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Bhupender Yadav directs authorities to accelerate implementation of annual
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Reviewing each action-point minutely, Yadav emphasised the need for high-quality implementation of action plans in Delhi-NCR across all identified categories. The areas included accelerated Road Development and Repair, Dust Control by ensuring end-to-end pavements, Construction and Demoli
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Delhi records AQI level of 376, remains in 'Very Poor' Category
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As winter sets in, a thick layer of smog enveloped the national capital Delhi on Wednesday morning. The city's air quality remains in the 'Very Poor' category, with an AQI of 376 at 7 am, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Delhi enveloped in toxic smog as air continues to be 'very poor' at 341 AQ
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Delhiites have spent around half of November in a toxic smog with either 'very poor' or 'severe' category, with no end to the breathing difficulties following the lifting of curbs under the Graded Action Respect Plan - 3(GRAP 3).
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Delhi government intensifies enforcement of dust mitigation measures at ro
Updated : 4 months ago IST
The Delhi government is relentlessly advancing its scientifically designed Winter Action Plan, with a firm focus on curbing pollution at its sources through robust ground interventions under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
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Delhi air quality continues to deteriorate in 'severe' category, multiple
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The air quality in the national capital continues to deteriorate with the Air Quality Index (AQI) level above 400 in the 'severe' category in multiple stations at 8 am, despite the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-III in effect across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
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Jairam Ramesh criticises overreliance on GRAP as Delhi enters 'Severe' pol
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
He mentioned that the GRAP guidelines were mandated by Supreme Court in 2017 due to the rising smog incidents in New Delhi. Ramesh noted that the use of the measures was expected to become less necessary over time as year-round emission reduction improved.
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Initial data shows small but measurable reduction in PM2.5, PM10: Delhi Go
Updated : 4 months, 4 weeks ago IST
As per the reports, a minimal rainfall of 0.1-0.2 mm was recorded around the Delhi-Noida border at 4 pm. Air quality from 20 locations across Delhi also showcased positive improvement. PM2.5 levels at Mayur Vihar, Karol Bagh, and Burari dropped from 221, 230, and 229 ug/m³ to 207, 20
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"After Diwali, AQI rose by mere 6 points; our measures ensured stability i
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
He also added that the arbitrary bans on older vehicles imposed earlier have been rationalised, ensuring fairness without compromising environmental goals.
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"The day there will be clouds..." Delhi Minister Sirsa on artificial rain
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Delhi woke up to a thick smog on Tuesday morning, as the air quality deteriorated to the 'Very Poor' category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 351 as of 4 pm today.
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GRAP stage-1 curbs imposed in Delhi-NCR after air quality turns 'poor'
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in Delhi-NCR has imposed Stage I of the graded response action plan (GRAP). The action comes after the air quality index (AQI) in the region dropped to 211, categorising it as 'poor', according to a statement released by the Commission.
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Delhi govt declares Southern Ridge as "Reserved Forest" to curb pollution
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The state government has declared that the 41-kilometre area of the Southern Ridge will be a "Reserved Forest", which will significantly increase Delhi's green cover and improve air quality.
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Stage-I GRAP measures enforced in NCR as Delhi AQI plunges to 'poor'
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In view of rising pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR with immediate effect.
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