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Grap-4 returns as Delhi AQI blows past 400 again

During rehearsals for the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk, in New Delhi on Saturday. (PTI)

Updated on Jan 18, 2026, 6:09 AM IST

What's allowed, what's not as GRAP-4 restrictions back in Delhi-NCR

After Delhi recorded more than 400 on the AQI scale, the central pollution control board (CPCB) on Saturday placed GRAP 4 restrictions in place to tackle the soaring AQI levels.

Updated on Jan 17, 2026, 10:59 PM IST

Delhi's AQI turns severe as cold spell approaches, temperatures expected to rise

Dense fog conditions prevailed on Saturday morning with maximum temperature recorded at 24.6 degrees Celsius, five notches above normal.

Published on Jan 17, 2026, 10:32 PM IST

GRAP-4, strictest pollution curbs, enforced in Delhi-NCR as AQI crosses 400

Security contingents during Republic Day parade rehearsals amid winter fog and poor air quality in New Delhi on Saturday, January 17.

Updated on Jan 18, 2026, 5:01 AM IST

Vidit Gujrathi says ‘no one cares’ as Delhi AQI remains very poor

Vidit Gujrathi drew attention to Delhi’s worsening air quality on social media.

Published on Jan 17, 2026, 3:11 PM IST

Delhi’s minimum temperature at 4.4°C as AQI remains ‘very poor’

The minimum temperature is likely to be around 7-9°C by Sunday and 8-10°C by Monday. (ANI photo)

Updated on Jan 17, 2026, 9:42 AM IST

Cold wave conditions abate after 5 days as Delhi records a min temp of 4.3°C

Moderate to dense fog enveloped parts of the city in the early hours of the day. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 16, 2026, 9:46 AM IST

BWF breaks silence after bird poop incident adds embarrassment to India Open

BWF reviews IG sports complex, says the venue is fit to host World Championship

Updated on Jan 16, 2026, 8:31 AM IST

2°C in Noida as NCR shivers on 4th consecutive ‘cold wave’ day

The current four-day spell has been particularly harsh. (Sakib Ali/HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 15, 2026, 4:22 AM IST

BMC Elections 2026: Five key civic issues, that matter to Mumbaikars

BMC Elections 2026: Civic infrastructure issues, ranging from flooding and monsoon waterlogging to worsening traffic congestion and growing pressure on public transport, have emerged as key voter concerns.(Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jan 15, 2026, 8:13 AM IST

Cold wave conditions continue for 4th day as mercury plunges to 3.8°C in Delhi

A 24-hour average AQI of 354 (very poor) was recorded at 9am on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jan 14, 2026, 9:53 AM IST

Cold wave conditions continue in Delhi as mercury plunges to 3°C

Similar conditions were expected on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 13, 2026, 10:04 AM IST

Air quality concerns resurface ahead of Mumbai Marathon

Air quality concerns resurface ahead of Mumbai Marathon. (Photo by Bhushan Koyande/HT Photo)

Published on Jan 13, 2026, 8:26 AM IST

‘Fix the state of night shelters’: HC directs Centre, Delhi govt

Court asked to ensure that homeless people are provided with sufficient amenities at the shelters to protect themselves from the weather. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 13, 2026, 3:46 AM IST

Cold wave sweeps Delhi; mercury plunges 4.2 degrees below normal to 3.2°C

The IMD said multiple weather stations met the criteria for a cold wave on Monday. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jan 12, 2026, 10:02 AM IST

Duct vs ductless chimney: What daily cooking taught me about airflow

Choosing between duct and ductless chimneys depends on cooking intensity.

Published on Jan 10, 2026, 3:11 PM IST

Air pollution in focus at citizens’ meet in Bandra-Khar

Air pollution in focus at citizens’ meet in Bandra-Khar

Published on Jan 10, 2026, 6:36 AM IST

11 years vs 11 months: BJP and AAP trade charges over pollution record

Delhi Assembly winter session on Friday. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 10, 2026, 4:24 AM IST

Delhi sees coldest January morning since 2024; AQI worsens

Delhi sees coldest January morning since 2024; AQI worsens

Updated on Jan 9, 2026, 10:25 PM IST

Rain expected in parts of Delhi as mercury dips 2.3 degrees below normal to 4.6°C

A yellow alert remained in place for moderate to dense fog in parts of the city. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 9, 2026, 9:44 AM IST

Cooler morning, ‘moderate’ air in Mumbai, as MPCB shuts 10 RMC plants

Mumbai, Jan 08 (ANI): A view of the Wadala area covered with heavy smog, in Mumbai on Thursday. (ANI Video Grab) (ANI video Grab)

Published on Jan 9, 2026, 6:56 AM IST

Show-cause notices issued to 90 illegal ready-mix concrete plants in Gurugram

Show-cause notices issued to 90 illegal ready-mix concrete plants in Gurugram

Published on Jan 8, 2026, 10:13 PM IST

Icy winds dip min temp to 5.8°C as dense fog envelopes Delhi, AQI remains ‘poor’

The mercury plunged to 4.8°C at Palam. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 8, 2026, 9:52 AM IST

For comics, BMC is the gift that keeps on giving

For comics, BMC is the gift that keeps on giving

Published on Jan 7, 2026, 7:12 AM IST

Gurugram’s AQI slips into ‘very poor’; IMD issues cold wave alert

Gurugram recorded a minimum temperature of 5.9 degrees Celsius (°C) on Tuesday and a maximum of 14.1°C. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Jan 7, 2026, 5:54 AM IST

Union minister flags gaps in Rajasthan, Punjab pollution plans

The Centre assured states of inter-state coordination meetings to resolve implementation hurdles during execution. (HT Archive)

Published on Jan 7, 2026, 5:42 AM IST

Delhi shows marginal respite in air quality, AQI improves to ‘poor’ category

According to the Air Quality Early Warning System, air quality is expected to remain in the ‘moderate’ category on January 6, deteriorate to ‘poor’ on January 7 and 8, and stay in the ‘poor’ to ‘very poor’ range over the subsequent six days.

Updated on Jan 5, 2026, 7:39 PM IST

Delhi’s air quality slips back into ‘very poor’ zone

CAQM officials confirmed that no review meeting was held to consider reimposing stage-3 measures. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 5, 2026, 3:36 AM IST

Delhi air quality dips again; AQI close to 300, fog disrupts 170 flights

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a yellow alert for Sunday, warning of moderate to dense fog in the early hours of the day (HT photo/ Raj K Raj)

Updated on Jan 4, 2026, 10:29 AM IST

MMRDA begins real-time dust monitoring at infra sites as Mumbai AQI slips back to ‘moderate’

MMRDA begins real-time dust monitoring at infra sites as Mumbai AQI slips back to ‘moderate’

Published on Jan 4, 2026, 5:00 AM IST

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