1.2 Billion People Uncovered: India’s Air Pollution Monitoring Gaps Exposed

1.2 Billion People Uncovered: India’s Air Pollution Monitoring Gaps Exposed

NEW DELHI, Feb 28, 2026 — A staggering 85 per cent of India’s population—more than 1.2 billion people—lives outside the reach of any measurable real-time Delhi air quality monitoring, according to the 2026 State of India’s Environment report. While the national capital maintains a robust network, the report highlights a critical “monitoring blind spot” across … Read more

Delhi Government Opposes Mandatory Change to School Sports Calendar Despite Air Pollution Concerns

Delhi Government Opposes Mandatory Change to School Sports Calendar Despite Air Pollution Concerns

NEW DELHI: In a recent hearing before the Delhi High Court, the Delhi government submitted that it cannot amend the annual school sports calendar to prohibit outdoor sporting events during the winter months, even as air pollution levels in the National Capital Region remain a significant health concern. Case Background The Court was hearing a … Read more

Delhi’s Air Quality Drops to ‘Very Poor’ in Hotspots as Temperatures Climb

Delhi’s Air Quality Drops to ‘Very Poor’ in Hotspots as Temperatures Climb

NEW DELHI: Air quality across the National Capital Region (NCR) faced a sharp deterioration on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, as several pockets plunged into the ‘very poor’ category. Despite a shift toward warmer daytime conditions, stagnant pollutants in industrial hubs have prompted renewed calls for immediate regulatory intervention. Persistent Pollution Pockets Data from the Central … Read more

Delhi Expands Air Quality Surveillance: Six New Monitoring Stations Launched

Delhi Expands Air Quality Surveillance: Six New Monitoring Stations Launched

NEW DELHI: Delhi has significantly bolstered its environmental monitoring infrastructure with the launch of six new Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS). This expansion brings the total number of monitoring stations in the national capital to 46—the largest network of its kind in India—marking a critical step in the city’s data-driven approach to combating … Read more

Delhi’s Air Quality Shift: A 7-Day Analysis of February’s Fluctuating Skies

Delhi’s Air Quality Shift: A 7-Day Analysis of February’s Fluctuating Skies

New Delhi, February 22, 2026: As February draws to a close, Delhi’s air quality has remained a focal point for residents and policy planners. Following the recent revocation of GRAP Stage-II restrictions, the National Capital Region (NCR) has seen a stabilization in pollution levels, though experts emphasize that “moderate” air does not mean “hazard-free.” Delhi … Read more