Delhi Air Pollution| Supreme Court Directs CAQM To Prosecute Authorities Who Failed To Enforce Ban On Truck Entry
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution| Supreme Court Directs CAQM To Prosecute Authorities Who Failed To Enforce Ban On Truck Entry

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today came down heavily on authorities for not enforcing the ban on entry of trucks and light commercial vehicles to Delhi, a measure which was imposed by the Commission for Air Quality Management as part of its GRAP-IV measures to address severe air pollution.The Court directed the CAQM to initiate prosecution in terms of Section 14 of the CAQM Act. The Supreme Court today came down heavily on authorities for not enforcing the ban on entry of trucks and light commercial vehicles to Delhi, a measure which was imposed by the Commission for Air Quality Management as part of its GRAP-IV measures to address severe air pollution. We therefore direct the Commission to immediately initiate action in terms of section 14 of the CAQM Act.” As per the Graded Action Response Plan, the following are the authorities responsible for implementing clauses 1 - 3 of GRAP IV - Clauses 1 and 2 - State Governments, Transport Commissioners of GNCTD/ NCR States, Commissioners / Head of Urban Local Bodies in Delhi-NCR towns, Commissioner of Police / Head of Traffic Police of Delhi and NCR towns. do not suffer, the Court directed: "We therefore direct the Commission to consider taking various mitigating measures by issuing necessary directions in terms of section 12 of the CAQM Act."

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Which Restrictions Are Back In Delhi As GRAP Stage 4 Reimposed Amid 'Severe' Air Quality?
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Which Restrictions Are Back In Delhi As GRAP Stage 4 Reimposed Amid 'Severe' Air Quality?

ABP News  

Delhi AQI: Fresh restrictions under GRAP Stage 4 were imposed in Delhi as the air quality deteriorated further, breaching the 400 mark and dipping into the 'Severe' category. GRAP Stage 4 In Delhi-NCR: What Is Allowed Under GRAP Stage 4, here is what remains permitted: Essential Vehicles: Trucks carrying essential commodities or providing essential services can continue to operate. GRAP …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
1 month ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih will hear the matter at 3.30 PM.On Monday, the Court had observed that it would allow the relaxation of GRAP-4 restrictions only after seeing a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index. A bench comprising Justice …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
1 month ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih will hear the matter at 3.30 PM.On Monday, the Court had observed that it would allow the relaxation of GRAP-4 restrictions only after seeing a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index. A bench comprising Justice …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
1 month ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih will hear the matter at 3.30 PM.On Monday, the Court had observed that it would allow the relaxation of GRAP-4 restrictions only after seeing a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index. A bench comprising Justice …

Delhi schools to resume physical classes as Supreme Court eases anti-pollution measures
1 month ago

Delhi schools to resume physical classes as Supreme Court eases anti-pollution measures

India TV News  

Delhi schools back to physical mode: The Directorate of Education on Thursday issued a circular announcing the resumption of physical classes in all government and private schools in Delhi with immediate effect. Schools to resume physical classes with immediate effect As per the Delhi government order, all the government and private schools in Delhi can conduct classes in physical mode …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench of Justice Abhay Oka and Justice AG Masih will hear the case.On Thursday, the Court sought the response of NCR states for their "abject failure" in implementing GRAL IV measures. It also sought CAQM suggestions on moving from GRAP III or GRAP II.The Court also emphasized the …

SC slams Delhi officials over pollution, orders extended GRAP-4 measures
1 month, 1 week ago

SC slams Delhi officials over pollution, orders extended GRAP-4 measures

Deccan Chronicle  

The Supreme Court of India on Thursday strongly criticised Delhi authorities for their failure to effectively implement the Graded Response Action Plan Stage 4 measures aimed at combating severe air pollution. The court also questioned the delay in implementing GRAP-3 and GRAP-4 despite the Air Quality Index crossing hazardous levels earlier in the month. The Supreme Court instructed the CAQM …

Delhi Air Pollution: Supreme Court extends GRAP 4 measures till Monday; schools to operate in hybrid mode
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi Air Pollution: Supreme Court extends GRAP 4 measures till Monday; schools to operate in hybrid mode

