Northern India, particularly Delhi, faces severe air pollution as dense fog and emissions render the air dangerous to breathe. With AQI peaking at 491, the government imposed restrictions on vehicles and construction.

A 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 488 (severe) was recorded at 8am compared to 494 at 4pm on Monday, the joint-second highest ever in the Capital

At least 18 zones in the national capital recorded an AQI of over 450, falling in the ‘severe plus ’ category, CPCB data showed

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI), as per ANI, spiked to 428 at 8 am, firmly placing it in the "severe" category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Delhi's new action plan to combat rising pollution includes a ban on non-essential trucks, school closures, and remote work.