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air quality continued to be in the «very poor» category. While the Air Quality Index at 9 am stood at 367, nine stations — Anand Vihar, Ashok Vihar, Bawana, Jahangirpuri, Mundka, Rohini, Sonia Vihar, Vivek Vihar, Wazirpur — reported air quality in the «severe» category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Should India focus on free schools and hospitals for the poor or invest in public infrastructure? Offer tax relief to the middle class or prioritize cash transfers for those in need? Boost rural development or build global cities? These are the pressing choices that shape debates on India's welfare policies. In the latest YouGov-Mint-CPR Millennial Survey conducted in July, we explored public preferences on these questions.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. For 35-year-old Shrey Pacheco, a Delhi resident and media professional, one of the best gifts he has ever recieved was for his 31st birthday—a model of football club Manchester United’s legendary football stadium, Old Trafford, by Danish toymaker Lego. While it cost his wife, 36-year-old corporate professional Anisha Sharma a lofty ₹30,000, this did not deter the duo—since then, the couple has built an impressive collection of toys at their residence.

Aam Aadmi Party in the elections, BJP's Delhi unit chief Virendra Sachdeva said. Pollution is one of the main poll planks of the party, he said.

Air France and KLM on Tuesday said they will operate up to 50 flights per week to and from India during the ongoing winter schedule from 39 services per week during summer. The 11 new flights have been added across Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, Air France and KLM said in a statement.

On 29 October, the union government expanded the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) to provide free health insurance to all citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income.

Delhi court on Tuesday extended till November 16 the judicial custody of Aam Aadmi Party MLA Amanatullah Khan in the Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case. Special Judge Jitendra Singh extended the custody of Khan on an application moved by ED, which claimed that the investigation in the case was at a crucial stage and if released, Khan may hamper the probe and influence the witnesses.

BJP has put the pollution issue at the centre stage of its campaign strategy for the Delhi Assembly polls scheduled to be held in February next year, according to party leaders. Along with this, corruption, bad condition of roads, water supply and poor infrastructure are among the issues with which the opposition party plans to target the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the elections, the BJP's Delhi unit chief Virendra Sachdeva said. Pollution is one of the main poll planks of the party, he said. The city's air quality has been worsening as it edged closer to the severe zone in some areas on Tuesday.

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Lancet that found one in three kids is seriously hooked on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and X. They’re not just casually browsing either—many are obsessively counting likes and binge-watching reels. Even more concerning, about 11% of these young users are showing signs of addiction, including feeling jittery or anxious when they can’t get their screen time fixed. Doctors said these findings were a major red flag. According to the research, the rise in social media use over the last 15 years has gone hand-in-hand with a rise in mental health issues and self-harm among kids and young adults aged 10-24. As per TOI, health experts in Delhi urged parents to find a balance, as too much screen time without guidance could negatively impact young people’s mental and emotional well-being. In the TOI report, Dr. Prashant Goyal, a senior psychiatry consultant at Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, suggested that parents set screen-time limits and monitor their child’s social media habits. He also believed schools could play a huge role in promoting mental health and teaching kids how to use digital media wisely.

Delhi government, led by the Aam Aadmi Party, has announced that November 7 will be a public holiday in the capital in observance of Chhath Puja. Consequently, all educational institutions—including schools, colleges, and universities—will remain closed on that day. “Chhat Pooja is an important festival for the people of NCT of Delhi. Accordingly, the Government of NCT of Delhi has decided to declare 7th November 2024 as a Public Holiday on account of 'Chhat Pooja'," stated Delhi Chief Minister Atishi in a letter to the Chief Secretary.

Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana for providing Rs 1,000 per month to all women aged above 18. Kejriwal said, «I am doing that work very soon in which Rs 1,000 will be deposited in your bank accounts.» The former chief minister, who undertook a 'padyatra' in north Delhi's Model Town area, also defended his schemes to provide free electricity and water while accusing the BJP of «stealing» public money.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Mumbai: Delhi resident Harsha Singh, 31, often visits her family in the city of Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh, near Varanasi. That gives her an opportunity to visit Anand Netralaya, a standalone, single-specialty eye hospital.

Sales of air purifiers are limited to just 3-4 weeks after Diwali, that too mostly in the Delhi-NCR belt, with the market not even growing for some years which forced some top companies such as Samsung, Voltas, Panasonic, Daikin and Haier to either exit the segment or go “very slow”. Industry executives said consumers do not perceive air purifiers as a product which gives tangible value since they can’t see the effect in real time. Sales happen in Delhi-NCR when there is intense smoggy condition and worsening air quality index (AQI) hits the headlines.

Aptech, a pioneer in the non-formal vocational training business in the country, has appointed Atul Jain its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. In his capacity as MD & CEO, Jain will spearhead Aptech’s strategic vision, driving sustainable business growth while fostering innovation and adapting to an ever-evolving market landscape. He will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s brand and outreach strategies, and work closely with the Board of Directors to oversee the alignment of Aptech’s operations with its mission and values. «Leading Aptech at this critical juncture is both a privilege and a great responsibility, » Jain said in a statement. «My focus will be on empowering our teams, fostering collaboration, and leading the charge towards operational excellence.»

Indian Railways is managing increased passenger demand during the Chhath festival by operating special trains. Following the successful management of passenger rush during Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali, the national transporter is now running over 7000 festival special trains up to the Chhath festival in 2024. Today, November 4, 2024, Northern Railway operates 39 Festival Special trains. This measure aims to accommodate the surge of travelers heading towards Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and other regions. These Festival Special trains are particularly focused on routes from Delhi to various destinations in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. This step is taken to ensure smooth travel during the festive season.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Wedding planners and venues in India are gearing up for a vital peak wedding season that runs from November to March. This follows a slow first half of the year, which saw just a handful of dates between April and July.