National Capital Region (India)
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The National Capital Region is a planning region centred upon the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi in India. It encompasses Delhi and several districts surrounding it from the states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. The NCR and the associated National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) were created in 1985 to plan the development of the region and to evolve harmonized policies for the control of land-uses and development of infrastructure in the region. Prominent cities of NCR include Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon and Noida.
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GRAP 3 curbs revoked in Delhi-NCR amid dip in pollutionThe Centre's panel on Delhi-NCR's air quality has revoked stage 3 curbs of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) amid improved air quality. The decision follows favourable meteorological conditions..IndiaTimes - Published Also reported by •DNA | |
Delhi-NCR schools shift to hybrid mode for classes upto IX and XI amid GRAP 4 curbsThe decision has been taken following the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) 4 due to the increasing pollution levels in Delhi-NCR.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR imposes GRAP IV restrictions as air quality dips due to rising pollution levels, know what's closedThe Commission for Air Quality Management sub-committee has decided to take drastic measures to combat Delhi's severe air pollution. With immediate effect, they're implementing all actions under..DNA - Published | |
Delhi Weather Today January 13: Delhi-NCR shivers in cold wave, dense fog disrupts flight, train operationsThe thick fog in the early hours disrupted air and rail traffic. Several flights were delayed at Delhi's IGI Airport due to low visibility, causing inconvenience to the travellers.DNA - Published | |
Stage-3 GRAP order lifted in Delhi-NCR as air quality improves amid light rainsThe central panel in Delhi-NCR revoked Stage-III air quality restrictions amid improved pollution levels and favorable weather conditions. Institutions are urged to adhere to Stage-I and II protocols..IndiaTimes - Published | |
GRAP 3 curbs back in Delhi-NCR as AQI continues to remain in severe categoryThe sub-committee on the Graded Response Action Plan has implemented stage III measures in Delhi-NCR due to severe air quality. This includes mandatory hybrid learning for students up to grade V and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Centre rolls back GRAP-3 pollution curbs in Delhi-NCR as AQI improvesThe CAQM has withdrawn Stage-III restrictions under the GRAP in Delhi-NCR due to improving air quality indexes. Officials stated that Stage-I and Stage-II measures remain active. The AQI improvements..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi NCR: GRAP 3 measures revoked in national capital as AQI improves, restrictions easedIn a recent statement, CAQM said that the air quality levels in the region have been consistent with improvement. Delhi's Air Quality Index was recorded at 339 and 335 at 4 PM and 5 PM, respectively.DNA - Published | |
Weather Update: Dense fog engulfs parts of Delhi-NCR, AQI remains in 'very poor' categoryAccording to the India Meteorological Department, Delhi recorded 10.2 degrees Celsius at 5.30 am on Saturday.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR Pollution Update: Curbs under GRAP 3 revoked as air quality improvesMeasures under stages 1 and 2 will remain in force to manage pollution levels.DNA - Published | |
Central panel withdraws GRAP IV restrictions in Delhi-NCR after dip in air pollution levelsThe Centre's panel on Delhi-NCR's air quality lifted stage IV restrictions under GRAP following an improvement in pollution levels. The capital reported an AQI of 369, with predictions of further..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Weather Update: Delhi-NCR likely to receive rainfall amid chilling cold, check IMD forecast for other states hereDelhi may experience light showers on Monday, December 23. However, greater parts of Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana are likely to receive heavy showers on December 26 and 27.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR Pollution: Schools up to class 5 shift to hybrid mode after GRAP 3 reimposedDue to further poor air quality, schools across Delhi NCR will implement a hybrid learning model for up to grade 5, as per the GRAP-III guidelines. This decision followed the enforcement of the..DNA - Published | Centre's air quality panel for Delhi-NCR invokes GRAP III after sharp rise in pollution levelsIndiaTimes - Published |
