Delhi AQI hits 455: GRAP stage III–IV curbs kick in; 50% WFH for offices, hybrid classes for schools

Delhi faces severe air pollution as AQI crosses 450, triggering Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan. Restrictions include a ban on BS III petrol and BS IV diesel vehicles, work-from-home for 50% of office staff, and a halt to construction. These measures aim to curb pollution and protect public health.

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In a shocking turn of events early Tuesday, the Delhi-Agra Expressway near Mathura witnessed a devastating blaze as multiple buses caught fire, raising concerns for those on board. The incident occurred amid a thick veil of smog engulfing Uttar Pradesh, which severely compromised visibility, even obscuring the majestic Taj Mahal.

UP road accident: Several buses catch fire on Delhi-Agra expressway due to fog; 4 killed

In a shocking turn of events early Tuesday, the Delhi-Agra Expressway near Mathura witnessed a devastating blaze as multiple buses caught fire, raising concerns for those on board. The incident occurred amid a thick veil of smog engulfing Uttar Pradesh, which severely compromised visibility, even obscuring the majestic Taj Mahal.

The Indian Army displayed a Turkish-made Yiha kamikaze drone, shot down on May 10 during a conflict with Pakistan. Launched from Lahore with a 10-kg explosive payload, the drone was intended for Jalandhar but was intercepted by Army Air Defence. Pakistan deployed numerous such drones during the clashes.

Watch: India displays Turkish drone used by Pak in Op Sindoor; was going to hit Jalandhar

The Indian Army displayed a Turkish-made Yiha kamikaze drone, shot down on May 10 during a conflict with Pakistan. Launched from Lahore with a 10-kg explosive payload, the drone was intended for Jalandhar but was intercepted by Army Air Defence. Pakistan deployed numerous such drones during the clashes.

Tragedy struck Bondi Beach as a father-son duo unleashed gunfire at a Hanukkah event, claiming at least 15 lives. The attackers, identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram, opened fire from a footbridge. Police neutralised Sajid, while Naveed was apprehended. Investigations are underway, with possible links to extremist groups being explored.

Pak national, unemployed: What we know about Bondi beach shooters — key findings

Tragedy struck Bondi Beach as a father-son duo unleashed gunfire at a Hanukkah event, claiming at least 15 lives. The attackers, identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram, opened fire from a footbridge. Police neutralised Sajid, while Naveed was apprehended. Investigations are underway, with possible links to extremist groups being explored.

Tragedy struck Bondi Beach as a father-son duo unleashed gunfire at a Hanukkah event, claiming at least 15 lives. The attackers, identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram, opened fire from a footbridge. Police neutralised Sajid, while Naveed was apprehended. Investigations are underway, with possible links to extremist groups being explored.

Pak national, unemployed: What we know about Bondi Beach shooters Sajid Akram & Naveed

Tragedy struck Bondi Beach as a father-son duo unleashed gunfire at a Hanukkah event, claiming at least 15 lives. The attackers, identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram, opened fire from a footbridge. Police neutralised Sajid, while Naveed was apprehended. Investigations are underway, with possible links to extremist groups being explored.

The Centre is set to replace MGNREGA with the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, guaranteeing 125 days of wage employment and focusing on water security, rural infrastructure, and climate resilience. This revamped law aims to boost the rural economy, benefit farmers and labourers through increased income, predictable work, and digital formalisation, addressing past systemic failures.

MGNREGA to be replaced by VB–G Ram G: What it is and how it’s different — key FAQs answered

The Centre is set to replace MGNREGA with the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, guaranteeing 125 days of wage employment and focusing on water security, rural infrastructure, and climate resilience. This revamped law aims to boost the rural economy, benefit farmers and labourers through increased income, predictable work, and digital formalisation, addressing past systemic failures.

Bondi Beach attack: Father and son named as suspects; death toll rises to 15

Sydney shooting: Father and son named as suspects in Bondi Beach attack; death toll rises to 15

The Pakistan dugout rose to its feet and applauded as Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who had tormented bowlers in the previous match, was sent back early. After completing the catch, Sayyam threw the ball into the air and leapt in celebration, with his teammates rushing in to hug him as Pakistan celebrated a massive early success against their arch-rivals.

