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Delhi Pollution Crisis 2025: Supreme Court Warns Masks Not Enough as AQI Hits Severe Levels

Delhi woke up to another morning covered in thick smog, with air quality remaining in the ‘severe’ category for the third consecutive day. The Supreme Court expressed deep concern over the worsening air pollution and advised senior lawyers to attend hearings virtually, stressing that wearing masks alone would not provide sufficient protection against the toxic air. Justice PS Narsimha questioned why lawyers were appearing in person despite the availability of virtual hearing fac

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13 Nov 2025 09:49 AM 309 views

Delhi Pollution Crisis 2025: Supreme Court Warns Masks Not Enough as AQI Hits Severe Levels

Delhi woke up to another morning covered in thick smog, with air quality remaining in the ‘severe’ category for the third consecutive day. The Supreme Court expressed deep concern over the worsening air pollution and advised senior lawyers to attend hearings virtually, stressing that wearing masks alone would not provide sufficient protection against the toxic air. Justice PS Narsimha questioned why lawyers were appearing in person despite the availability of virtual hearing fac

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Delhi Reimposes Strict Pollution Curbs as AQI Nears 'Severe+' Category

Delhi is facing a pollution crisis as dense fog and an air quality index (AQI) dangerously close to the ‘severe’ category prompt the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to reintroduce stricter pollution measures under GRAP-3 and GRAP-4. These measures were only revoked recently, with the AQI at 396 at 6 pm and expected to exceed the 400 mark. In response to the deteriorating air quality and in compliance with Supreme Court orders, the CAQM has immediately enforc

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15 Jan 2025 11:13 AM 937 views

Delhi Reimposes Strict Pollution Curbs as AQI Nears 'Severe+' Category

Delhi is facing a pollution crisis as dense fog and an air quality index (AQI) dangerously close to the ‘severe’ category prompt the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to reintroduce stricter pollution measures under GRAP-3 and GRAP-4. These measures were only revoked recently, with the AQI at 396 at 6 pm and expected to exceed the 400 mark. In response to the deteriorating air quality and in compliance with Supreme Court orders, the CAQM has immediately enforc

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Dense Fog and Pollution Disrupt Delhi-NCR Travel

Dense fog enveloped parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) this morning, significantly reducing visibility and resulting in disruptions to travel. More than 150 flights were delayed, with an average delay of 41 minutes, as reported by aviation website FlightRadar24. Additionally, around 26 trains were delayed or cancelled due to the thick fog. The Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) confirmed that departures were impacted but assured travelers that CAT III-compliant fligh

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10 Jan 2025 02:31 AM 1.49k views

Dense Fog and Pollution Disrupt Delhi-NCR Travel

Dense fog enveloped parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) this morning, significantly reducing visibility and resulting in disruptions to travel. More than 150 flights were delayed, with an average delay of 41 minutes, as reported by aviation website FlightRadar24. Additionally, around 26 trains were delayed or cancelled due to the thick fog. The Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) confirmed that departures were impacted but assured travelers that CAT III-compliant fligh

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Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

In response to improved air quality in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has eased pollution curbs. The CAQM announced the revocation of Stage-4 and Stage-3 measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the entire NCR, effective immediately. This decision comes after the Supreme Court allowed the relaxation, following consistent improvement in the air quality index (AQI) since November 29, with AQI levels falling below 300. Howev

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05 Dec 2024 11:24 AM 1.14k views

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

In response to improved air quality in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has eased pollution curbs. The CAQM announced the revocation of Stage-4 and Stage-3 measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the entire NCR, effective immediately. This decision comes after the Supreme Court allowed the relaxation, following consistent improvement in the air quality index (AQI) since November 29, with AQI levels falling below 300. Howev

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Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

The Supreme Court of India today expressed grave concern over the alarming pollution levels blanketing northern India, as Punjab reported the highest number of farm fires this season, with nearly 1,000 fires detected in just one day. This came on the same day that the court scrutinized Delhi's air pollution, which had reached unprecedented levels. Hiren Jethva, an aerosol remote sensing scientist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, pointed out that the data collected betw

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18 Nov 2024 22:40 PM 1.44k views

