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  Delhi Air Pollution: Overnight rain helps improve air quality from ‘severe’ to ‘very poor’ in national capital

  India | November 14, 2018 16:15 IST

  The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Delhi improved to 336 or "very poor" at 12 noon on Wednesday against 409 or "severe" at 4 p.m. on Tuesday.

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  Delhi pollution: Air quality continues to be 'severe' despite traces of rain in national capital

  India | November 14, 2018 1:14 IST

  Meanwhile, a new study revealed nearly 89 per cent of people feel sick or discomfort, due to the deteriorating air quality in Delhi and adjoining areas.

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  Delhi air pollution: NGT forms committee to check air quality during functions at hotels, banquets

  India | November 13, 2018 16:22 IST

  An action plan on sewage disposal, groundwater extraction, rainwater harvesting, municipal solid waste management, systems for groundwater recharge will be in worked upon in the first meeting.

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  No end to pollution woes in Delhi-NCR as air quality remains 'severe'; stubble burning cases on rise

  India | November 12, 2018 10:22 IST

  "The sky will be clear with mist in the early part of the day," an India Meteorological Department (IMD) official said.

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  How to check Air Quality Index and five best weather apps that will help you check air quality in your area

  Technology | November 09, 2018 15:04 IST

  As the Air Quality Index has reached the 'very poor' quality mark, this means that there are high chances of people breathing this air to suffer from respiratory illnesses on prolonged exposure.

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  What is SAFAR India air quality service and five best indoor air purifiers for your homes

  Technology | November 09, 2018 12:37 IST

  SAFAR provides real-time air quality index 24×7, followed with the advance forecast of 72 hours. It measures the sun's UV-Index (UVI), Mercury and Black carbon in real time along with PM1 levels.

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  Delhi pollution: NDMC imposes 52 challans for violation of norms as air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category

  India | November 04, 2018 10:10 IST

  A total of Rs 9.6 lakh was imposed for violations of dust pollution control norms, officials said.

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  With slight dip, Delhi air pollution level remains in ‘very poor’ category

  India | November 05, 2018 11:45 IST

  There could be 'severe' deterioration from November 5 due to unfavourable meteorological conditions, authorities said.

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  Delhi Pollution | Govt to use anti-smog gun to clear-off smog and bring down air pollution level

  News | November 01, 2018 10:38 IST

  Delhi Pollution | Govt to use anti-smog gun to clear-off smog and bring down air pollution level

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  Delhi/NCR: Air quality improves from ‘severe’ to ‘very poor’

  News | November 01, 2018 10:25 IST

  The environment panel, that monitors the pollution levels in Delhi-NCR, has said that it can restrict movement of private vehicles and entry of trucks to Delhi, if needed.

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  Slight relief as air quality in Delhi returns to ‘very poor’ category day after recording severe pollution

  India | October 31, 2018 16:55 IST

  The Supreme Court-appointed Environment Pollution Control Authority are considering regulating use of private vehicles if the pollution level in the national capital deteriorated.

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  Delhi air quality 'severe': Private vehicles may be pulled off roads; major constructions in Ghaziabad to stop

  India | October 30, 2018 23:54 IST

  Our graded action response plan will be implemented from November 1, said Bhure Lal, Chairman, Environment Pollution Control Authority.

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  Scientists come up with 'environment friendly', cheaper firecrackers for guilt-free Diwali

  India | October 30, 2018 7:55 IST

  The new crackers will not only be eco-friendly but at least 15 to 20 per cent cheaper than the conventional ones. 

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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 records 'worst' air quality of season on Friday, experts caution over 'worsening' situation on Diwali

  India | October 27, 2018 9:45 IST

  An AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

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  Air quality in Delhi reaches 'hazardous' level as stubble burning continues in Haryana-Punjab

  News | October 23, 2018 10:43 IST

  Air quality in Delhi reaches 'hazardous' level as stubble burning continues in Haryana-Punjab

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  Delhi air quality deteriorates, pollution levels 'worse than in pre-CNG era'

  India | October 05, 2018 10:06 IST

  A Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) official said the rise in pollution level is due to local factors especially the vehicular pollution.   

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  Kidneys can be affected because of poor air quality, says study

  Health | August 25, 2018 21:06 IST

  "Similar to smoking, air pollution contains harmful toxins that can directly affect the kidneys"

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  Delhi drizzle brings mercury down

  India | June 27, 2018 13:30 IST

  Wednesday will be generally cloudy with few spells of rain or thundershowers in different pockets of the city: reports

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  Delhi: For first time in six days, air quality upgrades to 'moderate' level in national capital

  India | June 18, 2018 16:56 IST

  Delhi's air quality improved to 'moderate' level due to the presence of moisture in the air.