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  Delhi enveloped in heavy smog as air quality plunges to severe, airport issues advisory

  Delhi | December 13, 2025 9:21 IST

  Thick smog and shallow fog covered several parts of the city in the early morning hours, reducing visibility and prompting low visibility procedures at Indira Gandhi International Airport, though all flights continued to operate normally.

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  Delhi government forms 'expert group' to combat air pollution amid rising health crisis

  Delhi | December 06, 2025 22:08 IST

  Delhi AQI updates: The expert panel is set to operate as a senior advisory body, delivering independent, practical, and science-based recommendations aimed at managing both immediate air pollution emergencies and long-term structural reforms.

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  No more work from home for Delhites, government revokes GRAP-3 curbs as air quality improves

  Delhi | November 26, 2025 20:27 IST

  The CAQM has lifted GRAP Stage III restrictions in Delhi NCR following an improvement in air quality, though Stage I and Stage II measures will continue with stricter enforcement. Construction sites earlier closed for violations will stay shut until they receive specific clearance.

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  Will the ash from Ethiopia volcano eruption affect AQI in Delhi? Here's what IMD says

  Delhi | November 25, 2025 16:01 IST

  The ash plume reached Delhi around 11 pm on Monday and moved over Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Punjab and Haryana. The India Meteorological Department says the cloud will shift towards China next and is expected to leave India by Tuesday evening.

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  Government, private offices to function at 50% strength in Delhi amid worsening pollution

  Delhi | November 24, 2025 23:45 IST

  Delhi air pollution: The air quality has kept deteriorating in Delhi-NCR since October. On Monday, the overall AQI in Delhi was hovering near the 'severe' category mark after it settled at 382.

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  Delhi Pollution: AIIMS' Dr Anant Mohan Warns of Severe Health Risks from Worsening Air Quality

  News | November 19, 2025 11:14 IST

  Delhi's pollution has surged to dangerous levels, prompting AIIMS' Dr. Anant Mohan to warn of severe health risks, especially for children, seniors, and those with illnesses. He urges mask use, reduced outdoor activity, and air purifiers, stressing urgent action to curb emissions.

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  Delhi air pollution: Layer of toxic smog blankets city as air quality remain very poor

  Delhi | November 18, 2025 8:04 IST

  Delhi air pollution: Visuals around Anand Vihar on Tuesday morning showed a layer of toxic smog lingering in the air. The Central Pollution Control Board claims that the Air Quality Index around the area is 381, categorised as 'Very Poor'.

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  Delhi continues to breathe toxic air as AQI remains 'severe' at 413; schools move to hybrid mode

  Delhi | November 12, 2025 7:19 IST

  The Centre invoked stricter anti-pollution measures under Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the wake of the deteriorating air quality.

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  Delhi gasps for clean air as AQI remains 'very poor', pollution body says no GRAP-3 curbs for now

  Delhi | November 10, 2025 8:01 IST

  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) also indicated that the overall air quality is likely to stay in the "very poor" category in the coming days.

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  Delhi's visibility drops below 200 meters amid severe pollution, GRAP 3 restrictions likely soon

  Delhi | November 09, 2025 8:21 IST

  Delhi air pollution: Delhi woke up to hazy skies this morning, with visuals from India Gate and Kartavya Path showing a thick layer of smog blanketing the city. The air quality in the national capital remains in the 'very poor' category as winter sets in across northern India.

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  Delhi continues to choke under 'severe' air pollution, AQI crosses 400 at several places

  Delhi | November 08, 2025 23:27 IST

  Delhi AQI today: Several areas in the city recorded pollution levels in the severe category. Monitoring stations reported an AQI of 404 in Alipur, 402 at ITO, 406 in Nehru Nagar, 411 in Vivek Vihar, 420 in Wazirpur

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  Delhi CM announces staggered working hours for govt employees from Nov 15 amid air pollution woes

  Delhi | November 07, 2025 20:59 IST

  The step has been taken in view of the deteriorating AQI in Delhi. On Friday, the overall air quality remained in the 'very poor' category in the national capital.

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  Delhi Weather: Smog Covers National Capital as AQI Slips to 'Poor' Category

  News | November 07, 2025 11:50 IST

  A thick smog covered Delhi this morning, lowering visibility and pushing the AQI to 297 (‘Poor’), per CPCB data. Authorities advised limiting outdoor activity as pollution rises. The haze highlights Delhi's recurring winter air crisis and the need for sustainable anti-pollution measures.

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  Punjab witnesses 351 stubble burning cases, Sangrur reports highest farm fires at 557

  India | November 07, 2025 6:46 IST

  Punjab stubble burning: As per the government data, the highest farm fire incidents were reported from Sangrur at 557, followed by Tarn Taran 537, Ferozepur 325, Amritsar 279, Bathinda 228, Patiala 189, and Moga 165.

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  Delhi air pollution: Over 4.87 lakh motorists penalised for driving without valid PUC certificate

  Delhi | November 06, 2025 14:40 IST

  Delhi air pollution: Police issued over 8.87 lakh challans to vehicles found without valid PUC certificates. In addition, 941 vehicles carrying materials like cement, sand and dust in the open were penalised, while 12 end-of-life vehicles were seized for violating pollution-control norms.

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  Delhi air pollution: AQI continues to remain in 'Poor' category, check area-wise air quality

  Delhi | November 06, 2025 8:23 IST

  Delhi air pollution: The AQI was recorded at 291 on Tuesday and 309 on Monday, data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) showed.

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  Want a free air purifier? Grow these 5 plants that clean Delhi-style air

  Lifestyle | November 05, 2025 10:34 IST

  If your weather app looks like a smoker’s X-ray, it’s time for some green therapy. From snake plants that release oxygen at night to aloe vera that scrubs formaldehyde, here are 5 easy houseplants that’ll help your lungs survive Delhi’s smog season.

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  Delhi Air Pollution: Air quality improves slightly but remains in 'poor' category | Check AQI here

  Delhi | November 05, 2025 8:49 IST

  The air quality in the national capital remained in the 'poor' category on Wednesday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 281 at 7 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

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  Speed News: Tejashwi Yadav Promises Rs 30,000 One-Time Aid to Women if Voted to Power

  Originals | November 04, 2025 18:05 IST

  Tejashwi Yadav promised a one-time aid of Rs 30,000 to women if voted to power. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' for the third day, with the AQI reaching 392 in Anand Vihar. Get all the top headlines in today's Speed News.

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  Delhi's air quality back in 'very poor' category, AQI in some areas over 400

  Delhi | November 02, 2025 9:38 IST

  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast shallow fog for Sunday morning, with the maximum and minimum temperatures likely to hover around 31 and 18 degrees Celsius, respectively.