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Delhi breathed a little easier on Sunday as air quality improved marginally and stayed in the ‘moderate’ category, even as the forecast indicates a likely decline in the coming days.
The national capital recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 167 at 4 p.m., down from 199 a day earlier, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). An AQI between 101 and 200 is classified as ‘moderate’, while readings from 201 to 300 fall under the ‘poor’ category.
Delhi's air quality improves to AQI 196, shifting from 'poor' to 'moderate', despite lingering smog in some areas.
Delhi's air quality is expected to improve slightly to 'poor' after recent levels hit 'very poor'.
Delhi enjoys improved air quality with an AQI of 150, marking a moderate day after recent rainfall.
Delhi's air quality improves to AQI 234 but is expected to worsen in the coming days, impacting health.
Delhi experiences a temporary drop in pollution, with AQI at 220, though conditions may worsen soon.
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement but remains 'very poor' with an AQI of 345, causing health concerns.