Weather Update: Amid 'very poor' AQI, Delhi-NCR receives light rainfall, temp to drop from...The IMD defines cold wave conditions as a significant drop in temperature compared to normal climatological values for a given location.DNA - Published | Gurgaon flat sells for record Rs 1.8 lakh per square feetA Gurgaon penthouse in DLF Camellias has been sold for a record-breaking Rs 190 crore, setting a new high for per-square-foot pricing in India. Purchased by Info-x Software Tech Pvt Ltd, the 16,290-sq..IndiaTimes - Published |
SC relaxes GRAP-4 measures in NCR, allows implementation of GRAP-2 to check pollution levelsThe Supreme Court eased Delhi-NCR's pollution curbs, allowing GRAP-2 implementation but mandating GRAP-4 if AQI exceeds 400. The court criticized delayed compensation for construction workers,..IndiaTimes - Published | SC refuses to relax GRAP-4 restrictions in Delhi NCR until 'downward trend in AQI'; next hearing on December 5The Supreme Court orders strict enforcement of GRAP-4 measures in NCR due to high pollution levels. The court expresses dissatisfaction with ineffective implementation and demands the presence of chief..IndiaTimes - Published |
School reopening news: Will schools in Noida, Greater Noida open for physical classes today?This decision follows a significant deterioration in the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi-NCR, which has exceeded the "Severe+" category with readings above 450.DNA - Published | Deadly smog: Central panel allows 'hybrid mode' in Delhi-NCR schoolsThe Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has permitted Delhi-NCR schools to resume classes in a hybrid mode due to hazardous air quality. Students up to 12th standard can choose between online..IndiaTimes - Published |
Orris Group: Legacy of over 18 years in Delhi-NCR's real estateFor over 18 years, Orris Group has been a formidable force in the real estate sector. During these years, Orris has established itself as one of the leading developers in Delhi NCR, carving its name..DNA - Published | Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: Consequences of GRAP-4 are drastic, may have adverse effects, says SCAir pollution in Delhi-NCR: SC says consequences of GRAP-4 are drastic, may have adverse effects on several sections of society.DNA - Published |
CAQM amends Grap Stages III, IV, enforces stricter measures in Delhi-NCR amid air pollution woesAccording to the revisions, it will now be mandatory for NCR states to discontinue physical classes up to Class V under Grap Stage III and up to Class XII under Grap Stage IV.DNA - Published | Delhi air pollution: Toxic smog chokes Delhi-NCR; AQI at 422A thick dense layer of smog engulfed Delhi on Wednesday, blurring silhouettes as the air quality reaches to 422.DNA - Published |
'Pollution getting out of control': Kabil Sibal, Tushar Mehta seek virtual court proceedings in Delhi NCRIndiaTimes - Published | Air pollution: SC orders closure of classes 10, 12 in Delhi-NCR, Grap 4 restrictions imposedThe Supreme Court of India has ordered the closure of 10th and 12th-grade classes across the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) due to the worsening air qualityDNA - Published |
Air pollution: SC directs Delhi-NCR states to strictly implement GRAP-IVA bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih also directed Delhi-NCR states to constitute immediate teams for monitoring actions which are required under it.DNA - Published | AQI level in 'severe-plus' category; flights diverted; staggered office timings: Delhi Pollution crisis top updatesDelhi NCR is experiencing severe air pollution, prompting the implementation of GRAP Stage 4 measures, including traffic restrictions and staggered office hours. The Supreme Court has mandated these..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi Pollution: Air quality plummets to 'severe+' category as AQI inches closer to 500 in Delhi-NCR, GRAP IV imposedUnder the GRAP stage 4, the authorities suspended in-person classes for all except for students of classes 10 and 12. Entry of trucks into Delhi has been prohibited except for the trucks carrying..DNA - Published | Air quality in 'severe plus': GRAP-4 imposed in Delhi-NCR; what's allowed and what's notDelhi NCR is facing severe air pollution, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management to enforce GRAP Stage 4. The stringent measures include banning truck entry (except essential goods),..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi pollution: Toxic smog chokes Delhi-NCR; AQI remains in 'severe' category, Anand Vihar at 458Among the other areas worse affected by the air pollution are Delhi's ITO with AQI at 410, Jahangirpuri at 467, JNS stadium at 396, Mundka at 465, Pusa at 409, Wazipur at 463, Vivek Vihar at 454,..DNA - Published | What is GRAP Stage 3, action plan implemented in Delhi-NCR to combat air pollution?The Sub-Committee on GRAP has imposed stage III of the revised GRAP in the entire Delhi-NCR from 8 am on Friday. There will be a strict ban on construction and demolition activities, road construction,..DNA - Published |
