Delhi air quality

Pollution: Air quality improves slightly in Delhi

With slight improvement than before, Delhi recorded an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 280 in the 'poor' category, according to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR)-India on Wednesday (November 24).

Nov 24, 2021, 11:30 AM IST

Delhi gets breather as air quality improves slightly, but remains in 'poor' category

The air quality of Delhi is expected to improve to the 'poor' or 'lower end of very poor' category for the next days, SAFAR had said on Tuesday. 

Nov 24, 2021, 07:37 AM IST

Delhi-NCR: When will we get ‘freedom' from pollution?

The Delhi Air Quality Index (AQI) on Tuesday (November 23, 2021) morning was reported to be at 315 (overall) in the 'very poor' category, as per System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR)-India.

Nov 23, 2021, 10:38 AM IST

Delhi air pollution: Ban on construction and demolition activities lifted, decision on reopening of schools on Nov 24

The announcement to this effect was made by Environment Minister Gopal Rai. Delhi transport minister also said that the AAP government will take a call on the reopening of schools, work from home for government staff on November 24.

Nov 22, 2021, 14:38 PM IST

Delhi air pollution: Ban on entry of trucks, work from home for govt employees extended till November 26

According to the directions of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), schools and colleges will remain closed till further orders, he said. A senior central government official said the CAQM will hold a review meeting on November 23.

Nov 22, 2021, 06:13 AM IST

Breaking: Delhi schools to remain closed indefinitely amid air pollution crisis

The Directorate of Education said, “All schools in Delhi to remain shut for physical classes till further orders, online education to continue.”

Nov 21, 2021, 15:43 PM IST

Delhi's air quality remains in 'very poor' category, AQI increases to 355

The overall Air Quality Index increased from 332 on Friday to 355 today in the national capital. 

Nov 20, 2021, 08:20 AM IST

Delhi may get respite from 'very poor' air Sunday onwards due to strong winds

"The air quality is likely improve significantly from November 21 owing to relatively strong winds and reach poor category. PM2.5 to be the predominant pollutant," the central government's Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi said.

Nov 18, 2021, 19:38 PM IST

Delhi’s air quality remains in 'very poor' category for fifth straight day, AQI stands at 362

The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital reduced from 379 from Wednesday to 362 today.

Nov 18, 2021, 07:13 AM IST

Delhi air pollution: 100% WFH for govt employees till Sunday, Special Task Force for monitoring traffic congestion

CAQM has issued several directions like a ban on construction work, shutting of public schools, work from home, among other measures to control air pollution in the region.

Nov 17, 2021, 14:15 PM IST

Not asking employees to work from home, Centre tells SC in affidavit on air pollution

The Centre also stated that it has advised its employees in Delhi to resort to carpooling.

Nov 17, 2021, 11:23 AM IST

Zee Top 10: CAQM's instructions to check pollution in Delhi

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Nov 17, 2021, 08:34 AM IST

People are suffering due to polluted air in Delhi-NCR

Due to increasing pollution in Delhi-NCR, people are facing diseases. At the same time, the condition of heart patients has also become miserable. People are roaming inside the houses wearing masks.

Nov 16, 2021, 09:46 AM IST

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', no improvement likely for another few days

The national capital saw an overall air quality index (AQI) of 331 on Tuesday morning.

Nov 16, 2021, 06:36 AM IST

WFH for a week, possible lockdown: SC raps Centre, states for pollution woes in Delhi, top points

The Supreme Court sought an action plan from the Centre and state governments within 24 hours, detailing steps taken by task forces to stop air pollution caused by vehicular traffic, construction work, stubble burning, power plants, etc.

Nov 15, 2021, 13:46 PM IST

Supreme Court names major culprits of Delhi pollution, here's what top court said

A bench headed by Chief Justice of India NV Ramana has directed the Centre to call an emergency meeting on Tuesday to take important measures. 

Nov 15, 2021, 12:59 PM IST

SC reprimands Delhi government for increasing pollution

Due to increasing pollution, the Supreme Court reprimanded the Delhi government. The Delhi government has been reprimanded for holding MCD responsible. Supreme Court said, is 69 dust machines enough for Delhi? At the same time, the SC told the Delhi government, you are only doing advertisement.

Nov 15, 2021, 12:34 PM IST

In view of increasing pollution, ready for complete lockdown- Delhi Govt

The hearing started in Supreme Court due to increasing pollution. The Supreme Court asked questions from the Delhi government and said, we have nothing to do with politics. We have to make the capital pollution-free. At the same time, while giving an affidavit, the Delhi government has said about the complete lockdown.

Nov 15, 2021, 12:32 PM IST

Ready to impose complete lockdown to control air pollution: Delhi govt tells SC

Delhi Government stated that such a step would be meaningful if it is implemented across the NCR areas in neighbouring states.

Nov 15, 2021, 11:18 AM IST

Slight improvement in Delhi air pollution

Slight improvement in pollution in Delhi. There will be a hearing in the Supreme Court today regarding pollution. At the same time, the Delhi government has taken many important steps regarding pollution. The school has also been closed in Haryana due to increasing pollution.

Nov 15, 2021, 10:28 AM IST