Non-essential construction work banned in Delhi-NCR amid spike in air pollution
An AQI between 201 and 300 is considered 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.
Dec 30, 2022, 21:16 PM IST
Delhi air pollution sources to be identified on real-time basis now, says CM Kejriwal - Here's what it means
The real-time source apportionment study consists of a supersite with air analyzers and a mobile air quality monitoring system that will measure the level of various substances in Delhi air.
Dec 24, 2022, 12:40 PM IST
Delhi Air Pollution: Pollution level rises again in Delhi, AQI level reaches 372.
The pollution level in Delhi has reached the very poor category. The Air Quality Index of Delhi has reached close to 372. So the AQI in Gurugram is around 340 and Noida is around 450.
Dec 12, 2022, 09:54 AM IST
Breathing toxic air? BEWARE! You can develop long-term health problems
The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, showed that high levels of traffic-related air pollution - fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - were associated with an increased risk of having at least two long-term health conditions.
Dec 02, 2022, 13:32 PM IST
BEWARE! Lung damage due to air pollution is irreversible, say experts
Any form of lung damage can result in a multitude of problems including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. The bad news is that lung deterioration is a condition that is non-reversible and also there is no treatment option available, says expert.
Nov 24, 2022, 11:24 AM IST
Delhi pollution: AQI remains in 'Very poor' category, Delhiites put hold on outdoor activities
Delhi pollution: The AQI in the national capital remains in the 'Very poor' category despite measures to tackle pollution.
Nov 20, 2022, 09:42 AM IST
Air pollution: Noida Traffic police issues challans worth Rs 75 lakh under GRAP norms
Air pollution: Noida Traffic Police challans over 800 vehicles worth Rs 75 lakhs in Gautam Budh Nagar for violating GRAP, reports PTI.
Nov 17, 2022, 13:51 PM IST
Delhi Witnesses A Little Relief With A Fall In Delhi- NCR Pollution
There has been some relief from pollution in Delhi-NCR. The air quality index was recorded at 232
Nov 13, 2022, 16:40 PM IST
Hero Electronix's detachable Qubo car air purifier launched in India at Rs 2,790
The Qubo air purifier gets a 3-layer filtration that can remove PM 2.5-10, allergens, airborne bacteria, dust, cigarette smoke, chemicals emitted from plastics, exhaust fumes, and other toxic pollutants from car.
Nov 10, 2022, 08:46 AM IST
Delhi Schools Closed Live Updates: Schools to reopen from TOMORROW; Air quality remains 'VERY POOR'- Check latest updates here
Schools take several measures to protect children by introducing breathing exercises in classes and mental, emotional wellbeing sessions.
Nov 08, 2022, 22:48 PM IST
Watch Environment Minister Gopal Rai's press conference on Delhi's pollution
Regarding Delhi's pollution, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said in his press conference that there has been a slight improvement in the air of Delhi. Therefore the restrictions imposed are withdrawn. Watch this press conference.
Nov 07, 2022, 15:28 PM IST
Delhi-NCR Pollution: Slight improvement in Delhi's air, average AQI 335
There has been a slight improvement in the air pollution of Delhi-NCR but still the air quality index is at very poor level. Delhi average AQI reached 335, Noida 332, Gurugram 325.
Nov 07, 2022, 10:44 AM IST
Delhi-NCR Pollution: Delhi's air still at very poor level
There has been a slight improvement in the air pollution of Delhi-NCR but still the air quality index is in the severe category. Delhi average AQI reached 335, Noida 332, Gurugram 325.
Nov 07, 2022, 10:00 AM IST
Delhi Pollution: DIY remedies to pull out pollutants and get glowing skin
As the AQI rises in Delhi-NCR, here are suggestions for some DIY remedies to maintain healthy and glowing skin and pull out pollutants from your skin.
Nov 06, 2022, 19:42 PM IST
Delhi Air Pollution: Toxic air can impact mental health
The high levels of air pollution can damage a child's cognitive abilities and increase an adult's risk of cognitive decline. It can also cause depression.
Nov 06, 2022, 16:16 PM IST
Know today's Air Quality Index Level of Delhi-NCR Pollution
There has been a slight improvement in Delhi's air pollution as compared to yesterday. Still the Air Quality Index is in severe stage. Delhi Average AQI has reached 349, 342 in Noida, 314 in Gurugram, 314 in Faridabad and 296 in Ghaziabad respectively.
Nov 06, 2022, 09:00 AM IST
'Solely busy in upcoming polls': Union Environment Minister accuses Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal for neglecting Air Pollution issue
The air quality in Delhi continued to remain in the `severe` category on Saturday, for the third day in a row. Arvind Kejriwal along with Bhagwant Mann held a press conference and urged the central government to come forward and lead measures to check severe smog in the national capital region.
Nov 05, 2022, 22:30 PM IST
Survey shows 4 out of 5 families facing pollution ailments in Delhi-NCR, many forced to leave
The responses were sought from the residents of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad. The survey also found that 80% of the surveyed families have at least one member who is experiencing some kind of respiratory problem due to air pollution.
Nov 05, 2022, 19:14 PM IST
Poor AQI: How does air pollution affect our hair? Ways to protect your hair from damage
Air pollution can cause severe harm to the hair's natural structure and result in dryness, frizzy, brittle, and weak hair. Here are tips to protect your hair in such severe AQI.
Nov 05, 2022, 16:59 PM IST
Air Pollution: Letter to PM Modi on pollution in Delhi, demand for emergency meeting
The situation in Delhi is deteriorating due to pollution. In view of this, the Chamber of Trade Industry has written a letter to PM Modi and has also demanded an emergency meeting.
Nov 05, 2022, 16:24 PM IST
