More than 60 flights were cancelled and several diverted at Delhi airport on Monday as dense fog and low visibility disrupted operations, leaving hundreds of flights delayed across northern India.

Dense fog disrupts ops at Delhi airport; over 60 flights cancelled

More than 60 flights were cancelled and several diverted at Delhi airport on Monday as dense fog and low visibility disrupted operations, leaving hundreds of flights delayed across northern India.

Over 60 flights were cancelled and 5 diverted at Delhi airport on Monday due to poor visibility conditions, according to an official.
Delhi airport operator DIAL said in a post on X shortly after 10 am that flight operations are still impacted due to dense fog.
"Our on-ground officials are working closely with all stakeholders to assist passengers and provide necessary support across Terminals," DIAL said.
The official said as of now, 61 cancellations and 5 diversions have been reported at the airport. Over 250 flights were delayed, he added.
"Low visibility (below minima), due to dense fog, has severely impacted operations at Delhi and other airports across northern India, which is unfortunately beyond our control," IndiGo said in a statement.
As operations are adjusted to prevailing weather conditions, some flights may experience delays, while a few others may be proactively cancelled during the day to prioritise safety and minimise extended waiting at the airport, the airline said in a statement.
IndiGo, however, did not say how many of its flights were cancelled and how many were delayed. The airline said its teams are "closely monitoring" the situation and coordinating with Delhi airport.
IndiGo also said it issued advisories to its customers and "proactively" informing them, to minimise inconvenience.
Delhi airport is the country's busiest airport and handles around 1,300 flight movements daily.

Delhi Police has imposed multi-layered security and traffic restrictions in central Delhi as football icon Lionel Messi attends an event at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the final stop of his India tour.

Delhi Police Intensify Security for Lionel Messi's Arrival at Arun Jaitley Stadium

Delhi Police has imposed multi-layered security and traffic restrictions in central Delhi as football icon Lionel Messi attends an event at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the final stop of his India tour.

Delhi Police has beefed up security in the central parts of the national capital and set up traffic restrictions as global football icon Lionel Messi sets foot in the city, the final stop of his GOAT tour of India.
The Argentine legend is scheduled to attend an event at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday between 1 pm and 4 pm. He kicked off the tour in Kolkata, which turned chaotic. However, the 2022 World Cup champion's Hyderabad and Mumbai visit went on smoothly.
With Delhi ready to welcome Messi, police are maintaining heightened vigil, especially in view of the recent fiasco in Kolkata, where chaos erupted at the Salt Lake Stadium after thousands of fans protested over failing to get a clear glimpse of the icon.
Delhi Police said an elaborate and multi-layered security bandobast has been put in place for Messi's visit. A senior police officer said comprehensive arrangements have been made with a strong focus on crowd management, access control and traffic regulation.
According to police, multiple security rings have been established around the venue, with deployment of additional police personnel along with paramilitary forces to maintain law and order. Entry to the stadium and designated areas is being strictly regulated, and no one is being permitted without a valid pass.
"Anti-sabotage checks, frisking points and surveillance through CCTV cameras form a key part of the security plan," the officer said.
The officer added that quick reaction teams, senior supervisory officers and emergency response units are on standby throughout the event, with public safety being the top priority.
On the traffic front, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Nishant Gupta said they have identified three main parking areas for labelled vehicles, including P1 near Vikram Nagar. Vehicles without labels are required to be parked at the Rajghat Powerhouse parking lot and Mata Sundari Lane, from where pedestrians can walk to the stadium.
App-based taxi users have been advised to alight vehicles at Rajghat Chowk and walk. Parking has been strictly prohibited around the Arun Jaitley Stadium, and vehicles found parked there will be towed and fined, the officer said.
The public has been encouraged to use the metro and buses as far as possible to reduce congestion and ensure smooth movement.
Public movement is expected to pick up around 11 am. Commuters have been advised to avoid Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, ITO, Delhi Gate, Netaji Subhash Marg and Brijmohan Chowk from 10 am till the event concludes.&nbsp;

Delhi remained engulfed in dense fog and toxic smog on Monday as visibility dropped to near zero and air quality slipped into the ‘Severe Plus’ category, disrupting flights, trains and road traffic.

