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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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'40% Pollution Linked To Us': Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari's Confession
As Delhi chokes under toxic smog, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday acknowledged that the transport sector contributes significantly to pollution and stressed the urgent need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
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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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Animals Bear Brunt As Delhi Air Pollution Shows No Signs Of Abatement
As Delhi-NCR's toxic air sparks warnings for children, the elderly and those with respiratory illness, veterinarians and animal welfare groups are flagging a quieter crisis unfolding among pets and stray animals.
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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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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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3,746 Challaned, 61,000 PUCs Issued On Day 1 Of 'No PUC, No Fuel' In Delhi
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' directive came into force across the national capital on Thursday amid claims of strict enforcement
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50% Work From Home Or Face Action: Delhi Government's Mandate Amid Pollution Crisis
The minister also announced a compensation of Rs 10,000 for registered construction workers who have lost employment due to halted construction activities under GRAP restrictions.
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"China, India Know The Struggle": Offer Of Help As Delhi Battles AQI Crisis
As Delhi and swathes of northern India choke under a blanket of toxic smog the AQI in the national capital was 437 at 4 pm Tuesday and 370 8 am Wednesday the Chinese embassy posted a note on X to underline relative success in Beijing's AQI fight.
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"No Stubble Burning Now, Why Is Delhi Polluted?" Bhagwant Mann's Dig At BJP
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday questioned why there is a pollution crisis in the national capital despite no farm fires now.
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Delhi's Air Quality Improves Marginally, AQI 'Very Poor' At 378
The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall AQI stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Watch: Delhi Woman Living In Bengaluru Says She Wants To Move Parents Out Of "This Gas Chamber"
Delhi's air quality has been a major concern, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) worsening to the 'severe plus' category.
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Toxic Winter: Delhi's AQI Breaches 460, NCR Cities Gasp For Air
A thick toxic haze blanketed Delhi today morning, reducing visibility and disrupting flights and train schedules as the capital battled hazardous air quality.
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"Delhi NCR Is Cooked": User Lists 6 Reasons To Argue Why Delhi NCR No Longer Liveable, Internet Reacts
The user said that the number of deaths due to air pollution will be far higher in the Delhi NCR region.
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Delhi Sees Second-Worst December Day With Air Quality Index At 461
The AQI in Delhi climbed to 461 on Sunday and marked the city's most polluted day this winter and the second-worst December air quality day on record, as weak winds and low temperatures trapped pollutants close to the surface.
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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.
-
'40% Pollution Linked To Us': Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari's Confession
As Delhi chokes under toxic smog, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday acknowledged that the transport sector contributes significantly to pollution and stressed the urgent need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
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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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Animals Bear Brunt As Delhi Air Pollution Shows No Signs Of Abatement
As Delhi-NCR's toxic air sparks warnings for children, the elderly and those with respiratory illness, veterinarians and animal welfare groups are flagging a quieter crisis unfolding among pets and stray animals.
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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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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.
-
3,746 Challaned, 61,000 PUCs Issued On Day 1 Of 'No PUC, No Fuel' In Delhi
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' directive came into force across the national capital on Thursday amid claims of strict enforcement
-
50% Work From Home Or Face Action: Delhi Government's Mandate Amid Pollution Crisis
The minister also announced a compensation of Rs 10,000 for registered construction workers who have lost employment due to halted construction activities under GRAP restrictions.
-
"China, India Know The Struggle": Offer Of Help As Delhi Battles AQI Crisis
As Delhi and swathes of northern India choke under a blanket of toxic smog the AQI in the national capital was 437 at 4 pm Tuesday and 370 8 am Wednesday the Chinese embassy posted a note on X to underline relative success in Beijing's AQI fight.
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"No Stubble Burning Now, Why Is Delhi Polluted?" Bhagwant Mann's Dig At BJP
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday questioned why there is a pollution crisis in the national capital despite no farm fires now.
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Delhi's Air Quality Improves Marginally, AQI 'Very Poor' At 378
The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall AQI stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Watch: Delhi Woman Living In Bengaluru Says She Wants To Move Parents Out Of "This Gas Chamber"
Delhi's air quality has been a major concern, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) worsening to the 'severe plus' category.
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Toxic Winter: Delhi's AQI Breaches 460, NCR Cities Gasp For Air
A thick toxic haze blanketed Delhi today morning, reducing visibility and disrupting flights and train schedules as the capital battled hazardous air quality.
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"Delhi NCR Is Cooked": User Lists 6 Reasons To Argue Why Delhi NCR No Longer Liveable, Internet Reacts
The user said that the number of deaths due to air pollution will be far higher in the Delhi NCR region.
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Delhi Sees Second-Worst December Day With Air Quality Index At 461
The AQI in Delhi climbed to 461 on Sunday and marked the city's most polluted day this winter and the second-worst December air quality day on record, as weak winds and low temperatures trapped pollutants close to the surface.
