A dense layer of smog enveloped Delhi for the fourth consecutive day and the AQI was recorded at 406 as of 8 am on Saturday morning, according to the CPCB.

Private BS III petrol and BS IV diesel vehicles were banned from roads with violations inviting a penalty of ₹20,000.

Delhi air quality remains 'severe', prompting government restrictions and bans on vehicles to combat pollution.

Delhi's air quality remained severely hazardous for the fourth consecutive day, with a thick smog layer blanketing the city. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached alarming levels, prompting concerns about respiratory and cardiovascular health.

Delhi's AQI hits a hazardous 404 with smog blanketing the city; restrictions imposed, including school closures and fines for violators.

According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 436, Bawana at 438, Dwarka Sector 8 at 410, Mundka at 421, Alipur at 437, Burari Crossing at 429, Lodhi Road at 426,

Chief Minister Atishi announced a revision of working hours across government offices to combat pollution and reduce traffic congestion on Friday.

Northern India encountered the recurring annual pre-winter event of air emergency where the Air Quality Index (AQI) readings of main pollutant PM 2.5 breached the 400-mark of “very poor” and landed the air of Delhi, Punjab and other northern cities into the “hazardous” category.

Air pollution choking New Delhi has ground outdoor work to a halt and disrupted air travel in the Indian capital.

After reaching a peak, Delhi’s AQI has remained in the ‘severe’ category for the fourth day in a row. Covered in a thick blanket of fog and pollution, the poor visibility has even caused many school to remain closed for the past few days.