Pollution News

Delhi Pollution: City records cleanest air in 3 months, people breathe easier in ‘moderate’ AQI after Friday rain – Check current levels

Joy Pillai January 25, 2026 8:29 AM IST

Delhi Pollution: The overall Air Quality Index of Delhi was recorded at 152, thanks to Friday showers and strong winds on Saturday that swept away the pollutants. The capital city recorded the 'moderate' category on Sunday for the first time in weeks, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) SAMEER app data recorded at 6:05 am.

Delhi Pollution: Air quality remains 'very poor', IMD issues rain warning

Joy Pillai January 22, 2026 8:52 AM IST

Delhi Pollution: The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of Delhi-NCR was recorded 377, falling in the 'very poor' category. IMD has forecast light rain in Delhi and NCR, accompanied by gusty winds. Parts of North India including Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh are still under the grip of cold wave conditions.

Delhi Pollution: AQI remains in ‘severe’ zone, slight improvement recorded – Will it rain in capital?

Joy Pillai January 19, 2026 10:07 AM IST

Delhi Pollution: Delhi and NCR have witnessed a slight improvement in air quality on Monday morning. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 418, on Sunday it was 439, according to Central Pollution Control Board data. Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), rain is expected in Delhi-NCR in the coming days. This could intensify the ongoing cold wave conditions in the region.

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