Dense fog and severe pollution choke Delhi, flights and trains disrupted

Delhi remained engulfed in dense fog and toxic smog on Monday as visibility dropped to near zero and air quality slipped into the &lsquo;Severe Plus&rsquo; category, disrupting flights, trains and road traffic.

Delhi remained shrouded in dense fog on Monday morning, with visibility dropping to near zero across large parts of the city, severely affecting road traffic and transport services.&nbsp;
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for fog and urged people to exercise caution. According to the IMD, the minimum temperature dipped to 8.2 degrees Celsius overnight.
The foggy conditions coincided with a sharp deterioration in air quality. Delhi&rsquo;s Air Quality Index (AQI) plunged into the &ldquo;Severe Plus&rdquo; category, crossing 456. In Ashok Vihar, the AQI touched the maximum level of 500 during the early hours of the day.
Several areas reported alarmingly high pollution levels. Visuals from Anand Vihar and Akshardham showed thick toxic smog engulfing the neighbourhoods, with AQI readings at 493, placing them in the &lsquo;Severe&rsquo; category. Dwarka also witnessed similar conditions, recording an AQI of 469, which falls under the &lsquo;Severe&rsquo; bracket. In neighbouring Noida, air quality deteriorated further, with the AQI reaching 454, categorised as &lsquo;Severe Plus&rsquo;.
As per official classification, an AQI of 51&ndash;100 is considered &lsquo;satisfactory&rsquo;, 101&ndash;200 &lsquo;moderate&rsquo;, 201&ndash;300 &lsquo;poor&rsquo;, 301&ndash;400 &lsquo;very poor&rsquo;, 401&ndash;450 &lsquo;severe&rsquo;, and 451&ndash;500 &lsquo;severe plus&rsquo;.
Videos circulating on social media showed dense fog blanketing much of the Delhi-NCR region, reducing visibility to near zero and making driving conditions extremely hazardous.
In response to the worsening weather, Delhi airport issued an advisory on Monday morning warning passengers of possible delays in flight operations. Travellers were advised to check with their respective airlines before heading to the airport.
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&ldquo;Due to dense fog, flight operations may experience disruptions. We are working closely with all stakeholders to minimize inconvenience to passengers. For the latest flight updates, passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines. We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused,&rdquo; the advisory stated.
IndiGo also released a separate advisory, asking passengers to stay updated on their flight status through its website or mobile application.
&ldquo;Low visibility and fog over Delhi will impact flight schedules. We're keeping a close watch on the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be, safely and smoothly. We request you to stay updated on your flight status via our website or app. Be assured, our teams are here to assist you at every step and ensure support. Here's hoping dearer skies help us serve you better soon and thank you for your patience and understanding during this challenging time,&rdquo; the airline said.
&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Low visibility and fog over &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#Delhi&lt;/a&gt; will impact flight schedules. We&amp;#39;re keeping a close watch on the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be, safely and smoothly.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We request you to stay updated on your flight status via our website or app. Be assured, our teams&hellip;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/IndiGo6E/status/2000392531130118265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;December 15, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
Rail services in North India were similarly affected, with Indian Railways reporting delays to around 60 trains, some running several hours late due to the dense fog.
Meanwhile, health experts warned of serious risks associated with prolonged exposure to toxic air. Speaking to news agency PTI, an expert advised people to avoid outdoor walks or exercise, particularly in the morning hours. She suggested stepping out only when absolutely necessary, preferably later in the day when sunlight helps disperse pollutants, and stressed that wearing masks is essential for those who must venture out for work.

A bomb threat at Lovely Public School in east Delhi’s Laxmi Nagar led to an immediate evacuation and emergency response. Authorities found no suspicious items so far.

Bomb Threat at Lovely Public School in Delhi Prompts Evacuation

A bomb threat at Lovely Public School in east Delhi&rsquo;s Laxmi Nagar led to an immediate evacuation and emergency response. Authorities found no suspicious items so far.

