Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced new office timings to combat severe air pollution. Municipal Corporation of Delhi will operate from 8:30 am to 5 pm, Central Government offices from 9 am to 5:30 pm,

Amid deteriorating air quality in Delhi, authorities have implemented Stage III of the anti-pollution plan GRAP, halting construction and restricting vehicle use. The measures seek to combat the severe pollution crisis by intensifying dust control and public transport,

CAQM imposes construction ban, restricts BS-III and BS-IV vehicles in Delhi-NCR to combat severe air pollution.

Key measures, including vehicle restrictions and school closures, were introduced. Learn more about the ongoing pollution crisis and its impact.

Taking to the social media platform X, the Delhi CM stated: "Due to rising pollution levels, all primary schools in Delhi will be shifting to online classes until further notice."

Delhi and nearby regions have been enveloped in a dense layer of smog, causing the air quality to fall into the “Severe” category with AQI readings surpassing 400 in multiple locations.

According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the average AQI of 418 at 4pm deteriorated to 436 by 6pm and further to 454 by 9pm

The panel called for a more proactive approach to addressing complaints, saying that delays in resolving issues hinder the effective implementation of air quality management measures. In a meeting held on Friday with the Delhi chief secretary and senior state government officials,

Air pollution choking New Delhi has ground outdoor work to a halt and disrupted air travel in the Indian capital.

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced staggered timings for government offices to combat severe air quality and reduce traffic congestion.

Air pollution in the Indian capital is more than 50 times what is considered safe by the World Health Organization.