Live Mint  

Delhi Air Pollution: Delhi, the national capital, will witness the continuation of enforcement of GRAP 4 measures till Monday, the Supreme Court said on Thursday. The Supreme Court bench, comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih, noted a “serious lapse” in ensuring the GRAP-IV curbs, as it refused to relax emergency measures under Stage 4. Meanwhile, the court …

Delhi Air Pollution - Court Commissioners Report 'Abject Failure' In Implementing GRAP-IV Measures; Supreme Court Seeks NCR States' Response
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Court Commissioners Report 'Abject Failure' In Implementing GRAP-IV Measures; Supreme Court Seeks NCR States' Response

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Thursday observed that the Court Commissioners' reports indicated "abject failure" on the part of the authorities in implementing the GRAP-IV measures to address the severe problem of air pollution in Delhi.The Court called for a response from the National Capital Region states by Monday on the measures they propose to take against. The Supreme Court on …

GRAP 4 restrictions to continue in Delhi amid rising air pollution, rules Supreme Court
1 month, 2 weeks ago

GRAP 4 restrictions to continue in Delhi amid rising air pollution, rules Supreme Court

India TV News  

The Supreme Court has once again taken stringent steps concerning the rising air pollution in Delhi-NCR. In a decision announced on Thursday, the court said that for the time being, GRAP IV measures will continue to remain in Delhi and the NCR region till Monday. The court also highlighted that they have received complaints regarding officials advising the farmers to …

Conduct classes in ‘hybrid’ mode, orders CAQM
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Conduct classes in ‘hybrid’ mode, orders CAQM

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Commission for Air Quality Management on Monday directed all schools in Delhi-NCR to conduct classes for students up to Class 12 in hybrid mode, allowing both physical and online attendance. The CAQM order stated, “State governments in the NCR shall ensure that all classes up to 12th Standard are conducted in a ‘hybrid’ mode, i.e., both in …

Schools In Delhi-NCR To Go In Hybrid Mode After Supreme Court Directive On Air Pollution
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Schools In Delhi-NCR To Go In Hybrid Mode After Supreme Court Directive On Air Pollution

ABP News  

The Commission for Air Quality Management on Monday mandated a hybrid mode of education for schools and colleges in Delhi-NCR, balancing students’ health with educational needs amid persistent air pollution concerns. The option to exercise online education, wherever available, shall vest with the students and their guardians.” This directive applies to educational institutions in the National Capital Territory of Delhi …

Delhi-NCR schools: Conduct classes in ‘hybrid’ mode, orders CAQM after SC’s direction — Details Here
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi-NCR schools: Conduct classes in ‘hybrid’ mode, orders CAQM after SC’s direction — Details Here

Live Mint  

Hours after the Supreme Court urged the air quality panel to consider reopening schools in Delhi-NCR citing unavailability of air purifiers and lack of mid-day meals, the Commission for Air Quality Management on Monday night ordered that all classes upto standard 12 be conducted in hybrid mode. “State Govts in the NCR shall ensure that all classes upto 12th Standard …

Delhi-NCR schools to conduct classes in 'hybrid' mode, orders air quality panel
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi-NCR schools to conduct classes in 'hybrid' mode, orders air quality panel

Hindustan Times  

The Commission for the Air Quality Management on Monday ordered that state governments in the Delhi-NCR shall ensure that all classes up to 12th standard are conducted in a “Hybrid” mode. The Air Quality panel's order comes hours after the Supreme Court asked the commission to consider restarting physical classes in schools and colleges stating that many students lacked mid-day …

Consider allowing physical classes in schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR: SC to CAQM
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Consider allowing physical classes in schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR: SC to CAQM

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management in the national capital region and adjoining areas to consider holding physical classes in schools and colleges. A bench headed by justice Abhay S Oka also directed the CAQM to provide air quality index figures till Wednesday, when the matter will be heard next, to decide on further …

Consider restarting physical classes in Delhi NCR schools, colleges: Supreme Court to air quality panel
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Consider restarting physical classes in Delhi NCR schools, colleges: Supreme Court to air quality panel

