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It’s not stubble burning or firecrackers: Delhi is choking on its own emissionsSign In to read

December 16, 2025 16:09 IST

When the air stands still, stagnation sets in, ventilation collapses, and the system is left with no buffer to protect public health. When the weather naps, there is nowhere left to hide. Yet, we continue to blame the weather instead of our emissions

Wed, Dec 17, 2025

In this photo shared by Indian Institute of Technology, a plane takes off from Kanpur for New Delhi for a cloud seeding trial.

Delhi air pollution: Why cloud seeding in winter has a specially low chance of success, according to scienceSubscriber Only

November 01, 2025 16:37 IST

We must thank nature that the Delhi drizzle, if it indeed resulted from seeding, did not coincide with cooler temperatures. Substantial rainfall is required to wash out particulates; light drizzles under cooler conditions often do the opposite.

Mon, Nov 03, 2025

The cool November-December period is now likely to coincide with the delayed peak of stubble burning.

Warmer weather, timely monsoon withdrawal meant slightly better air around Diwali. But worse is to comeSubscriber Only

October 22, 2025 07:55 IST

Delhi’s air pollution crisis is complex and persistent. The only viable path is to tackle the root cause -- source emissions.

Wed, Oct 22, 2025

India’s air pollution strategy needs atmanirbhartaSubscriber Only

May 12, 2025 07:23 IST

Recent reports of the shutdown of climate research at key US agencies under the Trump administration have raised worldwide alarm. The disruption should serve as a wake-up call for India

Mon, May 12, 2025

A key challenge is meeting the transport demand which was previously catered to by the phased-out vehicles.

Delhi can’t get clean air without crossing bordersSubscriber Only

March 13, 2025 07:04 IST

It is imperative to transcend regional borders and work on a comprehensive strategy to address the entire Delhi airshed. Our breath may just depend on it

Thu, Mar 13, 2025