No Diwali in sight but Delhi’s AQI is above 300: Read how the Hindu festival has been maligned all these years for air pollution

What happened: Delhi's AQI entered the "very poor" category for the first time this season, reaching 307 on 2nd November, ahead of Diwali on 8th November. The article says Diwali is often blamed for Delhi's pollution. Key numbers: AQI 307 at 7:05 AM on 2nd November; 24-hour average of 261 on Sunday; 117 a day earlier; 60 on 30th October after heavy rainfall; Diwali falls on 8th November. Why it matters: The article argues the timing shows pollution rising before any firecrackers were burst, and that annual commentary targets Diwali while overlooking other pollution sources. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

Delhi's AQI entered the "very poor" category for the first time this season, reaching 307 on 2nd November, ahead of Diwali on 8th November. The article says Diwali is often blamed for Delhi's pollution.

The article argues the timing shows pollution rising before any firecrackers were burst, and that annual commentary targets Diwali while overlooking other pollution sources.