Delhi pollution: GRAP 3 curbs to be imposed from November 15 as residents chokeDelhi NCR will be under GRAP 3 restrictions starting tomorrow at 8 am due to severe air quality. Construction, demolition, and non-essential mining will be halted. Restrictions on interstate buses and..IndiaTimes - Published | Centre nod to 1st all-woman CISF battalionThe Ministry of Home Affairs has given the green light for the first all-woman battalion in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). This elite force, comprising 1,025 personnel, will undergo..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi-NCR update: No relief from pollution as AQI continues to remain 'very poor'The residents of Delhi and the adjoining NCR region are seeing no relief from pollution as the Air Quality Index (AQI) continued to remain under the 'very poor' category.DNA - Published | India's 10 most polluted cities in October all in NCRDelhi and its surrounding National Capital Region dominated India's most polluted cities in October, according to a CREA analysis. Despite pollution control measures, these cities experienced..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi-NCR weather update: IMD predicts light rain for next four days, minimum temperature to be...Following intermittent rains, Delhi-NCR has been witnessing heat and humidity for the past few days.DNA - Published | Weather update: Delhi-NCR witnesses improved AQI after continuous rains, check IMD forecast hereThe national capital and adjoining NCR witnessed sunshine and clear skies following days of intermittent rainfall in the city.DNA - Published |
Weather report: Heavy rains lash parts of Delhi-NCR, know IMD predictions for next...Heavy rains lashed parts of the national capital and the adjoining NCR earlier today, i.e., September 12.DNA - Published | Weather report: Orange alert for Delhi-NCR, know IMD predictions for Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh and moreThe IMD has issued an 'orange alert' for heavy rainfall in Delhi-NCR. Several states are also likely to receive severe rainfall, as per the weather department.DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR weather update: IMD issues 'yellow alert' for light to moderate rainfall todayThe IMD has issued a 'yellow alert' for light to moderate rainfall for Delhi and the adjoining NCR today.DNA - Published | Delhi-NCR earthquake today: Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR as 5.8 magnitude quake jolts PakistanDelhi-NCR earthquake today: Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR as quake jolts PakistanDNA - Published |
IMD weather update: Delhi-NCR, Gurgaon face severe waterlogging, traffic jams amid heavy rainsThe Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory that said, "Traffic is affected on Ring Road in the carriageway from South Extension towards Lajpat Nagar due to breakdown of a truck at Moolchand Underpass...DNA - Published | Heavy rains lash parts of Delhi-NCR, water logging reported in many areas, check weather updateRain and thunderstorm hit Delhi-NCR on early Wednesday, causing waterlogging in some areas.DNA - Published |
160 kmph speed, 135 km corridor, know all about Orbital rail which will change face of Delhi-NCR, project is worth Rs..Spanning 135 kilometres, this high-speed rail corridor promises to ease the overburdened roads and railway lines of Delhi-NCR. The project is expected to link key logistics hubs in Haryana and Uttar..DNA - Published | Why are auto-taxi drivers in Delhi-NCR on strike today? Here's all you should knowThe Delhi-NCR to face major transportation issues for the next two days as auto and taxi driver unions in Delhi-NCR have announced a strike on August 22 and August 23. The strike is organised by over..DNA - Published |
IMD weather update: Rains in Delhi-NCR till... orange alert for these states issuedThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more rainfall for Delhi-NCR today and issued a yellow alert in effect for the next three days. Delhi is expected to experience a generally cloudy..DNA - Published | Weather update: Delhi-NCR likely to receive moderate rainfall with thunderstorms today, check IMD forecastAccording to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region (NCR), including Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad is expected to have moderate rainfall on..DNA - Published |
IMD weather update: Delhi-NCR likely to experience heavy rains, orange alert issued for todayOn Monday, IMD announced that it will upgrade its weather forecasting capabilities in Delhi-NCR with the installation of three new Doppler radars over the next two to three years.DNA - Published | Mumbai-based Oberoi Realty forays into NCR, acquires 14.8 acre land for Rs 597 crore in...Oberoi Realty acquired the land from a consortium including Delhi NCR-based developer Ireo Residences and other firms.DNA - Published |
