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Dense fog envelops Delhi-NCR; average air quality remains 'very poor'

Delhi air quality improves as overall AQI falls to 'poor' category

Data from the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) Sameer mobile application showed that, as of 6.05 a.m., three monitoring stations reported air quality in the 'moderate' category. These included Lodhi Road-IITM with an AQI of 160, Lodhi Road-IMD at 194, and Najafgarh at 188. Dec 26, 2025
Minimum temperature rises above zero in J&K's Srinagar; cold wave grips Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Minimum temperature rises above zero in J&K's Srinagar; cold wave grips Gulmarg, Pahalgam

The Meteorological (MeT) Department officials said, "Seasonal precipitation (October 1- December 25) remained -44 per cent (Kashmir Division) departure from normal, which is a deficit and -9 per cent (Jammu Division), which is normal. A spell of light snow (higher reaches) and light rain at scattered to many places of J&K during December 31 to January 1 and improvement thereafter." Dec 26, 2025
Historic Labour Code reforms to accelerate growth, create more jobs in 2026

Historic Labour Code reforms to accelerate growth, create more jobs in 2026

The hectic winter session of Parliament saw the approval of proposals to allow 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in insurance and opening the nuclear power sector to private players. These came close on the heels of the four labour laws that were recently notified, integrating 29 complex laws into 4 streamlined Codes, to create an environment that promotes industrial efficiency while safeguarding workers' interests. Dec 25, 2025
Meals at just Rs 5: Delhi govt to roll out 100 Atal Canteens today

Meals at just Rs 5: Delhi govt to roll out 100 Atal Canteens today

The initiative, which was a key promise in the BJP's Delhi election manifesto, is aimed at ensuring access to affordable and nutritious food for residents across the city. Delhi Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood on Wednesday announced the inauguration of the scheme, calling it a major step towards food security for the underprivileged. Dec 25, 2025
PM Modi joins Christmas celebrations at Delhi's Cathedral Church, attends morning service

PM Modi joins Christmas celebrations at Delhi's Cathedral Church, attends morning service

The church witnessed a significant gathering of worshippers who had assembled to mark Christmas, the birth anniversary of Lord Jesus Christ.The service featured prayers, carols and hymns, reflecting the spirit of joy, reflection and togetherness associated with the festival. A special prayer for the Prime Minister was also offered during the service by Rt. Rev. Dr Paul Swarup, the Bishop of Delhi. Dec 25, 2025
According to eyewitnesses, an explosive device was thrown from the top of the flyover and detonated on the road below, critically injuring the victim. He was later identified by his relatives as a man named Siam, who succumbed to his injuries shortly afte

Crude bomb explosion kills one in Bangladesh amid deepening crisis

According to eyewitnesses, an explosive device was thrown from the top of the flyover and detonated on the road below, critically injuring the victim. He was later identified by his relatives as a man named Siam, who succumbed to his injuries shortly after the blast. Dec 25, 2025
Teacher shot dead on Aligarh Muslim University campus, police probe underway

Teacher shot dead on Aligarh Muslim University campus, police probe underway

The deceased has been identified as Rao Danish, a former student of Aligarh Muslim University. He had been working as a teacher at the ABK High School on the university campus for the past 11 years. According to initial information, on Wednesday night, Rao Danish had stepped out for his routine evening walk along with two colleagues when the incident occurred. Dec 25, 2025