An IndiGo flight from Jaipur to Dehradun was diverted to Delhi on Tuesday evening due to a technical glitch, possibly linked to engine issues. The airline confirmed that repairs are underway, and passengers were provided with alternate flight arrangements.
Amid rising pollution in Delhi, people are travelling more in the metro. The use of their own vehicles and buses is being reduced. For the past several days, the fog of pollution has been looming on the roads of Delhi.
The air quality in the national capital has remained in the “severe plus” category since Sunday, with AQI readings consistently above 450.
The winter session of the Delhi Assembly is scheduled to be held from November 29 to December 3.
After taking several measures to curb air pollution, the authorities under GRAP-4, urged the elderly, children and those with respiratory, cardiovascular, or other chronic diseases to avoid outdoor activities and stay indoors, as much as possible.
Delhi's Shahadara Cyber Police arrested the Chinese national while investigating a complaint of a man duped of Rs 43.5 lakh. The course of the investigation revealed that he was running a syndicate of cybercrime through WhatsApp.
Delhi air pollution: The Air Quality Index spiked to an alarming 494 under the 'severe plus' category, with a thick layer of smog blanketing the national capital.
The implementation of Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-IV was announced in Delhi on Sunday after the AQI in the city had plummeted to "severe" pollution levels.
Delhi air pollution: In the wake of air pollution, restrictions under GRAP 4 have been imposed in the city and as part of the curbs, there is a ban on construction and demolition activities, including linear public projects such as highways, roads, flyovers.
Delhi air pollution: According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the national capital recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) at 488 as of 8 am, placing it in the 'severe plus' category.
Delhi air pollution: The air quality deteriorated in several cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, and parts of northern India, reaching severe levels and raising concerns about health risks.
Due to severe pollution levels, the Delhi government has decided to suspend in-person classes for all students, except those in classes 10 and 12.
The employees of the NCT government and MCD were demanding work from home, air purifiers in the office and staggered timings citing the alarming rise in pollution levels.
The police stated that while Sagar suffered head and shoulder injuries, Kunal suffered a forehead wound, and Vikas, who is still undergoing treatment at AIIMS, was injured on his hand and back.
As the national capital grapples with high-level of air pollution, the Delhi Airport on Monday said that low visibility procedures were in progress. Authorities have implemented emergency measures to address the deteriorating situation as visibility plummeted, affecting daily life and travel plans.
According to the information available, Purushottam Express, Shramjeevi Express, Jammu Mail, Punjab Express, INDP NDLS Express, UP Sampark Kranti Express, Sainik Express, Jammu Rajdhani Express, and Hirakund Express were among the other Delhi-bound passenger trains running behind schedule as of 6 AM
Raghuvinder Shoukin thanked all the top leadership for reacting to the development. "You have supported all castes. The BJP has always divided Jats. The BJP has done Jat-Non-Jat in Haryana. Everyone in you is given a chance," he said.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar who was present at Gahlot's joining welcomed the senior leader to the BJP. In his resignation letter, Gahlot had criticised the Aam Aadmi Party's inability to deliver on crucial commitments made to the people of Delhi.
Sumesh Shokeen joined Aam Aadmi Party in the presence of Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi. This development comes a day after AAP leader and minister Kailash Gahlot left the party.
Fog during the winter season often disrupts flight operations at Delhi Airport, leading to delays, diversions, or cancellations. Airlines routinely issue advisories to ensure passengers can plan their travel better during these challenging conditions.
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