National Capital Region (NCR)

CAQM Affidavit to SC: Aging Vehicles Intensifying Winter Air Pollution

As the smog season approaches, marked by the festive period of Diwali and the onset of winter, Delhi’s air quality is once again a pressing concern. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has recently filed an affidavit with the Supreme Court, highlighting the inadequate actions taken by several states,...

Delhi Air Quality Declines to ‘Poor’ As Temperatures Stay Below 20°C

On Sunday morning, residents of the National Capital Region (NCR) awoke to a disheartening haze as air quality plummeted sharply. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported a 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of 224 at 4 PM, categorizing the air quality as “poor.” This marks a troubling increase...

Weather Today: Delhi NCR to Experience Light Rainfall and Thunderstorms with Gusty Winds

Residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) should prepare for light to moderate rainfall today, accompanied by light thunderstorms and occasional lightning. Gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-50 km/h are also expected. The weather conditions will impact several areas including Sohana, Palwal, Bawal, and Nuh in Haryana; Meerut,...

Delhi: Heavy Rainfall Triggers Severe Waterlogging and Traffic Chaos

Delhi witnessed severe waterlogging and traffic congestion on Thursday morning as heavy rains battered several parts of the capital. The downpour caused widespread disruption, with many areas grappling with waterlogged roads and gridlocked traffic, leaving commuters stranded and struggling to navigate the flooded streets. Worst hit areas One of the...