Delhi has once again been choked by toxic smog, with air quality slipping into the severe category. But the worst impact is being felt by children. A survey by Warrior Moms reveals that nearly one in three buyers of respiratory aids are parents seeking treatment for their children. Nebulisers are becoming a household necessity, forcing families into heavy out‑of‑pocket medical spending and raising urgent questions about accountability in this unfolding child health crisis.
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With winter rains and fog sweeping over Delhi NCR and other parts of North India, temperatures are plunging and air quality worsening.
GRAP 3 restrictions were revoked in Delhi-NCR on Thursday following improvement in air quality.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)told the Supreme Court on Wednesday that vehicular pollution is the highest contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR.
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi government and other agencies to submit their action plan on the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)'s long-term recommendations to curb air pollution in the capital city.
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Monday November 10, 2025Till some years back, Delhiites would ask angry questions to those in power about the capitals annual tryst with toxic air. This has changed. Those in the driving seat dont see the need to answer now.
Opinion | Why Indians Have Just Given Up On Air Pollution CrisisTanushree Ganguly
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दिवाली... पराली... सियासी जुगाली!Ashwini kumar
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