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pollution

Delhi-NCR could see electric-only car registrations from 2030

The panel has proposed an immediate phase-out of BS-I, BS-II and BS-III vehicles in Delhi-NCR. It is also examining a five-year window to remove BS-IV vehicles from the region. (AI-generated representative image)
Published on Feb 05, 2026 11:27 am IST

High nitrogen dioxide levels choked Delhi's January air at many stations: Study

High nitrogen dioxide levels choked Delhi's January air at many stations: Study
Published on Feb 04, 2026 06:58 pm IST

Thick fog engulfs Delhi-NCR as air quality turns 'very poor', AQI stands at 312

The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was 312 at approximately 7 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category. (Praful Gangurde/HT Photo/For representation)
Published on Feb 04, 2026 10:45 am IST

Why Mumbai looks hazy even when air quality is ‘moderate’

Mumbai, India - Jan. 30, 2026:Heavy smog seen over city skyline at Marine drives in Mumbai, India, on Friday, January 30, 2026. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times) (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Jan 31, 2026 07:58 am IST

Sarfaraz forced to wear mask during Ranji match due to rising pollution

Sarfaraz Khan, left, wears a mask while fielding on the first day of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match against Delhi.
Updated on Jan 30, 2026 08:32 am IST