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Delhi AQI worsens further, IMD warns of cold wave and 1–2°C temperature drop in North India: All you need to know
Delhi's air quality dipped to 'poor' category on Sunday, with the AQI reaching 246 amidst a cold wave. Temperatures plummeted to 6 degrees Celsius, prompting many to seek refuge in shelters. Several areas recorded AQI above 250, including Anand Vihar, Bawana, and Mundka. Shelter homes provided beds, blankets, and meals to those in need, with medical assistance also available.
Uttar Pradesh: Government to conduct school level sports, cultural competitions from Dec 9
The Uttar Pradesh government is organizing sports and cultural competitions in PM SHRI schools from December 9th to 20th, 2024. These events, funded with a 2.5 crore rupee budget, aim to foster students' physical, mental, and social development. School-level competitions run until December 14th, followed by district-level events showcasing winners in various disciplines.
Multisite study finds increase in emergency visits linked to rise in NO2 levels in Delhi: Nadda
A recent Indian Council of Medical Research study linked increased wheezing and emergency room visits in Delhi to rising nitrogenous compound levels. The government, acknowledging the issue, has implemented measures like installing oxygen generation plants and tightening emission standards for thermal power plants to combat air pollution.
Delhi's November PM2.5 level reaches highest monthly average in 8 years despite GRAP: Report
Delhi's PM2.5 levels in November 2024 hit the highest average since 2017 despite GRAP measures and reduced stubble burning incidents. The average concentration was 249 micrograms per cubic metre. The report shows 159 out of 268 Indian cities exceeded the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for PM2.5. This highlights the significant need for long-term strategies against pollution.
Delhi's air quality improves: AQI recorded in 'poor' category for 2 consecutive days
Delhi's AQI improved to 'poor' on Monday, recording a reading of 280, slightly better than Sunday's 285. After a spell of very poor and severe categories, the city's air quality first dipped below 300 in 32 days on Sunday. PM2.5 levels were recorded at 106 g/m³. Weather forecasts predict poor air quality from Tuesday to Thursday.
Delhi's AQI drops to below 300 after a month
Delhi's AQI fell below 300 for the first time in a month thanks to dry northwesterly winds and ample sunlight, improving air quality from 'very poor' to 'poor'. The primary pollutant was PM2.5, and vehicular emissions contributed significantly to pollution levels. Conditions are expected to include moderate fog and light winds in the coming days.
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At 346, Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor'; likely to persist for 3 more days
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category for the seventh consecutive day with an AQI of 346. Unfavorable weather conditions are likely to keep the city's air quality in the 'very poor' range for the next three days. PM2.5 remains the primary pollutant, posing significant health risks.
Delhi: Garbage fires blaze rising air pollution crisis
Delhi observed a 38% rise in garbage fires in October and November compared to last year, driven by negligence and reckless behavior such as burning trash. These fires pose health risks and exacerbate the city's air pollution, urging the need for responsible disposal practices and systemic changes to reduce emissions.
Delhi's AQI in 'very poor' category
Delhi's air quality is 'very poor' today, with an AQI of 351. The city experienced the season's second-lowest minimum temperature of 9.8 degrees Celsius. Mostly clear skies are expected during the day, with the maximum temperature around 26 degrees Celsius. November this year was the warmest in five years, with average temperatures higher than usual.
Study traces 60 pc PM2.5 pollution in India to residential cooking, power generation, industries
A new study reveals that up to 60% of India's PM2.5 pollution originates from residential, power generation, and industrial emissions, with 80% attributed to fossil fuels. The study proposes dividing India into 15 airsheds for targeted interventions, highlighting the Indo-Gangetic Plains and the plateau region as critical areas demanding coordinated air quality management.
IIT Kanpur's 7-year study finds PM 2.5 peaking in November third week
Delhi's air quality worsens between October and January. PM 2.5 levels peak in November's third week. The period from 10 pm to 11 am has the worst air quality. Daytime hours are better for outdoor activities. Pollution increases in October and peaks in November and December. Stricter measures are needed before November to improve air quality.
Delhi air quality fluctuates between 'Very Poor' and 'Severe'; AQI at 318
Delhi's air quality showed slight improvement on Sunday, moving from "severe" to "very poor" with an AQI of 318. This improvement follows a week of hazardous air quality, peaking at 495 last Monday. Vehicular emissions and stubble burning were identified as major contributors to the pollution. Despite the improvement, visibility remained low due to mist and smog.
Delhi air quality improves slightly
Delhi experienced a slight improvement in air quality on Sunday morning, moving from 'severe' to 'very poor' with an AQI of 357. However, Anand Vihar remained in the 'severe' category. The capital has faced hazardous air quality for nearly a month, posing serious health risks due to high levels of fine particulate matter.
Mounting economic costs of India's killer smog
Toxic smog engulfing north India is causing a health crisis and severely impacting the country's economy. Studies estimate annual losses of $95 billion due to reduced productivity, work absences, and premature deaths. The smog, attributed to vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and farm fires, is particularly severe in Delhi, leading to business losses and impacting tourism.
