AQI level in 'severe-plus' category; flights diverted; staggered office timings: Delhi Pollution crisis top updates
Monday, 18 November 2024 Delhi 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 measures remain in effect despite fluctuating AQI levels. Meanwhile, Delhi's environment minister criticizes the central government for inaction on stubble burning in neighboring states.
Delhi's air quality has reached hazardous levels, prompting GRAP 4 restrictions. With AQI surpassing 450, health risks are rising, leading to school closures, work-from-home mandates, and vehicle restrictions. Despite strong winds, pollution remains severe, especially in Mundka. The Delhi government...
India ranks as the third most polluted country with an AQI of 111. Northern Indian cities, especially in the NCR, face extreme air pollution, with Delhi's AQI.. IndiaTimes
A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi NCR early Monday morning at 5:36 am, with the epicentre near Dhaula Kuan. Strong tremors were felt across the capital and surrounding areas, prompting residents to rush outdoors. Prime Minister Modi urged people to stay alert for aftershocks. The National Center for Seismology confirmed the quake occurred at a depth of five kilometres. Emergency services are on standby, and Delhi Police shared helpline details for assistance. Reports indicate a loud sound accompanied the tremors, adding to the panic in high-rise buildings across Noida and Ghaziabad.
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Earthquake in Delhi-NCR: The Indian tectonic plate continues to push against the Nepalese plate, a process that led to the formation of the Himalayas. This.. DNA
New Delhi's newly sworn-in ministers conducted surprise inspections and urged officials to expedite delayed projects. Public Works Department Minister Parvesh.. IndiaTimes
A man from Delhi, Deepak Rajeev Batra, was arrested for allegedly running over a Goa resident, Maria Joao Fernandes, with his car after a physical altercation.. IndiaTimes
After returning to power in Delhi 27 years later, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has handed over Chief Minister Rekha Gupta the responsibility to fulfil poll.. DNA
The Delhi government will table the long-pending CAG reports examining the previous AAP administration's performance in the Assembly on February 25. BJP MLA.. IndiaTimes
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to fire whistleblower chief Hampton Dellinger. The Biden appointee will remain in his post at least until Feb. 26 as legal proceedings continue. Liberal justices opposed the firing, while conservative justices dissented, arguing the court overstepped. This marks the first Supreme Court challenge to Trump’s removals.
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