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Delhi Metro services to start early on January 26
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced changes to its train schedule for Republic Day 2026.
Delhi braces for chilly weather as IMD predicts rain
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a significant change in Delhi's weather over the next few days.
Delhi government to add 7,000 EV charging points this year
The Delhi government has announced plans to expand the city's electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure by adding 7,000 charging points and 100 battery swapping stations in 2026, a PTI report quoted officials as saying on Monday.
Delhi shrouded in fog, air quality still 'severe'
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to a harsh winter morning on Saturday, with low temperatures, dense fog, and hazardous air quality. The cold wave continued unabated for the sixth consecutive day.
Delhi shivers at 2.9°C, coldest January morning in 3 years
Delhi experienced its coldest January morning in three years on Thursday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 2.9 degrees Celsius.
Delhi records season's coldest day at 3.2°C
Delhi and several northern states of India are reeling under a cold wave, with temperatures dropping to their season's lowest.
At 5.8 degrees, Delhi records season's lowest temperature
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 5.8°C on Thursday morning, marking 1.1 degrees Celsius below normal.
Delhi bans non-BS-VI vehicles from entering; ₹20,000 fines for violators
Delhi is currently facing a severe air pollution crisis with the air quality index (AQI) plunging to hazardous levels. The Chilla border recorded an AQI of around 490.
40 flights delayed, trains affected as dense fog hits Delhi
Delhi once again witnessed dense fog early Thursday, severely affecting visibility.
Delhi mandates 50% WFH; affected construction workers to receive ₹10,000
The Delhi government has issued new guidelines mandating 50% of employees in offices to work from home. The move is aimed at tackling the city's severe air quality crisis.
No fuel if no valid PUC from Thursday in Delhi
The Delhi government has announced a series of stringent measures to tackle the city's worsening air pollution.
Delhi bans firewood tandoors to tackle pollution
The Delhi government has banned the use of coal and firewood tandoors in eateries as part of its efforts to combat rising air pollution levels.
61 flights canceled, 400 delayed amid dense fog in Delhi
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has been severely affected by dense fog, resulting in the cancellation of 61 flights and the diversion of five others.
Delhi airport, airlines issue travel advisories amid severe smog
The Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi has issued a travel advisory for passengers on Monday morning.
1,000 additional security personnel deployed for Messi's Delhi event
In light of the chaos that erupted at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium during the recent GOAT event featuring Lionel Messi, the Delhi Police have stepped up security measures for the upcoming show at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Delhi sees marginal AQI improvement at 269
Delhi's air quality improved marginally on Wednesday morning with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 269 at 8:00am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.
Delhi's air quality improves slightly; AQI at 305
Delhi woke up to a thick layer of smog on Sunday as its Air Quality Index (AQI) settled at 305, still in the "very poor" category. However, this is a slight improvement from Saturday, when its average AQI was 330.
Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor' as temperature rises amid disturbance
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) worsened further on Saturday, despite a slight rise in the minimum temperature.
Delhi air quality sees mild improvement; enters 'poor' category
Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Thursday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 299 at 8:00am.
2 Delhi University colleges receive bomb threats
Two Delhi University colleges, Ramjas College and Deshbandhu College, were evacuated on Wednesday after receiving bomb threats via email.
Delhi: Speeding Mercedes-Benz SUV runs over 3, killing 1
A fatal accident involving a speeding Mercedes SUV took place in Delhi's Vasant Kunj area near Ambience Mall early Sunday morning.
Delhi sees 4-year high in malaria cases this November
Delhi has witnessed a spike in malaria cases this November, with 67 new infections reported. This is the highest number of cases for the month since 2021.
Delhi gasps for breath as air quality turns 'severe'
Delhi woke up to a thick layer of smog on Sunday morning, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 381 at 7:00am.
Delhi: Over ₹84cr fines for PUC violations in a month
The Delhi Traffic Police has collected over ₹84.98 crore in fines for Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate violations between October 14 and November 18, news agency PTI reported.
3 private Delhi schools receive bomb threats
Three private schools in New Delhi received bomb threats on Thursday morning.
Delhi residents, students protest at Jantar Mantar over worsening pollution
Hundreds of Delhi residents, including students from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi University (DU), and Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), protested at Jantar Mantar on Tuesday.
Delhi: CAQM dismisses reports of GRAP-4 enforcement
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has quashed reports that the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-IV has been enforced in New Delhi.
Delhi air turns toxic as AQI nears 500; GRAP-4 implemented
The air quality in Delhi and its neighboring cities hit alarming levels on Tuesday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing 400 in some areas.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' despite strong winds
Delhi continued to battle "very poor" air quality for the fourth consecutive day on Monday, despite strong winds being registered on Sunday.
Delhi's pollution driven largely by PM10: Environment Minister
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has attributed the city's high pollution levels to PM10 emissions. These are primarily from construction activities, dusty roads, and traffic congestion.
Delhi's air quality improves slightly, still 'very poor'
Residents of Delhi woke up to a toxic haze on November 14, as the national capital continued to battle poor air quality.
Delhi's AQI remains 'severe' for 3rd day; stubble-burning major contributor
Delhi's air quality remained in the "severe" category for the third consecutive day on Thursday, with stubble burning emerging as a major contributor to pollution.
'After blast, Chandni Chowk market has taken ₹300-400cr hit': MP
The Chandni Chowk market in Delhi has suffered a major setback after a suspected suicide blast near the Red Fort.
Delhi Police directs all second-hand car dealers to verify sales
In the wake of the Red Fort blast, which killed 13 people and injured several others, Delhi Police have asked all second-hand car dealers in the national capital and neighboring states to verify and share details of recent vehicle sales.
Delhi's AQI in 'severe' category despite GRAP-III curbs
Delhi's air quality continued to deteriorate on Wednesday, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 413 in the 'severe' category at 8:00am.
Delhi's air quality crisis: Residents lose faith in government data
Delhi's battle against toxic air has intensified, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting "severe" levels over the weekend.
Delhi schools to switch to hybrid as pollution crisis worsens
The Directorate of Education (DoE) has directed all schools in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) to switch to hybrid classes for students up to Class V.
Delhi's air quality worsens, Bawana records 'severe' level of 403
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) deteriorated further on Saturday, with Bawana recording a "severe" level of 403.
Rohini slum fire: 1 dead, child hospitalized; cause unknown
A massive fire broke out late Friday night in a slum near Rithala Metro Station in Rohini, Delhi.