From The Times of India
Center Owned by Bennett, Coleman & Co.Delhi pollution on Diwali rockets to worst in 5 years
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Delhi’s air quality deteriorated sharply after Diwali, with the Central Pollution Control Board reporting an AQI of 376 on November 9, the worst level in five years, while private monitoring platforms recorded readings as high as 1,500, highlighting a large discrepancy between government and private data. Several official monitoring stations did not provide AQI data. The spike in pollution follows fire incidents and fuel quality checks associated with the festival’s rocket and firecracker use.
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Several parts of the capital, including Punjabi Bagh, RK Puram and Bawana, recorded AQI readings above 400 on Sunday
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No AQI Data From Several Air Monitoring Stns
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A significant increase in air pollution was observed across north India following the recent Diwali celebrations. The Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and western Uttar Pradesh surpassed 350, indicating poor air quality. Many cities reported severe pollution, with readings…
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No AQI Data From Several Air Monitoring Stns
