CPCB explains why official AQI is capped at 500 while private apps show higher readings
What happened
According to a Times of India report, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has explained why its official Air Quality Index (AQI) is capped at 500, even though some private apps show higher readings.
When it started
The topic began trending on 10 November 2026. The exact publication time of the report is not given in the material available.
How it spread
The story is based on a single Times of India headline linking to a Google News article. The full text of the CPCB's explanation was not provided, so the specific reasons it gave are not described here.
Why it matters
Air quality is a widely followed public issue, and differences between official and private app readings can cause confusion about pollution levels. The details of the CPCB's reasoning are not available in the source material.