India has six of the world's 10 most polluted cities, report shows
Chad, in central Africa, is the world’s most polluted country, while California has the worst air pollution in North America, according to an IQAir report.
13 of world’s 20 most polluted cities in India, PM2.5 over 10 times WHO norms in 35% cities: Report
Overall, 35 percent of Indian cities reported annual PM2.5 averages exceeding 10 times the WHO guideline, it said. Delhi remains the most polluted capital city globally while India ranked as the world’s fifth most polluted country in 2024, down from third in 2023, according to the report.
Report reveals 2024's most polluted cities, countries: Which US cities made the list?
Data from more than 40,000 air quality monitoring stations in 138 countries, territories and regions were analyzed for the report, IQAir said.
The list of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities is out. All but one are in Asia
The cities with the worst air pollution in North America were Ontario, Bloomington and Huntington Park – all in Southern California
20 most polluted cities in the world
Air pollution remains a serious global challenge, with some cities experiencing dangerously high levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5). According to the latest IQAir report, 19 of the 20 most polluted cities in the world are in Asia,
India fifth most polluted country whereas Byrnihat in Meghalaya the world’s most polluted city: IQAir Report
India ranked as the fifth most polluted country in the world in 2024, with Byrnihat, Meghalaya, recognized as the most polluted metropolitan area globally. Despite a 7% decline in PM2.5 levels, New Delhi remained the most polluted capital.
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Study identifies sources, health effects of PM2.5 in northern India
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Stubble burning contributed 10.6% to Delhi’s PM2.5 levels in late 2024: Centre’s data
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