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Commission for Air Quality Management to immediately consider whether any relaxation can be given for holding physical classes for schools and educational institutions. The apex court said it was not reducing GRAP-4 measures till it is satisfied there is a consistent downward trend of AQI and has sought updated AQI figures of Delhi …

Delhi Air Pollution - Supreme Court Directs CAQM To Consider Allowing Physical Classes In Schools/Colleges
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Supreme Court Directs CAQM To Consider Allowing Physical Classes In Schools/Colleges

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Commission for Air Quality Management to consider relaxing the restrictions on physical classes of schools, colleges and educational institutions in Delhi-NCR, which were imposed last week due to severe air pollution.A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih directed the CAQM to consider relaxation. The Supreme Court on Monday …

SC asks CAQM to consider reopening schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR
1 month, 2 weeks ago

SC asks CAQM to consider reopening schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management in the national capital region and adjoining areas to consider restarting physical classes in schools and colleges, noting that many students lacked mid-day meals and infrastructure to attend online classes. A bench of justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih said many students do not …

SC asks CAQM to consider reopening schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR
1 month, 2 weeks ago

SC asks CAQM to consider reopening schools, colleges in Delhi-NCR

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management in the national capital region and adjoining areas to consider restarting physical classes in schools and colleges, noting that many students lacked mid-day meals and infrastructure to attend online classes. A bench of justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih said many students do not …

Most homes lack air purifiers: Supreme Court on reopening Delhi schools
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Most homes lack air purifiers: Supreme Court on reopening Delhi schools

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management to assess reopening physical classes in schools and colleges across Delhi-NCR. A bench led by Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih also addressed concerns over students missing mid-day meals and their inability to fully access virtual classes due to limited resources. Following the Supreme Court's new …

GRAP-IV pollution curbs to stay in Delhi, tighter border checks needed: Supreme Court
1 month, 2 weeks ago

GRAP-IV pollution curbs to stay in Delhi, tighter border checks needed: Supreme Court

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Monday pulled up the Delhi Police over no checkpoints at the borders of the city for checking the pollution measures and said that it was a "serious lapse". A bench, led by Justice AS Oka said that they would consider prosecution of the Delhi Police Commissioner under the Commission for Air Quality Management Act for deploying …

Can schools reopen in Delhi-NCR amid air pollution? This is what SC said on AQI today
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Can schools reopen in Delhi-NCR amid air pollution? This is what SC said on AQI today

India TV News  

The Supreme Court on Monday heard the issue of air pollution in Delhi and ordered to wait for two more days before reopening the school. The top court went through the report presented by the court commissioners and came down heavily upon the Delhi govt, Delhi Police and concerned agencies for inefficient implementation of the restrictions under GRAP IV. Notably, …

Delhi-NCR schools shift to hybrid mode amid air quality crisis
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi-NCR schools shift to hybrid mode amid air quality crisis

India TV News  

In compliance with the Supreme Court’s directives, giving relaxation in restrictions under Stage-III and Stage-IV of the GRAP, the Commission for Air Quality Management on Monday has issued directives for all schools in the region to conduct classes in a hybrid mode. Notably, the top court also went through the report presented by the court commissioners and came down heavily …

Schools opening updates: Online or physical classes in Delhi-NCR? Air quality body issues order
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Schools opening updates: Online or physical classes in Delhi-NCR? Air quality body issues order

India TV News  

In compliance with the Supreme Court’s directives, giving relaxation in restrictions under Stage-III and Stage-IV of the GRAP, the Commission for Air Quality Management on Monday ordered that state governments in the NCR shall ensure that all classes up to 12th standard are conducted in a “Hybrid” mode i.e., both in “physical” and also in an “online”, wherever online mode …

Delhi air pollution: AQI remains very poor, residents complain of health issues
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: AQI remains very poor, residents complain of health issues

India TV News  

Delhi AQI: Residents in the national capital complained of breathing difficulties as the air quality in Delhi remained in the very poor category on Sunday for the third-week post-Diwali. "We direct the Delhi Government and Delhi Police to ensure that check posts are immediately set up at all 113 entry points," the bench ordered. Keeping in view the rising level …

