Air Quality Index

November 19, 2024 11:15 AM

No respite for Delhi residents as toxic air quality persists in ‘severe plus’ category

Delhi’s air quality remained in the 'severe plus' category for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, with a thick layer of smog enveloping the city and reducing visibility significantly. At 8 a.m., the national capital recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 488, classified as ‘severe plus,’ according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Several areas in Delhi exceeded the citywide average. Anand Vihar, Bawana, CRRI Mathura Road, and Narela registered the maxi...

November 18, 2024 11:52 AM

Delhi air pollution remains at ‘severe plus’ level, intensifying health concerns

Delhi's air quality continued to deteriorate on Monday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to a hazardous 483, classified as 'severe plus.' The alarming rise in pollution prompted authorities to impose strict measures, including a ban on construction activities and restrictions on vehicle movement. Schools were closed, and government offices were advised to shift to remote work. On Sunday, the Commission on Air Quality Management (CAQM) announced the enforcement of Stage IV of the Gr...

November 16, 2024 10:38 AM

Dense fog blankets Taj Mahal, Delhi faces severe smog and air quality crisis

A thick layer of fog engulfed the iconic Taj Mahal on Saturday, reducing visibility of the monument, which was barely visible to visitors. The dense fog, coupled with smog in the region, led to a significant decline in visibility, compared to previous days. The air quality in Agra was recorded as 'moderate,' with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 148, according to the Central Pollution Control Board at 8 a.m. However, the hazy conditions made it difficult for visitors to fully appreciate the monume...

November 10, 2024 10:10 AM

Pak: Lahore blinded by smog, Multan chokes as AQI hits 1,914

Thick smog has severely impaired visibility and air quality in Pakistan’s cities of Lahore and Multan, as pollution levels continue to rise to alarming levels. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Multan skyrocketed to an unprecedented 1,914, making it one of the world’s most polluted cities, according to Swiss air quality monitor IQAir. Lahore followed closely with a reading of 760. The extreme pollution has left authorities scrambling to implement anti-smog measures, but ineffective enforcement...

November 9, 2024 11:08 AM

Pakistan enforces emergency lockdowns in Punjab as AQI soars above 2000 in Multan

Pakistan’s Punjab province is grappling with a severe pollution crisis as air quality hits unprecedented levels. Multan’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached an alarming 2,135, casting the city in a thick, hazardous smog that disrupted daily life and prompted emergency measures. In response to the worsening smog, the Punjab government has implemented strict measures, including the closure of parks, museums, and other public spaces until at least November 17. According to IQAir, a Swiss-based ai...

November 9, 2024 9:54 AM

Delhi continues to battle with air pollution as AQI remains in ‘very poor’ category

Delhi continues its battle against severe air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) firmly in the 'very poor' category. The city, now in its ninth consecutive day of smog following Diwali celebrations, registered an AQI of 360 as of 8 a.m. on Saturday, according to SAFAR data. Visuals from Kartavya Path depict a dense layer of smog engulfing the area, with AQI levels reaching 391, while nearby AIIMS recorded an AQI of 343. Other major regions are facing similar conditions: New Moti Bagh r...

November 6, 2024 4:21 PM

No relief from pollution, Delhi air quality remains ‘very poor’

Delhi’s air quality remained in the 'very poor' category on Wednesday, with thick smog blanketing parts of the city for a sixth consecutive day following Diwali celebrations. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 358 at 8 a.m., with several areas in the capital registering even higher levels. Alipur recorded an AQI of 372, Bawana at 412, Dwarka Sector 8 at 355, Mundka at 419, Najafgarh at 354, New Moti Bagh at 381...

November 6, 2024 10:53 AM

No relief from pollution, Delhi air remains very poor

Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' on Wednesday morning with a thin layer of smog covering several parts of the national capital for the sixth consecutive day post-Diwali. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 358 as of 8 am today (Wednesday). Alipur recorded an AQI of 372, Bawana at 412, Dwarka Sector 8 at 355, Mundka at 419, Najafgarh at 354, New Moti Bagh at 381, Rohini at 401, Punjabi Bagh at 388 and RK Puram...

October 29, 2024 7:59 PM

Lahore becomes most polluted city in the world again

Lahore has once again secured the grim title of the most polluted city globally, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to a staggering 708. The PM2.5 levels reached a dangerous 431 µg/m³, an alarming 86 times above the World Health Organization's recommended annual limit. The city's pollution crisis, attributed to unchecked vehicular emissions, outdated industrial practices, and ineffective environmental policies, has led to a dangerous smog that persists year-round, signaling systemic env...

October 21, 2024 11:37 PM

Delhi-NCR to enforce GRAP-II as air quality worsens to ‘very poor’

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has ordered the activation of Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR, effective from October 22, following a sharp decline in air quality. Delhi’s daily average Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 310 on Monday, falling into the 'Very Poor' category, triggering stricter pollution-control measures. Weather forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) suggest...