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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Over 100 Flights Cancelled, 50 Trains Delayed
The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'very poor' category.
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As Delhi Chokes, MPs Scrap Air Crisis Debate Over Bad 'Atmosphere': Sources
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
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3,746 Challaned, 61,000 PUCs Issued On Day 1 Of 'No PUC, No Fuel' In Delhi
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' directive came into force across the national capital on Thursday amid claims of strict enforcement
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Delhi Air Pollution Live Updates: Commuters Complain As Delhi Bans Fuel Without Pollution Certificate
Delhi Air Pollution Live Updates: Amid mounting concern over toxic air quality in the national capital, the Delhi government has announced a fresh set of steps to rein in pollution in the national capital.
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No Fuel Without Pollution Certificate, No Entry For Old Cars In Delhi From Today
Vehicles that do not have BS-VI engines are not being allowed to enter the national capital from today as part of rigorous anti-pollution measures adopted by the Delhi government. Fuel stations will not serve vehicles without a pollution certificate.
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Delhi's Pollution Measures To Hit 1.2 Million NCR Vehicles: All You Need To Know
According to Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, only BS6 compliant vehicles from outside Delhi will be permitted to enter the capital while GRAP stages III and IV are in force.
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No Fuel For Vehicles In Delhi Without Valid PUC From Thursday: Minister
Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps in the national capital from December 18, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Tuesday.
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"No Stubble Burning Now, Why Is Delhi Polluted?" Bhagwant Mann's Dig At BJP
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday questioned why there is a pollution crisis in the national capital despite no farm fires now.
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Delhi's Air Quality Improves Marginally, AQI 'Very Poor' At 378
The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall AQI stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Toxic Winter: Delhi's AQI Breaches 460, NCR Cities Gasp For Air
A thick toxic haze blanketed Delhi today morning, reducing visibility and disrupting flights and train schedules as the capital battled hazardous air quality.
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Woman, 48, Stabbed To Death Inside Temple In Delhi, 1 Arrested: Cops
The national capital recorded the highest AQI of the season on Sunday -- up to 461 from 432 a day earlier -- as the air quality remained in the "severe" category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Amid High Pollution, Delhi Bans Coal, Firewood In All Restaurant Tandoors
Amid high pollution levels in the capital, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has issued directions mandating a strict ban on the use of coal and firewood in tandoors across all hotels, restaurants and open eateries in the city.
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'Celebrated Diwali, Maintained Air Quality': Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday claimed that the capital had "celebrated Diwali and maintained air quality."
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Air Pollution Can Heighten Anxiety And Trigger Panic-Like Symptoms: Doctors
Amid continuing poor air quality in the national capital, doctors on Friday noted that air pollution can not only harm your lungs or lead to cardiac illness but can also heighten anxiety and trigger panic-like symptoms.
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Mist Sprayers, Police Cases: Delhi's 'Toughest' Anti-Pollution Drive Yet
The Delhi government on Thursday rolled out its "toughest-ever" anti-pollution drive in the capital -- deploying mist spray technology, tightening enforcement, and warning officials of strict action.
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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Over 100 Flights Cancelled, 50 Trains Delayed
The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'very poor' category.
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As Delhi Chokes, MPs Scrap Air Crisis Debate Over Bad 'Atmosphere': Sources
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
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3,746 Challaned, 61,000 PUCs Issued On Day 1 Of 'No PUC, No Fuel' In Delhi
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' directive came into force across the national capital on Thursday amid claims of strict enforcement
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Delhi Air Pollution Live Updates: Commuters Complain As Delhi Bans Fuel Without Pollution Certificate
Delhi Air Pollution Live Updates: Amid mounting concern over toxic air quality in the national capital, the Delhi government has announced a fresh set of steps to rein in pollution in the national capital.
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No Fuel Without Pollution Certificate, No Entry For Old Cars In Delhi From Today
Vehicles that do not have BS-VI engines are not being allowed to enter the national capital from today as part of rigorous anti-pollution measures adopted by the Delhi government. Fuel stations will not serve vehicles without a pollution certificate.
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Delhi's Pollution Measures To Hit 1.2 Million NCR Vehicles: All You Need To Know
According to Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, only BS6 compliant vehicles from outside Delhi will be permitted to enter the capital while GRAP stages III and IV are in force.
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No Fuel For Vehicles In Delhi Without Valid PUC From Thursday: Minister
Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps in the national capital from December 18, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Tuesday.
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"No Stubble Burning Now, Why Is Delhi Polluted?" Bhagwant Mann's Dig At BJP
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday questioned why there is a pollution crisis in the national capital despite no farm fires now.
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Delhi's Air Quality Improves Marginally, AQI 'Very Poor' At 378
The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall AQI stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Toxic Winter: Delhi's AQI Breaches 460, NCR Cities Gasp For Air
A thick toxic haze blanketed Delhi today morning, reducing visibility and disrupting flights and train schedules as the capital battled hazardous air quality.
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Woman, 48, Stabbed To Death Inside Temple In Delhi, 1 Arrested: Cops
The national capital recorded the highest AQI of the season on Sunday -- up to 461 from 432 a day earlier -- as the air quality remained in the "severe" category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Amid High Pollution, Delhi Bans Coal, Firewood In All Restaurant Tandoors
Amid high pollution levels in the capital, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has issued directions mandating a strict ban on the use of coal and firewood in tandoors across all hotels, restaurants and open eateries in the city.
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'Celebrated Diwali, Maintained Air Quality': Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday claimed that the capital had "celebrated Diwali and maintained air quality."
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Air Pollution Can Heighten Anxiety And Trigger Panic-Like Symptoms: Doctors
Amid continuing poor air quality in the national capital, doctors on Friday noted that air pollution can not only harm your lungs or lead to cardiac illness but can also heighten anxiety and trigger panic-like symptoms.
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Mist Sprayers, Police Cases: Delhi's 'Toughest' Anti-Pollution Drive Yet
The Delhi government on Thursday rolled out its "toughest-ever" anti-pollution drive in the capital -- deploying mist spray technology, tightening enforcement, and warning officials of strict action.
