NEW DELHI: Hundreds of Delhi residents staged a rally on Tuesday, demanding immediate government action to address the worsening air quality in the Indian capital region, where pollution levels have reached extreme and hazardous levels. Pollution in Delhi and the surrounding metropolitan area — home to about 30 million people — has been in the “very poor” category for weeks, with some areas reaching the “severe” category on Tuesday with an Air Quality Index score of at least 402, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.

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Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with an AQI of 344; four stations report 'severe' pollution levels.

NEW DELHI: Hundreds of Delhi residents staged a rally on Tuesday, demanding immediate government action to address the worsening air quality in the Indian capital region, where…

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with an AQI of 391, affecting several areas with severe pollution levels.

Angry residents wearing masks and carrying oxygen cylinders have taken to the streets of Delhi accusing authorities of ignoring a pollution crisis. Holding placards demanding the…

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with multiple areas exceeding an AQI of 400, prompting health concerns.