Illegal farm fires fuel Indian capital's smog misery
New Delhi (AFP) Nov 19, 2024
The illegal burning of farm fields in northern India reached a record high this season, fuelling a toxic smog choking millions including in the capital New Delhi, government monitors said Tuesday. ... more
India's capital shuts schools as 'death trap' smog chokes city
New Delhi (AFP) Nov 18, 2024
India's capital New Delhi switched schools to online classes Monday until further notice as worsening toxic smog surged past 60 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily maximum. ... more
India's capital shuts schools because of smog
New Delhi (AFP) Nov 18, 2024
India's capital New Delhi switched schools to online classes Monday until further notice because of worsening toxic smog, the latest bid to ease the sprawling megacity's health crisis. ... more