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India-UAE flights: Some airlines flying from Kolkata exempt passengers from rapid PCR test

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PM Narendra Modi condoles loss of lives in UP’s Kushinagar mishap, assures Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia each to kin

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“Electric Fleet Mandate: Delhi Government Notifies Cab Aggregator Policy”

The Delhi government introduces a scheme requiring all cab aggregators and delivery service providers to shift to electric vehicles by 2030, aiming to combat the Capital's air pollution crisis and enforce stringent regulations on fleet transitions.

“Nitin Gadkari Believes Stubble Issue Will Soon Be Resolved”

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari expresses optimism that stubble burning will soon cease to be a problem as the government focuses on innovative solutions, including producing bio CNG and bio bitumen from agricultural residue. The commitment aligns with efforts to combat pollution resulting from stubble burning, with projects underway in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.

“Supreme Court Extends Nationwide Ban on Polluting Firecrackers to Curb Pollution”

In a significant decision, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that its 2021 ruling, which allowed the use of only green firecrackers, will now apply to the entire country, not just the Delhi-NCR region. The court emphasized that it is the responsibility of all citizens to protect the environment and curb air and noise pollution. The ruling comes during a hearing on a petition regarding the use of firecrackers containing polluting chemicals.

“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’s Descent into Toxic Air: Stubble Burning, Pollution, and Festivals Fuel an Environmental Crisis”

Delhi grapples with dangerously high air pollution levels as the city heads into the festive season. Stubble burning, vehicular emissions, construction, and coal-fired power plants contribute to this environmental crisis. Experts and officials are highlighting the need for stringent regulation and compliance to tackle the issue.

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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.

“CISF Heroes Save Lives in Mumbai Ferry Tragedy: Panic, Rescues, and Acts of Bravery”

On December 18, a tragic accident occurred off the Mumbai coast when a Navy boat collided with a tourist ferry on its way to Elephanta Island from the Gateway of India. The collision caused the ferry to begin sinking, sending waves of panic among passengers, particularly parents who feared for the lives of their children.

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