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Buoyed by rain, Delhi clocks 22 consecutive days of ‘satisfactory’ air

Updated on Aug 18, 2024 23:56 IST

Experts said good wind speed and a combination of rain throughout August has helped wash out pollutants. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)

Light rain in Delhi as mercury rises slightly

An overcast sky at New Friends Colony in New Delhi on Friday. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)

Published on Aug 17, 2024 17:17 IST

Delhi sees 13 straight rainy days in latest monsoon record

On Thursday, the Safdarjung weather station, which is considered representative of Delhi’s weather, recorded “trace” rainfall, continuing a streak that started on August 3. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 15, 2024 23:29 IST

Delhi breathes cleanest air of 2024

Dark clouds and light rainfall at Connaught Place. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 8, 2024 22:51 IST

Capital used only 29% of funds to clean air: Study

New Delhi was labelled the most polluted capital city in the world in 2023, according to data from Swiss firm IQAir. (HT Photo)

Updated on Jul 20, 2024 24:16 IST

Vertical gardens, not air purifiers, to check pollution in Panchkula

Discarding the idea of setting up air purifiers, Panchkula will set up vertical gardens to help check growing pollution (HT File)

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Updated on Jul 17, 2024 03:12 IST

Waterlogging woes in Delhi after short, intense spell of rain

People (above) walk amid rain at Kartavya Path on Tuesday; Commuters at a waterlogged bus top at ITO. (Raj K Raj/Arvind Yadav/HT)

Updated on Jul 9, 2024 23:36 IST

Air quality remains satisfactory; chances of isolated drizzle in parts of Delhi

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 25.6°C on Monday. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jul 8, 2024 05:07 IST

Heat and Haze: Air pollution worsens in Indian cities during summer

Noida, India- April 17, 2024: Clear blue skies were seen after a drop in air pollution levels and increased visibility of the city skyline, in Noida, India, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Photo by Sunil Ghosh / Hindustan Times)

Published on Jul 2, 2024 19:08 IST

After morning rain spell, Delhi breathes best air since Sept ’23

The general visibility on Thursday was 4,000 metres. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 01:52 IST

Ghaziabad gets ₹17 crore from planning commission to combat bad air

A communication dated June 5 from ministry of finance said seven cities in Uttar Pradesh, including Ghaziabad, have been proposed to receive about <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>258 crore for taking up air quality improvement measure. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 18, 2024 24:12 IST

Civic report: Over 1.2 complaints, toilet seats lacking, many vacancies in BMC departments

Civic report: Over 1.2 complaints, toilet seats lacking, many vacancies in BMC departments

Updated on May 29, 2024 03:34 IST

Texas power outage: Thousands left without power amid scorching heat after storm

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Published on May 19, 2024 11:25 IST

Delhi feels the heat as mercury hits 42.5°C, power demand spikes

Visitors at Kartavya Path cover up their faces and wear caps to shield themselves from the sun. (Vipin Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on May 16, 2024 18:30 IST

“Clean Air Punjab” joins hands with schools to improve air quality in Ludhiana

As a part of the program, the organisation would be training the teachers of the schools, who would further impart training to the students of Classes 6 and above to help them understand the complex global challenges. (HT file)

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Updated on May 17, 2024 24:16 IST

Mercury inches past 41°C, IMD predicts heatwave conditions in Delhi on Saturday

The maximum surpassed the the 43-degree mark at some weather stations in Delhi. (Raj K Raj/HT)

Updated on May 16, 2024 24:32 IST

Turbulent skies in Delhi, Mumbai: Unpacking the patterns behind recent storms

On Monday afternoon, dust storm and heavy rainfall lashed several parts of Mumbai and the adjacent areas.

Published on May 14, 2024 19:48 IST

Delhi air improves to “moderate” ahead of rainy weekend

The maximum temperature on Thursday was 38.8°C, which was a degree below normal. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)

Updated on May 9, 2024 23:50 IST

MCD to pave parking lots, step up measures to combat dust

The corporation said that it has deployed 52 mechanical road sweepers on PWD roads, along with 225 water sprinklers and 28 mobile anti-smog guns. (Sanjeev Verma/HT)

Updated on May 9, 2024 23:48 IST

Slight improvement in Delhi’s AQI as easterly winds bring respite from heat

People walk past Kartavya Path on a hot summer day in New Delhi. (ANI Photo)

Published on May 9, 2024 04:17 IST

Cancer-causing chemicals detected in 99% of cars' cabin air: Study

Cancer-causing chemicals detected in 99% of cars' cabin air: Study

Published on May 8, 2024 10:18 IST

Delhi: Air quality improves after worsening to ‘very poor’ zone day earlier

An average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 250 (poor) was recorded at 9am. (HT PHOTO)

Published on May 8, 2024 04:48 IST

Mercury climbs to 42°C as dry, dusty winds bring Delhi AQI down to ‘very poor’

At Kartavya Path in New Delhi on Tuesday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)

Updated on May 7, 2024 23:32 IST

Hive is an evolved method to manage your home’s AQI, and then does more

The Praan HIVE air purifier. (Official handout image.)

Published on May 7, 2024 05:06 IST

Delhi’s air remains ‘poor’ for fifth successive day as AQI crosses 280

Delhi’s 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) stood at 280 (10am) on Tuesday. (HT photo)

Published on May 7, 2024 05:01 IST

Nine RMC plants functional despite MPCB’s closure notice

The Board had also requested the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) to disconnect the power supply to these plants. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 4, 2024 13:01 IST

Gusty winds clear pollution, Delhi’s air quality improves

The India Meteorological Department said that cloudy sky will mostly prevail throughout the week. (Sanjeev Verma/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 2, 2024 24:13 IST

Honeywell Air Touch U series keeps the air pure, but needs refinement elsewhere

The Air Touch U1 is now available for around <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>23,999 while the U2 sets you back by around <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>27,999. (Official image)

Published on Mar 26, 2024 06:51 IST

Tips for flu prevention amidst environmental health challenges

Navigating air pollution and flu season: Expert tips on keeping your respiratory well-being in check

Published on Mar 22, 2024 05:57 IST

LG writes to CM over pollution levels in Delhi, AAP hits back

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Wednesday wrote to chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, urging him to take concrete steps to tackle air pollution in the national capital. (ANI PHOTO)

Updated on Mar 20, 2024 23:50 IST

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