A bomb threat call received at a private school in east Delhi's Laxmi Nagar on Wednesday morning triggered a swift emergency response and evacuation, an official of the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) said.&nbsp;
The threat call was received around 10.40 am, claiming that an explosive device had been planted inside Lovely Public School.&nbsp;
The information was immediately relayed to the local police, fire department and other emergency agencies. Multiple fire tenders, bomb disposal squads, dog squads and police teams were rushed to the spot.&nbsp;
Students, teachers and staff members were evacuated as a precaution while the premises were cordoned off, officials said. "As of now, there are no reports of anything suspicious found," the official said.&nbsp;
Further details are awaited.&nbsp;

IndiGo cancelled all departing domestic flights from Delhi Airport on December 5, 2025, due to ongoing operational disruptions.

IndiGo cancels all departing flights from Delhi airport till Friday midnight

IndiGo cancelled all departing domestic flights from Delhi Airport on December 5, 2025, due to ongoing operational disruptions.

IndiGo on Friday cancelled all its departing domestic flights from the Delhi airport till midnight as the airline continues to grapple with significant operational disruptions.&nbsp;
Delhi airport operator DIAL said operations of all other carriers remain as scheduled.&nbsp;
"IndiGo domestic flights departing from Delhi Airport on 5th December 2025 are cancelled till midnight today (till 23:59 hours)," Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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DIAL also said its dedicated on-ground teams are working diligently with all partners to mitigate the disruption and ensure a comfortable passenger experience.

Delhi Police has announced traffic curbs, diversions, and no-parking zones across central Delhi on Friday due to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit. Commuters are advised to use alternate routes and public transport.

Major traffic restrictions in Delhi amid Putin's visit

Delhi Police has announced traffic curbs, diversions, and no-parking zones across central Delhi on Friday due to Russian President Vladimir Putin&rsquo;s visit. Commuters are advised to use alternate routes and public transport.

