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
NEW DELHI — Delhi has recorded its poorest Delhi air quality for February in three years, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 234 through February 26. According to a report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), this year’s AQI levels represent a significant decline compared to the previous … Read more
NIMLI, RAJASTHAN — Breathing toxic air is now 16 times more lethal than the COVID-19 pandemic in India, leading pediatrician Dr. Sanjeev Bagai revealed today during the Anil Agarwal Dialogue (AAD) 2026. Speaking at the event organized by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), Bagai highlighted a staggering public health crisis, noting that while … Read more
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
NEW DELHI: A recent Right to Information (RTI) disclosure has revealed that as of January 20, 2026, the Delhi government has utilized only 43% of the ₹300 crore budget allocated for Delhi pollution control and emergency measures. This report highlights significant gaps in the deployment of funds intended to combat the capital’s persistent air quality … Read more
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
NEW DELHI: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) intensified its regulatory oversight on Tuesday, holding its 126th Enforcement Task Force (ETF) meeting to review inspection data from across the National Capital Region (NCR). The session focused on evaluating the efficacy of recent pollution control measures and addressing non-compliance across key sectors, including industrial operations … Read more
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
NEW DELHI – In a significant move to tackle the persistent air quality crisis in the National Capital Region (NCR), the Supreme Court of India on Monday, February 23, 2026, directed the Union government to formulate a concrete plan for relocating all coal-based industries out of the region. A bench led by Chief Justice of … Read more
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