The IMD has forecasted that dense to very dense fog will persist over the weekend, with the national capital likely to experience a cold wave for the next few days. It also predicted light to moderate rainfall for January 6,

Delhi-NCR's air pollution has worsened again, prompting the reimplementation of Stage 3 of GRAP, banning BS-III/BS-IV vehicles and non-essential diesel vehicles.

Due to worsening air pollution, the Centre's panel in Delhi-NCR has reinstated stage 3 restrictions, banning non-essential construction, implementing

As part of Stage 3 curbs, the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars (4-wheelers) is restricted in Delhi and nearby NCR districts. However, people with disabilities are exempt.

The city saw an average AQI of 371 in the “very poor” category on Friday. Little improvement is expected because of the adverse weather, officials at the IMD (India Meteorological Department) said.

Delhi's air pollution levels showed an increasing trend and the 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) stood at 371 at 4 pm.

NCR's air quality on Friday brought back stage 3 curbs under the Graded Response Action Plan amid a rise in air pollution levels owing to unfavourable meteorological conditions, according to an official order.

Delhi-NCR air quality worsens, GRAP stage 3 curbs reinstated to combat rising pollution levels, impacting construction and transportation.