Delhi air pollution: SC seeks strict vigil at 113 checkpoints to monitor truck entry
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: SC seeks strict vigil at 113 checkpoints to monitor truck entry

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday flagged the Delhi government’s failure in enforcing anti- pollution GRAP-4 restrictions relating to entry of trucks in the national capital and directed immediate setting up of check posts at 113 entry points. A two-judge bench, led by Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih passed the order after it was apprised …

Delhi Air Pollution | Parents Belonging To Underprivileged Sections Urge Supreme Court To Review Suspension Of Physical Classes
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Parents Belonging To Underprivileged Sections Urge Supreme Court To Review Suspension Of Physical Classes

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Friday heard an application filed by parents of students belonging to the underprivileged communities raising concerns about the Delhi Government's order suspending physical classes for students up to Class 12 amidst the air pollution crisis.The bench of Justice AS Oka and Justice AG Masih was hearing a batch of petitions regarding the worsening air pollution. The …

Air Pollution: Supreme Court raps Delhi govt over entry of trucks, flags ‘drastic’ consequences of GRAP-4
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Air Pollution: Supreme Court raps Delhi govt over entry of trucks, flags ‘drastic’ consequences of GRAP-4

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court flagged the ‘drastic’ consequences of GRAP 4 restrictions in the Delhi-NCR region during a hearing on Friday. The top court also questioned the Delhi government over the entry of trucks in the national capital and suggested fresh measures to combat the air pollution crisis. The apex court criticized the Delhi government and police for failing to comply …

Delhi Air Pollution : Supreme Court Expresses Dissatisfaction With Enforcement Of Ban On Trucks, Appoints 13 Lawyers To Inspect Entry Points
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution : Supreme Court Expresses Dissatisfaction With Enforcement Of Ban On Trucks, Appoints 13 Lawyers To Inspect Entry Points

Live Law  

In the Delhi air pollution matter, the Supreme Court on Friday appointed 13 members of the Bar as court commissioners to visit the entry points to Delhi and verify whether entry of trucks is being stopped.As per the GRAP-IV restrictions imposed by the Commission for Air Quality Management, the entry of trucks is prohibited to Delhi-NCR to combat air pollution.The …

Delhi air pollution: Supreme Court flags GRAP-4 lapses, seeks report on heavy vehicles' entry
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: Supreme Court flags GRAP-4 lapses, seeks report on heavy vehicles' entry

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday resumed hearing in the plea seeking directions to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The Supreme Court held that the Delhi government and city police failed to implement GRAP Stage 4 restrictions regarding heavy vehicles entering the Capital. During the last hearing earlier this week over air pollution in Delhi and its nearby cities of Noida, …

Delhi-NCR schools shut, JNU goes online as AQI hits 'severe'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi-NCR schools shut, JNU goes online as AQI hits 'severe'

Hindustan Times  

Amid worsening air quality in the national capital, Jawaharlal Nehru University has decided to conduct classes online until November 22, citing severe pollution and hazardous AQI levels in Delhi and the NCR. Delhi-NCR chokes: Schools shut, JNU goes online as AQI hits 'severe' In Haryana, the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram, announced that, as per directives from the Director …

Schools closed: Physical classes suspended in THESE UP districts as air quality worsens | FULL LIST
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Schools closed: Physical classes suspended in THESE UP districts as air quality worsens | FULL LIST

India TV News  

Schools in eight National Capital Region districts in Uttar Pradesh have been directed to switch to online classes due to deteriorating air quality. Compliance with GRAP Guidelines The decision follows the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan, which mandates specific anti-pollution measures during severe pollution levels. Pollution Control Measures Intensify District magistrates have issued directives to curb pollution through …

Delhi air pollution: CJI Sanjiv Khanna asks judges to allow virtual hearings as smog shrouds city | Details
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: CJI Sanjiv Khanna asks judges to allow virtual hearings as smog shrouds city | Details