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

The Supreme Court of India today expressed grave concern over the alarming pollution levels blanketing northern India, as Punjab reported the highest number of farm fires this season, with nearly 1,000 fires detected in just one day. This came on the same day that the court scrutinized Delhi's air pollution, which had reached unprecedented levels. Hiren Jethva, an aerosol remote sensing scientist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, pointed out that the data collected betw

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"Pollution Crisis in Delhi: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali"

The alarming levels of pollution in Delhi have reached a crisis point, particularly highlighted by the aftermath of Diwali, when the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to a staggering 999 in several areas of the city and the National Capital Region (NCR). A survey conducted by LocalCircles, which garnered over 21,000 responses from residents across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad, revealed that 69% of families report at least one member experiencing health issues related to pollu

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01 Nov 2024 17:52 PM 1.33k views

"Pollution Crisis in Delhi: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali"

The alarming levels of pollution in Delhi have reached a crisis point, particularly highlighted by the aftermath of Diwali, when the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to a staggering 999 in several areas of the city and the National Capital Region (NCR). A survey conducted by LocalCircles, which garnered over 21,000 responses from residents across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad, revealed that 69% of families report at least one member experiencing health issues related to pollu

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Supreme Court's Warning Spurs Action Against Stubble Burning in Punjab and Haryana

In response to a stern warning from the Supreme Court, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has taken decisive action to combat air pollution in Delhi by establishing 'flying squads' to monitor and prevent stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana. These squads will coordinate with state anti-pollution agencies, focusing on 16 districts in Punjab and 10 in Haryana, particularly ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. During a recent hearing, Supreme Court Justices

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01 Oct 2024 11:00 AM 967 views

Supreme Court's Warning Spurs Action Against Stubble Burning in Punjab and Haryana

In response to a stern warning from the Supreme Court, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has taken decisive action to combat air pollution in Delhi by establishing 'flying squads' to monitor and prevent stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana. These squads will coordinate with state anti-pollution agencies, focusing on 16 districts in Punjab and 10 in Haryana, particularly ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. During a recent hearing, Supreme Court Justices

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Delhi Government to Combat Stubble Burning with Free Bio-Decomposer Spraying on 5,000 Acres

The Delhi government is intensifying its efforts to address stubble burning, a major contributor to winter pollution in the capital, by launching a significant initiative to spray bio-decomposer across 5,000 acres of farmland. This initiative, announced by Delhi Development Minister Gopal Rai, aims to curb pollution and enhance sustainable farming practices. Currently, 841 farmers have registered for th

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11 Sep 2024 12:17 PM 1.12k views

Delhi Government to Combat Stubble Burning with Free Bio-Decomposer Spraying on 5,000 Acres

The Delhi government is intensifying its efforts to address stubble burning, a major contributor to winter pollution in the capital, by launching a significant initiative to spray bio-decomposer across 5,000 acres of farmland. This initiative, announced by Delhi Development Minister Gopal Rai, aims to curb pollution and enhance sustainable farming practices. Currently, 841 farmers have registered for th

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Delhi Pollution Crisis 2025: Supreme Court Warns Masks Not Enough as AQI Hits Severe Levels

Delhi Pollution Crisis 2025: Supreme Court Warns Masks Not Enough as AQI Hits Severe Levels

Delhi Reimposes Strict Pollution Curbs as AQI Nears 'Severe+' Category

Delhi Reimposes Strict Pollution Curbs as AQI Nears 'Severe+' Category

Dense Fog and Pollution Disrupt Delhi-NCR Travel

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Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

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Delhi Pollution Crisis 2025: Supreme Court Warns Masks Not Enough as AQI Hits Severe Levels

Delhi Pollution Crisis 2025: Supreme Court Warns Masks Not Enough as AQI Hits Severe Levels

Delhi Reimposes Strict Pollution Curbs as AQI Nears 'Severe+' Category

Delhi Reimposes Strict Pollution Curbs as AQI Nears 'Severe+' Category

Dense Fog and Pollution Disrupt Delhi-NCR Travel

Dense Fog and Pollution Disrupt Delhi-NCR Travel

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

"Pollution Crisis in Delhi: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali"

"Pollution Crisis in Delhi: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali"

Supreme Court's Warning Spurs Action Against Stubble Burning in Punjab and Haryana

Supreme Court's Warning Spurs Action Against Stubble Burning in Punjab and Haryana

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