Delhi's air quality remains severely polluted for the fifth consecutive day, prompting the government to implement stricter measures. The ban on older vehicles aims to combat the hazardous smog engulfing the city and protect public health.

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday (November 18, 2024) a plea seeking enforcement of measures to curb air pollution in the National Capital. Delhi woke up to toxic air conditions on Sunday (November 17, 2024) as the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded in the "severe" category.

Delhi's air quality reached hazardous levels with an AQI of 409, prompting urgent health advisories and government measures amid severe pollution.

Lodhi Road, Burari crossing, and Sri Aurobindo Marg maintained 'very poor' air quality levels, with AQI readings around 350.

In the latest development, the National Capital wakes up witnessing thick smog. The Air Quality Index(AQI) remains in the Severe category. #WATCH | Delhi: A layer of smog envelops the National Capital as the air quality continues to remain in the ‘Severe’ category as per the CPCB.

Some other steps taken by the Delhi government include extra Metro trips, ban on construction work, dedicated shuttle buses for government employees and primary schools being shut.

Among the other areas worse affected by the air pollution are Delhi’s ITO with AQI at 410, Jahangirpuri at 467, JNS stadium at 396, Mundka at 465, Pusa at 409, Wazipur at 463, Vivek Vihar at 454, Rohini at 449,

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih is scheduled to hear the plea, as per the Supreme Court's cause list for8.

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

After reaching a peak, Delhi’s AQI has remained in the ‘severe’ category for the fourth day in a row. Covered in a thick blanket of fog and pollution, the poor visibility has even caused many school to remain closed for the past few days.