India TV News  

Delhi Air Pollution: Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna announced on Tuesday that all judges have been asked to facilitate virtual hearings wherever feasible, considering the severe pollution levels in Delhi-NCR. Delhi continues to choke as air quality stays 'severe plus' It should be mentioned here that Delhi continues to grapple with hazardous air pollution as the Air Quality Index …

Delhi chokes as air quality stays 'severe plus', AQI touches 500-mark in several parts of city
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi chokes as air quality stays 'severe plus', AQI touches 500-mark in several parts of city

India TV News  

Delhi air pollution: Delhi continues to grapple with hazardous air pollution as the Air Quality Index reaches the "severe plus" category, touching the 500 mark in several areas. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the air quality index in several areas of Delhi, including Anand Vihar, Ashok Vihar, Bawana, Jahangirpuri, and Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, reached 500 on Tuesday …

Delhi government orders online mode for Classes 10, 12 after SC rap on pollution
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi government orders online mode for Classes 10, 12 after SC rap on pollution

Hindustan Times  

Amid crippling air pollution, the Delhi government on Monday suspended physical classes for the students of Classes 10 and 12. Pollution and smog at Delhi's Kartavya Path "From tomorrow, physical classes shall be suspended for Class 10 and 12 as well, and all studies will be shifted online," Delhi CM Atishi wrote on X. The decision came after the Supreme …

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Advises Use Of Masks Amid 'Severe+' Air Quality In Delhi-NCR
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Advises Use Of Masks Amid 'Severe+' Air Quality In Delhi-NCR

Live Law  

The Supreme Court has issued a circular calling for strict adherence to preventive health measures, including wearing masks, as air quality in Delhi-NCR continues to deteriorate. Referring to an order by the Commission for Air Quality Management dated November 17, 2024, the circular highlights the implementation of Stage-IV measures under the revised Graded Response Action Plan. The Supreme Court today …

Delhi air pollution: SC orders closure of NCR schools, Grap 4 restrictions
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: SC orders closure of NCR schools, Grap 4 restrictions

Hindustan Times  

Schools will remain shut in the entire National Capital Region, and GRAP 4 restrictions will remain till further orders, the Supreme Court said on Monday, censuring the Commission for Air Quality Management for Delhi and adjoining areas for delaying the imposition of graded response action plan 3 and 4 curbs. “It is because of your default that we are facing …

Delhi Air Pollution | GRAP-IV Restrictions To Continue In NCR Even If AQI Falls Below 450 : Supreme Court
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution | GRAP-IV Restrictions To Continue In NCR Even If AQI Falls Below 450 : Supreme Court

Live Law  

Addressing the deteriorating air quality in the Delhi-National Capital Region, the Supreme Court on Monday directed that the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan Statge IV should continue even if the Air Quality Index of Delhi improves and falls below 450 till further orders. The Court also expressed dissatisfaction with the Commission for Air Quality Management for waiting for …

Delhi air pollution: Do not relax anti-pollution GRAP-4 curbs without court’s nod, says Supreme Court
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: Do not relax anti-pollution GRAP-4 curbs without court’s nod, says Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court slammed the Commission on Air Quality Management on Monday for delayed action while directing Stage IV of the Graded Response Plan to continue even if the Air Quality Index in the national capital and its regions fell below the ‘severe-plus’ 450 threshold. Delhi air pollution: Do not relax anti-pollution GRAP-4 curbs without court’s nod, says Supreme Court …

DU Colleges closed: Physical classes cancelled, students to attend online amid air pollution in Delhi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

DU Colleges closed: Physical classes cancelled, students to attend online amid air pollution in Delhi

India TV News  

The management of the University of Delhi on Monday announced the cancellation of all physical classes and the commencement of online classes due to rising air pollution in the Delhi-NCR area. However, the Supreme Court today ordered the closer of rest classes - classes 10 and 12 as the air quality in the national capital deteriorated further. The apex court …

Air pollution: SC orders closure of classes 10, 12 in Delhi-NCR, schools to shift to online mode
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Air pollution: SC orders closure of classes 10, 12 in Delhi-NCR, schools to shift to online mode

