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Delhi schools to hold classes up to Class 5 in hybrid mode as pollution worsens
The Delhi Directorate of Education has mandated that all schools offer hybrid classes for students up to class 5. This decision comes in response to the deteriorating air quality in the national capital. Classes will allow for both in-person and online attendance to accommodate students' needs. School heads must notify parents and guardians about these arrangements promptly. Education officials will visit schools to ensure the implementation of these new directives.
Delhi AQI today: National capital’s air continues to remain toxic, AQI crosses 400 at over 22 stations; check IMD weather forecast and AQI
Delhi air pollution news: Delhi is experiencing a serious decline in air quality with an AQI reading of 365. As Diwali approaches, pollution levels may increase due to firecracker use and stubble burning. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented stage three measures to manage air quality. Forecasts indicate continued poor air quality, likely reaching severe levels from November 7 to 9.
Delhi air pollution: GRAP 3 restrictions kick in ahead of Diwali; what's allowed and what's banned
Delhi-NCR has invoked GRAP Stage III restrictions ahead of Diwali as pollution levels worsened, with the capital's AQI reaching 382. The curbs include restrictions on older vehicles, construction and dust-generating activities, while essential projects, additional Metro services and buses can continue under prescribed measures.
NDMC proposes hike in parking fees across Lutyens’ Delhi, 100% surcharge on cash payments
New Delhi Municipal Council plans to increase parking fees for vehicles in Lutyens' Delhi. Off-street and on-street parking tariffs will see significant hikes along with monthly pass costs for cars and two-wheelers. A 100% surcharge on cash payments aims to promote digital transactions among motorists. The proposal includes upgrading parking facilities with advanced technology to facilitate digital payments.
Delhi air pollution: MCD fines fail to deter violators as AQI hits season’s worst level
Delhi’s pollution-control efforts are facing fresh questions after MCD records showed that only a small fraction of fines imposed for construction violations were recovered in 2024 and 2025. The concern comes as Delhi recorded its worst AQI of the season at 187 on October 4, while experts warned that weaker winds and approaching winter conditions could lead to more polluted days.
Delhi pollution rules: What changes from October 1 as new rules impact private cars, buses, delivery fleets & school transport
Delhi winter plan: Delhi is poised to introduce stricter vehicle regulations aimed at reducing winter pollution levels. This includes banning older vehicles and progressively shifting to electric models for commercial and personal use. The new rules will affect various transport categories, including buses, goods vehicles, and private motorists. As part of the measures, a 'No PUCC, no fuel' rule will be applied across NCR.
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GRAP Stage III curbs in Delhi-NCR as air quality turns ‘severe’: What’s allowed, what’s not
Delhi-NCR faces Stage III Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) measures as air quality has entered the 'severe' category. Restrictions include 50% office attendance, a ban on non-essential construction, and limitations on certain vehicles. These stricter norms reflect an aggressive approach to combat worsening pollution.
GRAP-III imposed in Delhi-NCR: Construction, diesel cars banned and more, check what's closed
Delhi reimposes GRAP Stage III restrictions due to severe air pollution, with AQI reaching 349. The ban includes non-essential construction, demolition, and stone crushing. Classes up to Grade 5 shift to hybrid mode, and BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars are restricted, with exemptions for persons with disabilities.
Delhi govt orders all NCT offices to run with 50% staff and permit work from home as pollution rises
Delhi struggles with critical air quality levels, compelling both public and private sectors to limit on-site staffing to 50%. Employees not present at the office will transition to remote work. This strategy aligns with GRAP Stage III, targeting a drop in harmful emissions. Authorities are ramping up enforcement efforts to safeguard community health.
Delhi Air Pollution: CAQM quashes reports of GRAP-4 enforcement; confirms only stage-3 measures in effect
Officials have quashed rumors of emergency pollution restrictions in New Delhi, clarifying that the Commission for Air Quality Management still operates under the GRAP-III guidelines. Tuesday's air quality index showed a range from 200 to 350, well below the 'severe' threshold of 401-500 that would activate Stage III measures.
Construction ban, vehicle restrictions imposed in Noida as GRAP Stage-III comes into force
Noida is implementing strict pollution control measures. Construction work, except for essential projects, is halted. Certain vehicles are banned from roads. Ready-mix concrete plants and stone crushers are shut down. These actions are part of the Graded Response Action Plan to combat severe air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region. Residents and agencies must comply with these directives.
Delhi records first ‘severe’ air quality day of the year as AQI hits 428
The sharp deterioration prompted the central government to invoke stricter anti-pollution measures under Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR. The decision came after Delhi’s average AQI surged from 362 on Monday to 425 by Tuesday morning, marking a sharp escalation in pollution levels.
GRAP 3 Delhi Air Pollution: Centre invokes GRAP Stage 3 curbs in NCR. What is open and what is closed?
GRAP 3 Delhi Air Pollution: The Centre on Tuesday enforced Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR after a sharp decline in air quality, imposing restrictions such as a ban on non-essential construction work. GRAP is a tiered framework that activates stricter measures as pollution levels worsen in the region.
GRAP stage-III curbs revoked as air quality improves in Delhi
The Commission for Air Quality Management has lifted Stage-III restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan in Delhi and NCR after the AQI improved to 286, below the 350 benchmark. Despite the improvement, measures under GRAP stages I and II remain in effect. Strict vigilance on construction projects continues, and Stage-III may resume if AQI exceeds 350.
