Mumbai, Nov. 7 -- A thick layer of smog covered parts of Mumbai on Friday morning as air quality in several areas remained poor, as slow winter winds have prevented pollutants from dispersing.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 214 in Bandra Reclamation and 222 in Bandra Kurla Complex, both falling under the 'poor' category at around 9 AM. AQI reported in Borivali East is 150 and in Chembur is 132.

Meanwhile, the air quality in the national capital dipped to the 'very poor' category on Friday morning as Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 312 as of 8 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

On Thursday, Delhi's overall AQI recorded at 8 ...