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Following improved air quality in the National Capital Region (NCR), the Central Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has taken a major decision. The Commission has lifted all restrictions under GRAP Phase 3 with immediate effect from today. However, it has directed that Phase 1 and Phase 2 measures be further intensified to ensure the AQI does not reach 'severe' levels again.
India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The games will be held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. India was officially awarded the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games during the Commonwealth Games General Assembly meeting in Glasgow on Wednesday. This is the first time India will host the Games since 2010, when the 2010 Games were held in New Delhi.
The film "Tere Ishq Mein" is set to release in theaters very soon. Actors Dhanush and Kriti Sanon are actively promoting it. Both actors have now reached Varanasi, the city of Mahadev. During this visit, both actors shared their experiences. Read what they had to say.
Israel has handed over the bodies of 15 more Palestinians. The first phase of the ceasefire agreement is nearing its end, and officials have gathered to discuss the second phase. Hospital officials in Gaza announced this on Wednesday.
This development comes after Palestinian fighters returned the remains of Israeli hostage Dror Or. The Israeli military says he was killed in a Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Under the agreement, Israel agreed to return 15 Palestinian bodies for each hostage.
The low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal has now intensified into Cyclonic Storm 'Senyar' and is moving towards the Indian Ocean.
According to the Meteorological Department, the storm could hit the coast of South India this week. This is expected to cause high waves. A warning of strong winds and heavy rain has been issued for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu. It is worth noting that 'Senyar' means lion, and the storm was named by the United Arab Emirates.
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved four major projects worth a total of Rs 19,919 crore to boost infrastructure and industrial development. This includes a Rs 7,280 crore rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing scheme, considered crucial for electric vehicles and the defense sector. Additionally, Rs 9,858 crore has been allocated for the Pune Metro expansion, Rs 1,457 crore for the doubling of the Devbhoomi Dwarka (Okha)-Kanalas railway line, and Rs 1,324 crore for the Badlapur-Karjat third and fourth railway lines.
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved four major projects worth a total of Rs 19,919 crore to boost infrastructure and industrial development. This includes a Rs 7,280 crore rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing scheme, considered crucial for electric vehicles and the defense sector. Additionally, Rs 9,858 crore has been allocated for the Pune Metro expansion, Rs 1,457 crore for the doubling of the Devbhoomi Dwarka (Okha)-Kanalas railway line, and Rs 1,324 crore for the Badlapur-Karjat third and fourth railway lines.
The Commonwealth Games Federation is set to announce the host city for the 2030 Games on Wednesday. India is one of the key bidders, hoping to bring the multi-sport event back to the country after 14 years. The final decision is expected to draw significant global attention.
An Indian man living in Sweden has sparked a major online conversation after revealing he is returning to Delhi because, despite Europe’s clean air and better systems, life in India feels “emotionally easier.”
India and Palestine share decades-long diplomatic relations, with New Delhi actively supporting Palestinian people both politically and financially, said Palestine’s Ambassador to India, Abdullah M. Abu Shawesh.
India suffered a heavy defeat in the Guwahati Test as South Africa secured a massive 408-run win. Chasing an improbable target, India’s batting collapsed against South African bowling.
Behind the scenes of the emerging 28‑point peace plan between Russia and Ukraine lies a largely hidden actor: Steve Witkoff, a private envoy of the US, and not a traditional diplomat.
The President of India released the Constitution in nine additional languages, including Bodo, Kashmiri, and Assamese. This initiative aims to make the nation’s fundamental law more accessible to citizens across diverse linguistic backgrounds, promoting awareness of constitutional rights, duties, and values among all communities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced today a transformative phase for India’s aviation sector, emphasizing modernization, infrastructure expansion, and enhanced connectivity. He highlighted initiatives aimed at boosting air travel accessibility, creating jobs, and strengthening regional airports, marking a significant step toward making India a global aviation hub.
The NIA, the agency investigating the Delhi blasts, has achieved a major success. On Wednesday, the agency arrested another accused who was providing hiding places and other facilities to the terrorist who carried out the blasts, Umar Un Nabi, just before the incident. This is the seventh arrest in this case. Previously, the NIA had arrested six close associates of Umar Un Nabi.
India observes Constitution Day every year on November 26, also referred to as Samvidhan Divas. The day is celebrated to honor the great leaders who drafted the Indian Constitution and strengthened the democratic foundation of the nation.
The foreign ministry of India on Tuesday reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh remains an “integral and inalienable part of India,” hours after the government of China denied that an Indian woman was mistreated at a Shanghai airport.
Security forces in Manipur have scored a significant success by recovering a huge quantity of illegal weapons during recent operations. The seizure is part of ongoing efforts to maintain law and order and curb insurgency in the region, enhancing overall security for civilians.
A UN report reveals that, on average, one woman or girl is murdered every 10 minutes across the globe. Most victims are killed by someone they know, including intimate partners. The report highlights the urgent need for global action to address gender-based violence.
Air pollution levels in the national capital continue to rise steadily. On Tuesday, the city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 353, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category for the 12th consecutive day.
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