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

SAFAR, an arm of the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, said particulates from the dust storm, which swept across Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia between the last week of October and November 4, entered the upper atmospheric layer of Delhi and the larger region. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Gulf dust storm, not crop burning responsible for Delhi smog: report

On Nov 8, the contribution of the dust storm was 40 per cent, eclipsing the emissions from crop burning, which stood at 25 per cent.

16 Nov 2017 2:55 PM

The Supreme Court-appointed green panel made the observation in a letter to the chief secretaries of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Rajasthan directing the immediate withdrawal of the hike imposed on November 8. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Delhi: SC-appointed green panel rolls back hike in parking fee, lifts ban on trucks

The EPCA lifted the measure on Thursday citing 'problems' in its effective enforcement, which has led to parking on the roads.

16 Nov 2017 1:21 PM

India advanced the rollout of cleaner Euro-VI compliant fuels in Delhi by two years on Wednesday to reduce high pollution levels in the capital city. (Photo: AFP)

India prepones launch of Euro-VI fuels in Delhi to tackle smog

The oil ministry said all vehicles plying in the capital will have to move to the new fuel from April 2018 to reduce emissions.

15 Nov 2017 6:49 PM

Kejriwal accompanied by Environment Minister Imran Hussain and another senior official met Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar in Chandigarh to discuss increasing pollution levels in Delhi-NCR due to crop burning in Punjab and Haryana. (Photo: ANI)

Kejriwal-Khattar talks fruitful; will help Delhi tackle smog issue, says Haryana CM

Meanwhile, Punjab CM snubbed Kejriwal's request to meet him and urged him to refrain from trying to politicise the issue.

15 Nov 2017 2:41 PM

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal meets Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar (Photo: ANI)

Kejriwal meets Haryana CM Khattar, Delhi smog, stubble burning on agenda

The chief minister is accompanied by Delhi Environment Minister Imran Hussain and another senior official.

15 Nov 2017 11:04 AM

Country's environment minister Harsh Vardhan contrasted the pollution choking large swathes of north India, including the capital, with the 1984 gas leak in Bhopal that killed at least 25,000 people and remains the world's worst industrial disaster. (Photo: AP)

Don't panic, take routine precautions: Environment min on Delhi smog

India's leaders have been criticised for failing to tackle Delhi pollution, which experts say is wiping yrs off the lives of its citizens.

14 Nov 2017 5:31 PM

Rahul Gandhi hits out at PM Narendra Modi over smog

Storm in eyes, troubled folks, but why is ‘Saheb’ quiet, questions Cong V-P.

14 Nov 2017 2:05 AM

'There is a meeting with Pawan Hans officials to discuss the plan of aerial sprinkling of water,' said the urban development minister of Delhi. (Photo: File)

Scientists are 'constantly monitoring' pollution level, says Delhi Min Gopal Rai

The govt scrapped plans to implement odd-even scheme after NGT said there won't be exemption for women, two-wheelers and govt servants.

13 Nov 2017 9:49 PM

While Manohar Lal Khattar said on Monday he was open to meeting Kejriwal 'anytime anywhere' to find a solution to the issue, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh last week said the situation warranted Centre's intervention as it has inter-state implications. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi smog: Enlist steps taken to curb stubble burning, Haryana CM to Kejriwal

Burning of crop residues by farmers in neighbouring states has been blamed for the toxic smog enveloping Delhi during the winter season.

13 Nov 2017 8:30 PM

Light rains have been predicted in the national capital on November 14 and 15, which, the MeT officials say, could clear the smog, giving some relief to Delhiites. (Photo: Biplab Banerjee)

Rain likely on November 14, 15; no let-up in smog

According to the MeT department, moderate fog will prevail Delhi tomorrow morning and mostly clear sky during the day.

13 Nov 2017 1:43 AM

The air quality index of the CPCB had a score of 460, as against Saturday's 403. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

No respite as pollution levels skyrocket in Delhi after brief let-up

The pollution monitoring authorities said there may be some respite from Monday evening as surface winds will gain momentum.

12 Nov 2017 9:22 PM

Doctors at the government-run Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute say patient numbers have more than tripled since pollution levels spiked amid a change in weather conditions and the annual post-harvest burning of crop stubble in surrounding areas. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Hospitals fill up, residents gasp for breath as smog engulfs Delhi

In Delhi, local industry, coal-fired power plants and a growing number of cars on the roads have added to the crisis.

