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Heatwaves And Smog: How The Combination Triggers Asthma, COPD And Breathlessness
Research shows that high temperatures can worsen air pollution, increase ground-level ozone, trap harmful particles in the air, and trigger breathing emergencies. People with existing lung diseases are among the most vulnerable.
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Delhi Among Most Polluted NCR Cities Despite 17% Drop In PM10: Study
The findings underline that pollution levels in the national capital are still more than three times higher than the national standard of 60 micrograms per cubic metre, pointing to persistent air quality challenges.
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Rain, Thunderstorms Hit Delhi Again As Wettest March In 3 Years Ends
As the month comes to an end, Delhi recorded its most polluted March in four years in 2026.
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Delhi Wasn't World's Most Polluted City Last Year, This Indian Town Was
At the country level, Pakistan ranked as the world's most polluted nation, followed by Bangladesh and Tajikistan.
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Delhi Was Most Polluted City In 2024-25, Patna Close Second: Study
Delhi was the most polluted city during 2024-25, recording the highest annual PM2.5 levels and extended periods of "severe" air quality in winter while Patna was the second-most polluted city, according to a new analysis by Climate Trends.
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Delhi Was 2nd Most Polluted City In January After Ghaziabad: Report
Delhi was the second most polluted city in the country in January after Ghaziabad, as it recorded a monthly average PM2.5 concentration of 169 micrograms per cubic metre.
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Delhi's Breathing Crisis: How Respiratory Disease Has Become A Major Killer
Data from the Delhi Statistical Handbook 2025, released on January 8 this year, shows that respiratory illness remains one of the city's most persistent long-term health burdens.
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44% Indian Cities Face Chronic Air Pollution, Only 4% Under National Clean Air Programme
The PM2.5 assessment for 2025 ranks Byrnihat (Assam), Delhi, and Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) as India's top three most polluted cities with annual concentrations of 100 g/m, 96 g/m, and 93 g/m, respectively.
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Sleeping Outside AIIMS, Patients, Relatives Battle Cold, Pollution And Rats
AIIMS Delhi, India's largest and most well-known government hospital, treats thousands of patients every day. Yet, just outside its gates, a grim reality unfolds every night.
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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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Pollution Worsens In Delhi, Air Quality 'Severe' In Most Parts
Air quality in Delhi deteriorated further on Tuesday evening, reaching an AQI of 372 and edging closer to the 'severe' mark, with more than 15 locations already in that category.
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Traffic, Not Stubble Burning, Keep Delhi Air 'Severe': Report
For most of October and November, Delhi pollution levels hovered between 'very poor' and 'severe', fuelled by a rising "toxic cocktail" of PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) emitted mainly from vehicles and other local sources.
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Pollution Worsens In Delhi, Air Quality 'Severe' In Most Areas
Delhi woke up to worsening air on Friday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 384 at 8:00 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Air Emergency: Delhi, Nearby Areas Gasped For Breath All Through November
India is battling for one of its most fundamental needs - clean air. In Delhi, residents have been protesting against toxic smog as the city's air quality has remained in the 'very poor' to 'severe' category for weeks.
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Zeenat Aman Tells NDTV On Delhi AQI: 'World's Most Polluted Cities In India, What A Tragic Badge To Wear'
She shed light on Delhi's climatic changes as she arrived in the capital for the screening of her docu-seriesEmbers of Hope: The Fight for Our Future
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Heatwaves And Smog: How The Combination Triggers Asthma, COPD And Breathlessness
Research shows that high temperatures can worsen air pollution, increase ground-level ozone, trap harmful particles in the air, and trigger breathing emergencies. People with existing lung diseases are among the most vulnerable.
-
Delhi Among Most Polluted NCR Cities Despite 17% Drop In PM10: Study
The findings underline that pollution levels in the national capital are still more than three times higher than the national standard of 60 micrograms per cubic metre, pointing to persistent air quality challenges.
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Rain, Thunderstorms Hit Delhi Again As Wettest March In 3 Years Ends
As the month comes to an end, Delhi recorded its most polluted March in four years in 2026.
-
Delhi Wasn't World's Most Polluted City Last Year, This Indian Town Was
At the country level, Pakistan ranked as the world's most polluted nation, followed by Bangladesh and Tajikistan.
-
Delhi Was Most Polluted City In 2024-25, Patna Close Second: Study
Delhi was the most polluted city during 2024-25, recording the highest annual PM2.5 levels and extended periods of "severe" air quality in winter while Patna was the second-most polluted city, according to a new analysis by Climate Trends.
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Delhi Was 2nd Most Polluted City In January After Ghaziabad: Report
Delhi was the second most polluted city in the country in January after Ghaziabad, as it recorded a monthly average PM2.5 concentration of 169 micrograms per cubic metre.
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Delhi's Breathing Crisis: How Respiratory Disease Has Become A Major Killer
Data from the Delhi Statistical Handbook 2025, released on January 8 this year, shows that respiratory illness remains one of the city's most persistent long-term health burdens.
-
44% Indian Cities Face Chronic Air Pollution, Only 4% Under National Clean Air Programme
The PM2.5 assessment for 2025 ranks Byrnihat (Assam), Delhi, and Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) as India's top three most polluted cities with annual concentrations of 100 g/m, 96 g/m, and 93 g/m, respectively.
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Sleeping Outside AIIMS, Patients, Relatives Battle Cold, Pollution And Rats
AIIMS Delhi, India's largest and most well-known government hospital, treats thousands of patients every day. Yet, just outside its gates, a grim reality unfolds every night.
-
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.
-
Pollution Worsens In Delhi, Air Quality 'Severe' In Most Parts
Air quality in Delhi deteriorated further on Tuesday evening, reaching an AQI of 372 and edging closer to the 'severe' mark, with more than 15 locations already in that category.
-
Traffic, Not Stubble Burning, Keep Delhi Air 'Severe': Report
For most of October and November, Delhi pollution levels hovered between 'very poor' and 'severe', fuelled by a rising "toxic cocktail" of PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) emitted mainly from vehicles and other local sources.
-
Pollution Worsens In Delhi, Air Quality 'Severe' In Most Areas
Delhi woke up to worsening air on Friday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 384 at 8:00 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Air Emergency: Delhi, Nearby Areas Gasped For Breath All Through November
India is battling for one of its most fundamental needs - clean air. In Delhi, residents have been protesting against toxic smog as the city's air quality has remained in the 'very poor' to 'severe' category for weeks.
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Zeenat Aman Tells NDTV On Delhi AQI: 'World's Most Polluted Cities In India, What A Tragic Badge To Wear'
She shed light on Delhi's climatic changes as she arrived in the capital for the screening of her docu-seriesEmbers of Hope: The Fight for Our Future
