Delhi AQI now in poor category at 331
Delhi’s average air quality index on Sunday continued to be in ‘very poor’ zone with a reading of 331, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Delhi’s average air quality index on Sunday continued to be in ‘very poor’ zone with a reading of 331, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
He represented the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for nearly 28 years – starting with removal of diesel-fuelled public transport buses in the national capital.
Primary pollutants in the city's air on Thursday were the PM 2.5 micro particles, the CPCB said.
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on Monday measured the national capital’s Air Quality Index (AQI) at 310 and marked it in the ‘very poor’ category.
After having a little bit of relief, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the National Capital dipped again to 'Severe' category in several areas, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
With days to go for the ban on single-use plastic (SUP), the Centre on Saturday said it has issued directions to e-commerce companies regarding phasing out identified items.
According to a notification issued by the CPCB on Monday, some of these measures include increasing the frequency of mechanised cleaning of roads, sprinkling water on roads and ensuring all brick kilns remain closed in the region.
Taking cognizance of a report, filed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the NGT noted that the Delhi government has not deposited Rs 25 crore as per its order on December 3, 2018 and even though an action taken report (ATR) has been filed, the action hardly meets the magnitude of violation.
Arrivals and departures at the IGI Airport have largely been put on hold, and two flights had to be diverted between 5.30 am and 8.30 am
The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 22 degrees Celsius on Tuesday
