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Delhi experienced its worst PM2.5 pollution in November, with an average concentration of 243 micrograms/cubic metre, just below the severe level. This is the highest recorded level since 2018. The share of pollution from stubble-burning in Delhi's air quality rose sharply, accounting for 15.1% of PM2.5 levels, the highest for the month since 2018. Despite a decrease in farm-fire incidents in Punjab-Haryana, the impact of stubble burning on Delhi-NCR's air quality was significant due to meteorological conditions and low dispersal of pollutants. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/MOqPZp1

Delhi Development Authority opened registration for buyers of premium flats under the Diwali Special Housing Scheme 2023. The scheme offers 2,093 middle-income, high-income, super high-income group flats and penthouses in Dwarka Sector 19B, Sector 14, and Loknayak Puram. The reserve prices range from Rs 1-5 crore. Online registration is open until December 29. The scheme has already attracted 500 registrations on the first day. Prospective buyers are allowed to visit and inspect the flats. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/oX6AnCx

The power distribution company replied to a suo motu petition regarding an unauthorized four-storeyed building, Om Sai Apartments, in Ghansoli village, Navi Mumbai. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/MQK9mlr

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Gas leaked from an LPG cylinder in Mumbai, causing an explosion that resulted in the collapse of several structures and injuries to eight people, including a couple with serious burn injuries. The blast occurred in a ground-plus-one structure in Old Barrack, T-48 at Chembur camp. The victims, who suffered burns, stated that the explosion happened when they tried to light the gas stove. Fire brigade personnel rescued stranded individuals and cleared the debris, finding burnt clothes and a ruptured tube of the LPG cylinder. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/87WPARc

“When will you form the State Council? When will you take a decision? Aap court ki baat maante nahin. Parliament ki toh baat suno,’’ said Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Arif Doctor. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/GpIY4aq

The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR (CAQM) removed restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan Stage III due to improved AQI. The commission stated that the disruptive nature of Stage III restrictions and the forecast by IMD and IITM did not indicate a return to 'severe' air quality. The resumption of construction work will benefit daily-wage laborers. However, sites and industrial units with closure orders will remain shut. An analyst from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air highlighted the need to assess the enforcement of GRAP restrictions. The IITM Decision Support System reported the contribution of various sources to Delhi's PM2.5 level. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/dyZ7Atm

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Delhi witnessed a gloomy Monday with overcast skies, toxic air quality, and low visibility. However, a spell of light rain accompanied by strong winds in the evening improved the air quality. The bad weather resulted in 16 flights being diverted. Many parts of Delhi experienced thunder and lightning. The contribution of stubble burning is now insignificant in Delhi's PM2.5 levels, with local and regional emissions being the main concern. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/8zC9iYB

Embarking on a musical journey to India, the Irish band Westlife took the stage in Delhi on Sunday night, opening the concert with their song Starlight. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/EwifjDy

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Delhi's music buffs were treated to a delightful experience as the Embassy of the Netherlands hosted a prelude to a musical collaboration titled "Soundscapes." from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/p6DLmed

As the wedding season commences with approximately 3.8 million weddings scheduled across India, there is already a scarcity of vintage cars in the NCR region. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/e5ZPHyR

Starting November 28, BMC will take action against shops in Mumbai not displaying their nameplates in Marathi Devanagari script. The civic body formed teams in each ward to enforce the directive. The state cabinet approved the amendment to the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, requiring even shops with fewer than 10 workers to have Marathi nameplates. Non-compliant shops face legal repercussions, including a fine of Rs 2,000 per person. Concerns arise regarding the visibility of Marathi nameplates on display boards. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/Ei5CsLx

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A man from Thiruvananthapuram, Febin Shahjahan, was arrested in connection with a terror threat e-mail received at Mumbai Airport. Officials revealed that Shahjahan, a business administration graduate, sent the e-mail demanding one million dollars in Bitcoin. The e-mail was traced to Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, and the accused was apprehended there. The airport authorities had alerted the Anti-Terrorism Squad and a case was registered. This incident follows a similar case where a salesman was arrested for selling a SIM card used in a bomb threat call to the Mumbai airport. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/sPo2r4R

Delhi Development Authority has demanded Rs 2,485.7 crore as ‘damages’ from Roshanara Club Limited (RCL) for operating the club even after the expiry of its two leases in 2012 and 2018. DDA claims that RCL operated without permission after the leases expired. RCL members argue that they were told a new lease policy was being formulated by the Union housing and urban affairs ministry. The club has been given seven days to respond to the demand. Delhi High Court is already hearing a case on RCL's eviction from the complex. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/AI34BKw

The annual Palate Fest recently wrapped up its festivities at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/rHO5Z8P