Delhi AQI today: GRAP-3 restrictions revoked as national capital breathes easy
GRAP-3 in Delhi: The Sub-Committee on GRAP lifted Stage-III restrictions after the air quality in Delhi improved. Previously, these measures included a ban on industrial activities, construction, and stricter vehicle curbs. Current data shows the air quality in the 'poor' category with an AQI of 284. Lower-stage measures will continue to prevent pollution from rising again.
Delhi air pollution: GRAP 3 restrictions invoked in National Capital Region with immediate effect; Check what is banned
The Sub Committee on GRAP has reinstated Stage-III ('Severe' Air Quality) actions in Delhi-NCR due to worsening air quality, with AQI at 299. Restrictions include bans on non-essential construction work, certain diesel vehicles, and shifting classes up to grade V to hybrid mode. These measures aim to combat poor air quality conditions in the national capital.
Delhi-NCR Air Quality: Stage-III GRAP actions revoked as AQI improves, Stage-I & II remain enforced
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage-III measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for Delhi-NCR, following improvements in air quality. While Stage-III actions were lifted, Stage-I and II measures remain enforced to prevent further deterioration of the air quality. The CAQM continues to monitor the situation, urging citizens to comply with air quality guidelines, especially in the winter season, when conditions could change.
Delhi air pollution: GRAP III invoked, schools to go into hybrid mode
Delhi-NCR's air quality worsened, triggering GRAP III restrictions. Schools up to class 5 shifted to hybrid learning. Diesel goods vehicles are now banned within Delhi, and construction activities like demolition and excavation are halted. This follows a brief improvement that saw restrictions eased, but rising pollution necessitates stricter measures again.
Delhi-NCR schools to now function in physical mode after GRAP-IV revoked
Delhi schools are returning to full in-person learning as the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) lifts GRAP Stage III and IV restrictions, following an improvement in air quality and a Supreme Court ruling.
GRAP Stage-4: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi authorizes online lessons for all students, excluding classes 10 and 12
Grap 4:Delhi Schools: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced a shift to online classes for all students except those in classes 10 and 12. This decision came in response to rising air pollution levels in the capital. The GRAP-4, a severe air quality response plan, was implemented. The plan includes measures like stopping physical classes and promoting online learning.
Delhi-NCR revises, ramps up measures to tackle air pollution ahead of winter
Delhi-NCR's Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been revised with new measures for stage III, triggered when AQI exceeds 200. Interstate buses on non-clean fuels and BS-III diesel vehicles are now banned. Actions in stages II to IV will be implemented three days in advance based on AQI forecasts.
Stage-III of GRAP anti-pollution measures revoked in Delhi-NCR amid improvement in air quality
The sub-committee of CAQM revoked the Stage-III of GRAP in view of the forecasts by the IMD/IITM for meteorological conditions and air quality index of Delhi, officials said. According to the forecast, the AQI of Delhi has been progressively improving and has been recorded as 346 at 4:O0 PM which is about 55 AQI points below the threshold for invoking the GRAP Stage-III actions (Delhi AQI 401-450) and there is a likelihood of sustaining the improvement in AQI.
Anti-pollution curbs under GRAP stage 3 lifted in Delhi as AQI improves
The decision was taken after the sub committee of GRAP noted that the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi marginally improved from the level of 353 (very poor) on January 14 to 213 (poor) on January 15.
GRAP stage III invoked in Delhi-NCR, non-essential construction work banned
It directed authorities in Delhi-NCR to invoke curbs under stage III of the anti-pollution plan with immediate effect. If the AQI is projected to reach the severe category, restrictive actions under Stage III are to be invoked at least three days in advance, according to GRAP.
Pollution levels in Delhi-NCR showing upward trend, GRAP Stage 3 curbs to continue: CAQM
It classifies the air quality in Delhi-NCR under four different stages: Stage I - 'Poor' (AQI 201-300); Stage II - 'Very Poor' (AQI 301-400); Stage III - 'Severe' (AQI 401-450); and Stage IV - 'Severe Plus' (AQI>450). If the AQI is projected to reach the 'severe' category, restrictive actions under Stage III are to be invoked at least three days in advance. These include a ban on non-essential construction and demolition, closure of stone crushers and mining activities in the region.
CAQM says no need for Stage-III curbs amid Delhi's 'severe' air quality, calls spike temporary
Delhi's AQI was slipped under the 'severe' category on Monday. Despite the worsening air quality, the Centre's air quality panel decided not to invoke curbs under Stage III of the anti-air pollution action plan. A dense layer of smog hung over Delhi with the 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) at 4 pm recorded at 410, reported PTI.
Delhi govt bans plying of BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel four-wheelers
"As per the directions provided under Stage III of the revised GRAP and Section 115 of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988, it is hereby ordered that there shall be restrictions to ply BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel LMVs (four-wheelers) in NCT of Delhi with immediate effect until December 9 or until downward revision in GRAP stage, whichever one is earlier," said a transport dept command.
Delhi government provides no extension on curbs on plying of BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel vehicles
The Delhi government on Monday decided not to extend the restrictions on plying of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles in the capital. The decision has been taken in view of the improvement in air quality, reported PTI citing an official. The curbs on plying of these vehicles was in place till November 13 as part of the curbs under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
Delhi govt to take call on lifting of ban on BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel four-wheelers
"The restrictions were in place till November 13 and they have not been extended yet. The AQI (air quality index) has been stable in the last four days in the capital. There is a meeting to discuss what needs to be done," an official said.
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