Inhaling toxicity
AQI data of the past few years indicates that the period from November 1 to 15 consistently marks the most polluted two weeks of the year in the capital.
AQI rings alarm
The air quality in Delhi has deteriorated to the 'severe' category.
Crisis deepens
At 5 pm, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 402.
Lungs under siege
The pollution control panel at the Center has issued instructions to prohibit non-essential construction activities in Delhi-NCR.
Haze shrouds capital
The panel has also asked to restrict the entry of diesel-consuming trucks into the capital.
Respiratory health concerns
This measure is being implemented as part of Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
Hazy city skies
GRAP is Center's air pollution control strategy designed for execution in the region during the winter season.