Traffic restrictions and diversions are in place in several parts of the national capital, including central Delhi, on Friday in view of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit, the Delhi Police said in an advisory and advised commuters to plan their journey accordingly.&nbsp;
Putin is expected to make diplomatic visits to Rajghat, Bharat Mandapam, Hyderabad House and Rashtrapati Bhavan among other places as part of his engagements in the city.&nbsp;
Office-goers and commuters will face traffic diversions on Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Janpath Road, Pragati Maidan tunnel, ITO Chowk, among others.&nbsp;
According to the advisory, traffic curbs will be in place from 9 am to 12 noon along W Point, A Point, ITO Chowk, BSZ Marg, Delhi Gate, JLN Marg, Rajghat Crossing, Shanti Van Crossing, Hanuman Setu Y Point, Netaji Subhash Marg, Nishad Raj Marg, Saleem Garh Flyover Bypass, the MGM Pragati Maidan Tunnel to Hanuman Setu, Kashmere Gate, Vikas Marg and IP Marg.&nbsp;
MGM Pragati Maidan Tunnel towards Hanuman Setu will remain closed during this period and commuters have been asked to use alternative routes, it said.&nbsp;
"Parking will be allowed only in designated areas," it read. No parking will be permitted on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg and Ring Road from Hanuman Setu'-Shanti Van to Rajghat, IP Flyover to Pragati Maidan Tunnel, and along Nishad Raj Marg and IP Marg on Friday, it added.&nbsp;
Vehicles parked on these stretches will be towed and prosecuted as per law, the Delhi Traffic Police said in a post on X.&nbsp;
No vehicle will be allowed to halt or park from 10 am to 11.30 am on Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP and Janpath Road. Vehicles parked in violation of the advisory will be towed and kept at Kali Bari Mandir Marg traffic pit and in front of Bhairon Mandir traffic pit.&nbsp;
The advisory lists diversions at Vandematram Marg to Simon Bolivar Marg, RA Kautilya Marg, San Martin to Manas Crossing, San Martin to ABHM Crossing, San Martin to Abhai Crossing, Sunheri Masjid Road and R A Rail Bhawan.&nbsp;
Routes to avoid during this period, according to the Delhi Traffic Police, are Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP and Janpath Road, while alternative routes suggested are DDU Marg, Asaf Ali Road, Maulana Azad Road, K Kamraj Marg, Raisina Road and Rafi Marg.&nbsp;
The advisory also states that no vehicle will be permitted to halt or park on Janpath Road, R A Windsor Place, Firoz Shah Road, R A Mandi House, Sikandra Road and W Point from 11 am to 12.30 pm. Diversions announced for this period include Janpath-Tolstoy Marg, Tolstoy-KG Marg, Ranjit Singh Flyover-Barakhamba Road, Sunheri Masjid Road and R A Rail Bhawan.&nbsp;
The advisory adds that Janpath-Tolstoy Marg, Tolstoy-KG Marg, Ranjit Singh Flyover'-Barakhamba Road, Firoz Shah Road, Sikandra Road, W Point, Akbar Road, MLNP and Janpath Road should be avoided, and that commuters may instead use DDU Marg, Asaf Ali Road, Maulana Azad Road, K Kamraj Marg, Raisina Road and Rafi Marg.&nbsp;
Between 3 pm and 5 pm, no vehicle will be allowed to halt or park on Janpath Road, R A Windsor Place, Firoz Shah Road, R A Mandi House, Sikandra Road, W Point, Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg. Vehicles found parked will be towed and prosecuted and kept at the designated traffic pits, it said.&nbsp;
According to the advisory, between 5 pm and 9 pm, no parking or halting will be allowed on Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, MLNP and Janpath Road.&nbsp;
The advisory lists diversions at Janpath-Tolstoy Marg, Tolstoy-KG Marg, Ranjit Singh Flyover-Barakhamba Road, W Point, MLNP, Q Point, Sunheri Masjid Road, R A Sunheri Masjid Road, Claridge Hotel, Akbar Road, Man Singh Road, NSCI Club at Mathura Road and Bhagwan Das Road or Tilak Marg. Firoz Shah Road, Sikandra Road, Janpath Road, Kartavya Path, Mathura Road and Bhairon Road should also be avoided, it said.&nbsp;
Alternative routes suggested by the advisory include Prithvi Raj Road, DDU Marg, Asaf Ali Road and Maulana Azad Road.&nbsp;
The Delhi Traffic Police has advised commuters to use public transport as much as possible and plan travel in advance, especially for airport, railway station and ISBT.

Delhi Police have enforced a multi-layered security grid for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit, deploying over 5,000 personnel, anti-drone systems, snipers, and SWAT teams.

Security Tightened in Delhi for Putin's Visit

Delhi Police have enforced a multi-layered security grid for Russian President Vladimir Putin&rsquo;s two-day visit, deploying over 5,000 personnel, anti-drone systems, snipers, and SWAT teams.

The national capital is on high alert on Thursday, as a multi-layered security grid has been enforced for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is landing in Delhi in the evening for his two-day visit to India.&nbsp;
The exact location of his stay remains undisclosed due to strict security norms, police said. Senior police officers said that from Putin's arrival to his departure, every movement will be tracked by multiple security units operating jointly.&nbsp;
"Minute-to-minute coordination is underway, and all concerned agencies have been instructed to maintain maximum vigilance throughout. Over 5,000 police personnel will be deployed to maintain strict vigil," the officer said.&nbsp;
Top-ranking Delhi Police officers are supervising route security, traffic arrangements and area sanitisation around locations likely to feature in the Russian president's schedule.&nbsp;
"All routes mapped for VVIP movement have been secured in advance. Traffic advisories will be issued from time to time to minimise inconvenience to commuters. Anti-drone systems will be in place," another official said.&nbsp;
Delhi Police, central agencies and Putin's personal security detail have formed a multi-layered security grid with SWAT teams, anti-terror units, snipers and quick-reaction teams stationed at sensitive points.&nbsp;
Additionally, high-definition CCTV networks and technical monitoring systems have been activated across zones associated with the visit.&nbsp;
Traffic restrictions and controlled pedestrian movement are expected around key areas, though officials said alerts will be issued in advance to avoid major disruptions.

