Delhi

December 20, 2024 8:58 AM

Delhi govt imposes permanent ban on crackers, Supreme Court informed

The Delhi government, on Thursday, announced a complete ban on all types of firecrackers in the national capital with immediate effect throughout the year, starting from January 1, 2025. According to a government order issued in this regard, the sale, storage, and use of firecrackers will be complet...

December 17, 2024 9:51 AM

Delhi AQI over 400 triggers GRAP IV emergency measures

Delhi's air quality has deteriorated sharply, with the air quality index (AQI) exceeding 400 and entering the 'severe' category, according to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).   At 7 AM on Tuesday, Delhi's AQI was recorded at 421. Areas like Anand Vihar, Ashok Vihar, Bawana, Jahan...

December 12, 2024 4:46 PM

Delhi experiences coldest morning of the season as temperature drops to 4.5°C

Delhi witnessed a cold Thursday morning as minimum temperatures dropped to 4.5°C, with maximum temperatures peaking at 23°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Residents woke to a thin layer of fog enveloping the city, adding to the winter chill. Safdarjung recorded a minimum...

November 29, 2024 1:43 PM

Parliament adjourned till Dec 2 amid opposition protests

Parliament proceedings were adjourned till December 2 on Friday, as opposition members continued their protests, preventing any significant business from taking place for the fourth consecutive day. The disruptions were triggered by demands from opposition parties for discussions on critical issues,...

November 25, 2024 2:44 PM

Delhi’s air quality improves to ‘poor’; hazy morning persists

The air quality in the national capital witnessed a slight improvement compared to last week, as the AQI dropped from hazardous to an unhealthy level on Monday morning. According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the overall AQI in Delhi was recorded at 281 as of 8 a.m., with a thin l...

November 20, 2024 2:40 AM

Delhi: Fire breaks out at slum near Shahdara

A fire broke out early Wednesday morning in the slum area of Rani Garden in Shahdara. Visuals from the scene showed the slum engulfed in flames. According to the fire department, several fire tenders were dispatched to the spot immediately after receiving the information. Efforts are cu...

November 19, 2024 4:07 PM

Kiren Rijiju announces all-party meeting ahead of Winter Session of Parliament

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has announced that an All Party Meeting will be held on November 24 at the Parliament House Annexe, ahead of the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. The meeting will take place at 11 am in the Main Committee Room to discuss key legislative matters before the session ki...

November 14, 2024 1:25 PM

Japan Masters: Sindhu’s campaign ends after losing to Michelle Li

Two-time Olympic medalist shuttler PV Sindhu bowed out of the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024, a BWF World Tour Super 500 series tournament, after losing to Canada’s Michelle Li in their second-round clash on Thursday. Sindhu, ranked 20th in the world, failed to maintain her momentum after winning th...

November 4, 2024 11:17 PM

Israel’s strikes on Iran spark interest in air-launched ballistic missiles

Israel's effective use of air-launched ballistic missiles in its airstrikes against Iran is expected to pique interest elsewhere in acquiring the weapons, which most major powers have avoided in favour of cruise missiles and glide bombs. The Israel Defense Forces said its Oct. 26 raid knocked out I...