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    Air Quality News

    6 indoor air irritants that may trigger coughing, wheezing and breathing discomfort

    5 indoor pollutants that could be irritating your lungs.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 1 day ago

    CAQM forms panel to identify NCR pollution sources

    The panel will identify areas in the four states where pollution sources contribute to deteriorating air quality in the NCR (HT PHOTO)
    Cities
    Published 8 days ago

    CAQM expert panel recommends 15-yr plan to phase out petrol, diesel cars in Delhi-NCR

    The report argues for the need to bring vehicular emissions down to zero for reducing air pollution in the larger air-shed.
    Cities
    Updated 9 days ago

    The science behind CAQM's advice to reschedule school sports during winter smog season in Delhi-NCR

    A child who is running a race on a smoggy morning would draw far more pollution, and draw it deeper into the lungs, than a classmate sitting at a desk.
    Ht Explainers
    Published 11 days ago

    Delhi braces for a warmer day as temperature rises, AQI shows improvement

    The city’s 24-hour average AQI on Tuesday was 179, also in the ‘moderate’ category, compared with 184 on Monday and 187 on Sunday.
    Cities
    Published 11 days ago

    1st this season: Chandigarh’s air quality slips to moderate levels

    The maximum temperature increased slightly from 34.7°C on Monday to 34.8°C on Tuesday, two degrees above normal (HT File)
    Cities
    Published 11 days ago

    CAQM orders all industries in Delhi to install special cameras for tracking emissions

    CAQM orders all industries in Delhi to install special cameras for tracking emissions
    Cities
    Published 11 days ago

    Monday begins warm in Delhi, rain likely from Tuesday; AQI continues to worsen

    The minimum temperature at Safdarjung, Delhi’s base weather station, was 0.3 degrees lower than Sunday’s reading.
    Cities
    Published 13 days ago

    Delhi sees most polluted start to Oct since 2020; AQI continues to deteriorate

    CAQM flagged 17 violations involving road dust and construction waste during inspections of 25 stretches across Delhi’s Inner and Outer Ring Road.
    Cities
    Updated 13 days ago

    Delhi records minimum temperature of 23.2°C; AQI remains ‘moderate’ at 171

    A distant view of the Akshardham Temple complex from across the highway, as Delhi recorded its lowest monthly average Air Quality Index (AQI) for September in 2026, according to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).
    Cities
    Updated 15 days ago

    CAQM reviews enforcement against polluters in NCR

    Environmental compensation was proposed in 10 cases. (HT Archive)
    Cities
    Published 15 days ago

    Weather flux to continue as rains set to make brief return to Delhi next week: IMD

    Delhi’s 24-hour average AQI rose to 174 on Friday from 166 a day earlier, though the city remained in the moderate category.
    Cities
    Updated 15 days ago

    Delhi records minimum temperature of 23.2°C; AQI remains ‘moderate’

    The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 34°C on Friday. (HT photo)
    India News
    Published 16 days ago

    October begins with a familiar air quality slide

    The CPCB identified PM10 (particulate matter having a diameter of 10 microns or less) as the prominent pollutant in the city. (Sanchit Khanna/Hindustan Times)
    Cities
    Published 16 days ago

    Delhi sees lowest September AQI in 5 years at 102, max ‘moderate’ air quality days

    The ministry also said that the January-September period of 2026 witnessed the highest number of days with a daily average AQI below 200, which falls under the ‘Moderate’ category, in the last five years.
    India News
    Published 17 days ago

    SC rules out blanket cracker ban ahead of Diwali: 'It will hurt sentiments'

    The court said firecrackers cannot be used without restrictions.
    India News
    Updated 17 days ago

    MCD House: Councillors flag gaps in air pollution control

    A short-notice discussion on air pollution saw councillors flag issues ranging from accumulated waste and illegal dumping of construction material to inadequate water sprinkling and enforcement against activities contributing to road dust. (Sanchit Khanna/Hindustan Times)
    Cities
    Published 18 days ago

    Older goods vehicles lose GRAP exemptions in Delhi-NCR as CAQM revises air curbs

    The Citizens Charter under each stage has been revised with additional dos and don’ts. (HT File Photo)
    India News
    Updated 18 days ago

    Delhi govt’s winter action plan targets sources in time, but mirrors Grap

    Delhi’s average AQI over the past eight years shows a clear seasonal pattern.
    Cities
    Updated 19 days ago

    Stringent curbs for Delhi from Oct 1 as pollution season approaches

    Air quality in Delhi-NCR starts worsening from mid-September, with stubble burning the usual precursor to winter pollution and subsequent fireworks during the festive season.
    Cities
    Updated 19 days ago

    Delhi winter pollution plan: Real estate developers seek balanced approach

    The Delhi government has announced a series of measures to curb winter air pollution in the national capital, including a complete ban on construction and demolition activities during the peak pollution period. (Photo by Sunil Ghosh / Hindustan Times) (Representational photo)
    Real Estate
    Updated 19 days ago

    Days of rain bring Lucknow’s AQI down to 34, lowest in years

    For representation only (Sourced)
    Cities
    Published 19 days ago

    'No PUC, no fuel' rule, 150 more e-buses: Delhi govt's winter pollution plan

    The air quality during winter months worsens in Delhi.
    India News
    Updated 19 days ago

    Light to moderate rainfall likely in Delhi; AQI remains in ‘satisfactory’ category

    The air quality remained in the “satisfactory” category on Monday. (Hindustan Times)
    India News
    Published 20 days ago

    Pulmonologist shares 5 simple habits to keep lungs healthy

    Lung health is shaped by everyday habits, shares Dr Pankaj Chhabra.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 22 days ago

    Vehicles move through smog as AQI begins to shoot up in Ghaziabad

    Ghaziabad: Vehicles ply with their headlights amid dense smog on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway and National Highway-9 near Dasna
    India News
    Published 25 days ago

    Bengaluru vs Delhi: Couple shares what stands out after living in both

    The couple shared what they loved and missed after spending four years in Bengaluru and six years in Delhi.
    Trending
    Published 28 days ago

    Delhi govt orders hotspot-based action to curb winter pollution

    Delhi govt orders hotspot-based action to curb winter pollution
    Cities
    Published 28 days ago

    Delhi NCR pollution: Regional collaboration as key to long-term solutions

    Delhi air pollution
    Ht Insight
    Published 30 days ago

    60% of environmental compensation charge still lying unused: RTI reply

    The ECC was introduced as an environmental charge on specified commercial vehicles entering Delhi.
    Cities
    Updated 32 days ago
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