Ramjas College and Deshbandhu College in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Wednesday. Delhi Police and the Bomb Disposal Team conducted thorough security checks, with no suspicious objects found.

Bomb Threats Send Delhi University Colleges Into Alert

Ramjas College and Deshbandhu College in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Wednesday. Delhi Police and the Bomb Disposal Team conducted thorough security checks, with no suspicious objects found.

Two Delhi university colleges received bomb threat emails on Wednesday, prompting multiple agencies to rush for security checks, an official said.&nbsp;
Ramjas College in north Delhi and Deshbandhu College in south Delhi received the threats via emails, the official said.&nbsp;
"Ramjas college principal informed authorities that the threat mail was received at 1.59 am, following which Delhi Police and the Bomb Disposal Team (BDT) reached the campus and began anti-sabotage checks," Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Raja Banthia said.&nbsp;
Police cordoned off the area and launched a thorough inspection of all buildings and open spaces inside the campuses.&nbsp;
No suspicious object has been found so far, and further verification is underway, the DCP added.&nbsp;

In Delhi MCD bypolls for 12 wards, BJP won seven seats, AAP three, while Congress and All India Forward Bloc secured one each. Key contests saw close margins in Ashok Vihar and Naraina.

Delhi MCD bypolls: BJP wins 7 wards, AAP 3, Congress opens account

In Delhi MCD bypolls for 12 wards, BJP won seven seats, AAP three, while Congress and All India Forward Bloc secured one each. Key contests saw close margins in Ashok Vihar and Naraina.

The BJP won seven wards and AAP three, while the Congress and the All India Forward Bloc emerged victorious in one ward each in the MCD bypolls for 12 wards.
These civic body bypolls were a litmus test for the BJP, as they were its first big electoral battle after coming to power in Delhi in February this year.
BJP's Suman Kumar Gupta defeated Aam Aadmi Party candidate Harsh Sharma by a margin of 1,182 votes. The saffron party also comfortably won the Shalimar Bagh B ward, with Anita Jain defeating AAP's Babita Rana by a margin of over 10,000 votes. The Shalimar Bagh B ward was vacated after sitting BJP councillor Rekha Gupta won the assembly polls in February and became Delhi's chief minister.
AAP won the Mundka and Dakshinpuri wards, while Congress's Suresh Choudhary won the Sangam Vihar A ward by defeating BJP's Subhajeet Gautam. Choudhary polled 12,766 votes while his opponent managed to get 9,138 votes.
BJP's Veena Asija was locked in a close fight with AAP's Seema Goyal but surged ahead to win the Ashok Vihar ward by a margin of 405 votes.
All India Forward Bloc candidate Mohd Imran won the Chandni Mahal seat by defeating AAP's Mudassar Usman by a margin of 4,692 votes.
The BJP also won the Dichaon Kalan and Greater Kailash wards and the Dwarka-B ward, which was earlier held by its Kamaljeet Sehrawat. Sehrawat is now a BJP MP. The saffron party's Manisha Rani won the Dwarka-B ward by a comfortable margin of 9,100 votes against AAP's Raj Bala.
AAP's Rajan Arora won the Naraina seat by just 148 votes against the BJP's Chandrakanta Shivani.
The counting of votes for the MCD bypolls to 12 wards began at 8 am amid tight security. Of the 12 wards where voting was held on November 30, nine were earlier held by the BJP and the remaining by AAP.
The State Election Commission, Delhi, had set up 10 counting centres, one each at Kanjhawala, Pitampura, Bharat Nagar, Civil Lines, Rouse Avenue, Dwarka, Najafgarh, Gole Market, Pushp Vihar and Mandawali.
The strong rooms where the EVMs are stored after polling were secured with adequate security measures, including round-the-clock CCTV surveillance and the deployment of paramilitary and Delhi Police personnel.
The vote percentage in the bypolls was 38.51 per cent as compared to 50.47 per cent in the MCD elections held for 250 wards in 2022.

