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Even before Diwali Delhi-NCR suffocates as AQI level touches 999 mark - While in Delhi the AQI level was recorded at 874, it exceeded 999 in Noida, whereas in Ghaziabad the AQI level reached 767 mark. Air quality index in Greater Noida was recorded at 438, while it was 516 in Gurugram.

Amarinder leads 'relay dharna' at Jantar Mantar in Delhi - Taking the fight of Punjab farmers to Delhi and to highlight the crisis of supplies in the state due to suspension of goods trains, Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Wednesday led the 'relay dharna' by Congress MPs and MLAs at the Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

Air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category in parts of Delhi - Air quality continues to deteriorate in the national capital. No respite for Delhiites, as on November 03 the air quality in parts of Delhi remained in 'very poor' category. Thick layer of smog enveloped Ghazipur area.

India's food aid arrives in Sudan as part of New Delhi's outreach amid COVID - All in all, India is sending 270 MT tonnes of food aid to all four countries.

Delhi: Baba Ka Dhaba owner files complaint against YouTuber who made him famous, here's why - Kanta Prasad, the owner of the now-famous 'Baba Ka Dhaba' in south Delhi, has filed a police complaint against Instagram influencer Gaurav Wasan for allegedly misappropriating money that was raised to help him and his wife.

IPL 2020 playoff scenarios – Delhi Capitals in trouble, Sunrisers Hyderabad surge - Sunrisers Hyderabad have moved to fourth in the points table after beating Royal Challengers Bangalore while Delhi Capitals are in big trouble.

Delhi: Online bookings for high-security registration plates and colour-coded stickers resume today, here's how to apply - In order to meet the challenges, the government has decided to increase the number of outlets for installation of high-security registration plates.

No respite for Delhi-NCR as air quality remains 'very poor' - To tackle the rising air pollution, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday launched the "Green Delhi" app, which would enable people to register complaints about violation of anti-pollution norms.

Unlock 5.0: Public buses in Delhi allowed to run with full capacity - Delhi has 32,526 COVID-19 cases with 6450 deaths.

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Good news for commuters: Travel using same card in both Delhi, Noida Metros soon - In order to avoid any kind of technical issue, the Metro authorities are planning to start the system only once they have successfully conducted the trials.

Delhi police whip over 200 slums at Rangpuri leaving hundreds homeless - Delhi Police demolished around 200-250 slums at Rangpuri in Mahipalpur on October 29. Locals claimed that the demolition took place without any official notice leaving 500 to 700 people homeless. People living in these slums claimed of paying electricity and water bills without fail and still facing atrocities. The residents are now compelled to sleep on road. With winter season around the corner, the demolition has added to their plight.

New Delhi sends new name for acting head of Indian mission in Islamabad - Pakistan had denied a visa for Jayant Khobragade, a senior Indian diplomat whose name was earlier proposed by New Delhi in June. Pakistan rejected Khobragade's name since they said he is too senior for the post.

Only green crackers allowed in Delhi this Diwali, up to Rs 1 lakh fine for violation - The AAP government is starting an anti-cracker campaign from November 3, for which 11 teams of DPCC will be formed.

India, five Central Asian countries vow to 'increase engagement', New Delhi announces $1 billion line of credit - The ministers of the Central Asian countries "appreciated" India’s efforts to modernize the infrastructure of the Chabahar port in Iran which the joint statement stated, "could become an important link in trade and transport communications between the markets of Central and South Asia."

Cyclists face breathing problem amid rising pollution in Delhi - The air quality of national capital is continuously deteriorating with rise of pollutants in the atmosphere. Air Quality Index (AQI) is at 274 in ITO, in 'poor' category, as per Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. AQI is at 313 in Anand Vihar, 305 in RK Puram, 325 in Mundka and 309 in Patparganj; all four in 'very poor' category as per Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) data. The AQI is again in 'very poor' category at several locations in the national capital on October 28. Thick layer of smog enveloped in Delhi related to which residents raised their concerns. Delhi Government has launched campaigns like-'Yudh Pradushan ke Virudh' and 'Red Light On, Gaadi Off' to combat the problems of air pollution.

Delhi: Doctors threaten indefinite strike from today over non-payment of salaries - The association believes that it has already given ample time to the authorities to thing over their problem and find a solution.

IPL 2020 Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals - Head-to-head and past encounters - Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in an all-important clash for the playoff race in IPL 2020 on Tuesday (October 27) at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. 

Will bring new law to tackle Delhi-NCR air pollution, Centre tells SC - Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the Supreme Court that the Centre has taken a holistic view of the issue of air pollution in Delhi NCR and it intends to bring out legislation in next three to four days to tackle this issue.

Delhi govt launches e-vehicle portal, claiming of subsidy now hassle-free - People buying e-vehicles can now easily claim subsidies without any hassle on the portal - ev.delhi.gov.in

Locals attend ‘Ramlila’ in Delhi amid COVID crisis - People attended the Ramlila event organised at Shastri Park in Delhi on October 22. COVID norms were being followed by attendees. An artist said, "We are following all the social distancing norms. We are glad that we got permission to perform our play, and people are also happy with the decision."

Amidst Trump's comment calling India's air filthy, Delhi-NCR already chokes - It seems that this year the smog season has already started. The air quality of Delhi NCR is fast deteriorating due to which it's becoming increasingly difficult for people to go out of their houses.

Afghanistan's Ata Mohammad Noor meets EAM, Foreign Secretary in Delhi; briefs about Afghan peace process - Noor, an ethnic Tajik is the 3rd prominent Afghan leader to visit India in the last one month as peace talks in the country accelerate.

Service to mankind! Delhi restaurateurs provide food to Rohingya refugees - Even as the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the hospitality industry adversely, some restaurateurs of Delhi-NCR are doing their bit for society during the festivities amid these unprecedented times. A group of restaurant owners in Delhi are distributing food among refugees and needy people during Navratri festival. Restaurants and bars-‘The Marketplace’, ‘Josh-The High Energy Bar’ and ‘Swagath Restaurant & Bar’ are serving food to the Rohingya refugees living in Jasola slum. The food is being distributed with precaution following all the safety guidelines among the Rohingyas. Speaking to ANI, owner of ‘Josh-The High Energy Bar’ and ‘The Market Place’, Shivam Sehgal said “The festival is just another reason for me to spread happiness and you know blessings from these poor people can never be enough. I do this a few times a year. I am in the hospitality industry for almost five years and this helps me with doing this all the more.” Rohingya refugee Mohd Shirajullah said there are more facilities in India than Burma. He said, “People here help us a lot, whether it is with food or shelter. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, people have been helping us with food, oil, soaps and shampoos right from the time of the lockdown.” Another refugee said that they have no problem here. He added, “Government has made all the arrangements. We are thankful that India is helping us.” Serving the refugees during festivities of India is a wonderful act by these people. India certainly need more people like them.

Air quality remains unhealthy as smog lingers sky of Delhi - Air quality of national capital, Delhi remained unhealthy on October 21. Air Quality Index (AQI) near ITO recorded PM 2.5 at 150 and PM 10 at 186. Delhiites raised concern over the bad air quality amid COVID-19 pandemic. However, people are trying their best to stay healthy and fit. Several people were seen doing exercise at Lodhi Garden.