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GRAP-4 Enforced In Delhi, Nearby Areas As AQI Crosses 400
The strictest pollution curbs under Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4) have been reimposed in Delhi-NCR as the AQI began inching towards 450, or the "severe+" category, on Saturday.
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Delhi Gets 'Zero-Tolerance' Zones To Ease Traffic Congestion In Busy Areas
In a major move to curb traffic violations and ease congestion at critical stretches, 'Zero Tolerance' Zones have been created across some of the busiest corridors in New Delhi.
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65% Of Delhi's Air Pollution In 2025 Came From Nearby Areas: Study
As much as 65 per cent of Delhi's air pollution in 2025 originated from outside the city, mainly from other NCR districts, while local sources accounted for the remaining 35 per cent, a study said.
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Pollution Curbs Under GRAP-3 Lifted In Delhi-NCR As Air Quality Improves
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and Adjoining Areas on Friday revoked curbs imposed under GRAP 3 following improvement in air quality, officials said.
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Notices Issued To 6 Thermal Power Plants, Rs 61.85 Crore Penalty Proposed
The CAQM in NCR and adjoining areas has issued formal showcause notices to six major coal-based thermal power plants within 300 kilometres of Delhi, proposing a total environmental compensation of Rs 61.85 crore.
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Delhi Struggles With Very Poor Air Quality, Dense Smog Reduces Visibility
The national capital continued to reel under heavy smog on Monday morning, with air quality levels remaining in the "very poor" category and several areas slipping into "severe" pollution levels.
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Awareness Around 'No PUC, No Fuel' Rule Improves, Checks Across Pumps Remain Loose
Commuter awareness rises after Delhi's BS-VI and No PUC, No Fuel enforcement; fuel sales dip in border areas, PUC queues remain steady, says DPDA president.
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"Can't Breathe": Actor Says Garbage Being Burnt Near Her Bengaluru Home
Kannada actor Aindrita Ray has flagged the alleged negligence of civic authorities after discovering that household garbage was being openly burnt in an area close to residential buildings in Bengaluru
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100 Flights Cancelled, 300 Delayed Due To Delhi Smog, Train Ops Hit Too
Airlines have urged passengers to allow additional time while planning their journey to the airport as road traffic may be slower due to the toxic haze.
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GRAP-3, Then 4: Pollution Curbs Made Stricter Twice In A Day In Delhi
Hours after pollution norms under GRAP-3 were imposed, Delhi and nearby areas saw the curbs being made stricter on Saturday evening and GRAP-4 being brought in.
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Heavy Smog Grips Delhi As Air Quality Nears 'Severe,' Airport Issues Advisory
Residents of Delhi woke up to smog on Saturday, with the air quality nearing the 'severe' category. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 390, which falls under the "very poor" categor
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Mumbai Enforces Strictest (GRAP-4) Pollution Control Restrictions
Mumbai Pollution: Strictest Pollution Control Restrictions Enforced After Air Quality Turns Severe
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5 High-Security No-Fly Zones In India You Must Know About
India has several high-security no-fly zones where aircraft and even drones are strictly prohibited. Here are five such restricted areas and the reasons behind their status.
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Pollution Worsens In Delhi, Air Quality 'Severe' In Most Areas
Delhi woke up to worsening air on Friday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 384 at 8:00 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Cold In Delhi-NCR Intensifies, Air Quality 'Severe' In Several Areas
The cold wave continues to tighten its grip on Delhi and neighbouring cities, and the residents are getting no relief from the toxic air.
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GRAP-4 Enforced In Delhi, Nearby Areas As AQI Crosses 400
The strictest pollution curbs under Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4) have been reimposed in Delhi-NCR as the AQI began inching towards 450, or the "severe+" category, on Saturday.
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Delhi Gets 'Zero-Tolerance' Zones To Ease Traffic Congestion In Busy Areas
In a major move to curb traffic violations and ease congestion at critical stretches, 'Zero Tolerance' Zones have been created across some of the busiest corridors in New Delhi.
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65% Of Delhi's Air Pollution In 2025 Came From Nearby Areas: Study
As much as 65 per cent of Delhi's air pollution in 2025 originated from outside the city, mainly from other NCR districts, while local sources accounted for the remaining 35 per cent, a study said.
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Pollution Curbs Under GRAP-3 Lifted In Delhi-NCR As Air Quality Improves
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and Adjoining Areas on Friday revoked curbs imposed under GRAP 3 following improvement in air quality, officials said.
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Notices Issued To 6 Thermal Power Plants, Rs 61.85 Crore Penalty Proposed
The CAQM in NCR and adjoining areas has issued formal showcause notices to six major coal-based thermal power plants within 300 kilometres of Delhi, proposing a total environmental compensation of Rs 61.85 crore.
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Delhi Struggles With Very Poor Air Quality, Dense Smog Reduces Visibility
The national capital continued to reel under heavy smog on Monday morning, with air quality levels remaining in the "very poor" category and several areas slipping into "severe" pollution levels.
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Awareness Around 'No PUC, No Fuel' Rule Improves, Checks Across Pumps Remain Loose
Commuter awareness rises after Delhi's BS-VI and No PUC, No Fuel enforcement; fuel sales dip in border areas, PUC queues remain steady, says DPDA president.
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"Can't Breathe": Actor Says Garbage Being Burnt Near Her Bengaluru Home
Kannada actor Aindrita Ray has flagged the alleged negligence of civic authorities after discovering that household garbage was being openly burnt in an area close to residential buildings in Bengaluru
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100 Flights Cancelled, 300 Delayed Due To Delhi Smog, Train Ops Hit Too
Airlines have urged passengers to allow additional time while planning their journey to the airport as road traffic may be slower due to the toxic haze.
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GRAP-3, Then 4: Pollution Curbs Made Stricter Twice In A Day In Delhi
Hours after pollution norms under GRAP-3 were imposed, Delhi and nearby areas saw the curbs being made stricter on Saturday evening and GRAP-4 being brought in.
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Heavy Smog Grips Delhi As Air Quality Nears 'Severe,' Airport Issues Advisory
Residents of Delhi woke up to smog on Saturday, with the air quality nearing the 'severe' category. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 390, which falls under the "very poor" categor
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Mumbai Enforces Strictest (GRAP-4) Pollution Control Restrictions
Mumbai Pollution: Strictest Pollution Control Restrictions Enforced After Air Quality Turns Severe
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5 High-Security No-Fly Zones In India You Must Know About
India has several high-security no-fly zones where aircraft and even drones are strictly prohibited. Here are five such restricted areas and the reasons behind their status.
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Pollution Worsens In Delhi, Air Quality 'Severe' In Most Areas
Delhi woke up to worsening air on Friday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 384 at 8:00 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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Cold In Delhi-NCR Intensifies, Air Quality 'Severe' In Several Areas
The cold wave continues to tighten its grip on Delhi and neighbouring cities, and the residents are getting no relief from the toxic air.
