Delhi's air quality has deteriorated further, with the AQI rising to 387 and remaining in the very poor category for the fifth consecutive day. More than 25 monitoring stations have recorded severe readings above 400. Meanwhile, Punjab has reported 2,347 stubble burning cases, with Taran Taran topping the district tally at 558. Despite over 85% of paddy harvesting being complete, farm fires continue. Akshardham and other parts of Delhi remain covered in a thick blanket of smog.