India TV News  

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has ordered the closure of 10th and 12th grade classes across the Delhi- National Capital Region due to the worsening air quality. The court questioned the Delhi government and the Commission for Air Quality Management over the delay in invoking pollution preventive measures under GRAP stages. The court asked all Delhi-NCR …

GRAP Stage 4 Activated in Delhi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GRAP Stage 4 Activated in Delhi

Deccan Chronicle  

The anti-pollution measures under Stage 4 of GRAP include stopping the entry of most truck traffic into Delhi, except for trucks carrying essential commodities and providing essential services. Under Stage 4, Light Commercial Vehicles registered outside Delhi will not be permitted, other than EVs/CNG/BS-IV diesel, to enter Delhi, except those with essential commodities and providing essential services. It also allows …

Delhi schools to hold online classes as GRAP 4 enforced from today
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi schools to hold online classes as GRAP 4 enforced from today

Hindustan Times  

With GRAP-4 restrictions coming into effect from Monday, Delhi chief minister Atishi announced the suspension of physical classes for all students except those in Classes 10 and 12, with schools shifting to online mode until further notice. The move comes as the air quality in Delhi-NCR worsened on Sunday, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management to implement Stage-IV of …

Delhi Schools Closure News: Classes for all students except Class 10, 12 moved online as AQI drops to ‘severe’ plus zone
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi Schools Closure News: Classes for all students except Class 10, 12 moved online as AQI drops to ‘severe’ plus zone

Live Mint  

Amid the rising air pollution in the nationals capital and the GRAP Stage 4 guidelines in effect from Monday, Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday announced that physical classes will be discontinued for all students till class 9. All schools will hold online classes, until further orders.” Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR region will implement additional restrictions from Monday morning amid worsening air quality. …

Delhi air pollution: Supreme Court to hear plea seeking enforcement of measures to improve ‘severe’ AQI
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi air pollution: Supreme Court to hear plea seeking enforcement of measures to improve ‘severe’ AQI

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a plea seeking enforcement of measures to curb air pollution in the National Capital. As per the cause list of November 18 uploaded on the Supreme court website, a Bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih is slated to hear the plea. On November 14, the Supreme court …

AQI still ‘severe’ in smoggy Delhi, Haryana allows partial school closure
1 month, 3 weeks ago

AQI still ‘severe’ in smoggy Delhi, Haryana allows partial school closure

Hindustan Times  

The Air Quality Index in most parts of Delhi and its adjoining areas remained in ‘severe’ category on Sunday, November 17, while smoggy conditions also prevailed amid colder winds bringing the temperature in the cities down. An Anti smog truck spraying mist to settle down the dust particles after the AQI in Delhi is increased at Kartavya Path in New …

Delhi air quality alert: AQI in ‘severe’ category as smog engulfs national capital
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi air quality alert: AQI in ‘severe’ category as smog engulfs national capital

India TV News  

Delhi’s air quality deteriorated on Sunday, with the Air Quality Index moving to 433 and placed in the “severe” category. The Delhi Traffic Police on Friday issued 550 challans and collected a fine of Rs 1 crore for violations, including prohibited use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles, along with hitting vehicles 4,855 without proper pollution certificates amounting to …

Delhi air pollution: GRAP IV revoked, restrictions on truck traffic eased
1 year, 1 month ago

Delhi air pollution: GRAP IV revoked, restrictions on truck traffic eased

Hindustan Times  

Following the direction of the Commission for Air Quality Management, revoking Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan in the national capital and adjoining areas, the Delhi government on Saturday relaxed the restrictions imposed on truck traffic. Earlier in the day, the Commission for Air Quality Management revoked Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan in Delhi and adjoining …

Buses except CNG, electric, BS-VI diesel likely to be barred from entering Delhi
1 year, 1 month ago

Buses except CNG, electric, BS-VI diesel likely to be barred from entering Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Buses not running on Compressed Natural Gas, electricity, or adhering to the Bharat Stage VI diesel emission standards may be barred from entering the national capital in view of the pollution situation, news agency PTI reported. The report suggests that the authorities are likely to impose a complete ban on passenger buses except those running on CNG, electricity and BS-VI …

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