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Supreme Court Refuses GRAP IV Relaxation Amid Delhi’s Air Crisis

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has refused to grant any relaxation under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) IV for Delhi, citing the city’s persistent air pollution issues. The bench emphasized the need for a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index (AQI) before any reconsideration of restrictions. SC’s Firm Stance on Delhi’s Air […]

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Farmers Protest Sparks Traffic Alert in Delhi-Noida

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

A farmers’ protest march from Noida to Delhi is set to take place today, leading to the issuance of traffic advisories and diversions to manage potential disruptions. Routes to Avoid Authorities have advised commuters to avoid major routes connecting Noida and Delhi, including the DND Flyway and Kalindi Kunj, where heavy traffic congestion is expected. […]

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Kejriwal Dismisses AAP-Congress Alliance for Delhi Elections

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi and AAP leader, has categorically ruled out any alliance with the Congress for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Addressing party workers and supporters on Friday, Kejriwal emphasized AAP’s commitment to contesting the polls independently, asserting confidence in the party’s ability to secure a majority on its own. “There

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Delhi High Court Questions AAP Govt on Refusing Central Aid

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2024

The Delhi High Court has raised concerns over the state government’s financial struggles, questioning its decision to refuse assistance from the central government. During a hearing on November 27, the court observed that the city administration appeared to be “virtually bankrupt” and advised re-evaluating its stance on aid. Financial Woes Take Center Stage The

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Delhi’s Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’ Amid Weather Changes

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

Delhi’s air quality continues to be a pressing issue, with pollution levels remaining in the ‘very poor’ category, according to officials. The Air Quality Index (AQI) registered concerning numbers on Wednesday, raising alarms about worsening atmospheric conditions. Impact of Weather on Air Quality Meteorological factors such as reduced wind speed and

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Delhi-NCR Air Quality Deteriorates to ‘Severe,’ Visibility Drops

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2024

Delhi-NCR woke up to another day of thick smog and alarmingly poor air quality as the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunged to the “severe” category on Monday, November 19. The worsening pollution has significantly reduced visibility across the region, causing disruptions in transport and raising health concerns. AQI Crosses ‘Severe’ Threshold Real-time

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Delhi Smothered by Worst Air Quality of the Season

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

Delhi woke up to its worst air quality of the season on Friday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunging into the “severe-plus” category. A dense layer of smog reduced visibility to 150 meters at Palam by 5 a.m., disrupting flight operations and train schedules across the region. According to SAFAR (System of Air Quality […]

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Delhi Air Quality Worsens to ‘Severe’; GRAP Stage 3 Implemented

By BPN News Desk November 15, 2024

Delhi’s air quality remains in the “severe” category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 400 in several areas, prompting stringent restrictions under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). A thick layer of smog continues to engulf the National Capital Region (NCR), including Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram, severely reducing visibility.

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Delhi Air Pollution Worsens: AQI Hits ‘Severe’ Level Amid Dense Smog

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

Delhi’s air quality reached a critical level on Thursday morning, November 14, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting ‘severe’ levels, reducing visibility across the National Capital Region (NCR). On Wednesday, Delhi recorded the worst AQI in the country, as dense smog engulfed the city, leading residents to wake up to hazardous pollution levels. According

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Rajasthan Candidate Arrested Amid Violent Protests in Tonk Bypolls

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

Rajasthan Independent candidate Naresh Meena was arrested today following a dramatic series of events in Tonk district, where he allegedly slapped an election official during the bypolls. The arrest, which took place under heightened security, was met with fierce protests from Meena’s supporters, who clashed with police, leading to rioting, stone-pelting, and the