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  Delhi air quality slips to 'moderate' ahead of monsoon showers, AQI stand at 112

  Delhi | June 23, 2025 20:41 IST

  The drop in the air quality comes just ahead of the anticipated arrival of the southwest monsoon on Tuesday. The IMD has issued a "yellow" alert for the day, predicting widespread rain and thunderstorms, which could help improve the pollution scenario in the capital.

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  Grade 1 anti-pollution curbs activated in Delhi-NCR as AQI slips into 'poor' category

  India | May 16, 2025 22:13 IST

  The Commission for Air Quality Management has activated Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the entire NCR after air quality slipped into the 'poor' category. The move mandates strict dust control, emissions monitoring, and reduced polluting activities by all implementing agencies.

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  Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' for 2nd consecutive day: What caused the sudden spike?

  Delhi | May 16, 2025 11:23 IST

  According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi's overall AQI was recorded at 301 at 7 am on Friday. The AQI recorded in most of the observation stations was in the "very poor" category.

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  Delhi's AQI drops to 85, lowest in 3 years | First 'satisfactory' air quality day in 2025

  Delhi | March 15, 2025 19:57 IST

  Delhi recorded its lowest AQI in three years, dropping to 85 and marking the first 'Satisfactory' air quality day of 2025. Meanwhile, Karnataka witnesses soaring temperatures, with heatwave warnings issued by the IMD. Check the latest weather updates.

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  Delhi records lowest AQI of 2025, best January-February air quality in three years

  Delhi | February 28, 2025 21:14 IST

  The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) highlighted that this is the best air quality recorded in the months of January and February over the past three years. The drop in pollution levels comes as a relief to residents of the national capital.

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  GRAP 2 curbs revoked in Delhi-NCR as pollution levels improve

  Delhi | February 24, 2025 18:09 IST

  Delhi air pollution: The India Meteorological Department and Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology predict that the AQI will likely remain in the moderate to poor category.

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  Delhi-NCR weather updates: Centre's air quality panel revokes GRAP Stage III curbs

  Delhi | February 03, 2025 19:03 IST

  Delhi-NCR weather updates: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), responsible for strategising air pollution mitigation in Delhi-NCR, said the curbs prescribed under stages I, II would remain in force.

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  Delhi-NCR Air Quality: GRAP 3 restrictions revoked, children likely to return to schools

  India | January 12, 2025 19:24 IST

  GRAP Stage 3, which was brought back on Thursday, entails a ban on non-essential construction work and a return of hybrid mode classes for the students.

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  GRAP Stage-III enforced in Delhi-NCR amid alarming AQI levels: Key measures announced

  Delhi | January 09, 2025 19:58 IST

  The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage-III of GRAP in Delhi-NCR as AQI levels crossed 350, indicating severe air pollution. Key measures include bans on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles and restrictions on construction and demolition activities.

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  Delhi air quality improves: GRAP Stage 3 revoked, here's what is allowed and what is not

  Delhi | January 05, 2025 19:58 IST

  On Friday, GRAP 3 was reimposed after the air quality deteriorated. However, the city's 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) on Sunday stood at 339 at 4 pm.

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  GRAP 3 imposed in Delhi as air quality worsens, construction work banned, check restrictions

  Delhi | January 03, 2025 18:58 IST

  GRAP 3 restrictions in Delhi: As part of Stage 3 curbs, the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars (4-wheelers) is restricted in Delhi and nearby NCR districts. However, people with disabilities are exempt.

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  Delhi logs 209 'good to moderate' air quality days in 2024; highest since 2018

  Delhi | December 31, 2024 23:25 IST

  Delhi weather: The CAQM data shows that 2024 was one of the best years in respect to the air quality in the National capital. February, December and August recorded the best average Air Quality Index (AQI) in six years, the data showed.

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  Delhi weather: Cold wave continues with 'very poor' air quality, dense fog likely

  Delhi | December 25, 2024 7:52 IST

  Delhi weather: The national capital on Tuesday night received light rains following which residents experienced a chilling morning with cloudy weather.

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  Centre's air quality panel revokes GRAP stage 4 curbs amid dip in pollution levels in Delhi-NCR

  India | December 24, 2024 18:51 IST

  Delhi-NCR pollution: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) had implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) from December 16, after Delhi's air quality deteriorated further.

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  Delhi weather update: Chilly morning greets national capital amid ‘hazardous’ air quality levels

  Delhi | December 20, 2024 8:59 IST

  Delhi’s December 20, 2024 weather forecast predicted a clear sky with temperatures ranging from 10.05 degrees Celsius to 22.9 degrees Celsius. However, AQI levels have reached a hazardous 500.

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  SC directs UP, Haryana to impose complete ban on firecrackers as Delhi's air quality worsens

  India | December 19, 2024 19:21 IST

  Delhi-NCR air pollution: Delhi's air quality plunged into the 'severe plus' category on Thursday, with a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 451 recorded at 4 pm.

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  Delhi's air quality remains 'severe', thick smog envelopes city | Check IMD's prediction

  Delhi | December 19, 2024 6:36 IST

  Delhi has been experiencing toxic air quality for the past few days due to drop in wind speeds, allowing local pollutants to concentrate in the atmosphere.

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  IMD weather update: Delhi shivers at 5 degree celsius, dense fog, GRAP Stage IV in effect

  Delhi | December 18, 2024 7:38 IST

  With temperatures dropping further, the IMD has warned of a potential cold wave in the coming days, advising residents to take precautions against the harsh weather conditions.

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  Delhi’s AQI in ‘severe’ category, minimum temperature hits 5.9 degree Celsius | Weather forecast

  Delhi | December 17, 2024 12:07 IST

  Delhi’s air quality remains in 'severe’ category with an AQI of 427 on Tuesday morning, posing health risks even to healthy individuals. The minimum temperature has dropped to 5.9°C, two degrees below normal. Moderate fog conditions are expected to persist for the next two days.

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  GRAP-3 restrictions back in Delhi-NCR: What is allowed and what's banned? Check here

  Delhi | December 16, 2024 20:00 IST

  GRAP was activated for the first time in Delhi in October this year when air quality crossed the 300-degree mark. As the city is shrouded in smog, these actions aim to reduce the negative impact of air pollution on public health and the environment.