Delhi NCR

PTI -November 18, 2024

As Delhi chokes with dangerous pollution levels, doctors warn of health risks for all

As Delhi chokes with dangerous pollution levels, doctors warn of health risks for all

Doctors advised residents to limit outdoor activities, stay hydrated and use air purifiers with HEPA filters to reduce indoor particulate matter

Patriot Bureau -November 18, 2024

Do not relax anti-pollution GRAP-4 restrictions without court’s nod: SC

Do not relax anti-pollution GRAP-4 restrictions without court’s nod: SC

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih pointed out that there was a delay in implementation of preventive measures under stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) even after the Air Quality Index (AQI) touched alarming levels in the national capital

Patriot Bureau -November 18, 2024

Earth Song: A solo art exhibition by Sujata Dere

Earth Song: A solo art exhibition by Sujata Dere

The exhibition will open with a preview on November 28, at 6:00 PM and will remain open to the public until November 30, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The collection will then be displayed at Dere’s Gurgaon studio from December 1 to 15

Patriot Bureau -November 18, 2024

Delhi pollution: Nine flights diverted as dense fog hits air traffic

Delhi pollution: Nine flights diverted as dense fog hits air traffic

The national capital is grappling with high pollution levels that has also resulted in lower visibility levels in various parts of the city

Patriot Bureau -November 18, 2024

Delhi’s air quality reaches ‘severe plus’ level, GRAP 4 restrictions enforced

Delhi’s air quality reaches ‘severe plus’ level, GRAP 4 restrictions enforced

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 484, the worst this season, at 8 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Saurav Gupta -November 18, 2024

Delhi’s fare-free bus scheme for women: Relief comes with risks

Delhi’s fare-free bus scheme for women: Relief comes with risks

While not having to pay for bus rides helps women financially, they still face harassment and risks on Delhi's buses

Tahir Bhat -November 17, 2024

BombayBoy: Bringing Mumbai’s vibrant street food culture to Delhi

BombayBoy: Bringing Mumbai’s vibrant street food culture to Delhi

Nishit Dalal founded BombayBoy, a restaurant that brings the authentic flavours of Mumbai’s street food to Delhi

Patriot Bureau -November 17, 2024

Delhi govt impounds over 2,200 overage vehicles to combat air pollution

Delhi govt impounds over 2,200 overage vehicles to combat air pollution

According to official data, the seized vehicles include 260 diesel four-wheelers that are over 10 years old, alongside 1,156 petrol two-wheelers and 818 petrol three and four-wheelers, all older than 15 years