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Delhi Records 'Very Poor' Air Quality, Mumbai Sees Unusual Rain On New Year
Indias two biggest cities witnessed contrasting weather as 2026 began, with Delhi shrouded in smog and Mumbai recording early morning rainfall.
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Heavy Fog In North India, Delhi: How It Affects Your Health And What to Do
Dense fog in Delhi-NCR and North India during winter, often coupled with severe air pollution, reduces visibility dramatically and poses health risks.
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Delivery Workers' Strike: Survey Highlights Low Wages, Other Challenges
Delivery workers are nothing short of a godsend for many in India's cities. They zip through heavy traffic, pollution, and harsh weather to bring hot food and groceries to consumers. But behind the wheel, they fight a silent battle for survival.
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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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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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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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Viral Video Shows Massive Traffic Jam Near Rohtang Pass, Internet Speculates Why
A viral video showing a traffic jam near a popular tourist spot in Himachal Pradesh has sparked a discussion about people fleeing air pollution in North India.
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Delhi Pollution Worsens, Air Quality Turns Severe, Thick Smog Covers City
Delhi Air Pollution: All 40 monitoring stations in Delhi show 'red', meaning AQI in the 'severe' category. Rohini in North West Delhi recorded AQI of 499, followed by Jahangirpuri and Vivek Vihar reporting AQI at 495.
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Heavy Smog Grips Delhi As Air Quality Nears 'Severe,' Airport Issues Advisory
Residents of Delhi woke up to smog on Saturday, with the air quality nearing the 'severe' category. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 390, which falls under the "very poor" categor
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6 Indian Ingredients That Help Soothe Throat And Chest During Smog Season
If you are tired of cold and cough in this smog season, here are some pantry staples that can come to your rescue.
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High Levels Of Salt In Delhi Groundwater: 4 Ways Water Pollution Impacts Your Health
The situation has become more alarming after recent reports of heavy salinity in NCR's groundwater and severe faecal contamination in Delhi's water supply lines surfaced.
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Best Air Purifiers Under Rs. 20,000: 5 Things to Check Before You Buy
With the rise in air pollution levels in India, heavy particulate matter and toxic gases can make their way inside your home, entering the air you breathe and posing a long-term health hazard. In such situations, an air purifier is a crucial smart home appliance to own, to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones. There are several factors...
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Throat Feeling Itchy Due To Poor Air Quality? Try These Desi Hacks
For healthy adults, a sore or scratchy throat after a heavy air-pollution day is usually temporary and improves in days with reduced exposure and simple self-care. Here are some easy hacks.
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Delhi Plans Artificial Rain As Air Quality Worsens After Diwali Fireworks
Delhi residents woke up on Tuesday to heavy grey haze, reduced visibility and worsened air quality, partly due to the use of firecrackers during Diwali.
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Breathing Issues, Irritation In Eyes: Delhi Complains As Air Quality Dips
A day after Diwali, Delhi woke up to thick and heavy layer of smog as the air quality deteriorated to the 'Very Poor' category on Tuesday morning, with most of the monitoring stations marked in the 'Red Zone' of pollution.
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Delhi Records 'Very Poor' Air Quality, Mumbai Sees Unusual Rain On New Year
Indias two biggest cities witnessed contrasting weather as 2026 began, with Delhi shrouded in smog and Mumbai recording early morning rainfall.
-
Heavy Fog In North India, Delhi: How It Affects Your Health And What to Do
Dense fog in Delhi-NCR and North India during winter, often coupled with severe air pollution, reduces visibility dramatically and poses health risks.
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Delivery Workers' Strike: Survey Highlights Low Wages, Other Challenges
Delivery workers are nothing short of a godsend for many in India's cities. They zip through heavy traffic, pollution, and harsh weather to bring hot food and groceries to consumers. But behind the wheel, they fight a silent battle for survival.
-
'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.
-
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.
-
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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Viral Video Shows Massive Traffic Jam Near Rohtang Pass, Internet Speculates Why
A viral video showing a traffic jam near a popular tourist spot in Himachal Pradesh has sparked a discussion about people fleeing air pollution in North India.
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Delhi Pollution Worsens, Air Quality Turns Severe, Thick Smog Covers City
Delhi Air Pollution: All 40 monitoring stations in Delhi show 'red', meaning AQI in the 'severe' category. Rohini in North West Delhi recorded AQI of 499, followed by Jahangirpuri and Vivek Vihar reporting AQI at 495.
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Heavy Smog Grips Delhi As Air Quality Nears 'Severe,' Airport Issues Advisory
Residents of Delhi woke up to smog on Saturday, with the air quality nearing the 'severe' category. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 390, which falls under the "very poor" categor
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6 Indian Ingredients That Help Soothe Throat And Chest During Smog Season
If you are tired of cold and cough in this smog season, here are some pantry staples that can come to your rescue.
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High Levels Of Salt In Delhi Groundwater: 4 Ways Water Pollution Impacts Your Health
The situation has become more alarming after recent reports of heavy salinity in NCR's groundwater and severe faecal contamination in Delhi's water supply lines surfaced.
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Best Air Purifiers Under Rs. 20,000: 5 Things to Check Before You Buy
With the rise in air pollution levels in India, heavy particulate matter and toxic gases can make their way inside your home, entering the air you breathe and posing a long-term health hazard. In such situations, an air purifier is a crucial smart home appliance to own, to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones. There are several factors...
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Throat Feeling Itchy Due To Poor Air Quality? Try These Desi Hacks
For healthy adults, a sore or scratchy throat after a heavy air-pollution day is usually temporary and improves in days with reduced exposure and simple self-care. Here are some easy hacks.
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Delhi Plans Artificial Rain As Air Quality Worsens After Diwali Fireworks
Delhi residents woke up on Tuesday to heavy grey haze, reduced visibility and worsened air quality, partly due to the use of firecrackers during Diwali.
-
Breathing Issues, Irritation In Eyes: Delhi Complains As Air Quality Dips
A day after Diwali, Delhi woke up to thick and heavy layer of smog as the air quality deteriorated to the 'Very Poor' category on Tuesday morning, with most of the monitoring stations marked in the 'Red Zone' of pollution.
