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Delhi AQI Update:&nbsp;Delhiites on Sunday expressed deep concern over the deteriorating air quality as the city's AQI remained in the 'severe' category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the national capital's AQI rose to 497 on December 14.

Delhi AQI Update: Capital chokes as air quality touches 497; residents report breathing, eye problems

The AQI is classified into six categories along the ranges of 0-50 'good', 51-100 'satisfactory', 101-200 'moderate', 201-300 'poor', 301-400 'very poor' and 401-500 'severe'.&nbsp;Several areas in the capital city were listed under the severe category as far as air quality was concerned.

Delhi AQI: Smog blankets city as several areas breach 400; airport issues flight advisory

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave alert for December 6, forecasting minimum temperatures of 8–9 degrees Celsius through December 10, along with shallow fog.

Delhi chokes as AQI remains ‘very poor’ at 334, cold spell grips national capital

Delhi AQI Today:&nbsp;Delhi woke up to a hazy and polluted Sunday, with the city's average Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 270 at 6 a.m., placing the national capital firmly in the 'poor' category, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Delhi Breathes Little Easier: AQI slips to 270 but haze, health risks persist

Delhi’s pollution crisis has intensified once again, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) slipping into the “Very Poor” and “Severe” categories across several monitoring stations. Despite measures under the GRAP Stage-3 — including a ban on non-essential construction, restrictions on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles, and stricter industrial monitoring — pollution levels remain dangerously high. Experts link the worsening AQI to factors such as stagnant wind flow, temperature drop, increased moisture, vehicular emissions, dust pollution, and seasonal stubble burning.
The capital continues to face toxic smog, reduced visibility, and rising health complaints such as breathlessness, irritation, and coughing. Authorities urge residents to minimize outdoor exposure and use masks. The situation highlights the need for stronger planning, long-term pollution control strategies, and public participation. Without immediate and sustained action, Delhi may see further deterioration in air quality.

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Delhi AQI Update:&nbsp;A layer of thick smog engulfed several areas, showing little to no improvement from Sunday morning's AQI of 359.

Delhi chokes under ‘very poor’ air: Smog blankets city as AQI soars to 381 despite GRAP-IV

Delhi–NCR recorded another alarming spike in pollution on Saturday, with AQI levels crossing 500 in several hotspots and PM2.5 concentrations rising over 20 times the safe limit. A mix of dense smog, falling temperatures and stagnant winds has worsened discomfort and heightened health risks for millions.

Delhi–NCR chokes as AQI breaches 500 in several areas; dense smog and cold mornings intensify discomfort

Delhi AQI News: Rumours of GRAP-4 implementation spread online as the capital’s air quality sinks into the ‘severe’ zone, heightening public anxiety amid worsening pollution levels across NCR.

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Delhi AQI News: Is GRAP-4 imposed in national capital? Here's what CAQM says

Delhi AQI Update:&nbsp;The National capital remained engulfed in toxic air even on Sunday, November 16, and there was no reduction in the pollution levels due to the cold. Residents once again faced dangerous smog conditions as AQI&nbsp;crossed the 400 mark at most monitoring stations, pushing the city into the 'severe' category.

Delhi AQI Update: Capital chokes as pollution hits ‘Severe’ category again

The Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) recorded the city’s AQI at 386, while private monitor AQI.in pegged it at 470, a level equivalent to smoking 12 cigarettes daily.&nbsp;

Delhi chokes as city wakes up to toxic air; multiple zones in ‘severe’ category

Delhi AQI Today:&nbsp;A thick blanket of smog covered Delhi-NCR on Sunday, November 9, with the air quality index (AQI) reaching the 'very poor' category in many parts of the city. The situation worsened in some areas as the AQI level reached the 'severe' category.

Toxic Sunday: Delhi chokes as AQI turns ‘severe’, breaches 400 across NCR

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced revised working hours for government offices in the national capital, effective November 15, owing to the air pollution situation in the city.&nbsp;

Delhi Air Pollution: Rekha Gupta administration announces special working hours for 3 months—These are the new timings

Delhi’s air quality has dropped to the ‘severe’ category, with pollution levels worsening across several areas. Thick smog and rising AQI levels continue to choke the city, making the air hazardous to breathe.

Delhi AQI Today: Air quality plunges to ‘severe’ category, pollution level crosses 400 in several areas 

The operation used a Cessna aircraft fitted with salt-based and silver iodide flares, which were fired into clouds containing 15–20 per cent&nbsp;humidity.&nbsp;

Cloud seeding in Delhi: Artificial rain likely soon in parts—See full list

Delhi AQI Today:&nbsp;On Sunday morning (October 26), the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi deteriorated to the 'very poor' category, according to the data shared by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Delhi’s Air Turns Very Poor: AQI crosses 300, government plans artificial rain on October 29

Delhi air quality has stayed in the very poor category for the fourth day in a row, with AQI in some areas approaching the ‘severe’ level. People should take precautions to protect their health.

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Delhi AQI worsens or 4th straight day: What should Delhiites do? 7 things to keep in mind

Delhi AQI Update:&nbsp;On Sunday morning, the air quality in Delhi remained in the 'poor' category. The air quality index (AQI) around the national capital's ITO was recorded at 284, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Delhi Chokes Again: AQI dips to poor, hits 284 ahead of Diwali

After several days of continuous rain, the residents of Delhi-NCR are soaking in so much fresh air that they are reminded of the holidays spent in the mountains. The capital, notorious for its choking smog during winters, has suddenly found it easier to breathe thanks to incessant rains.

Delhi breathes easy as rains bring rare clean air and cool temperatures

The decline follows a spell of dust-laden winds and worsening atmospheric conditions that have gripped the National Capital Region (NCR) pre-monsoon.

Delhi's air quality in 'very poor' category with average AQI at 305; Wazirpur, Mundka soar above 400

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Delhi AQI Update: Delhiites on Sunday expressed deep concern over the deteriorating air quality as the city's AQI remained in the 'severe' category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the national capital's AQI rose to 497 on December 14.

The AQI is classified into six categories along the ranges of 0-50 'good', 51-100 'satisfactory', 101-200 'moderate', 201-300 'poor', 301-400 'very poor' and 401-500 'severe'. Several areas in the capital city were listed under the severe category as far as air quality was concerned.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave alert for December 6, forecasting minimum temperatures of 8–9 degrees Celsius through December 10, along with shallow fog.

Delhi AQI Today: Delhi woke up to a hazy and polluted Sunday, with the city's average Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 270 at 6 a.m., placing the national capital firmly in the 'poor' category, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Delhi’s pollution crisis has intensified once again, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) slipping into the “Very Poor” and “Severe” categories across several monitoring stations. Despite measures under the GRAP Stage-3 — including a ban on non-essential construction, restrictions on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles, and stricter industrial monitoring — pollution levels remain dangerously high. Experts link the worsening AQI to factors such as stagnant wind flow, temperature drop, increased moisture, vehicular emissions, dust pollution, and seasonal stubble burning.
The capital continues to face toxic smog, reduced visibility, and rising health complaints such as breathlessness, irritation, and coughing. Authorities urge residents to minimize outdoor exposure and use masks. The situation highlights the need for stronger planning, long-term pollution control strategies, and public participation. Without immediate and sustained action, Delhi may see further deterioration in air quality.

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Delhi AQI Update: Capital chokes as air quality touches 497; residents report breathing, eye problems

Delhi AQI: Smog blankets city as several areas breach 400; airport issues flight advisory

Delhi chokes as AQI remains ‘very poor’ at 334, cold spell grips national capital

Delhi Breathes Little Easier: AQI slips to 270 but haze, health risks persist

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