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Air pollution news: THESE 3 Indian cities are among world's 10 most polluted after Diwali | Full list here | Mint - Mint

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Air pollution news: THESE 3 Indian cities are among world's 10 most polluted after Diwali | Full list here | Mint

Air pollution news: Three Indian cities are included in the list of the world's 10 most polluted cities, according to Swiss group IQAir. Taking the number 1 position, Delhi is the most polluted Indian city and also took the top spot globally. As per IQAir, Delhi's air quality stood at 430. The ban on firecrackers was violated in several areas of Delhi as people celebrated Diwali on Sunday. Several were also seen gathering at the park of the locality for bursting crackers.

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