AIR QUALITY INDEX
Heavy rain likely in Delhi over next few days, IMD issues orange alert
Parts of Delhi experienced rainfall on Saturday following the arrival of the monsoon in the capital, with Rohini and Burari among the areas affected; the India Meteorological Department predicted heavy rain and cloudy skies throughout the day, with a minimum temperature of 28 degrees Celsius and a maximum around 32 degrees Celsius, while the Air Quality Index was in the 'moderate' category at 108, after Friday's record-breaking 228.1 mm rainfall and tragic incidents.
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Delhi weather: Partly cloudy sky brings relief from heatwave in national capital, mercury settles at 28.4 deg C
Delhi Weather: New Delhi witnessed a partly cloudy sky with thunderstorms and light rain likely. The minimum temperature settled at 28.4 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius. The Air Quality Index was recorded at 157, in the 'moderate' category.
Delhi's maximum temperature at 44.9 degrees Celsius, six notches above normal
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 44.9 degrees Celsius on Sunday, six notches above normal. The Met office predicts clear skies, heat wave to severe heat wave, warm night conditions, and strong surface winds for Monday. The air quality index was moderate, with a reading of 195 at 6 pm.
Delhi witnesses sudden weather shift with dust storm bringing relief from heatwave
Delhi experienced a sudden shift in weather as a dust storm accompanied by cloudy skies brought relief from the severe heatwave conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted this change due to western disturbances, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 43 degrees Celsius. The city also faced 'poor' air quality, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 239.
Delhi records minimum temperature of 30.2 deg C
The national capital saw a minimum temperature of 30.2 degrees Celsius, an above average temperature. The skies were cloudy. The IMD predicted heatwave conditions, and possible dust storm or thunderstorm with light rain and gusty winds. Humidity was at 27%, and a maximum temperature of 43 degrees Celsius was expected. Delhi's Air Quality Index was 'poor' at 239, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Delhi: Heatwave likely during the day with maximum to settle around 44 degrees Celsius
The Air Quality Index (AQI) of the national capital was recorded in the "poor" category at 9 am with a reading of 246, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
Delhi Temperature may soar above 45°C today; heatwave alert in North India till May 21
Delhi heatwave alert: Met department forecasts a partly cloudy sky, heatwave, and strong surface winds for the day. Heatwave conditions, defined as a maximum temperature exceeding 4.5 degrees above normal, reaching at least 45 degrees Celsius, are expected.
Delhi's pollution worsens: This May is already more polluted than the previous 2 years
Pollution data indicates that the average Air Quality Index (AQI) from May 1-16, 2024, was 233. However, the average AQI during the same period was 182 in 2023 and 215 in 2022.
Delhi NCR weather alert: IMD issues severe heatwave warning, temperature to touch 45 degrees
Delhi and surrounding areas face rising temperatures with Delhi NCR expecting to reach 45 degrees Celsius this weekend. IMD has forecast heat wave conditions are forecast in various regions, including northwest India. It is crucial to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
Patna becomes second most polluted city in India
Patna had the second-highest AQI in India at 316, categorized as 'very poor'. Greater Noida topped the pollution list with an AQI of 346. Measures like sprinkling water and intensified drives aim to combat the deteriorating air quality.
Will Delhi-NCR see rain today? Here's what IMD's latest weather report says
Delhi experienced a refreshing change in weather with light rain over the weekend, offering relief from the scorching heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts cloudy skies and gusty winds for the next five days, with temperatures expected to hover around 33 degrees Celsius during the day and 20 degrees Celsius at night. Despite rain, temperatures may rise again towards the end of the week, reaching 38 degrees Celsius by Friday.
Delhi records maximum temperature of 35.1 deg C
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded in the "moderate" category with a reading of 166, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) at 9 am. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
Delhi records minimum temperature of 21.8 deg C; weather office forecasts thunderstorm
The Air Quality Index (AQI) of the national capital was recorded in the "moderate" category with a reading of 181 at 9 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
'No need to panic': PCBA refutes reports labelling Guwahati as 2nd most polluted city in Central & South Asia
A statement issued by Dr. Shantanu Kumar Dutta, Secretary of PCBA, addressed the misleading report concerning Guwahati's air quality. The report, compiled by IQAir, a Swiss-based air quality technology organization, purportedly ranked Guwahati as the second most polluted city in Central and South Asia based on the average PM2.5 concentration in 2023.
Delhi records 4.3 min temp, 4 notches below normal
The city was still highly polluted, with its overall Air Quality Index, or AQI, at 9 am recorded at 402 under the 'severe' category, according to the data by the Central Pollution Control Board.
Fog delays 22 trains to Delhi as cold weather conditions persist across North India
Delhi faces disrupted train schedules due to fog, affecting 22 trains with delays from 1 to 6.5 hours. Trains like Ajmer-Katra Pooja Express and others experienced severe visibility issues. Additionally, 11 trains saw 1 to 1.5-hour delays. The IMD forecasts shallow to moderate fog, with possible rain. Cold weather persists in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan till Monday, with a minimum temp of 8.2°C and AQI at 341. Schools for Nursery to Class 5 in Delhi remain closed for 5 more days due to the cold.
Delhi sees moderate fog, minimum temperature settles at 8.9 degrees Celsius
Delhi experienced moderate fog on Saturday morning with a minimum temperature of 8.9 degrees Celsius, slightly above the season's average, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Visibility at the main weather stations was recorded at 500 meters at 5:30 am, and relative humidity reached 100% at 8:30 am.
Bone-chilling cold in Delhi, maximum temperature settled four notches below normal
Delhi: AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe". December 2023 was the national capital's warmest month in six years, with the city not recording a single 'cold wave day' during the month, the IMD said.
Delhi's AQI recorded under 'severe' category on Saturday morning
An Air Quality Index (AQI) between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', 401 and 450 'severe' and above 450 'severe-plus'.
BJP people instigated others to burn crackers, AQI rose by 100 points overnight: Delhi minister Gopal Rai
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai accused individuals associated with the BJP of instigating the burning of firecrackers on Diwali, resulting in a sudden increase of over 100 points in the city's air quality index. Rai claimed that the firecrackers were sourced from Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, and individuals, including the police from these states, allowed the transportation of these firecrackers to Delhi.
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