BJP candidate Suman Kumar Gupta defeated AAP’s Harsh Sharma by 1,182 votes in the Chandni Chowk ward during Delhi MCD bypolls, as counting continues for the remaining 11 wards amid tight security and 38.51% voter turnout.

BJP Wins Chandni Chowk, MCD Bypolls Counting for 11 Wards

BJP candidate Suman Kumar Gupta defeated AAP&rsquo;s Harsh Sharma by 1,182 votes in the Chandni Chowk ward during Delhi MCD bypolls, as counting continues for the remaining 11 wards amid tight security and 38.51% voter turnout.

BJP candidate Suman Kumar Gupta won the Chandni Chowk ward in the MCD bypolls, even as counting for the remaining 11 wards was underway.
The counting of votes for the MCD bypolls to 12 wards began at 8 am, amid tight security at 10 counting centres in Delhi. Gupta defeated Aam Aadmi Party candidate Harsh Sharma by a margin of 1,182 votes.
The BJP was leading in Dichaon Kalan, Greater Kailash, Shalimar Bagh B wards, while AAP was ahead in the Naraina ward in the initial trends.
Of the 12 wards where voting was held on November 30, nine were earlier held by the BJP and the remaining by AAP.
The State Election Commission, Delhi, has set up 10 counting centres at Kanjhawala, Pitampura, Bharat Nagar, Civil Lines, Rouse Avenue, Dwarka, Najafgarh, Gole Market, Pushp Vihar and Mandawali.
The strong rooms where the EVMs are stored after polling were secured with adequate security measures, including round-the-clock CCTV surveillance and the deployment of paramilitary and Delhi Police personnel. Nearly 1,800 Delhi Police personnel and 10 companies of paramilitary forces have been deployed. Around 700 personnel have been deployed for counting, and facilities have been provided for the candidates and their authorised counting agents, it added.
The vote percentage in the bypolls was 38.51 per cent as compared to 50.47 per cent in the MCD elections held for 250 wards in 2022.
All eyes are especially fixed on the results of Shalimar Bagh B and Dwarka B wards. The Shalimar Bagh B ward was vacated after sitting BJP councillor Rekha Gupta won the assembly polls in February and became Delhi's chief minister. Kamaljeet Sehrawat, BJP MP from West Delhi, earlier held the Dwarka B ward.

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Residents of Delhi woke up to heavy rainfall which affected major areas including Connaught Place, India Gate, Lajpat Nagar, and more. Traffic delays were reported and authorities are working on ensuring road safety. Commuters should note potential further rain.

Heavy Rainfall Disrupts Traffic in Delhi Areas

The national capital, New Delhi, experienced significant rainfall causing traffic disruptions across regions like Connaught Place, India Gate, Lajpat Nagar, among others. The rain provided relief from the heat but commuters faced notable delays. Authorities manage road safety.

Heavy Rain Falls on Delhi, Causing Traffic Delays

Heavy rainfall in Delhi areas including Connaught Place, India Gate, Lajpat Nagar, Dwarka, and Rohini led to slow traffic, impacting travel plans.

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New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) Delhi residents experienced a wet start to the day on Thursday, as heavy rainfall swept across the national capital.
Areas including Connaught Place, India Gate, Lajpat Nagar, Dwarka, and Rohini were among the many regions that witnessed substantial rains.
The downpour led to a slowdown in traffic on the roads. 
 (Only the headline of this report may have been reworked by Editorji; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Delhi government mandates 50% work-from-home and enforces GRAP IV restrictions as air pollution reaches severe levels, disrupting transport and daily life across the NCR.

Delhi govt mandates 50% work-from-home as GRAP IV curbs kick in amid severe air pollution

Delhi government mandates 50% work-from-home and enforces GRAP IV restrictions as air pollution reaches severe levels, disrupting transport and daily life across the NCR.

