The Central Pollution Control Board warns that an AQI in the 'very poor' category can significantly elevate the risk of respiratory illnesses with prolonged exposure

The average AQI in the capital on Friday was 292, only eight points away from touching the red colour-coded category (very poor).

The Delhi government's Public Works Department (PWD) has initiated measures to mitigate dust pollution, including sprinkling water across various areas.

Chief Minister Atishi has called on Delhi residents to adopt several measures to combat pollution, including carpooling, avoiding the burning of crackers and waste, and using the Green Delhi app to report pollution incidents.

With an air quality index score of 97 at 9:15am, Dhaka ranked 18th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality on Saturday

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts unfavourable weather will continue, keeping pollution levels high until at least Sunday

Delhi woke up to a thick blanket of smog on Saturday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plummeting to "very poor" levels. The AQI in areas like Anand Vihar touched 334, Bawana (366), Dwarka (343), Jahangirpuri (353),

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Delhi's air quality continued to decline, reaching an AQI of 293, in the 'poor' category. Experts predict further deterioration due to unfavourable weather conditions. Notable areas like Mundka and Jahangirpuri reported 'very poor' AQI levels,