Lahore had also recorded the worst air quality in the world on October 12, raising alarm among the environment and other related departments about an early onset of the smog season. The metropolis had topped the list of most polluted cities first the first time in the smog season of last year on in the last week of October.

Delhi's air quality has deteriorated to the 'poor' category due to changing weather conditions and the pollution level is expected to worsen after Diwali, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Saturd

Adding to the city’s environmental woes, the Yamuna River was seen covered in a thick layer of white froth ahead of the festive season.

Delhi's air quality continues to deteriorate for the fourth consecutive day as winter approaches. In Anand Vihar and Akshardham, the AQI rose to 334.

The AQI in the national capital has reached alarming levels, with Anand Vihar at 334 and AIIMS at 253. Areas like Rohini have fallen into the 'severe' category; read to know more

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

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

A layer of smog has enveloped Delhi, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 'Poor' and 'Very Poor' levels, particularly in Akshardham and Anand Vihar. The main contributors to the pollution are PM10 particles,