As Delhi grappled with a severe air pollution crisis, the government directed all organisations&mdash;both public and private&mdash;to operate with 50 per cent of their workforce working from home, warning that violations of the order would invite penalties.
The capital recorded some of its worst air quality levels this season on December 15, when the Air Quality Index (AQI) touched 498 in the &lsquo;severe plus&rsquo; category during the morning hours.&nbsp;
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VIDEO | Addressing a press conference, Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra (<a href="https://twitter.com/KapilMishra_IND?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KapilMishra_IND</a>) says, "All private offices functioning within NCT Delhi shall operate not more than 50 per cent staff capacity attending the workplace. The remaining staff shall mandatorily work from home."&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/vFzoBz297Q">pic.twitter.com/vFzoBz297Q</a>
&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/2001173230254743911?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the sharp deterioration followed a similar trend a day earlier, when air quality first slipped into the &lsquo;severe&rsquo; category before worsening further. In response to the alarming situation, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) imposed GRAP IV&mdash;the strictest set of anti-pollution measures&mdash;across Delhi.
Under the current curbs, construction activities have been suspended. To address the impact on livelihoods, the Delhi government announced a compensation of ₹10,000 for registered construction workers who are unable to work due to the ban.
Dense smog blanketed the city from Saturday through Monday, leading to reduced visibility, a spate of road accidents, vehicle pile-ups, and widespread flight cancellations and delays. With visibility dropping sharply, Delhi airport and airlines issued multiple advisories to passengers. After three days of hazardous conditions, the city saw marginal improvement on Tuesday as stronger winds and thinning fog helped push air quality into the &lsquo;very poor&rsquo; category. This trend continued into Wednesday morning, with the AQI dropping further to 329.
GRAP IV entails a five-point action plan enforced across the entire National Capital Region, including Noida, Gurugram and Faridabad. As part of these measures, the Delhi government has barred the entry of non-Delhi vehicles that do not meet BS-VI emission standards. Additionally, vehicles without valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates have been denied fuel at petrol pumps.
Meanwhile, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa issued what he described as a half-apology, stating that no government can eliminate pollution in the capital within nine to 10 months.

Delhi’s AQI improved to 328 on Wednesday morning from 377 a day ago, with smog and fog reducing visibility. Most monitoring stations recorded 'very poor' air quality.

Delhi's Air Quality Improves Slightly but Remains 'Very Poor'

Delhi&rsquo;s AQI improved to 328 on Wednesday morning from 377 a day ago, with smog and fog reducing visibility. Most monitoring stations recorded 'very poor' air quality.

The national capital's air quality saw some improvement on Wednesday morning, with an AQI of 328 as against 377 a day ago, even as smog blanketed the city.&nbsp;
The air quality in the city at 9 am was in the 'very poor' category. Out of the 40 air quality monitoring stations recorded, 30 were in the 'very poor' category, with Bawana registering the poorest air quality of 376, according to the Central Pollution Control Board's Sameer app.&nbsp;
An AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor', and 401 to 500 'severe'.&nbsp;
Several parts of the city were seen covered in smog and fog during the early morning hours, leading to reduced visibility.&nbsp;
Delhi's minimum temperature of 10.4 degrees Celsius on Monday is 2.3 notches above normal. The maximum temperature is expected to hover at 24 degrees Celsius. The humidity was recorded at 100 per cent with IMD forecasting moderate fog for the day.

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced that vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps starting Thursday, with strict enforcement underway.

Delhi to ban fuel for vehicles without valid PUC certificate

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced that vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps starting Thursday, with strict enforcement underway.

Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps in the national capital from Thursday, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said.&nbsp;
On Tuesday, Sirsa said owners have been given one day to comply with the rule. "After tomorrow, vehicles that do not have a valid PUC certificate will not be provided fuel,&rdquo; he said.
The minister said Delhi&rsquo;s air quality remained better for nearly eight months this year compared to the same period last year. He acknowledged that pollution levels have worsened recently but claimed the situation is still better than last year due to sustained efforts by the present government over the past ten months.
Targeting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Sirsa alleged that after &ldquo;distorting Delhi,&rdquo; it is now trying to divert attention by staging protests over pollution. He questioned what concrete measures the party had taken to control pollution during its tenure.
Highlighting government initiatives, Sirsa said daily actions are being taken to curb pollution, including reducing the height of garbage mountains by 15 metres and cleaning and reclaiming 45 acres of land. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has also installed more than 2,000 pollution-monitoring plants so far.
Sirsa added that biomethanation plants contribute to pollution, and the government has provided heaters to reduce emissions and ensure cleaner operations. Strict enforcement has been initiated against polluting vehicles, with challans being issued for PUC violations.
He said the government has identified 13 pollution hotspots in the city, invited concerned agencies to address them, and claimed that AQI levels at these locations were lower this year than in the past decade, except the Covid period, calling it a significant achievement.
Sirsa also said the government is pushing for cleaner public transport, with plans to deploy 7,500 electric buses in the city, which would significantly reduce vehicular pollution.
A scientific committee has been constituted and has already held meetings to recommend effective pollution-control measures.

Low visibility due to fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi airport on Tuesday, forcing multiple airlines, including IndiGo, to cancel several departures and arrivals.

Low visibility disrupts flight operations at Delhi airport, 126 flights cancelled

Low visibility due to fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi airport on Tuesday, forcing multiple airlines, including IndiGo, to cancel several departures and arrivals.

Low visibility conditions disrupted flight operations at Delhi airport on Tuesday, leading to widespread cancellations, a Delhi International Airport Ltd official said.&nbsp;
So far, 49 departures and 77 arrivals have been cancelled due to poor visibility, he added. At the same time, crisis-hit IndiGo said it cancelled 110 flights across its network due to disruptions caused by bad weather at Delhi airport.&nbsp;
"Due to low visibility, 49 departures and 77 arrivals have been cancelled so far at Delhi airport," the official said.
As winter sets in, early mornings across northern India can bring fog that may occasionally slow down flight movements, IndiGo said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Travel Advisory As winter sets in, early mornings across Northern India can bring fog that may occasionally slow down flight movements. We wanted to share this gentle heads-up in advance, so you can plan with ease and check your flight status before heading to the airport&hellip;
&mdash; IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) <a href="https://twitter.com/IndiGo6E/status/2000696087745847515?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The airline also said it cancelled 110 flights on Tuesday due to disruptions caused by bad weather at the Delhi airport.&nbsp;
"Our teams are well prepared and closely monitoring weather conditions", IndiGo said, adding that wherever possible, "we are making thoughtful adjustments on the ground to reduce inconvenience and ensure any waiting time is as comfortable as possible".&nbsp;

Delhi’s AQI dropped to 377 on Tuesday morning from 498 a day ago, yet several areas remain in the ‘severe’ category amid smog and cold temperatures.

Delhi's Air Quality Slightly Improves, Yet Smog Persists

Delhi&rsquo;s AQI dropped to 377 on Tuesday morning from 498 a day ago, yet several areas remain in the &lsquo;severe&rsquo; category amid smog and cold temperatures.

The national capital's air quality saw some improvement on Tuesday morning, with an AQI of 377 as against 498 a day ago, even as smog blanketed the city, shivering at 8.3 degrees Celsius during the morning hours, reducing visibility.
The air quality in the city at 9 am was in the 'very poor' category.&nbsp;
Over the past two days, Delhi witnessed worse conditions, with AQI readings crossing 400 at several locations, which falls in the 'severe' category, according to Central Pollution Control Board data.
Even on Tuesday, out of 40 monitoring stations, 11 recorded 'severe' air quality. Jahangirpuri, Mundka and Wazirpur reported the highest readings at 426, as per the CPCB's Sameer app, which provides hourly data for each monitoring station.
An AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor', and 401 to 500 'severe'.
Several parts of the city were seen covered in smog and fog during the early morning hours, leading to reduced visibility.Delhi's minimum temperature of 8.3 degrees Celsius on Monday is 0.3 notches below normal. The maximum temperature is expected to hover between 23 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius.

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