Higher pollution readings from private sources have led to concerns that the government is fudging air quality data. But the answer is more complex.

An AQI of 301–400 is classified as ‘very poor’, while 401–500 falls into the ‘severe’ category.

An AQI of 301–400 is classified as ‘very poor’, while 401–500 falls into the ‘severe’ category.

The November 1 to 15 stretch that has historically produced the Capital’s foulest air — has logged its lowest average air quality index (AQI) in three years.

The November 1 to 15 stretch that has historically produced the Capital’s foulest air — has logged its lowest average air quality index (AQI) in three years.

Delhi recorded its best air quality for the first half of November in three years, but the air was still unhealthy to breathe. Experts say the slight improvement came from early Diwali, better weather conditions, and more sprinkling of water on roads.

Delhi recorded its best air quality for the first half of November in three years, but the air was still unhealthy to breathe. Experts say the slight improvement came from early Diwali, better weather conditions, and more sprinkling of water on roads.

The article highlights a significant imbalance in vehicle growth in Haryana, leading to increased pollution due to private transport

The air quality in some neighbourhoods has dropped to “very poor” as winter draws near. Experts say colder temperatures trap pollutants closer to the ground, making the problem worse.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

The Centre's air quality body, CAQM, is examining a plan to install dust sensors along Delhi-NCR roads to monitor road dust, a major pollutant.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

CAQM considers installing road dust sensors across Delhi-NCR to monitor toxic air pollution and guide targeted cleaning operations during severe pollution episodes.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

The CAQM is thinking of placing dust sensors on important roads across Delhi and NCR to measure how much dust is in the air.

The government is looking into putting dust sensors on major roads across Delhi and its surrounding NCR area. These sensors would track how much road dust is polluting the air. Officials say the plan could help spot very dusty spots and guide efforts to clean or water-spray those areas.

Analysts said the rising concentrations of particulate matter reflected both seasonal patterns and the city’s persistent emission sources