Air pollution News

Air quality in the national capital and adjoining areas plunged to "severe" levels. The prevailing pollution levels warrant implementation of GRAP-IV — the most stringent stage of anti-pollution measures.

Good nutrition becomes your strongest daily defence when the outside air is not in your control Focus on foods that naturally help your body calm inflammation and support healing Drinking sufficient water and herbal teas such as tulsi, ginger, or green tea helps flush out toxins and soothe the throat

Pollution is silently ageing your skin, toxic particles break down collagen, trigger pigmentation, and cause dullness and acne. Dermatologists recommend daily cleansing, antioxidant serums, and sunscreen as essential defences against environmental damage. Pores get clogged with pollutants and microscopic debris, combined with sebum, and can cause inflammatory acne.

Delhi’s AQI hit 316 on November 3, 2025, placing it firmly in the ‘very poor’ category. Breathing the city’s air is now as harmful as smoking nearly 8 cigarettes a day. Pollution levels have risen by over 7% since last year, with several areas recording hazardous readings.

Post-Diwali pollution can cause eye irritation, dryness, and blurred vision Experts warn that prolonged exposure may heighten the risks of serious eye conditions Protective steps can significantly reduce pollution-related eye damage

Today's morning, residents woke up to a dense blanket of smog as national capital’s air quality continuing to languish in the ‘very poor’ category.

Delhi Air Quality News: Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa further said that those who blame Diwali for air pollution are speaking lies.

Newborns of mothers exposed to higher levels of fine airborne particles during pregnancy show slower myelination at this very early stage of life. Myelination is a key process in brain maturation, in which myelin coats neuronal connections, making them more efficient for transmitting information.

Higher air pollution levels (PM10) are linked to worsening obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) symptoms. For every unit rise in PM10, patients showed more frequent breathing disruptions during sleep. Environmental factors like air quality should be considered alongside age and weight in OSA treatment.

The Supreme Court permitted the manufacturing of green firecrackers in the national capital region (NCR), while maintaining a strict ban on their sale in the area. It came after considering environmental concerns and practical challenges in enforcing a complete ban.

Airborne pathogens in Delhi are nearly twice as abundant, carried deep into the lungs by PM2.5 particles. Children are most vulnerable, facing respiratory, neurological, and developmental health risks. Experts urge masks, urban greenery, sanitation, and pollution control to protect public health.

Climate change isn’t just a planetary problem—it’s a personal one. Your skin, the frontline defender against the environment, is already feeling the effects. Understanding this hidden impact is the first step toward protecting yourself. As we adapt to the new realities of a warming world, your skincare routine might just need to adapt too.

Airborne pathogens in Delhi are twice as high in densely populated areas due to PM2.5 pollution. These bacteria can trigger lung, gut, oral, and skin infections by traveling deep into the body. Winter smog and hazy weather create high-risk windows for disease spread in urban regions.

Long-term exposure to air pollution may raise your risk of dementia by 17%. PM2.5 particles can reach your brain and cause inflammation and damage. Protect your brain by checking AQI, ventilating your home, and using purifiers.

A major European study reveals that poor urban planning and environmental pollution collectively contribute to over 11% of asthma cases in both children and adults.

Prolonged exposure to air pollution, especially PM2.5, significantly increases ischemic stroke risk in older adults—especially men.

In today’s episode of DNA, ZEE News analysed the importance of proper breathing and also threw light upon several reasons behind breathing.

A study finds that early exposure to air pollution may disrupt key brain connections in children, potentially affecting cognitive functions and emotional processing.  

Air pollution is a major contributor to heart attacks, not just lung diseases, making it a serious public health concern. Particulate Matter 2.5 can enter the bloodstream, oxidize cholesterol, and trigger plaque ruptures, increasing the risk of acute heart attacks. Obesity is a major risk factor for hypertension, diabetes, and cancers -- all of which can contribute to heart diseases.

The NDMA was asked, and it agreed to provide all necessary technological support in renovating and restructuring the DDMA and setting up the CCC