Toxic smog engulfed northern India and Pakistan on Thursday, with severe pollution levels leading to flight delays and blocking views of iconic landmarks like the Taj Mahal.
In New Delhi, pollution scored 430 on the air quality index, remaining in the 'severe' category for a second consecutive day, with visibility dropping significantly.
Authorities and analysts attribute the pollution crisis to seasonal crop burning, industrial emissions, vehicle exhausts, and factors like humidity and low winds.
Pakistan’s Lahore has been reported as the world’s most polluted city, affected by transboundary pollution from illegal crop burning in Indian states.
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