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NCR Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor' Category

Air quality in Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Delhi worsened significantly on Tuesday, with AQI levels entering the 'very poor' zone. Key areas recorded AQI above 320. Read for detailed station-wise data and forecast.

Gurgaon Air Quality Stays in 'Poor' Category

Gurgaon's AQI recorded 240 on Monday, shifting from 'very poor' to 'poor'. Experts warn of health risks, and the DSS forecasts fluctuating air quality this week. Read more.

Chandigarh Air Quality Improves Significantly in 2025

Chandigarh's air quality improved dramatically in 2025, with 10 months in 'satisfactory' to 'moderate' range. CPCB data reveals coordinated anti-pollution measures behind the success. Read the full report.

Mumbai haze returns, AQI plummets to 144

Mumbai's air quality deteriorated sharply on Sunday, with an overall AQI of 144. Byculla recorded the worst pollution at 194. Read the full report on the haze and forecast.

Delhi Air Quality Improves to 'Poor' from 'Very Poor'

Delhi's air quality index (AQI) improved to the 'poor' category on Saturday morning, prompting authorities to revoke Stage-III of GRAP. Get the latest updates on pollution levels and weather forecasts.

Delhi Air Severe, Noida Most Polluted City in India

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to 'Severe' levels with an AQI of 401. Noida emerged as India's most polluted city. Marginal improvements seen in Ghaziabad and Gurgaon. Dense fog and unfavorable weather conditions hinder dispersion.

India's Poverty Mindset: A Barrier to Higher Standards

Manu Joseph argues India's low standards, justified by poverty, hold the nation back. The Supreme Court's 'luxury litigation' remark on water packaging reveals a deeper issue. Read why aiming higher is key to progress.

Sanathnagar Air Quality Worsens, AQI Nears 200

Air quality in Hyderabad's Sanathnagar deteriorates, with AQI nearing 200. Residents blame open waste burning, traffic, and lost green spaces. Read more on the pollution crisis.

Delhi AQI at 390, Fog Alert Issued

Delhi's air quality deteriorates to AQI 390, nearing 'Severe' levels. 19 stations report severe air; Anand Vihar worst at 457. IMD issues orange alert for dense fog today. Details inside.

Noida's Air Quality Plunges to Severe, AQI at 409

Noida recorded the worst air quality in India with AQI 409. Ghaziabad also hit 'severe' levels. Calm winds and fog hinder pollution dispersion across Delhi-NCR. Read for full details and forecasts.

Delhi AQI improves to 234, but forecast warns of dip

Delhi's air quality improved for the second consecutive day, with AQI at 234. However, forecasts predict a dip to 'very poor' levels soon. Read the full CPCB report and pollution source breakdown.

Delhi AQI at 220 as winds clear pollution

Delhi breathes easier as favourable winds push AQI to 220. The CPCB credits improved meteorological conditions for the brief relief from severe pollution. Read the full report.

Delhi's Nitrogen Dioxide Levels Highest Since 2018

Delhi's annual average nitrogen dioxide concentration reaches 47 µg/m³, surpassing national standards. ITO and Airport are top hotspots. Experts warn of severe health and environmental impacts.

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