Delhi's air quality remains in 'severe' category, AQI at 412
Delhi's air quality plummeted to 'severe' on Saturday, with an AQI of 412, posing significant health risks. Twenty monitoring stations recorded 'severe' readings, primarily due to vehicular emissions and stubble burning. The city experienced reduced visibility due to mist and smog, while temperatures reached 29.4 degrees Celsius, three degrees above average.
How Delhi can learn from Beijing & London to combat air pollution
Delhi's annual winter smog crisis, while severe, is not insurmountable. Drawing inspiration from Beijing and London's successful anti-pollution efforts, the article highlights the importance of political will, tackling pollution at its source, and coordinated action.
Delhi tops polluted city list as air quality crisis persists in north India
Delhi's air quality plummeted this week, earning the title of India's most polluted city with a hazardous PM2.5 level of 243.3 g/m³. Experts attribute the surge to seasonal factors like cooler temperatures and reduced wind speeds, alongside vehicular and industrial emissions.
Farmers shift stubble burning to late afternoon to evade satellite detection; DSS unveils new plan for monitoring
To combat Delhi's air pollution, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) is upgrading its stubble burning monitoring system. The new system will utilize Indian or Korean satellites that provide more frequent data, addressing the issue of farmers burning stubble later in the day to avoid detection by American satellites.
From sweeping to greening, delay by Delhi proves costly
Delhi is facing scrutiny for missing crucial air quality targets despite the pollution season looming. The city lags in road dust control, with insufficient mechanical sweeping and green cover. Delays in e-bus procurement and legacy waste management have further compounded the issue.
Delhi's AQI 494 or 1,600? What's with the difference and which is more accurate
Delhi experienced alarming air pollution levels on Monday. The city's air quality index (AQI) reached 494, the second-highest recorded value. While international platforms reported even higher figures, both measurements indicated hazardous air quality. The discrepancy arises from different AQI scales and calculation methods. Despite the variations, Delhi's air pollution posed significant health risks.
Delhi second-most polluted city in India; air quality 'severe'
Delhi's air quality reached a 'severe' level with an AQI of 441, making it the second most polluted city in India. The hazardous air quality triggered the third stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), leading to strict measures like construction bans and school closures to combat the pollution crisis.
Delhi's PM10 pollution up 5 pc, PM2.5 level 7 pc during January 1-November 12
Delhi experienced a concerning rise in air pollution levels this year, with PM2.5 and PM10 levels exceeding those of the previous year. The city witnessed a higher number of days with 'poor' air quality, impacting residents' health. Vehicular emissions were identified as a major contributor to the pollution, highlighting the urgent need for pollution control measures.
How agricultural emissions could be harming your child's brain and memory: Research raises alarm
A new study has found that exposure to ammonium nitrate, a component of PM2.5 air pollution, is linked to impaired learning and memory in children. Researchers discovered that ammonium nitrate, formed from agricultural emissions and fossil fuel burning, had a significant negative impact on cognitive abilities in a study of over 8,600 children.
Lahore shuts primary schools over record pollution: Pakistan officials
Lahore has closed primary schools due to record pollution levels. Air pollution hit 40 times higher than acceptable. PM2.5 levels peaked at 610 micrograms per cubic meter, and the air quality index reached 1,067. Restrictions include bans on polluting tuk-tuks, halving staff in offices, and closing some restaurants by 8 PM.
Delhi struggles to breathe days after Diwali: AQI crosses 500, PM 2.5 level over 65 times more than WHO limit
Delhi's air quality index crossed 400 two days after Diwali, putting it in the hazardous category. A thick layer of smog covers the city. Areas like Anand Vihar recorded AQI levels above 500. Health concerns are rising among residents. The Graded Response Action Plan is already in place but the air quality continues to worsen.
Delhi's PM2.5 levels up by 13% on Diwali night this year: Report
New Delhi's PM2.5 levels on Diwali night reached 603 g/m³, a 13% rise from previous years, with increased nitrogen dioxide levels due to heavy traffic. Unlike past trends, pollution decreased rapidly the next day, aided by warm conditions and efficient natural ventilation. More farm fires and a change in wind direction also contributed to the pollution levels.
Air monitor records pollution level in Lahore 40 times above WHO limit
Air pollution in Lahore has reached unprecedented levels, with the air quality index spiking at 1,067. The provincial environmental protection agency has imposed new restrictions to combat the smog, including bans on certain vehicles, construction, and open-fire cooking. Government and private sector employees will also begin working from home to reduce emissions.
Delhi's air quality plummets after Diwali despite firecracker ban: AQI soars above 900
Diwali celebrations in Delhi led to widespread firecracker usage, severely degrading air quality and visibility across the city. Despite a strict government ban and enforcement efforts, violations persisted, driving the Air Quality Index (AQI) into hazardous levels in key areas. As a result, neighborhoods reported AQI readings far beyond safe limits. Local pollution, compounded by unfavorable weather and stubble burning, further aggravated Delhi's air, with even worse conditions anticipated in November.
Pollution levels in Delhi rise up; 166 AQI recorded in 24 hours
With the monsoon season retreating, pollution levels in Delhi have risen with an average AQI of 166. Neighboring areas like Ghaziabad, Meerut, and Noida also reported bad air quality. The Supreme Court has urged Punjab and Haryana to act against pollution. CAQM's lack of effort in implementing controls was criticized by the court.
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