Can an air purifier make your home a safe haven amidst such alarming pollution levels in Delhi-NCR? Let’s dive into how air purifiers function, their effectiveness during pollution spikes, and whether they are the solution to safeguarding your family’s health in these challenging times.

Delhi is battling one of its worst pollution crises, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing hazardous levels in several areas, reaching as high as 634 in Ashok Vihar. The government has implemented a 50% work-from-home policy and GRAP Stage IV restrictions,

The India Meteorological Department had forecast mainly clear sky for the day in Delhi. It forecast smog and moderate to dense fog in the morning as well as smog and shallow fog in the evening and night.

Delhi faces a severe environmental crisis as the AQI hit hazardous levels in multiple areas. Delhi Police enforced vehicle checks and a ban on older diesel vehicles to combat air pollution, which has been critically impacting residents’ health.

At 7 am, Delhi’s average AQI stood at 423, with the most polluted areas being Mundka (464), followed by Wazirpur and Alipur (462).

Delhi's AQI hits 494, making it the most polluted city globally, with severe health and economic implications.

India's capital city of Delhi has virtually shut down as air pollution hit "severe plus" levels, according to Indian government officials in its pollution control authority.

As air quality index levels reach alarming figures, concerns continue to grow about the impact of pollution on public health and safety.