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“Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis: Local Factors Outweigh Farm Fires, Says CSE Report”

A recent report by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) reveals that the alarming spike in air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR is not solely due to stubble burning, but primarily driven by local factors such as vehicle emissions. The report emphasizes the need for urgent multi-sector action to reduce pollution from vehicles, industry, power plants, waste burning, construction, and dust sources.

“Delhi Takes Drastic Measures in Response to Worsening Air Quality: Diesel Bus Entry Banned, Construction Limited”

Two men in Uttar Pradesh, previously arrested for assaulting a policeman, escalated the situation by firing at three police personnel while being taken for a medical check-up. The incident occurred after a child was run over by a speeding bus in Mahoba, leading to a clash with the police.

“Delhi’s Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’ as Minimum Temperature Drops, New Pollution Hotspots Identified”

Delhi-NCR continues to grapple with 'very poor' air quality as the Air Quality Index (AQI) remains elevated at 303. A combination of low temperatures, stagnant winds, and agricultural fires in neighboring states contributes to the deteriorating air quality.

“Delhi’s Air Quality Deteriorates to ‘Poor’ at 231 AQI Amid Rising Farm Fires and Cooler Temperatures”

Delhi's air quality index has deteriorated to the 'poor' category with an AQI of 231, as farm fires surge in Punjab. The Centre's air quality panel has initiated the 'Graded Response Action Plan' (GRAP) to curb pollution, imposing measures like banning coal usage in hotels and restaurants in the National Capital Region.

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Delhi Students Email Bomb Threats to Schools to Postpone Exams Due to Lack of Preparation

In an unusual turn of events, the Delhi Police's Special Cell has revealed that recent bomb threat emails sent to schools in Rohini were the handiwork of students looking to escape exams due to lack of preparation.

Speeding Car Kills 4-Year-Old in Mumbai; 19-Year-Old Driver Detained

In a tragic incident near Ambedkar College in Mumbai’s Wadala area, a four-year-old boy, Ayush Laxman Kinvade, lost his life after being hit by a speeding Hyundai Creta driven by a 19-year-old, identified as Sandeep Gole. The police reported that Ayush’s family resides on the footpath, and his father works as a laborer.

PM Modi Set to Strengthen Ties with Kuwait Crown Prince, Sign Key MoUs on Day 2

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Kuwait marks a historic moment, being the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. The visit, aimed at fortifying diplomatic and economic ties, saw significant engagements with Kuwaiti leadership and the Indian diaspora.

“Kharge Calls on Govt to Resolve Farmer Leader Dallewal’s Protest and Hunger Strike”

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday called on the central government to take responsibility and end the indefinite hunger strike of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, urging authorities to find a solution to farmers' demands.

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