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‘Poor’ AQI shrouds Delhi-NCR on Dhanteras as pollution concerns remain | In Pics

Delhi's air quality deteriorated today for the fifth consecutive day, with the highest AQI of 384 recorded in Anand Vihar.

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Is smog a hidden risk for male fertility? Gynaecologist explains the link

Air pollution and smog can harm male fertility by affecting sperm health and reproductive outcomes. Find important ways to prevent these problems.

Flight operations hit at Delhi's IGI airport due to dense fog | What is CAT III?

CAT III conditions are in effect, and airlines recommend that passengers verify flight status as visibility may drop significantly in the coming hours.

I drive in fog regularly. Should I switch to yellow fog lights or keep white one

<ul><li>If you drive in fog often, yellow fog lights can reduce glare in dense conditions, while white fog lights work better in light fog, rain, and mixed visibility.</li></ul>

Delhi AQI ‘very poor’ amid dense fog; over 150 flights delayed at IGI airport

Many places in Delhi saw pollution levels enter the ‘severe’ category, with the Narela monitoring station recording an AQI of 418,

How ADAS Technology Can Make Driving in Dense Fog Safer on Indian Roads

<ul><li>Dense winter fog has caused deadly crashes across North India. Here’s how ADAS can spot danger you can’t see, and why it could save lives in low visibility.</li></ul>

Cardiologist warns of winter heart attack spikes from smog and cold air risks

Stay heart-smart this winter! Cold weather and pollution can increase the risk of a heart attack. Find ways to keep your heart healthy during the holidays.

Fog blankets India as winter chill grows: Visuals from Delhi, Mumbai, Punjab, UP

Several parts of India woke up to dense fog and significantly reduced visibility on Thursday morning as winter chill intensified.&nbsp;

Thick fog, AQI spike continue in Delhi as curbs kick in: Check worst-hit areas

While the overall AQI in Delhi was recorded in the ‘very poor’ category, some areas also saw ‘severe’ air this morning even as GRAP-4 curbs remained in place.

No hilly escape from Delhi pollution? AQI nears 300 in Dehradun

Delhiites planning to run to the hills to escape the alarming pollution may have to think twice as the situation is deteriorating in the mountains too.

Delhi AQI ‘very poor’; fog delays more than 300 flights, over 120 cancelled

In a statement issued around midnight on Monday, Air India said the cancellations and delays on Monday were due to the dense fog at the Delhi airport.

Low visibility leads to pile-up accidents in NCR, 4 die

According to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the collision began with a passenger bus ramming into a dumper truck as a result of the near-zero visibility. A car then crashed into the bus, with subsequent vehicles ploughing into the wreckage within minutes

As AQI soars, will Delhi turn to artificial rain? What happened to the trials

In late October, the Delhi government conducted two cloud seeding trials in collaboration with IIT Kanpur, to induce artificial rain.

Woman in Bengaluru vows to move parents out of Delhi amid worsening AQI

A woman living in Bengaluru said she is considering moving her parents out of Delhi, describing the city as a gas chamber amid worsening air pollution.

Golden Retriever uses nebuliser amid Delhi smog: ‘Diagnosed with bronchitis’

The pet parent revealed that the Golden Retriever had been diagnosed with bronchitis due to air pollution.

How Delhi’s hazardous AQI is leaving its peak concert season gasping for breath

As Delhi’s AQI continues to stay hazardous, musicians and organisers are left gasping to keep the city’s peak concert season alive.

Delhi PWD to hire 200 anti-smog guns to combat rising air pollution

The trucks will operate in shifts till February 2026, using atomized water to reduce dust and improve air quality.

Delhi AQI slips to ‘very poor’ category, no respite likely in coming days

According to the Centre's forecast, the city's air quality will continue to remain in the 'very poor' bracket.

‘Marathon in 400 AQI': In pollution chokehold, Delhi holds fitness events

Marathons and cyclothons organised by different bodies get a critical response on social media even as hundreds turn up to participate

Delhi air quality falls back to 'very poor' category, AQI at 373

Key areas recorded alarming AQI levels above 400, prompting the NDMC to double parking fees as part of the graded response action plan (GRAP).

Smog woes: Delhi-NCR's morning cyclists, walkers hit pause as AQI worsens

Capital's fitness lovers have been forced to rejig their workout routines, as air pollution makes outdoor activities cumbersome for residents. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Delhi AQI severe: Residents opt for air purifying plants, collect free saplings

As air pollution level spikes in Delhi-NCR, residents head to nurseries in the Capital to stock up on free saplings. Read to know which plants you must get!&nbsp;

‘Delhi’s air in shambles, SC chose crackers over right to live’: Amitabh Kant

“Delhi remains among the world’s most polluted capital. If Los Angles, Beijing, and London can do it, why can’t Delhi,” he asked.

'…not Diwali's crackers': BJP blames Punjab as Delhi chokes amid toxic air

After Diwali, Delhi faced severe smog and hazardous air quality, with AQI hitting 'very poor'.&nbsp;

No winter or crackers yet, why is Delhi air worsening already?

Meteorologists warn of increased haze due to low wind speeds and fog as Diwali approaches. The AQI is expected to worsen, prompting emergency measures.

What the fog? Delhiites react on X as visibility takes a dip in chilly Delhi NCR

As thick fog enveloped the capital, reducing visibility to zero and resulting in delays of 26 trains and over 100 flights, here's how Delhiites reacted

India Gate to Qutub Minar: Delhi's famous monuments disappear in smog

Can you spot India Gate &amp; Qutb Minar amidst the haze? With the alarmingly rising AQI , here’s a glimpse of how waking up in Delhi looks before and after smog

Why those early morning walks are a hazard for you

Data from the CPCB highlights this risk, showing that pollution levels — specifically PM2.5 concentrations — are at their worst during the early morning hours.

Recycling crop stubble is the simplest solution for Delhi’s annual smog problem

This article is authored by Shashi Kumar, co-founder &amp; CEO, Akshayakalpa Organic.

Noxious nightmare in Delhi

Offices and common people resorted to a series of desperate measures of their own to try and mitigate the impact

Sales of air purifiers, masks surge in Delhi amid ‘severe’ air pollution

<ul><li>Data from CPCB showed air pollution levels nearing 500 on the air quality index across several monitoring stations in Delhi.</li></ul>

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Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata among world's 10 most polluted cities

<ul><li>Mumbai and Kolkata joined New Delhi to become the world's top 10 most polluted cities after Diwali.</li></ul>

Air pollution vs fertility: Is the poor AQI affecting your reproductive health?

An increased level of air pollution has been associated with various gynecological issues. Fertility expert shares insight on smog affecting reproductive health

Delhi's air quality ‘poor’ ahead of Diwali, smog blanket envelops city| Pics

The air quality in the national capital continued to remain in the "poor" category on Saturday morning. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the city recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 260 at 9 am. A blanket of smog engulfed the city to make the situation worse.

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