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Delhi pollution dominates MCD panel meeting

Published on Nov 19, 2025 22:32 IST

The committee members said that curbs under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) were openly flouted. (Representative photo)

GRAP rejig: SC allows stricter curbs to become part of lower stages in Delhi-NCR

Ghaziabad is blanketed in smog on Wednesday. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

Updated on Nov 20, 2025 04:47 IST

GMDA, MCG ramp up joint enforcement to curb rising air pollution in Gurugram

MCG teams have been instructed to take action against open dumping, roadside storage of construction material and illegal burning of waste. (Parveen Kumar/HT photo)

Published on Nov 19, 2025 21:34 IST

Air purifiers 101: CADR, filters, and myths you should know before investing

Things you should know about before buying an air purifier for your home.

Published on Nov 19, 2025 11:30 IST

Delhi's poor AQI raises alarm for arthritis patients, city sees joint pain surge

Winter chill and poor air are enough to worsen stiffness in patients and increase pain in patients with Osteoarthritis (OA) or Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Published on Nov 19, 2025 11:01 IST

AIIMS doctor calls Delhi air pollution medical emergency: How to stay protected

Beat Delhi's toxic air with some green magic by bringing home air-purifying plants, which can act as nature's air purifiers to freshen up your space. (Made using Gemini AI)

Published on Nov 19, 2025 10:31 IST

'Putting them in gas chambers': SC calls on CAQM to halt sports in schools

Students going to school in a smoggy and cold morning amid rising levels of air pollution.

Updated on Nov 19, 2025 08:42 IST

With AQI 454, Greater Noida turns India's most polluted city; Ghaziabad follows

A bird flies past a highrise building on a smoggy morning amid ongoing air pollution in Delhi-NCR.

Updated on Nov 20, 2025 05:01 IST

AIIMS experts warn: Masks, purifiers won’t save Delhi from toxic air

Experts termed use of masks as insufficient. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Published on Nov 18, 2025 21:56 IST

World COPD Day: With medication, COPD is partially reversible, say experts

For representation only (HT File Photo)

Updated on Nov 18, 2025 15:43 IST

Bengaluru physician offers 3 health measures to protect yourself amid high AQI

Respiratory illnesses are rising not just among the elderly but also in young adults and children.

Updated on Nov 18, 2025 10:37 IST

UP's Ghaziabad emerges as the most polluted city

UPPCB officials said the rise in pollution levels is primarily due to road dust, unpaved roads and traffic snarls. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

Published on Nov 18, 2025 24:15 IST

What pollution in Delhi means for senior citizens

For the elderly, the shared commons — the parks, the pavements, the markets — are now places to avoid. Once free and open spaces now feel unsafe, even hostile. (HT Photo)

Published on Nov 17, 2025 15:35 IST

Delhi pollution crisis prompts man to fly to Singapore

A man travelled from Delhi to Singapore, posting how the shift from hazardous air to clearer skies felt like a major relief.

Published on Nov 17, 2025 03:28 IST

Chandigarh finally orders removal of ineffective air purifier tower

The tower functioned by drawing in polluted air, treating it with a mist-spraying system inside, and releasing filtered air. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Published on Nov 17, 2025 01:52 IST

Bengaluru officials to fine and book criminal cases against those who burn waste

The new initiative in Bengaluru will allow authorities to fine offenders up to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 lakh and impose five years potential jail time for burning garbage. (HT)

Published on Nov 16, 2025 12:23 IST

Delhi woman cleans clogged air purifier as city battles severe AQI

A Delhi woman posted a clip cleaning her clogged air purifier as the capital’s air turned very poor.

Published on Nov 16, 2025 04:26 IST

‘Severe’ air chokes Delhi despite GRAP-III restricts, AQI over 450 in Wazirpur

With air quality in Delhi depleting, CAQM has already implemented Stage III of the GRAP across the National Capital Region.

Updated on Nov 15, 2025 07:10 IST

Mumbai man spots bizarre cauliflower transport in Delhi: ‘Ghar lakar dho lena'

A bizarre video of the incident was shared on Instagram by Aakash Mehta.

Published on Nov 15, 2025 03:34 IST

BMC flags air pollution violations at Metro 7A site

BMC flags air pollution violations at Metro 7A site

Published on Nov 14, 2025 23:58 IST

Delhi to get C&D waste collection site in each MCD ward

Official said that the decision was taken in view of the increasing air pollution in the city (HT PHOTO)

Published on Nov 14, 2025 22:42 IST

Ghaziabad: Basic education dept orders hybrid mode classes over rising pollution

In the wake of rising air pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management imposed stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on November 11. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

Published on Nov 14, 2025 21:56 IST

Outdoor dining takes a hit as rising AQI in Delhi keeps diners indoors

Restaurateurs across the Capital are reporting a clear dip in demand for outdoor tables, prompting a rapid change to make indoor dining more appealing

Published on Nov 14, 2025 08:44 IST

Are schools in Delhi-NCR open or closed today, November 14? Check here

The AQI in Delhi-NCR continues to remain between 'very poor' and 'severe' categories.

Published on Nov 14, 2025 02:05 IST

Sood flags Bhalswa as emerging pollution hot spot, orders urgent dust control

Delhi urban minister Ashish Sood seen inspecting the Bhalswa landfill (Sanchit Khanna/ HT)

Published on Nov 13, 2025 22:02 IST

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: The right way to talk about it

When we start localising the problem, people begin to see themselves in the story and are more inclined to act. City-specific data, community health impacts, or neighbourhood stories make the air quality issue tangible. (ANI)

Published on Nov 13, 2025 15:43 IST

Are schools in Delhi-NCR open or closed tomorrow, Nov 14? Here's all we know

A student going to school on a smoggy morning amid rising levels of air pollution in Noida.

Updated on Nov 13, 2025 14:07 IST

Man shows brand new air purifier clogged within 2 weeks as Delhi AQI worsens

In Delhi, a man showed his air purifier clogged within two weeks, reflecting the city’s hazardous AQI.

Published on Nov 13, 2025 05:55 IST

Dedicated MCD team set up to oversee air pollution control around Anand Vihar ISBT

The teams will patrol the area in three shifts — 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.

Published on Nov 13, 2025 03:47 IST

Farm fires drive Delhi’s ‘severe’ smog as stubble share touches high of 22%

A farmer burns stubble in a crop field in Punjab. (REUTERS)

Published on Nov 13, 2025 24:57 IST

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