Delhi Smog

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Safdarjung Tomb is seen amid heavy smog conditions in New Delhi. (Photo: AFP)

Smog tightens grip on Delhi-NCR, visibility at IGI Airport low

The PM2.5 levels stood at 346 micrograms per cubic metre, around six times more than the safe limit

12 Nov 2021 11:50 AM

Commuters drive along a street under heavy smoggy conditions in New Delhi. (Photo: AFP)

Smog covers Delhi-NCR; air quality severe amid unhelpful meteorological conditions

The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) said the ongoing smog episode is a public health emergency

11 Nov 2021 11:56 AM

Commuters ride through heavy smog in Noida . (PTI)

Delhi's air quality reaches worst levels since November last year

As the skies hung heavy and acrid over the region, people complained of itchy throat and watery eyes

05 Nov 2020 12:26 PM

At Delhi's Sitaram Bhartia hospital, excruciatingly tiny babies weighing as little as a kilogramme (2.2 pounds) breathe oxygen through plastic tubes as machines monitor their vital signs. (Photo: AFP)

Pregnant women in Delhi fear for health of unborn child

Mothers-to-be fear for their unborn in smog-choked Delhi.

09 Nov 2019 1:00 PM

The meteorological department has predicted a maximum temperature of 23 degree Celsius, with minimum at eight. (Representational image)

18 trains cancelled, 35 delayed as cold wave continues in Delhi

The railway services have been hampered due to low visibility as a layer of fog has engulfed the national capital.

29 Dec 2017 2:40 PM

The IMD predicted low winds, poor ventilation coefficient and stable atmospheric conditions, likely to cause episodic severe air quality events. (Photo: File)

Delhi: Met forecasts 'severe' air pollution in New Year run-up

The concentration of pollutants will rise till at least December 29 due to low velocity wind and the coming down of the atmospheric layer.

26 Dec 2017 9:09 PM

The program manager for Clean Air and Sustainable Mobility at the Centre for Science and Environment, said the effect of such devices are limited by space and time.

India unveils 'anti-smog' gun to clear skies above Delhi to little effect

The pollution levels did not drop despite the water sprayed from the device, which costs around Rs 20 lakh per unit.

20 Dec 2017 4:36 PM

The mercury came down by several degrees on Tuesday after rain continued to lash parts of Delhi. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi: Residents wake up to pleasant morning as temp drops down

Weather forecast said the sky is likely to be enveloped by clouds over Delhi-NCR on Tuesday as well.

12 Dec 2017 10:34 AM

The IMA letter comes after Sri Lankan players were seen wearing masks during the third and final Test game between India and Sri Lanka in the national capital's Feroz Shah Kotla stadium. (Photo: BCCI)

IMA asks BCCI to consider pollution levels before deciding match venue

Delhi is in news since last several days as the air quality in the Delhi-NCR region has been ranging between 'very poor' and 'severe'.

07 Dec 2017 5:02 PM

No study has been conducted to verify authenticity and efficiency of masks (Photo: AFP)

Doctors doubt efficiency of masks sold in markets against Delhi's pollution

Doctors also pointed out how air purifiers aren't helping much as they only work in closed rooms like air conditioners.

07 Dec 2017 2:49 PM

More monitoring stations need to be set up urgently; this will help improve measurement of air pollution.

Breathe easy: To avoid repeat of New Delhi 2017, look at the small picture

New Delhi recently came to a standstill as smog forced schools to shut down, flights cancelled and construction activities were banned.

07 Dec 2017 3:05 AM

Sri Lanka quick Suranga Lakmal (centre) vomited twice between overs on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

Toxic Delhi likely to lose winter Tests

Pollution levels are high, without any doubt.

06 Dec 2017 1:23 AM

A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar took exception over the failure of the AAP government to file the report despite its specific order. (Photo: PTI)

Smog woes: NGT slams Delhi govt for not filing comprehensive action plan

National Green Tribunal also slammed authorities for holding the India-Sri Lanka cricket match despite bad air quality.

04 Dec 2017 3:34 PM

A poor visibility was recorded in several parts of the national capital on Monday as smog continued to engulf the city. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Delhi smog: Visibility drops, temperature settles at 8.3 degrees

The weatherman has forecast a partly clear sky later on Monday and mist on Tuesday morning.

04 Dec 2017 12:57 PM

The request made in an open letter to Obama, said doing so would help generate awareness and catalyse action on air pollution. (Photo: AP)

If you wear face mask, you can potentially save millions: Delhi resident to Obama

The Delhi data scientist said that a lot of people can not afford the masks but Obama wearing one might spur authorities into action.

01 Dec 2017 9:12 AM

Can’t let smog-like situation recur: CK Mishra

The environment secretary said there was a “lot of ground to cover” and it was not always the rulebook that should decide actions, but the concern.

28 Nov 2017 1:41 AM

Studies have underlined that its the chemical composition of ultrafine particulates PM2.5 or PM10, and not their volume, which determines the toxicity of air. (Photo: File/PTI)

Delhi: Dust may not be only culprit contributing to air toxicity

A SC-appointed environment board said that particles from coal and diesel are more harmful than wind-blown dust.

19 Nov 2017 5:55 PM

Some parts of Delhi still continue to fall under very unhealthy category of the Air Quality Index. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi smog: Trains delayed as air pollution level hits new high

At least 49 trains delayed, 14 rescheduled and one cancelled in Delhi due to low visibility and operational reasons.

18 Nov 2017 12:00 PM

According to reports, a dust-storm that raged in Iraq, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia had a major role to play in Delhi’s smog from November 6 to 14 and the “distant geography” alludes to this. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi smog: Diplomats panic over pollution, turn to MEA

The diplomat told the MEA that this is an issue affecting 22 million people in the Capital and not just the diplomatic community.

18 Nov 2017 2:50 AM

The IMA had asked the Delhi High Court to postpone the event after a spike in pollution levels that it described as a public health emergency.

Delhi half marathon gets HC nod despite health warnings from doctors

Around 35,000 are taking part in race including athletes like Geoffrey Kipkorir Kirui, winner of this year's men's world marathon.

17 Nov 2017 3:15 PM

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