Delhi Pollution

Delhi pollution: Stubble burning started in Punjab, Haryana, worsening NCR air quality levels, SC told

Singh referred to NASA satellite images to buttress her point that stubble burning in these two states has commenced and it is contributing to already severe air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR.

Delhi pollution: Hundreds gather at India Gate demanding immediate solution, several detained

According to the initial reports from the protest venue ( India Gate), several protesters were detained after police, citing a Supreme Court order, stated that Jantar Mantar, not India Gate, is the designated site for protests.

Delhi enters 'red zone' as pollution levels cross 400 mark, AQI 'severe'

The Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi has predicted that the city’s air quality will remain in the ’very poor’ category over the next few days.

PIL in SC seeking judicial intervention to address rising air pollution levels

The plea said the current air pollution crisis has reached proportions of a “public health emergency", violating citizens' fundamental right to life and health under Article 21 of the Constitution.

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Delhi’s air quality improves 11% after Diwali, but relief may be short-lived

Moneycontrol analysis shows post-Diwali improvement in more than half of the past 11 years

Cloud seeding led to 41.9% reduction in PM10 in Mayur Vihar, Burari; another round soon: Delhi govt

Another round of cloud seeding is slated in the coming days, depending on the required weather and humidity conditions.

Delhi conducts cloud seeding trials after 53 years, but skies stay dry

The report said that two precipitation events were recorded -- Noida at 4 pm (0.1mm of rain) and Greater Noida at 4 pm (0.2 mm).

Delhi to bar entry of non-BS-VI compliant vehicles registered outside city from November 1

Transporters hoped that the government might extend the relaxation on the entry of BS-IV compliant vehicles in Delhi.

Burning eyes, headaches: Survey finds 3 in 4 Delhi-NCR households already feeling toxic air impact

An analysis of CPCB data showed that post-Diwali, PM 2.5 levels have touched 488 micrograms per cubic metre, the highest in five years and over three times the pre-festival level of 156.6 micrograms per cubic metre.

Sirsa accuses Punjab govt for forcing farmers to burn stubble, says Delhi pollution up by only 11 points after Diwali

Singh Sirsa accused the AAP government of Punjab of forcing farmers for stubble burning, showing purported videos, to back his claim.

‘Did artificial rain happen?’ AAP slams CM Rekha Gupta as BJP blames stubble burning, citizens flouting Diwali cracker rules

At 11 am on Tuesday, Delhi’s Air Quality Index stood at 359 -- categorised as “very poor” -- according to the Central Pollution Control Board.

Delhi's air remains 'poor' for fourth straight day ahead of Diwali

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the national capital recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 254 at 4 pm, placing it in the 'poor' category.

Delhi's air quality nears 'poor' as winter approaches

At 4 pm, Delhi's AQI was recorded in the "moderate" category at 199. An AQI between 201 to 300 falls under the "poor" category.

How Delhi is planning to save its lungs from another smoggy winter

Despite the government's action plan, air quality experts warn that a fundamental shift in focus is critical.

Air pollution linked to risk of dementia, says new study

Air pollution, particularly three types of pollutants, has been linked to a rising risk of developing dementia. A new study published in The Lancet Planetary Health explains how inhaling these toxic particles can impact the lungs, trigger brain inflammation, cause respiratory diseases, and pose certain heart risks.

What is cloud seeding? Delhi to get artificial rains soon, says CM Rekha Gupta

Artificial rains through cloud seeding: Scientists consider factors like humidity levels, temperature rise and fall, wind patterns, and prevalent cloud structures before conducting cloud seeding activities.

Delhi clears Rs 9 crore tender for six new air monitoring stations, awaits NOCs for artificial rain

Providing an update on the artificial rain project, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the government is committed to ensuring more clean air days during the winter season and is actively working to reduce pollution levels.

Delhi pollution: How AQI worsened across NCR; GRAP-1 explained — What is allowed, what is banned

Delhi AQI, Grap-I explained: As part of the immediate relief measure to counter worsening AQI in Delhi and surrounding areas, the authorities have issued orders to enforce pollution regulations strictly, increase dust control measures and increase supervision at construction sites.

Hazy skies, low visibility in Delhi-NCR: Did the dust come from Pakistan? IMD explains

Health experts warned people of the hazardous effects of breathing dust-laden fine PM2.5 and PM10 particles, that are a fraction of the width of a human hair.

Not acceptable that children need to wear masks to play outside: SC judge Justice Vikram Nath

"This is an urgent call for action, a signal that we must come together to regulate emissions, invest in cleaner technologies and think of sustainable transport options that allow economic progress without compromising the air we breathe," he said.

Humidity in Delhi's air could underestimate pollution by up to 20%, study suggests

Researchers, including those from the University of Birmingham, UK, explained that the swelling of fine particulate matter by absorbing water from the humid air — hygroscopic growth — reduces the efficiency of sampling devices, possibly leading to underestimation

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