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"Provide Clean Air Or...": Delhi High Court's GST And Air Purifier Demand
'Either provide citizens with fresh air or reduce GST on air purifiers' - the Delhi High Court handed down this ultimatum to the government Wednesday, as the national capital and surrounding regions continue to choke under a blanket of toxic smog.
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Smog Engulfs Delhi-NCR As Air Quality Prevails In 'Very Poor'
A thick blanket of toxic smog engulfed the national capital on Wednesday morning, pushing air pollution levels into the "very poor" category.
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Delhi Air Quality In 'Severe' Category, AQI Crosses 400 At Several Locations
The air quality forecast failed as Delhi's AQI slipped into the 'severe' category above 400, with the national capital and neighbouring Noida recording the worst air quality in the country.
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The Hidden Polluters Threatening Noida's Elite Neighbourhoods
Despite the strictest anti-pollution curbs, there are at least 12 illegal RMC plants, stretching from Sector 94 to 135 along the Yamuna Khadar.
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Thick Smog Engulfs Delhi, Air Quality Turns 'Severe' Again
Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded 'hazardous' on Tuesday morning, significantly impairing visibility and affecting residents. The AQI reading soared to 413 at around 8 am.
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Toxic Haze Hangs Over Delhi As 12 Stations Log 'Severe' Air Quality
A thick grey haze hung over the capital on Monday while the air quality settled in the 'very poor' category, with the 24-hour average AQI recorded at 373.
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Gurugram Changes Office Hours Amid Poor Air Quality, Check New Timings
In the directive, Gurugram Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar asked private offices to continue the work-from-home arrangement until air quality improves and further orders are issued.
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Delhi Struggles With Very Poor Air Quality, Dense Smog Reduces Visibility
The national capital continued to reel under heavy smog on Monday morning, with air quality levels remaining in the "very poor" category and several areas slipping into "severe" pollution levels.
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Delhi AQI 'Severe' At 16 Places, Overall Reading In 'Poor' Category
The air quality in the national capital was recorded in the 'very poor' category on Sunday morning with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 377, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Dense Fog In Delhi, Air Quality Edges Close To 'Severe' Category
Air pollution levels in the national capital deteriorated sharply on Sunday, edging dangerously close to the "severe" category as dense smog, plunging temperatures, and thick fog blanketed large swathes of northern India.
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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Over 100 Flights Cancelled, 50 Trains Delayed
The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'very poor' category.
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Battle For Breath: Mumbai's Elite Enclave Turns Pollution Hotspot
Air quality in and around Bhakti Park and Wadala Truck Terminal (TT) has plummeted in recent weeks, with AQI levels soaring beyond 300 - classified as "severe".
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No Conclusive Data Linking Higher AQI To Lung Diseases: Centre
There is no conclusive data establishing a direct correlation between higher air quality index (AQI) levels and lung diseases, the government has told Parliament.
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"Leaving Delhi After 13 Years": Man Blames City's Pollution For Developing Asthma
His post quickly became popular among people who have experienced similar health and safety concerns while living in Delhi.
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As Delhi Chokes, MPs Scrap Air Crisis Debate Over Bad 'Atmosphere': Sources
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
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"Provide Clean Air Or...": Delhi High Court's GST And Air Purifier Demand
'Either provide citizens with fresh air or reduce GST on air purifiers' - the Delhi High Court handed down this ultimatum to the government Wednesday, as the national capital and surrounding regions continue to choke under a blanket of toxic smog.
-
Smog Engulfs Delhi-NCR As Air Quality Prevails In 'Very Poor'
A thick blanket of toxic smog engulfed the national capital on Wednesday morning, pushing air pollution levels into the "very poor" category.
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Delhi Air Quality In 'Severe' Category, AQI Crosses 400 At Several Locations
The air quality forecast failed as Delhi's AQI slipped into the 'severe' category above 400, with the national capital and neighbouring Noida recording the worst air quality in the country.
-
The Hidden Polluters Threatening Noida's Elite Neighbourhoods
Despite the strictest anti-pollution curbs, there are at least 12 illegal RMC plants, stretching from Sector 94 to 135 along the Yamuna Khadar.
-
Thick Smog Engulfs Delhi, Air Quality Turns 'Severe' Again
Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded 'hazardous' on Tuesday morning, significantly impairing visibility and affecting residents. The AQI reading soared to 413 at around 8 am.
-
Toxic Haze Hangs Over Delhi As 12 Stations Log 'Severe' Air Quality
A thick grey haze hung over the capital on Monday while the air quality settled in the 'very poor' category, with the 24-hour average AQI recorded at 373.
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Gurugram Changes Office Hours Amid Poor Air Quality, Check New Timings
In the directive, Gurugram Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar asked private offices to continue the work-from-home arrangement until air quality improves and further orders are issued.
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Delhi Struggles With Very Poor Air Quality, Dense Smog Reduces Visibility
The national capital continued to reel under heavy smog on Monday morning, with air quality levels remaining in the "very poor" category and several areas slipping into "severe" pollution levels.
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Delhi AQI 'Severe' At 16 Places, Overall Reading In 'Poor' Category
The air quality in the national capital was recorded in the 'very poor' category on Sunday morning with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 377, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Dense Fog In Delhi, Air Quality Edges Close To 'Severe' Category
Air pollution levels in the national capital deteriorated sharply on Sunday, edging dangerously close to the "severe" category as dense smog, plunging temperatures, and thick fog blanketed large swathes of northern India.
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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Over 100 Flights Cancelled, 50 Trains Delayed
The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'very poor' category.
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Battle For Breath: Mumbai's Elite Enclave Turns Pollution Hotspot
Air quality in and around Bhakti Park and Wadala Truck Terminal (TT) has plummeted in recent weeks, with AQI levels soaring beyond 300 - classified as "severe".
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No Conclusive Data Linking Higher AQI To Lung Diseases: Centre
There is no conclusive data establishing a direct correlation between higher air quality index (AQI) levels and lung diseases, the government has told Parliament.
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"Leaving Delhi After 13 Years": Man Blames City's Pollution For Developing Asthma
His post quickly became popular among people who have experienced similar health and safety concerns while living in Delhi.
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As Delhi Chokes, MPs Scrap Air Crisis Debate Over Bad 'Atmosphere': Sources
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
