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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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India's Contaminated Water Crisis Goes Beyond Indore, 7 Cities Affected So Far; See Timeline, Causes And Updates
Contaminated water can lead to major health issues, from diarrhoea and typhoid to several neurological conditions like Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Read on to know more about cities that have reported contaminated water crises and precautions you should
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65% Of Delhi's Air Pollution In 2025 Came From Nearby Areas: Study
As much as 65 per cent of Delhi's air pollution in 2025 originated from outside the city, mainly from other NCR districts, while local sources accounted for the remaining 35 per cent, a study said.
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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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"Wall-To-Wall" Paving, Mist Sprayers: Inside Delhi's Plan To Curb Pollution
As Delhi continues to choke under "very poor" and "severe" air quality, the city government on Tuesday announced a dual action plan to tackle two major pollution sources: dust from broken roads and vehicular emissions.
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Dense Smog Returns To Delhi, Air Quality Turns 'Severe', Flight, Train Ops Hit
The national capital, Delhi, once again woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 402, falling under the 'severe' category at 7 am.
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Indian Man's Comparison Of Middle-Class Life In Canada Versus India Triggers Debate
In the Instagram clip, Vishal showcases his daily life and contrasts it with what he says is the harsh reality of life in Indian cities.
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Watch: Gurugram Society Uses Rooftop Sprinklers To Create Artificial Rain Amid Pollution Crisis
The residential complex, identified as Central Park Resorts in Sector 48, uses rooftop-mounted sprinklers to spray a fine mist of water into the air.
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Delhi Plans To Revive Real-Time Pollution Study With Focus On PM10 Sources
The Delhi government is planning to revive its stalled real-time source apportionment study, nearly two years after it was discontinued, with a renewed focus on identifying contributors to PM10 pollution rather than PM2.5, officials said.
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Centre Opposes GST Cut On Air Purifiers, Says 'Pandora's Box Will Open'
The government on Friday opposed tax relief for air purifiers - a plea made to the Delhi High Court citing the horrid toxic smog that has blanketed the city over the past few weeks.
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Delhi Sees Respite From Air Pollution As AQI Records 220
Delhi saw a brief respite from elevated pollution levels on Thursday morning, with the air quality index (AQI) recorded at 220 in the 'poor' category.
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Watch: American Woman Living In India Reveals How Her Family Survives Delhi Pollution
American woman Kristen Fischer, currently living in Delhi, uses air purifiers to maintain clean indoor air during the city's high-pollution winter months.
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Strict Pollution Curbs Under GRAP-4 Lifted In Delhi As Air Quality Improves
Delhi has removed GRAP-4 conditions on controlling air pollution a week after imposing it due to the worsening situation
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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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"Come Up With Suggestions": Bombay Court To Civic Officials On Pollution
The Bombay High Court pulled up the civic authorities and the pollution control board, saying that while it was not against development or halting construction activities in the city, it only sought strict compliance with norms to curb air pollution.
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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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India's Contaminated Water Crisis Goes Beyond Indore, 7 Cities Affected So Far; See Timeline, Causes And Updates
Contaminated water can lead to major health issues, from diarrhoea and typhoid to several neurological conditions like Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Read on to know more about cities that have reported contaminated water crises and precautions you should
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65% Of Delhi's Air Pollution In 2025 Came From Nearby Areas: Study
As much as 65 per cent of Delhi's air pollution in 2025 originated from outside the city, mainly from other NCR districts, while local sources accounted for the remaining 35 per cent, a study said.
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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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"Wall-To-Wall" Paving, Mist Sprayers: Inside Delhi's Plan To Curb Pollution
As Delhi continues to choke under "very poor" and "severe" air quality, the city government on Tuesday announced a dual action plan to tackle two major pollution sources: dust from broken roads and vehicular emissions.
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Dense Smog Returns To Delhi, Air Quality Turns 'Severe', Flight, Train Ops Hit
The national capital, Delhi, once again woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 402, falling under the 'severe' category at 7 am.
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Indian Man's Comparison Of Middle-Class Life In Canada Versus India Triggers Debate
In the Instagram clip, Vishal showcases his daily life and contrasts it with what he says is the harsh reality of life in Indian cities.
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Watch: Gurugram Society Uses Rooftop Sprinklers To Create Artificial Rain Amid Pollution Crisis
The residential complex, identified as Central Park Resorts in Sector 48, uses rooftop-mounted sprinklers to spray a fine mist of water into the air.
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Delhi Plans To Revive Real-Time Pollution Study With Focus On PM10 Sources
The Delhi government is planning to revive its stalled real-time source apportionment study, nearly two years after it was discontinued, with a renewed focus on identifying contributors to PM10 pollution rather than PM2.5, officials said.
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Centre Opposes GST Cut On Air Purifiers, Says 'Pandora's Box Will Open'
The government on Friday opposed tax relief for air purifiers - a plea made to the Delhi High Court citing the horrid toxic smog that has blanketed the city over the past few weeks.
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Delhi Sees Respite From Air Pollution As AQI Records 220
Delhi saw a brief respite from elevated pollution levels on Thursday morning, with the air quality index (AQI) recorded at 220 in the 'poor' category.
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Watch: American Woman Living In India Reveals How Her Family Survives Delhi Pollution
American woman Kristen Fischer, currently living in Delhi, uses air purifiers to maintain clean indoor air during the city's high-pollution winter months.
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Strict Pollution Curbs Under GRAP-4 Lifted In Delhi As Air Quality Improves
Delhi has removed GRAP-4 conditions on controlling air pollution a week after imposing it due to the worsening situation
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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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"Come Up With Suggestions": Bombay Court To Civic Officials On Pollution
The Bombay High Court pulled up the civic authorities and the pollution control board, saying that while it was not against development or halting construction activities in the city, it only sought strict compliance with norms to curb air pollution.