12 Nov 2017 2:49 PM

Earlier on Friday, AAP's Delhi unit convenor and Labour Minister Gopal Rai had strongly defended the odd-even scheme, saying the vehicular pollution was the biggest source of ultrafine particulate matters measuring less than 2.5 microns. (Photo: PTI)

No odd-even without exemptions, can't risk women's safety: AAP

Delhi govt on Saturday called off odd-even rule, which was to be implemented for 5 days after NGT ordered withdrawal of exemptions under it.

11 Nov 2017 8:06 PM

Visibility was recorded at 800 metre at 5.30 am, which dropped further to 500 metre by 8.30 am. (Photo: File)

Light rainfall to take place in Delhi; may clear dense smog

According to the Met department, humidity levels in the national capital shot up to 91 per cent on Saturday morning.

11 Nov 2017 6:37 PM

'Odd-even scheme from Nov 13-17 in the national capital called off,' Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot said. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

AAP govt calls off odd-even rule after NGT declines most exemptions

The green bench had ordered that no exemption should be allowed to 'any person or officer and two-wheelers'.

11 Nov 2017 4:12 PM

The NGT on Friday said the scheme was a ‘farce’, and that it cannot be implemented from next week without its permission. (Photo: AFP)

Delhi: Green bench gives nod to odd-even rule; no exemption for govt staff, women

Earlier on Saturday, the NGT asked the AAP govt the rationale behind implementing the odd-even scheme in the city.

11 Nov 2017 1:12 PM

Uber on Thursday said it will not levy dynamic or surge pricing during the odd-even car rule implementation in Delhi next week. (Photo: AFP)

Uber takes a stand for Delhi, suspends surge pricing during odd-even scheme

The odd-even car rationing scheme will be rolled out in Delhi from November 13 as part of its pollution-tackling plan.

10 Nov 2017 9:55 AM

Under the policy, odd-numbered cars are allowed to run on odd dates while even-numbered cars can only run on even dates. (Photo: PTI)

Govt imposes odd-even scheme from Nov 13 to 17 as toxic smog engulfs Delhi

The decision comes as air pollution levels rose in Delhi, NCR and neighbouring states for the third consecutive day on Thursday.

09 Nov 2017 3:20 PM

Air quality in Delhi-NCR has been at the season's worst for the last couple of days leading to a spike in air purifiers sales. (Photo: G.N Jha)

Air purifiers sale rises as Delhi-NCR breathes in chimney-like smog

Air quality in Delhi-NCR has been at the season's worst for the last couple of days with complaints of a 'gas chamber' like situation.

09 Nov 2017 1:08 PM

Varun Dhawan, Parineeti Chopra had worked in 'Dishoom'; Arjun Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor in 'Half Girlfriend.'

'It's damn scary': B-Town stars worried about rising levels of smog in Delhi

Varun Dhawan, Parineeti Chopra, Arjun Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao and Dia Mirza were those who took to social media on the issue.

09 Nov 2017 12:04 PM

The Delhi High Court asked the ruling Aam Aadmi Party government and the neighbouring states about the measures being taken to address the issue of 'stubble burning'. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Day 3: Delhi inhales poison? Smog prevails, HC calls stubble burning 'main villain'

The bench was hearing a PIL initiated by it in 2015 on the issue of poor air quality in the national capital.

09 Nov 2017 11:10 AM

A police officer said, all the injured, numbering around 30, were rushed to Kailash hospital by Expressway ambulances. (Photo: TechGuide4u/YouTube screengrab)

Video: 30 hurt as thick fog causes pile-up of 20 cars on Yamuna Expressway

Several injured have suffered multiple fractures, doctor said, adding, around 12 persons were discharged after dressing of minor wounds.

08 Nov 2017 5:04 PM

School students are finding it hard to commute with fall in visibility and air quality. (Photo: File | Representational)

Air quality index 'severe' as Delhi covered in thick layer of smog

IMA declares 'public health emergency' as air quality index touched 'severe' category; experts advise against outdoor activities.

08 Nov 2017 11:10 AM

Air quality in Delhi over the last two days has improved, giving residents a reason to smile. (Photo: PTI)

Air Quality Index less than 300 in parts of Delhi

On October 9, the Supreme Court banned the sale of firecrackers in Delhi and NCR till November 1, to reduce high levels of pollution.

23 Oct 2017 7:05 PM

The lack of visibility has severely affected flight operations at both Delhi and Lucknow airports, forcing most service providers to either cancel or re-schedule its services. (Photo: PTI)

Visibility drops as fog engulfs Delhi, flights affected

After experiencing pleasant weather for few days, Delhi got colder with the minimum temperature falling sharply to 11 degree celsius.

30 Nov 2016 9:21 AM

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