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Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

In response to improved air quality in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has eased pollution curbs. The CAQM announced the revocation of Stage-4 and Stage-3 measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the entire NCR, effective immediately. This decision comes after the Supreme Court allowed the relaxation, following consistent improvement in the air quality index (AQI) since November 29, with AQI levels falling below 300. Howev

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05 Dec 2024 11:24 AM 1.05k views

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

In response to improved air quality in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has eased pollution curbs. The CAQM announced the revocation of Stage-4 and Stage-3 measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the entire NCR, effective immediately. This decision comes after the Supreme Court allowed the relaxation, following consistent improvement in the air quality index (AQI) since November 29, with AQI levels falling below 300. Howev

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Supreme Court Criticizes NCR States for Not Paying Labourers Amid Air Pollution Measures

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the National Capital Region (NCR) states, including Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, for failing to pay compensation to construction workers after air pollution led to a halt in construction activities. The court emphasized that action only begins when it summons top officers and demanded proof of payments made to the workers. Despite its orders, none of the states had shown evidence of compensation. The court has now asked the

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02 Dec 2024 10:49 AM 1.64k views

Supreme Court Criticizes NCR States for Not Paying Labourers Amid Air Pollution Measures

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the National Capital Region (NCR) states, including Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, for failing to pay compensation to construction workers after air pollution led to a halt in construction activities. The court emphasized that action only begins when it summons top officers and demanded proof of payments made to the workers. Despite its orders, none of the states had shown evidence of compensation. The court has now asked the

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Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays

More than 100 passengers of an Air India flight, scheduled to fly from Phuket to New Delhi on November 16, have been stranded for over 80 hours due to ongoing technical issues. According to multiple social media posts from passengers, the flight was initially delayed by six hours due to a technical fault. After waiting for hours, passengers were told to board the plane, only to be deboarded an hour later when the flight was canceled. The airline allegedly prepped the same plane for

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19 Nov 2024 05:55 AM 1.32k views

Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays

More than 100 passengers of an Air India flight, scheduled to fly from Phuket to New Delhi on November 16, have been stranded for over 80 hours due to ongoing technical issues. According to multiple social media posts from passengers, the flight was initially delayed by six hours due to a technical fault. After waiting for hours, passengers were told to board the plane, only to be deboarded an hour later when the flight was canceled. The airline allegedly prepped the same plane for

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Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

The Supreme Court of India today expressed grave concern over the alarming pollution levels blanketing northern India, as Punjab reported the highest number of farm fires this season, with nearly 1,000 fires detected in just one day. This came on the same day that the court scrutinized Delhi's air pollution, which had reached unprecedented levels. Hiren Jethva, an aerosol remote sensing scientist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, pointed out that the data collected betw

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18 Nov 2024 22:40 PM 1.35k views

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

The Supreme Court of India today expressed grave concern over the alarming pollution levels blanketing northern India, as Punjab reported the highest number of farm fires this season, with nearly 1,000 fires detected in just one day. This came on the same day that the court scrutinized Delhi's air pollution, which had reached unprecedented levels. Hiren Jethva, an aerosol remote sensing scientist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, pointed out that the data collected betw

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Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Severe' Levels, GRAP Stage III Measures Activated

Delhi is grappling with thick smog, pushing the city's air quality index (AQI) into the 'Severe' category. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has activated Stage III of the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), effective from 8 am tomorrow. This stage is triggered when AQI exceeds 401, with several stringent measures aimed at mitigating the pollution crisis. Under GRAP Stage III, non-essential construction and demolition work will be banned, and

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Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Severe' Levels, GRAP Stage III Measures Activated

Delhi is grappling with thick smog, pushing the city's air quality index (AQI) into the 'Severe' category. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has activated Stage III of the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), effective from 8 am tomorrow. This stage is triggered when AQI exceeds 401, with several stringent measures aimed at mitigating the pollution crisis. Under GRAP Stage III, non-essential construction and demolition work will be banned, and

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"Air India Express Flight Safely Returns After Hydraulic Failure Shortly After Takeoff"

An Air India Express flight, AXB 613, successfully landed at Tiruchirappalli airport after reporting a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff. The flight, which was headed to Sharjah with 144 passengers on board, took off at 5:40 PM and experienced the technical snag soon after departure. Following the report of the hydraulic issue, the pilots were instructed to return to the airport. However, due to the aircraft being fully fueled, a precautionary landing was deemed inadvisable. T

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11 Oct 2024 11:29 AM 1.05k views

"Air India Express Flight Safely Returns After Hydraulic Failure Shortly After Takeoff"

An Air India Express flight, AXB 613, successfully landed at Tiruchirappalli airport after reporting a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff. The flight, which was headed to Sharjah with 144 passengers on board, took off at 5:40 PM and experienced the technical snag soon after departure. Following the report of the hydraulic issue, the pilots were instructed to return to the airport. However, due to the aircraft being fully fueled, a precautionary landing was deemed inadvisable. T

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Red Alert Issued for Mumbai and Surrounding Regions as Heavy Rainfall Intensifies

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "red" alert for several regions, including Mumbai, Thane, Pune, and Raigad, in anticipation of extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds. This alert indicates a serious risk of severe weather, prompting local authorities to prepare for potential disruptions. The alert is set for Wednesday, extending into Thursday, when neighboring states such as Gujarat and Goa are also expected to experience heav

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25 Sep 2024 12:14 PM 1.11k views

Red Alert Issued for Mumbai and Surrounding Regions as Heavy Rainfall Intensifies

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "red" alert for several regions, including Mumbai, Thane, Pune, and Raigad, in anticipation of extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds. This alert indicates a serious risk of severe weather, prompting local authorities to prepare for potential disruptions. The alert is set for Wednesday, extending into Thursday, when neighboring states such as Gujarat and Goa are also expected to experience heav

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"Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh Appointed as Next Chief of Air Staff"

Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff, effective September 30, 2024. This significant transition will see him succeed the outgoing Chief, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, who will demit office on the same day. Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Singh brings a wealth of experience to this pivotal role. Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 1984, Singh’s career spans sever

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21 Sep 2024 07:30 AM 1.22k views

"Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh Appointed as Next Chief of Air Staff"

Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff, effective September 30, 2024. This significant transition will see him succeed the outgoing Chief, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, who will demit office on the same day. Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Singh brings a wealth of experience to this pivotal role. Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 1984, Singh’s career spans sever

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Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Supreme Court Criticizes NCR States for Not Paying Labourers Amid Air Pollution Measures

Supreme Court Criticizes NCR States for Not Paying Labourers Amid Air Pollution Measures

Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays

Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

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Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Severe' Levels, GRAP Stage III Measures Activated

Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Severe' Levels, GRAP Stage III Measures Activated

"Air India Express Flight Safely Returns After Hydraulic Failure Shortly After Takeoff"

"Air India Express Flight Safely Returns After Hydraulic Failure Shortly After Takeoff"

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Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Delhi Eases Pollution Curbs After Air Quality Improves

Supreme Court Criticizes NCR States for Not Paying Labourers Amid Air Pollution Measures

Supreme Court Criticizes NCR States for Not Paying Labourers Amid Air Pollution Measures

Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays

Air India Passengers Stranded in Phuket for Over 80 Hours Due to Flight Delays

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

Supreme Court Rips Into Delhi Govt. Over Pollution as Punjab Records Highest Farm Fire Count

Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Severe' Levels, GRAP Stage III Measures Activated

Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Severe' Levels, GRAP Stage III Measures Activated

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