Tourists can again witness the famous sunrise at Darjeeling's Tiger Hill as the indefinite ban by hill taxi drivers is lifted. The GTA resolved the stand-off, with further talks scheduled for January 16. Read the full story.
Delhi's pollution watchdog lifts GRAP Stage-IV curbs as air quality improves. Check the latest updates on banned activities now permitted and the forecast ahead.
Delhi's air quality improves, leading to the revocation of strict GRAP-IV curbs. Find out which restrictions are lifted and what changes for schools, vehicles, and construction.
Gurugram's civic body imposed heavy fines for pollution violations under GRAP-4. 274 violators penalized Rs 14.10 lakh, while traffic police issued 1081 challans. Details inside.
Assam lifts African Swine Fever pork ban in 7 districts, offers compensation to farmers. Relief for piggery industry after weeks of containment. Read the full details.
Delhi's GRAP-III 50% work-from-home directive for offices faces confusion, unclear enforcement. Employees await clarity as private firms give mixed signals. Details inside.
Delhi's ban on non-BS VI vehicles disrupts life for lakhs in NCR. Over 11 lakh vehicles in Gurgaon, Noida & Ghaziabad affected. Residents call it abrupt and impractical. Read more.
Wind speeds up to 20 kmph brought relief to Noida and Ghaziabad, improving AQI from 'severe' to 'very poor'. Officials enforce GRAP measures, urging hybrid work and banning large events. Read the full report.
Delhi bans non-Delhi registered, pre-BS-VI vehicles under GRAP. Experts welcome the move but urge focus on public transport & faster EV shift for lasting clean air.
Delhi bans non-BS VI private vehicles from entry and mandates PUC certificates for refueling from Thursday to combat severe air pollution under GRAP. Key details inside.
Delhi cracks down on pollution: Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate will be denied fuel at pumps from Thursday. New entry rules for non-BS-VI and out-of-state vehicles also announced.
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa apologised for pollution but said no elected government can fix AQI in 9-10 months. As smog persists, GRAP Stage-IV measures are enforced across Delhi-NCR.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 377. Dense fog and smog disrupt flights and commutes. GRAP-4 restrictions imposed. Follow live updates and safety guidelines.
Severe air pollution in Delhi prompts Singapore and UK to issue health advisories for their citizens. Authorities urge staying indoors, using masks as GRAP Stage IV is invoked.
Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad suspend physical classes for primary students due to severe AQI levels. Hybrid model for middle grades, board exams continue. Details inside.
Delhi's air quality marginally improved to 'very poor' with an AQI of 380, but remains a severe health threat. Experts warn to avoid outdoor activities as pollution cuts life expectancy.
All schools in Delhi-NCR are closed on December 16 & 17 due to severe air quality. The CAQM invoked Stage IV of GRAP. Check official orders and health advisories here.
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya students planted 850 saplings in Dadri to fight pollution, but parents question the move as GRAP advisories restrict outdoor exposure. Read about the initiative and the controversy.
Noida's air quality remains in the 'severe' category for the third day, with AQI at 437. Residents resort to rooftop water sprinkling as PM2.5 levels hit the maximum limit. Read for details and expert analysis.
As GRAP-IV halts all construction in Delhi-NCR, daily-wage workers face unemployment and mounting debt. Read about their struggle and the gaps in welfare support.
Delhi government suspends offline classes till Class 5 due to severe air pollution. Online classes made mandatory. Read the latest updates and safety guidelines.
Air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad deteriorated sharply on Friday, with AQI entering the 'very poor' zone. Authorities enforce GRAP measures and cold wave action plan. Read for station-wise data and forecasts.
Delhi's air quality remains in the 'Very Poor' category with an AQI of 323. Dense smog persists, impacting visibility and health. Authorities continue to enforce GRAP Stage II measures.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI above 300 in multiple areas. GRAP Stage III restrictions are enforced. Read for details on affected zones and health advisory.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal warns of strict action against govt depts for lapses in pollution control measures. Review meeting held as air quality dips.
The Supreme Court questioned the blame on stubble burning for Delhi's air pollution, directing governments to detail measures against vehicles, industries, and dust. The next hearing is on December 10.
Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
BMC enforces GRAP-4 curbs in Mumbai with strict 28-point guidelines targeting construction, vehicles & industries. Key areas like Borivali, Andheri, Powai most affected. Read the full list of new rules.
Delhi's air quality persists in the 'very poor' category with an AQI of 341. Residents report health issues as smog blankets the city. Read more on the crisis and government response.
All Delhi schools resume regular physical classes immediately as air quality improves. DoE withdraws hybrid guidelines following CAQM's revocation of Stage III GRAP restrictions.