India Open 2026: Grander Venue, Tickets Available
The prestigious India Open badminton tournament is shifting to Delhi's iconic IG Indoor Stadium in 2026 for a grander spectacle. Official tickets are now on sale. Don't miss out!
The prestigious India Open badminton tournament is shifting to Delhi's iconic IG Indoor Stadium in 2026 for a grander spectacle. Official tickets are now on sale. Don't miss out!
Delhi records its worst December air quality in seven years, with PM2.5 levels soaring. Surprisingly, stubble burning contributed only 3-5%, pointing to local pollution as the main culprit. Read the full analysis.
IAS officer Tarun Kumar Pithode outlines CAQM's progress on stubble burning, industries & vehicles. A new 2026-based emission inventory aims for better forecasts. Read the full interview.
DPCC inspection reveals illegal dumping of solid waste & C&D debris in Mundka, Delhi. Open burning also recorded. NGT hearing ongoing. Read the full report details.
Indian golfer Ajeetesh Sandhu is in contention at the Tata Open, reaching the final round. Follow his journey for a potential victory in this prestigious tournament.
Unchecked stubble burning in Andhra Pradesh's farmlands is creating a severe air pollution threat for Amaravati and Vijayawada, with PM2.5 levels reaching 140. Experts warn of a potential 'Delhi-like' crisis if immediate action is not taken.
President Trump's executive order creates a 5-day holiday for federal workers. Find out if banks, stock markets, and post offices are open the day after Christmas.
Delhi's air quality improved to an AQI of 234 on Monday, but authorities warn of likely deterioration in the coming days due to unfavorable meteorological conditions. Stay informed on the latest updates.
Planning your Christmas meal? Here's a detailed list of major restaurant chains like McDonald's and Waffle House that will be open on December 25th, with their specific holiday timings.
Planning last-minute Christmas shopping? Many major stores like Walmart, Target, and Costco are open on December 24 with special hours. Check the complete list of grocery and retail timings here before you head out.
CAQM imposes Rs 61.8 crore environmental compensation on six thermal power plants near Delhi for failing to meet mandatory biomass co-firing targets aimed at curbing stubble burning pollution. Read the full details.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari raises alarm over Delhi's severe air pollution crisis, with AQI hitting 450. Stubble burning and firecrackers worsen the toxic smog. Read for health impacts and official response.
Planning last-minute Christmas shopping? Here are the confirmed operating hours for Walmart, Kroger, Costco, and other major US grocery stores on Christmas Eve 2025. Plan your visit now!
Municipal Corporation of Delhi intensifies anti-pollution drive, imposing fines totalling Rs 55 lakh in December for biomass burning, illegal dumping, and GRAP violations. Read about the enforcement actions.
A look at the parallels between Beijing and Delhi's air pollution crises, the measures taken, and what India can learn from China's two-decade-long clean-up drive. Explore the data and policies.
Delhi's fire department logs 3,598 garbage burning complaints till Nov 9, averaging 11 calls daily. Experts warn this open burning is a major, underestimated pollution source. Learn the risks and solutions.
A comprehensive analysis of Delhi's severe air pollution, covering sources, health impacts, government initiatives, and solutions. Essential reading for UPSC exam preparation on environmental issues.
Delhi University's winter exams under NEP see massive turnout of 2.28 lakh students. School of Open Learning students constitute nearly 30% of total examinees. Morning sessions witness heaviest load.
Sennheiser launches its ACCENTUM Open true wireless earbuds in a new Sakura Pink colour. Perfect for festive gifting, it combines style with signature open-ear comfort and clarity. Read more.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann questions BJP's narrative on Delhi's pollution, citing a 70-80% drop in farm fires. He calls it a political blame game. Read his full argument.
Despite clear causes for 25 years, India's air pollution crisis worsens. Delhi's winter script repeats as solutions are ignored. Read why science is sidelined in the fight for breathable air.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann challenges Delhi ministers over pollution blame, citing delayed paddy harvest due to floods. Read the full political debate on air quality.
Supreme Court blames affluent lifestyles for Delhi's severe air pollution, with transport sector contributing 41%. Next hearing on Wednesday. Read more.
Govt data reveals Delhi's open schooling safety net for Class IX failures is broken. Low enrollment & 30% pass rates leave thousands with no clear path. Experts call it a structural failure.
The National Stock Exchange launches a 15-minute pre-open call auction for equity derivatives starting December 8. Learn how the new session works and its impact on trading strategies.
New CREA data shows stubble burning's share in Delhi's PM2.5 fell to 7% in Nov 2025 from 20% last year, highlighting year-round pollution sources. Read the full analysis.
A new CREA report reveals Delhi's air pollution levels nearly doubled in November 2025 despite reduced stubble burning. Discover the key findings and implications for public health.
Uttar Pradesh sees an alarming 18.6% rise in stubble burning incidents in 2025 vs 2024, worsening winter smog. Maharajganj tops list. Experts warn of shifting patterns.
For the first time, CAQM directs Punjab and Haryana to monitor and prevent wheat stubble burning in summer, extending its pollution fight beyond the paddy season. Learn about the alarming fire counts and new action plans.
Opposition MPs protest in Parliament demanding action on Delhi's severe air pollution. AQI hits 'severe' levels, sparking health and governance debates. Read the full story.