Delhi, air quality index

World’s Worst Air Has Nearly Half of Delhi Seeking Medical Help
Nearly half the families in and around Delhi have sought medical help for respiratory ailments connected to severe pollution engulfing the capital, according to a new survey.
Diwali celebrations hit air quality in New Delhi
New Delhi topped global pollution charts on Friday, partly due to revellers defying a ban on firecrackers to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', thick smog envelops city
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded an overall air quality index of 349 at 9 a.m. Two stations, Bawana and Jahangirpuri, reported "severe" air quality.
Delhi’s air quality ‘very poor’ to ‘severe’ on November 11
Delhi recorded an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 349 at 9 a.m. However, at least two weather stations out of the 39 in the city - Bawana and Jahangirpuri - reported 'severe' quality air at 401 and 412,
Delhi’s air quality remains ‘very poor’ for 13th day; visibility dips to 800m
The Central Pollution Control Board data showed two stations in the national Capital—Jahangirpuri (411) and Bawana (401)—recorded air quality in the severe category
Delhi continues to choke in ‘very poor ’ air quality; AQI hovers over 350
At least a dozen stations recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of over 350, falling in the ‘very poor’ air category. The ITI Jahangirpuri area went one notch higher as the zone
Delhi's air quality remains 'Very Poor' despite minor improvement
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the average AQI in Delhi was recorded at 334, with PM 2.5 being the prominent pollutant in the air.
Delhi chokes on ‘very poor’ air for 12th consecutive day
The 24-hour average AQI was at 338 (‘very poor’) at 10pm on Sunday, which was marginally lower than Saturday’s 4pm reading of 352.
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24% Deaths Recorded in Delhi Occurred Due to Infectious, Parasitic Diseases: Report
New Delhi: A Delhi government report has attributed nearly 24 percent of the total about 89,000 deaths registered in the ...
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New Delhi’s air quality plunges into ‘severe’ category a day after Diwali
(AP Video: Shonal Ganguly and Manish Swarup) A man wears a face mask as he jogs in the early morning smog, the day after the ...
Delhi govt launches new bus services for students in underserved areas: Check routes, timings
The Delhi government has launched two new routes for children and increased the frequency of an existing one, particularly in ...
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Delhi, Mumbai face onion price surge; Rs 80/kg leaves consumers teary eyed
NEW DELHI: Onion prices have spiked in several Indian cities, impacting household budgets and leaving consumers worried. Wholesale onion prices have climbed to Rs 70-80 per kg, up from Rs 40-60.
Delhi: New members of NDMC take oath
The newly appointed non-official members, announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs on November 5, including Kuljit Singh ...
PHOTOS: Toxic foam covers sacred river Yamuna near New Delhi
The toxic foam issue in the Yamuna River in Delhi, especially visible around the Chhath Puja festival, has been a pain point ...
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New penalties for stubble burning in Delhi: Farmers to face fines of up to Rs 30,000
The CAQM has announced new rules imposing fines on farmers in Delhi NCR for stubble burning, aimed at reducing air pollution.
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Here’s The Bold New Strategy That New Delhi Needs To Craft With Regard To Bangladesh
In fact, New Delhi is still bearing the brunt of public anger against Hasina because India is widely perceived in Bangladesh ...
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Delhi Lt Governor sanctions 1,463 healthcare staffers' hiring after court order
The recruitment of 1,463 health staffers came after the Delhi High Court on February 13 asked the Delhi government to submit a report on their plan to revamp the national capital's medical ...
Delhi govt launches new bus routes and a school special route
The transport department has increased the service frequency of buses operating between Shivaji Stadium near Connaught Place ...
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Delhi Metro launches bike taxi services for 12 major stations
Metro commuters in Delhi will now be able to book bike taxis through Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)'s new ...