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I love garam masala: Executive chef of the Greek presidency shares some insights from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/R4hEI0Y

Police arrested Mukhtar Shaikh and will produce him before a court on Wednesday. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/iJSp1xN

The Delhi government has approved the Premium Bus Aggregator Scheme, allowing residents to book seats in AC buses. The newly notified scheme, known as the Delhi Motor Vehicles Licensing of Aggregator (Premium Buses) Scheme, 2023, is a historic milestone in India's transportation sector, according to an official statement released on Tuesday. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/RmnsvZ7

The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) in Delhi has directed sub-registrars to halt the registration of new properties that violate the maximum number of dwelling units allowed under building regulations. RERA has also instructed civic bodies not to approve building plans that exceed the permitted number of units. The order aims to address violations in unauthorised colonies and impact builder floors and buildings in planned areas. The Delhi BJP has criticised the order for favouring wealthy property owners, while the AAP government claims RERA falls under the jurisdiction of the central government. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/TAzM6W9

DTC buses and Cluster Scheme buses in Delhi have been involved in a significant number of accidents, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Experts attribute the accidents to factors such as road design, poorly trained drivers, and inadequate enforcement of traffic rules. While the number of accidents this year was lower than last year, road safety experts emphasize the need for a conducive environment for buses, stricter prosecution and fines, and improved driver training and mental health assessment. Additionally, experts suggest dedicating bus lanes exclusively to buses and improving bus maintenance. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/LUOByWs

The Australian High Commission organised a screening for its staff for the India-Australia final face-off from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/N1JgrwR

On the occasion of the Italian Cuisine Week in the World, the event – Italian Street Food Journey – brought flavours of Italy inspired by its street food to India from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/pry276W

Delhi's air quality remained "very poor" on Sunday with an AQI reading of 301, and it is expected to stay in this range until November 22. The Air Quality Early Warning System warned that meteorological conditions are unfavorable for the dispersion of pollutants, which could lead to further deterioration of air quality. Stubble burning in neighboring states contributed to 2.55% of Delhi's PM2.5 on Sunday, with estimates of 2.26% on Monday and 7.03% on Tuesday. Wind speed is expected to increase starting Monday, with a change in wind direction likely on Tuesday. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/80Te1tl

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Restaurants and clubs in NCR are expecting hundreds of fans to attend the live screening. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/rYciebN

The Bombay High Court has ruled that the 50% rebate on purchasing additional floor space index (FSI) offered by the state government to developers during the pandemic will be applicable until project completion. The court directed the BMC to revalidate building permissions without requiring payment of differential premiums. The rebate was introduced to support the real estate sector, following a report by the Deepak Parekh committee that highlighted the need to rationalize premiums and levies on builders. Some developers have already paid additional amounts and the BMC has been ordered to refund one such payment. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/UhCw5HO

Shiv Sena (UBT) faction leader and former minister Aaditya Thackeray addressed Maharashtra governor Ramesh Bais in a letter regarding the prolonged delay in inaugurating various infrastructure projects. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/T3ksGVQ

​​​​An FIR has been filed against the accused, identified as Umang Taneja, and the police have initiated an investigation. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/0qph8H4

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has introduced special services for travelers with hidden disabilities at Delhi airport. The airport has transformed into a Sunflower airport, aligned with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative. Passengers can use discreet items like lanyards, pin badges, and wristbands to signal their need for assistance. All passenger-facing staff members have undergone training on hidden disabilities to ensure a caring and supportive environment throughout the journey. The initiative is part of DIAL's commitment to providing a seamless travel experience for all passengers. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Qomxz8

The registration of Dr Neeraj Agarwal, owner of Agarwal Medical Centre in Delhi, has been cancelled by the Delhi Medical Council on three separate occasions due to complaints of medical negligence. Dr Agarwal, along with his wife and two others, was arrested by the police on suspicion of swindling around Rs 80 crore from patients by offering surgeries at low prices. The police have recovered several documents including bank statements, cheque books, and prescription slips, and are investigating the exact number of patients admitted to the hospital. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/oyclUBr

The lieutenant governor of Delhi criticized the AAP government for their lack of concrete action in combating pollution in the city. He emphasized the need for real solutions rather than political posturing, stating that blaming others is not an excuse. The lieutenant governor also highlighted the impact of pollution on the daily lives of the city's residents, particularly the poor and those living in slums. He called for immediate action to address the issue and dismissed the effectiveness of measures such as smog towers and the odd-even policy. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/CVrhxnO

In a dramatic turn of events, a heated altercation unfolded between Shiv Sena factions led by CM Ekanth Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray at the Bal Thackeray memorial in Shivaji Park in Mumbai, on Thursday night, just before Balasaheb’s death anniversary. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/m6JWyUq

