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  GRAP-3 restrictions reimposed in Delhi-NCR after air quality deteriorates

  Delhi | January 29, 2025 18:59 IST

  According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s AQI has been consistently deteriorating due to unfavourable weather conditions and increased emissions from vehicular traffic, industrial activities, and stubble burning.

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  Delhi Air Pollution: Smog engulfs National Capital with 'very poor' air quality

  News | November 21, 2024 15:12 IST

  A layer of smog envelops the capital city as pollution levels continue to rise. Visuals from AIIMS, where the AQI has been recorded at 339, are categorised as 'very poor' according to the CPCB. Watch to know more!

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  Delhi air quality alert: AQI in ‘severe’ category as smog engulfs national capital

  Delhi | November 16, 2024 21:13 IST

  Delhi AQI Alert: Air quality worsened with smog covering the national capital. CPCB reports ‘Very Poor’ AQI levels, posing serious health risks. Read about measures and impacts.

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  GRAP 3 in Delhi explained: What's allowed, what's not

  Explainers | November 14, 2024 20:23 IST

  GRAP 3 has been activated in Delhi to combat the severe pollution crisis as AQI exceeds 400. Key measures include banning non-essential construction, restricting BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles, limiting diesel generators, and increasing public transport.

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  Delhi Air Pollution: Environment Minister Gopal Rai Reviews Air Quality Measures in Delhi

  News | October 18, 2024 18:14 IST

  Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai convened a meeting with officials to address the air pollution situation in the national capital. On October 18, air quality fell into the poor category, and a dense layer of fog was observed across many areas of the city.

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  Delhi AQI Deteriorates: Haze blankets city, orange alert issued | AQI drops to 'very poor' category

  News | October 18, 2024 10:34 IST

  Delhi AQI Deteriorates: Haze blankets New Delhi. AQI dropped to 270 at India Gate, while in areas like Anand Vihar, it plummeted to 339.

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  Delhi air quality deteriorates: Smog blankets city, orange alert issued | AQI drops to 'very poor'

  Delhi | October 18, 2024 9:55 IST

  Delhi is shrouded in smog as pollution levels rise, with AQI ranging between 250 and 339 in various areas. An orange alert has been issued amid deteriorating air quality, severely impacting public health.

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  Five anti-pollution masks to protect you from effects of smog in Delhi-NCR

  Lifestyle | November 04, 2019 17:58 IST

  Here's a list of masks that you can easily buy from Amazon and protect yourself from this dangerous smog.

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  Priyanka Chopra starts shooting for 'The White Tiger' in Delhi pollution

  Celebrities | November 04, 2019 11:19 IST

  In her latest Instagram post, Priyanka Chopra said it has been very difficult to shoot in Delhi and asked everyone to be safe.

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  Poor air quality spikes number of patients with respiratory problems: AIIMS

  India | December 25, 2018 20:23 IST

  AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria said there has been an increase in the number of patients visiting hospitals with complaints of respiratory problems and after suffering cardiac arrests during the months when pollution levels are high.

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  Delhi smog: Low visibility disrupts airport operations; over 80 flights delayed

  India | December 25, 2018 21:13 IST

  Two flights were cancelled, five were diverted and 84 were delayed when Low Visibility Procedures (LVP) was in force for around 11 hours, the official said.

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  EPCA shuts industries in hotspots, bans construction activities for 3 days as Delhi turns into toxic purgatory

  India | December 24, 2018 16:55 IST

  Industries located in hotspot industrial areas of Wazirpur, Mundka, Narela, Bawana, Sahibabad and Faridabad will remain closed until Wednesday, EPCA Chairperson Bhure Lal said in a letter to Delhi Chief Secretary Vijay Kumar Dev.

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  Delhi Air Quality: Pollution control task force seeks temporary ban on construction, industries at hotspots

  India | December 24, 2018 16:08 IST

  People have been advised by the authorities to minimise outdoor activities and avoid use of private vehicles as the city battles its worst pollution levels since Diwali.  

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  Skin care tips: 10 best anti-pollution face creams, serums, other products

  Beauty | November 09, 2018 17:50 IST

  We curated a list of top ten anti-pollution face creams, serums, and other useful skin care products to protect your skin!

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  Beat Air pollution: Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar suggests foods to fight smog

  Food | November 05, 2018 18:13 IST

  Beating Delhi's Smog: Rujuta Diwekar is a celebrity nutritionist who suggests food items and other methods that safeguard against air pollution.

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  India's own 'smog tower' may help combat air pollution

  India | November 05, 2018 11:44 IST

  Kurin Systems has recently got the patent for the "world's largest as well as the strongest air purifier" published by the World Intellectual Property Organization, its co-founder Pavneet Singh Puri said.

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  Poor air quality and unhealthy lifestyle may increase stroke risk in youngsters

  Health | November 05, 2018 12:52 IST

  Latest health update: Air pollution and unhealthy lifestyle habits are increasing factors for stroke among youngsters, say experts.

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  Delhi air quality remains poor as thick haze engulfs capital

  October 29, 2018 12:11 IST

  An overall Air Quality Index of 348 was recorded which falls in the very poor category, according to data of the Central Pollution Control Board. 

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  Delhi air pollution: 72-hour pollution forecast system launched in capital

  India | October 22, 2018 18:24 IST

  The 'Air Quality Early Warning System' is designed to predict extreme air pollution events and give alerts to take necessary steps as per Centre's Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

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  Delhi air pollution: Emergency plan rolled out; proper implementation of norms to be monitored

  India | October 22, 2018 18:25 IST

  Stringent actions have been implemented under the emergency plan as the air quality of Delhi currently lies in the poor category.