Delhi Pollution
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Delhi to enforce ban on refuelling overaged vehicles from April 1, ANPR cameras to enforce rule
Delhi | Mar 21, 2025, 11:13 PM ISTFrom April 1, Delhi will ban refuelling of overaged petrol and diesel vehicles. ANPR cameras at fuel stations will enforce the rule by detecting non-compliant vehicles.
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Delhi govt plans artificial rain trials, large-scale anti-pollution drive to tackle smog
Delhi | Mar 19, 2025, 11:30 PM ISTThe Delhi government plans artificial rain trials to combat severe pollution levels. A large-scale anti-pollution drive, a ban on refueling 15-year-old vehicles, and mandatory anti-smog guns for high-rises are part of the strategy.
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Dust check, real-time monitoring of bus routes: Delhi govt's major plan to curb air pollution
Delhi | Mar 16, 2025, 06:57 PM ISTDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that all the steps are aimed at making the national capital cleaner and healthier and emphasised that making Delhi pollution-free was the city government's top priority.
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No fuel for vehicles older than 15 years after March 31 at petrol pumps in Delhi: Manjinder Sirsa
Delhi | Mar 01, 2025, 04:56 PM ISTDelhi: In addition to restricting fuel supply to older vehicles, Environment Minister Manjinder Sirsa announced that all high-rise buildings, hotels, and commercial complexes in the national capital must install anti-smog guns to curb air pollution levels.
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Delhi Assembly HIGHLIGHTS: Session extended by two days till March 1 amid political stir
Delhi | Mar 05, 2025, 06:36 PM ISTThe BJP government tabled CAG reports on excise policy in the Delhi Assembly session, highlighting governance lapses under AAP’s administration.
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Delhi ranked second most polluted city in India for fourth consecutive month in January: Report
Delhi | Feb 07, 2025, 10:13 PM ISTDelhi pollution: In January 2025, Delhi recorded an average PM2.5 concentration of 165 micrograms per cubic metre, the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) said.
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GRAP-3 restrictions reimposed in Delhi-NCR after air quality deteriorates
Delhi | Jan 29, 2025, 06:59 PM ISTAccording to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s AQI has been consistently deteriorating due to unfavourable weather conditions and increased emissions from vehicular traffic, industrial activities, and stubble burning.
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Delhi schools to resume physical classes as pollution curbs lifted | Check details
Delhi | Jan 18, 2025, 10:09 PM ISTThe beginning of physical classes comes after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) decided to lift pollution curbing measures under GRAP 3.
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Delhi pollution: GRAP-4 curbs revoked in national capital, GRAP-3 to stay
Delhi | Jan 16, 2025, 10:09 PM ISTGRAP-4 restrictions were enforced on Wednesday as calm winds, low temperatures, and foggy conditions led to the accumulation of pollutants in the region, causing the air quality index to reach 396 by evening.
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Are Delhi schools closed today? Check advisory as curbs under GRAP-4 reimposed amid rising pollution
Education | Jan 16, 2025, 06:50 AM ISTDelhi-NCR pollution: This decision came after stage four restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan were put in place as air quality in the region continues to deteriorate.
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Stricter pollution curbs under GRAP-4 reimposed in Delhi-NCR
Delhi | Jan 15, 2025, 07:34 PM ISTThe CAQM Sub-Committee has announced the implementation of Stage-III (Severe) and Stage-IV (Severe+) measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to address the worsening air quality in Delhi.
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Delhi Elections: Sheesh Mahal Scandal, Pollution & Corruption- Roadblocks for Kejriwal & AAP in 2025
Originals | Jan 08, 2025, 02:44 PM ISTThe Delhi Assembly elections are scheduled for February 2025, with the 70-member legislature up for grabs. While The Aam Aadmi Party is aiming for a record third consecutive term in Delhi, there are several key issues that might pose challenges.
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Delhi Halts Enrollment of Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants: What Happens Next?
Originals | Dec 24, 2024, 11:01 PM ISTA recent decision by the Delhi government is making waves everywhere. The Directorate of Education in Delhi has issued a new order to stop the enrollment of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in schools. The issue of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in India has been in the news lately.
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Centre's air quality panel revokes GRAP stage 4 curbs amid dip in pollution levels in Delhi-NCR
India | Dec 24, 2024, 06:51 PM ISTDelhi-NCR pollution: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) had implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) from December 16, after Delhi's air quality deteriorated further.
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SC directs UP, Haryana to impose complete ban on firecrackers as Delhi's air quality worsens
India | Dec 19, 2024, 07:21 PM ISTDelhi-NCR air pollution: Delhi's air quality plunged into the 'severe plus' category on Thursday, with a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 451 recorded at 4 pm.
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Delhi air pollution: GRAP-4 measures implemented across NCR, AQI dips to 'Severe+'
Delhi | Dec 17, 2024, 05:58 AM ISTDelhi's 24-hour average air quality index breached the 400 mark around 10 pm on Monday amid extremely calm winds. The primary goal of GRAP-4 is to reduce immediate emissions and alleviate the impact of air pollution on public health.
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Delhi Traffic Police ramps up vehicle checks under GRAP-3 restrictions amid rising air pollution
Delhi | Dec 16, 2024, 08:08 PM ISTAfter the implementation of GRAP-3 restrictions, checking has been intensified in different locations of the national capital. Under these, non-essential diesel-operated medium goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards are banned within Delhi.
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GRAP-3 restrictions back in Delhi-NCR: What is allowed and what's banned? Check here
Delhi | Dec 16, 2024, 08:00 PM ISTGRAP was activated for the first time in Delhi in October this year when air quality crossed the 300-degree mark. As the city is shrouded in smog, these actions aim to reduce the negative impact of air pollution on public health and the environment.
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Yoga Tips, 14 Dec 2024: Swami Ramdev Shares Helpful Yogasanas to Treat Thyroid Problems
Lifestyle | Dec 14, 2024, 09:54 AM ISTWhen the severity of cold increases, thyroxine keeps the body warm from inside… due to which the temperature of the body organs like heart, kidney, liver, lungs is maintained… and when this hormone is produced less… then the body's body becomes cold. Internal temperature starts decreasing and the ri
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Delhi schools to resume physical classes as Supreme Court eases anti-pollution measures
Education | Dec 05, 2024, 11:53 PM ISTDelhi schools can now return to Physical classes as the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) lifts GRAP Stage III and IV restrictions, following an improvement in air quality and a Supreme Court order.