The Delhi government plans to ban all buses from entering the city, except for those running on CNG, electric, and BS-VI diesel. Currently, buses from Haryana and other parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) are not restricted. The ban will be applicable to buses from all states and is part of the GRAP-IV restrictions. The government is waiting for the Chhath Puja rush to end before implementing the new rule. Additionally, diesel-registered medium and heavy-goods vehicles are also prohibited under GRAP-IV, except those transporting essential goods and services. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/c5OvatN

The Borivali police in Mumbai on Monday arrested two men from Ahmedabad for allegedly duping several women of their money after getting in touch with them through a matrimonial site in the last few months. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/lpWvw9S

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A couple in Delhi jumped from their burning building to save their children. The parents wrapped their three-year-old son in pillows and blankets before jumping from the second floor. The mother suffered 40% burns while the father is stable in the ICU. Their sons have head injuries and are also in the ICU. Other residents of the building also had to jump or be rescued from the fire. The building and its contents were completely destroyed. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/R0f3arJ

A woman died and 26 others, including an infant, were rescued from a burning building in east Delhi. The fire started in the car park on the ground floor, possibly due to a short circuit. The building had a single entry/exit, making it difficult for people to escape. Firefighters, police, and locals used ladders to rescue the trapped individuals. The fire was brought under control, but there was significant damage to the building and vehicles in the parking area. A case has been registered for negligence and endangering life. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/0hRQB2E

NCR’s toxic air and severe air quality post Diwali is forcing many to make impromptu vacation plans. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/uEkPoce

The clash between the elected government and bureaucracy in New Delhi continues as divisional commissioner Ashwani Kumar accuses the government of playing "dirty politics" in a press conference. Kumar defends chief secretary Naresh Kumar in a land acquisition case, stating that charges against him are aimed at character assassination. The government hints at taking action against Kumar for violating service rules. Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal had asked for an inquiry into allegations against the chief secretary's son's employment in relation to a land acquisition case. Kumar claims there is no direct link between the landowners and the chief secretary's son. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/yXObvAL

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad zone has the highest gender ratio among all IIT campuses, with 26% female students. This zone comprises Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry. The number of female students in IITs has tripled since the introduction of supernumerary seats for women. IIT Delhi aims to achieve a 50:50 gender ratio on its campus. The institutes have made progress in improving gender diversity, and the ultimate goal is to make gender a non-issue. The supernumerary quota is seen as a positive step towards creating more female leaders in various fields. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/0Md8Szn

A 23-year-old student from Rajasthan has been arrested by Mumbai police for extorting money from a 57-year-old man by threatening to send obscene videos to his contacts. The accused, Ansar Khan, allegedly posed as a woman on WhatsApp and convinced the man to send a nude video. The victim later received calls from someone claiming to be from YouTube, demanding money to delete the video. The victim transferred Rs 71,300 before approaching the police. Khan's accomplices are still being sought. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/IVCAdEy

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An unemployed man in Mumbai has been sentenced to life imprisonment for setting his wife on fire in 2017. The man suspected his wife's character and was unhappy with her for working outside the home. The court relied on the wife's dying declaration, dismissing the defense witness, their son, as possibly being influenced. The judge stated that the crime did not warrant the death penalty and that the evidence pointed to the act being homicidal rather than a suicide. The wife's dying declaration was considered credible and consistent with other evidence. from Mumbai News: Latest Mumbai News Headlines, Coronavirus News, BMC Elections 2022 Updates from Mumbai - Times of India https://ift.tt/mxIbDOf

A farmer in southwest Delhi's Chhawla has been arrested for stubble burning, reportedly the first such instance. The farmer's neighbor filed a complaint after their tube well pipe was partially burnt during the incident. The farmer, Om Prakash, was charged under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act and other relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. Stubble burning is not common in Delhi, as farmers mainly cultivate two varieties of Basmati rice with soft stubble used as cattle fodder. Delhi government has sprayed PUSA bio-decomposers over 5000 acres of paddy this year. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/hODeyWg

Delhi experienced its cleanest Chhoti Diwali day in years, with improved air quality due to consistent winds. The air quality index (AQI) was 228 at 12 pm, reaching 224 by 4 pm. The average AQI for the city was 220 on Saturday, compared to 279 the previous day. The early warning system predicts a decline in air quality to "very poor" on Sunday. Biomass burning contributed 10% to PM2.5 levels on Saturday, expected to rise to 29% on Sunday. Stubble burning instances also increased, with 104 recorded on Saturday. from Delhi News: दिल्ली समाचार - Latest Delhi News Headlines & Live Updates from Delhi - Times of India https://ift.tt/HrWMUKe