Roars and leaps! Vaibhav Suryavanshi fails to fire, Pakistan go wild in celebration - Watch

The Pakistan dugout rose to its feet and applauded as Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who had tormented bowlers in the previous match, was sent back early. After completing the catch, Sayyam threw the ball into the air and leapt in celebration, with his teammates rushing in to hug him as Pakistan celebrated a massive early success against their arch-rivals.

Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested at Kolkata airport, preventing him from leaving the city after the chaotic Lionel Messi show at Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of fans were left disappointed by the aborted programme, with allegations of mismanagement surfacing. Police confirmed investigations are underway into the fiasco.

Messi event chaos: Organiser stopped from fleeing Kolkata in chartered plane

Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested at Kolkata airport, preventing him from leaving the city after the chaotic Lionel Messi show at Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of fans were left disappointed by the aborted programme, with allegations of mismanagement surfacing. Police confirmed investigations are underway into the fiasco.

Mumbai leads Indian cities in road traffic CO₂ emissions per km due to high vehicle density. A new study reveals major metros like Delhi and Bengaluru also show significant NOx and CO pollution. The research, part of the CHETNA project, mapped emissions across 15 cities at a 500-meter resolution.

Mumbai tops road traffic CO2 emissions/km; Delhi & Bengaluru among nation’s top 3 — key findings

Mumbai leads Indian cities in road traffic CO₂ emissions per km due to high vehicle density. A new study reveals major metros like Delhi and Bengaluru also show significant NOx and CO pollution. The research, part of the CHETNA project, mapped emissions across 15 cities at a 500-meter resolution.

The FBI released footage of a suspect in the Brown University shooting that killed two and injured nine. The individual, seen in black, was walking past a traffic light, though their face was not visible. Investigators are still determining how the shooter gained access to the classroom where the incident began.

Brown University shooting: 1st visuals surface showing gunman; massive manhunt launched

The FBI released footage of a suspect in the Brown University shooting that killed two and injured nine. The individual, seen in black, was walking past a traffic light, though their face was not visible. Investigators are still determining how the shooter gained access to the classroom where the incident began.

Two young Punjabi students, Gurdeep Singh (27) and Ranveer Singh (18), were tragically shot and killed in Edmonton, Canada, while en route to a party. The victims, both from Mansa district, were reportedly shot while in their car. Canadian police are investigating the incident and have apprehended several Punjabi youths.

Canada shooting: 2 Punjabi youths killed while heading to party; probe underway

Two young Punjabi students, Gurdeep Singh (27) and Ranveer Singh (18), were tragically shot and killed in Edmonton, Canada, while en route to a party. The victims, both from Mansa district, were reportedly shot while in their car. Canadian police are investigating the incident and have apprehended several Punjabi youths.

Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested at Kolkata airport, preventing him from leaving the city after the chaotic Lionel Messi show at Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of fans were left disappointed by the aborted programme, with allegations of mismanagement surfacing. Police confirmed investigations are underway into the fiasco.

Messi event chaos: Organiser stopped from fleeing Kolkata in chartered plane; full refunds offered

Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested at Kolkata airport, preventing him from leaving the city after the chaotic Lionel Messi show at Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of fans were left disappointed by the aborted programme, with allegations of mismanagement surfacing. Police confirmed investigations are underway into the fiasco.

Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested at Kolkata airport, preventing him from leaving the city after the chaotic Lionel Messi show at Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of fans were left disappointed by the aborted programme, with allegations of mismanagement surfacing. Police confirmed investigations are underway into the fiasco.

Messi event chaos: How organiser was stopped from fleeing Kolkata; full refunds offered

Event organiser Satadru Dutta was arrested at Kolkata airport, preventing him from leaving the city after the chaotic Lionel Messi show at Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of fans were left disappointed by the aborted programme, with allegations of mismanagement surfacing. Police confirmed investigations are underway into the fiasco.

Delhi-NCR choked under severe toxic smog, with air quality hitting 491, the worst this year. Authorities invoked Stage IV GRAP, banning construction and restricting diesel trucks. Schools and offices adopted hybrid models. Experts cite emissions and weather for the crisis, urging emission cuts. Residents advised to stay indoors.

Delhi chokes on ‘severe plus’ AQI: Smog engulfs city, low visibility; key points

Delhi-NCR choked under severe toxic smog, with air quality hitting 491, the worst this year. Authorities invoked Stage IV GRAP, banning construction and restricting diesel trucks. Schools and offices adopted hybrid models. Experts cite emissions and weather for the crisis, urging emission cuts. Residents advised to stay indoors.