AAP staged a protest at the Delhi Assembly over critical air pollution levels. Atishi accused BJP of avoiding accountability as AQI hits 'Poor' to 'Very Poor' categories. Details inside.
A Delhi govt-sanctioned TERI report reveals ammonia levels in Yamuna far exceed DJB's official data, raising serious concerns about water safety and monitoring credibility. Read the full investigation.
Dehradun's air pollution reached severe levels on New Year's Day, recording an AQI of 316. Experts blame vehicles, waste burning, and weather. Learn the health risks and official response.
Delhi's air quality improved significantly in 2025, with PM2.5 levels dropping and 'good' AQI days increasing. Discover the science-led strategies behind this environmental victory.
Delhi's air pollution shows significant improvement in 2025, with PM2.5 and PM10 levels falling to their lowest in eight years. Read the full report on the capital's cleaner air.
Kolkata's air pollution progress has slowed, with PM2.5 stuck at 45 µg/m³. Experts cite transboundary pollution and biomass burning as key hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Gurgaon's air quality in December 2025 was the worst in at least eight years, with an average AQI of 298. No 'moderate' air days were recorded. Experts blame winter conditions and unchecked local emissions. Read the full analysis.
Delhi recorded the highest annual PM2.5 levels among NCR cities in 2025, exceeding safe limits by 19 times. Read the full CREA analysis on pollution sources and year-round crisis.
School children and teachers in New Delhi are protesting hazardous air pollution, demanding clean air as a fundamental right. Read about the generational shift and urgent policy reforms needed.
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
Delhi recorded its cleanest air since 2020 in 2025, but PM2.5 levels were still 2.45 times above national standards. Experts warn systemic change is needed for safe air. Read the full analysis.
Gurgaon's December air pollution hits a 9-year high with PM2.5 at 156 µg/m³, erasing gains of past two winters. Experts blame weather and unchecked emissions. Read more.
Delhi's air quality deteriorates sharply, with 20 monitoring stations recording severe AQI levels. CPCB data reveals a dangerous spike in pollution. Stay informed and take precautions.
Delhi's air quality hits severe levels as a thick smog-fog blanket engulfs the capital. Watch the alarming visuals and understand the causes behind this hazardous pollution episode.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently meet and consider reducing GST rates on air purifiers as city battles hazardous air pollution levels. Read the latest developments.
Gurgaon's roads remain dust bowls as authorities fail to act on Union Minister's order. Key areas like MG Road, Sector 29 see no improvement. Read how pollution chokes the city.
Delhi's PUC certificate requirement will remain enforced even after GRAP-IV restrictions are lifted, Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced. Learn about the ongoing measures to combat vehicular pollution in the capital.
As Dehradun's air quality index hovers near 300, residents demand more monitoring stations, arguing the sole station at Doon University doesn't reflect city centre reality. Experts warn of severe pollution.
Chandigarh's Sukhna Choe faces a severe pollution crisis as BOD levels explode to 286. CPCC report blames untreated sewage discharge, defying NGT orders. Read the full investigation.
A shocking survey of 17,000 Delhi residents finds 4 in 10 want to leave the city due to severe air pollution, which cuts life expectancy by 8.2 years and costs the economy billions. Read the full report.
How Beijing slashed PM2.5 levels by 70% in a decade offers a roadmap for India's fight against toxic air. Experts highlight the scale and political will needed for similar success.
The Supreme Court termed Delhi's pollution an annual crisis requiring long-term solutions. It upheld the government's decision to shut schools for young students. Read more on the court's stance and the ongoing winter break.
Delhi government announces Rs 10,000 financial aid for workers impacted by anti-pollution measures. Mandatory work-from-home for 50% staff in all institutions from Thursday. Read the full details.
Nagpur's air quality plunges to 'poor' levels with AQI at 216. PM2.5 spikes to 355 µg/m³ in Mahal. Experts warn of severe health risks. Read the full report and official response.
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa apologised for poor air quality, blaming the previous AAP government. He detailed current efforts to combat pollution. Read the full story.
Pimpri Chinchwad's air quality hits 'poor' levels, with AQI exceeding 200 on 7 days in December. CPCB data reveals PM2.5 & PM10 from vehicles and construction as key culprits. Read the full report.
Nagpur's air quality deteriorates sharply as PM2.5 levels exceed 300 µg/m³. Winter chill and wood burning worsen pollution, posing severe health risks. Read the full report.
November 2023 emerged as a severe pollution month for Delhi-NCR, with all of India's top 10 most polluted cities in the region. Ghaziabad topped the list. Read the full analysis.
A new CREA report reveals Delhi's air pollution levels nearly doubled in November 2025 despite reduced stubble burning. Discover the key findings and implications for public health.
New Delhi enjoys sunny weather at 25.9°C on Dec 6, 2025, but faces severe air quality with AQI 315. Get the full forecast and health advisories for the week ahead.