5 pollution in Delhi's air was recorded at 170 micrograms per cubic meter, nearly 34 times the WHO limit.
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GRAP Stage II in Delhi-NCR: Which vehicles face entry restrictions, what other curbs are in force
Delhi | Nov 03, 2026, 12:14 AM ISTDelhi's AQI has entered the 'Very Poor' category, prompting CAQM to invoke GRAP Stage II across Delhi-NCR. From higher parking fees and intensified road cleaning to vehicle-entry restrictions, here's what motorists and residents need to know about the pollution curbs.
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Delhi wakes up to cooler weather after late-night rains; AQI improves
Delhi | Oct 25, 2026, 06:41 AM ISTDelhi-NCR witnessed late-night rain, thunderstorms and strong winds on October 25, bringing cooler conditions. Delhi's AQI stood at 181 in the early hours, while several monitoring stations reported elevated pollution levels. Check the weather forecast.
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Should you stop morning walks, outdoor exercise as Delhi's AQI drops to 'poor'? Doctor explains
Health | Oct 24, 2026, 01:26 PM ISTShould you stop morning walks during Delhi's pollution season? Dr Rahul Roshan explains how polluted air can affect respiratory and cardiovascular health, who is most vulnerable and why people should monitor symptoms and take precautions when AQI levels are high.
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Delhi AQI today: Slight relief for capital as air quality improves from 'poor' to 'moderate'
Delhi | Oct 24, 2026, 10:18 AM ISTDelhi recorded an AQI of 190 on Saturday morning, improving to the 'moderate' category from 'poor' levels on previous days. However, several areas continued to report poor air quality as GRAP Stage-I measures remained in force across Delhi-NCR.
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Do you really need an air purifier to tackle Delhi's poor air quality? Chest specialist explains
Health | Oct 23, 2026, 09:51 AM ISTCan an air purifier help protect you from Delhi's polluted air? Dr Rahul Roshan explains how HEPA-based devices can reduce airborne particles and what people can do at home if they cannot afford one.
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Can an N95 mask protect you from Delhi's polluted air? Chest specialist explains
Health | Oct 22, 2026, 01:20 PM ISTDelhi's poor air quality has raised concerns about respiratory health. A chest specialist explains how N95 and N99 masks can help reduce exposure to fine particles and why wearing a mask correctly is essential.
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Delhi AQI remains 'poor' at India Gate, ITO and AIIMS; visuals from across the city
Delhi | Oct 22, 2026, 08:49 AM ISTDelhi's AQI remained in the 'poor' category on Thursday morning, with ITO recording 280 and AIIMS 276. Readings at Akshardham Temple and Anand Vihar stood at 237, while India Gate recorded 238, according to CPCB data.
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Delhi swelters under intense heat as mercury touches 43.6°C; IMD issues yellow alert for next 3 days
Delhi | May 24, 2026, 08:01 PM ISTSeveral parts of Delhi-NCR recorded even higher readings during the day. The Ridge and Aya Nagar were among the hottest locations, both touching 44.6°C. Other areas also saw extreme heat, with Lodhi Road at 43.8°C, Palam at 43.7°C, and Safdarjung at 43.6°C.
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Mumbai pollution: Toxic smog chokes city; AQI soars past 300 in multiple areas
Maharashtra | Feb 20, 2026, 10:49 AM ISTBy 8 am, the temperature stood at 25°C. There was no rainfall, and only mild winds were recorded, blowing at speeds of 3 to 5 km per hour. The concentration of PM2.5 stood at 181 micrograms per cubic metre, while PM10 was recorded at 210 micrograms per cubic metre.
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GRAP-4 curbs reimposed in Delhi-NCR as AQI becomes 'severe' again
Delhi | Jan 17, 2026, 11:36 PM ISTDelhi air pollution: The development comes a day after it had reimposed GRAP-3 restrictions in the capital. GRAP categorises air quality into four stages -- 'poor' (AQI 201-300), 'very poor' (AQI 301-400), 'severe' (AQI 401-450) and 'severe plus' (AQI above 450).
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Delhi-NCR implements GRAP 3 measures as AQI forecast turns 'severe'
Delhi | Jan 16, 2026, 11:28 PM ISTGrap 3 curbs in force in Delhi-NCR as air quality expected to turn 'severe' in coming days, said CAQM.
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'A newborn starts 'smoking' at birth in a polluted city,' doctor warns at health conclave
Health | Jan 17, 2026, 10:13 AM ISTAt India TV's Pollution Ka Solution Conclave in New Delhi, leading doctors warned that air pollution is causing visible lung damage, rising disease, and permanent health harm. From newborns to non-smokers, polluted air is affecting every organ, making it a public health emergency.
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Indoor air pollution warning: Chest surgeon warns one mosquito coil could equal 100 cigarettes
Health | Jan 03, 2026, 01:06 PM ISTIndoor air pollution is often ignored inside homes. Dr Harsh Vardhan Puri, speaking to India TV, warned that common habits like burning mosquito coils release harmful particulate matter, sometimes comparable to cigarette smoke. He spoke at length about the hidden risks of indoor air pollution.
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30% of Delhi’s children are borderline asthmatic, warns chest surgeon
Health | Jan 02, 2026, 10:30 AM ISTDelhi’s air pollution has become a serious health emergency, Dr Harsh Vardhan Puri, chest surgeon at Medanta Hospital, warns. The doctor says toxic air is damaging lungs before they fully develop, increasing asthma risk and setting the stage for lifelong respiratory illness.
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Red alert in Delhi as dense fog, severe AQI trigger flight disruptions, airlines issue advisories
Delhi | Dec 29, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTDelhi’s 24-hour Air Quality Index (AQI) surged past 405, placing it firmly in the ‘severe’ category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). On Monday, the AQI had stood at 390, classified as ‘very poor’.
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Delhi's air quality edges closer to 'severe' again as smog engulfs capital
Delhi | Dec 28, 2025, 07:47 AM ISTDelhi AQI: Of the 40 air quality monitoring stations in Delhi, 20 logged readings in the 'severe' category. The worst AQI was recorded in the Anand Vihar, where it was 445 on Sunday morning.
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Delhi AQI crosses 400-mark in several areas, Sirsa says no fuel without PUCC to be permanent
Delhi | Dec 27, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTAir quality monitors showed alarming numbers across the city. Nehru Nagar recorded the highest AQI at 442, followed by Patparganj at 431 and Shadipur at 429. Other areas such as RK Puram (412), Sirifort (402) and Shivaji Park (400) also reported extremely poor air conditions.
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Delhi High Court demands action on toxic air: 'Reduce GST on air purifiers or provide clean air'
Delhi | Dec 24, 2025, 02:36 PM ISTThe hearing followed a petition by advocate Kapil Madan, who urged the court to classify air purifiers as ‘medical devices’ and reduce their GST to 5%. The petitioner said that air purifiers have become essential to maintain safe indoor air.
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'Got infection in two days': Nitin Gadkari sounds alarm as Delhi continues to reel under toxic air
Delhi | Dec 24, 2025, 12:50 PM ISTGadkari’s statement comes at a time when pollution continues to severely impact life in the national capital. On Wednesday, Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 355, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category. A thick blanket of smog enveloped several parts of the city.