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Study: Men walking on roads inhaling highest toxic air levels

Published on Dec 21, 2025 22:44 IST

Rashtrapati Bhavan shrouded in dense winter fog on Sunday morning. (Sanjeev Verma/HT Photo)

Making a living in Delhi’s toxic air

Vijay Chowk shrouded in dense winter fog on Sunday morning. (Sanjeev Verma/HT Photo)

Published on Dec 21, 2025 21:46 IST

Mumbai man's AQI experiment highlights importance of N95 masks amid pollution

The video, captioned “N95 masks do work,” has garnered over 2 million views.

Published on Dec 21, 2025 15:47 IST

Severe air returns to Delhi; govt flags Grap-4 violations

Over half of the city’s air monitoring stations recorded severe air, while forecasts warn poor to severe conditions through midweek. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Published on Dec 20, 2025 22:42 IST

Illegal stone quarrying: J&K Police register FIR in Khanpora landslide incident

The J&K Police registered a case in Baramulla after a landslide due to illegal stone quarrying which has led to deterioration of the environment and posed serious threats to lives of people. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)

chandigarh news

Published on Dec 20, 2025 21:56 IST

Delhi makes PUC certificate mandatory amid pollution: Here is how to get one

Delhi environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said that vehicles without a PUC certificate will not be be provided fuel at petrol pumps.

Published on Dec 20, 2025 14:16 IST

Delhi-NCR tops worst-air list, Noida leads way

A blanket of fog, coupled with pollution,engulfs the capital region on Friday. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Published on Dec 20, 2025 24:22 IST

'Strict measures must': Centre gives air ultimatum to Delhi authorities

A man covers his face as he navigates through fog and pollution in Dwarka.

Updated on Dec 19, 2025 23:42 IST

Despite ban, construction goes on unabated in Delhi

Spot checks by HT found construction ongoing at multiple sites across the city. (Raj K raj/HT Photo)

Published on Dec 19, 2025 22:32 IST

Ensure visibly better air in Delhi-NCR within a week, minister tells authorities

A morning commuter wears a mask during commute. (Vipin Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 20, 2025 04:43 IST

Govt denying information in Parliament on deaths due to air pollution: Surjewala

"The country needs clean air, honest data, and an accountable government," Randeep Surjewala said

Published on Dec 19, 2025 16:00 IST

Delhi to install air purifiers in 10,000 classrooms amid deteriorating pollution

Schoolchildren head to school amid the first winter fog engulfing the capital in Dwarka, New Delhi, on Monday, December 15, 2025

Published on Dec 19, 2025 15:34 IST

Air purifiers to be installed in 10,000 classrooms in first phase: Delhi Education Minister

Air purifiers to be installed in 10,000 classrooms in first phase: Delhi Education Minister

Published on Dec 19, 2025 10:25 IST

Air quality in Delhi this year is so far worst since 2018

A dense layer of smog engulfs Anand Vihar Road in New Delhi on Thursday (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Dec 18, 2025 23:45 IST

BJP, AAP trade barbs over Delhi pollution

Severe pollution at Anand Vihar. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Published on Dec 18, 2025 21:46 IST

SP leader says ‘burning bodies causing pollution’, invites BJP's sharp attack

File photo of SP leader RK Chaudhary and BJP leader Giriraj Singh.

Published on Dec 18, 2025 17:21 IST

Dehradun air quality slips to ‘poor’ as AQI touches 294, PM2.5 dominant pollutant

Dehradun recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 294. (Representative photo)

Published on Dec 18, 2025 12:09 IST

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

Dense fog and poor air quality disrupted visibility and delayed trains, prompting advisories from airports and authorities. (HT photo)

Published on Dec 18, 2025 06:03 IST

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

The average Delhi AQI stood at 358 at 8 am on Thursday, falling in the 'very poor' category

Published on Dec 18, 2025 04:20 IST

Will classes switch to hybrid mode for up to class 5? What Supreme Court said

The Supreme Court emphasized that any future models should be determined by policymakers, not the judiciary. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)

Published on Dec 18, 2025 04:05 IST

Delhi announces ₹10,000 compensation to construction workers affected by curbs

Construction workers were impacted by the suspension of work under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Dec 18, 2025 02:20 IST

WFH, no-fuel rule: List of Delhi govt's anti-pollution curbs enforced today

Morning Smog seen at Kartavya Path , GRAP Stage IV implemented in Delhi/NCR in view of severe AQI, in New Delhi,

Updated on Dec 18, 2025 08:09 IST

Delhi anti-pollution rules: Who is exempt from the latest curbs?

Several anti-pollution curbs such as work from home and mandatory PUC certificates will come into effect from Thursday onwards in Delhi and NCR. However, despite the strict measures under GRAP-4, certain exemptions are in place.

Updated on Dec 18, 2025 09:04 IST

Delhi to deploy 32 high-capacity machines to clean Yamuna drains

The initiative focuses on intercepting pollution at its source through large-scale mechanical desilting and the removal of sludge, solid waste and aquatic weeds from major drains before they discharge into the Yamuna. (ANI)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 23:26 IST

Dermatologist explains how air and water pollution affect your hair and skin

Winter pollution increases risks to skin and hair, causing dryness and inflammation, according to doctors.

Published on Dec 17, 2025 15:22 IST

Beijing shares step-by-step guide for New Delhi on air tackling pollution

The Chinese embassy spokesperson suggesting removing or shutting down more than 3,000 heavy industries.

Published on Dec 17, 2025 11:59 IST

WFH, no fuel rule: Full list of anti-pollution curbs in Delhi from today

Vehicles commute through the Akshardham area covered with smog as the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches the 'severe' category at 410 according to the Central Pollution Control Board, with GRAP 4 invoked, in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Updated on Dec 18, 2025 24:52 IST

Orthopaedic surgeon says ‘pollution affects more than lungs’ in polluted cities

Dr Vora offers tips to combat air pollution for better lung and bone health.

Published on Dec 17, 2025 07:53 IST

Delhi AQI remains in ‘very poor’ category. Check area-wise list

Delhi's AQI worsened significantly, with levels reaching 378 in Bawana and various areas falling into very poor categories.

Updated on Dec 17, 2025 05:16 IST

Only BS-6 vehicles can enter Delhi if GRAP 3, 4 in effect

In effect, the new orders on Tuesday represent an incremental effort in tackling the sheets of poisonous air that regularly blanket the Capital every winter, jeopardising the lives of its 25 million residents, causing untold health impairments, and harming India’s global reputation. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)

Updated on Dec 16, 2025 23:25 IST

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