Delhi Implements Emergency Measures Amid Toxic Smog Crisis

TL;DR
Northern India and Pakistan are experiencing severe air pollution, with toxic smog causing flight delays and obscuring landmarks like the Taj Mahal. New Delhi's air quality index hit 'severe' levels, while Lahore was ranked the world's most polluted city. The smog crisis, exacerbated by crop burning, vehicle emissions, and industrial activity, has led to school closures and health warnings. Authorities in both countries are taking measures like spraying water to mitigate pollution, but the situation remains critical.
- Toxic smog engulfs northern India, Pakistan DW (English)
- India's capital introduces stricter anti pollution measures as toxic smog hides Taj Mahal Reuters India
- Delhi air pollution blankets India's capital in dense smog, sparking emergency measures CBS News
- GRAP-III pollution curbs in Delhi from tomorrow. See what is banned India Today
- 'Wayanad AQI 35, Delhi Like Gas Chamber': Priyanka Gandhi's Toxic Air Post NDTV
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