Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court asks Punjab government to stop the stubble burning. Supreme Court observes that there can't be a political battle all the time.
“We want it (stubble burning) stopped. We don't know how you do it, it’s your job. But it must be stopped. Something has to be done immediately,” SC to Punjab.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court says Punjab government is seeing a scenario where due to paddy crop water table declined drastically with wells going beyond redemption.
“You are promoting millets on one hand and then letting paddy ruin groundwater…,” Supreme Court to Centre.
Supreme Court says a serious look is required whether this kind of paddy should be grown in the time period in which it is grown, 15 years ago this problem did not arise because such cropping did not take place. Supreme Court says this crop has destroyed the water table of Punjab. Weather around Delhi affects it.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court directs Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan governments to stop stubble burning forthwith.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court makes local SHO responsible for implementing court’s direction on stubble burning under the supervision of DGPs and the Chief Secretary.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court notes that a smog tower installed as per earlier order is not working, and directs the government to ensure it is repaired.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court asks Chief Secretaries if the States to have a meeting either physically or by Zoom on the pollution issue.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul hearing air pollution matter observes that while travelling through Punjab over the weekend and he saw widespread fires on both sides of the road.
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Supreme Court observes that schemes like odd-even for vehicles to tackle pollution issue are mere optics.
Supreme Court posts the air pollution matter for hearing on Friday, 10th November.
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#WATCH | Gurugram: On air pollution, Senior Lung specialist, Medanta Hospital Dr Arvind Kumar says, "...All age groups are adversely affected by air pollution. You might wonder how an unborn child is affected because that child is not breathing. When the child's mother is breathing, the toxins go to her lungs; through the lungs, they go into the blood; and through the placenta, they reach the child, and the fetus, and cause damage... When the child is born, they start breathing the same air. Our air quality is around 450–500, which is equal to about 25–30 cigarettes in terms of damage to the body... They have all sorts of breathing problems..."
#WATCH | Gurugram: On air pollution, Senior Lung specialist, Medanta Hospital Dr Arvind Kumar says, "...From head to toe, there's no organ in the body that escapes the ill effects of air pollution. There is now evidence to say that it causes obesity, it causes asthma. When there is obesity and exposure to air pollution both present, the chances of asthma become many times higher, as was shown by us, the Lung Care Foundation. In a study of 1,100 children in Delhi, we found that one out of three children is suffering from asthma, and when obesity was also present, this number went higher."
#WATCH | Gurugram: On air pollution, Senior Lung specialist, Medanta Hospital Dr Arvind Kumar says, "Three days ago, there was a study from Europe showing that the incidence of breast cancer is higher in the population exposed to air pollution... It causes a huge number of diseases and disabilities. There are millions of premature deaths... There's data from the University of Chicago which says that in Northern India, on average, each of us loses about 9–10 years of our lives because of exposure to the levels of air pollution... To summarize, it's a massive health emergency..."
In the Second Meeting of the India-Central Asia Secretaries, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval says, "Terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, continues to constitute one of the most serious threats to international peace and security. Any act of terrorism, regardless of its motivation or cause, is unjustifiable. Offered fully funded capacity-building programmes in a wide range of areas..."
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval says, "Capacity building and sharing of experience are the cornerstones to strengthen cooperation in this domain. India will work closely with Central Asian countries to help them build defences against cyber threats and create a secure cyber ecosystem. India invited the Heads of the Cyber Security Agencies of all the Central Asian countries to India for a strategic cyber experience."
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval says, "The situation in Afghanistan remains a cause of concern for all of us. Our common immediate priorities include providing humanitarian assistance, ensuring the formation of a truly inclusive and representative government combating terrorism and drug trafficking and preserving the rights of women, children and minorities. India is deeply involved in the humanitarian assistance being provided to the Afghan people. In line with India’s approach to encouraging sports in Afghanistan, the Afghan Cricket Team is in India to play in the ICC World Cup matches. Amul, an Indian company, is the principal sponsor of the Afghanistan national cricket team for the ICC World Cup."
Employees of the Parliament will soon be seen in new uniforms for their respective departments, from the five-day special session of Parliament. The session begins on September 18: Sources
Chamber Attendants, Officers, Security personnel, Drivers and Marshals will all be seen in new uniforms for their respective departments during the five-day special session of Parliament. The session begins on September 18: Sources
Parliament Employees will be seen in new uniforms for their respective departments, from the five-day special session of Parliament which commences on September 18
G 20 in India | The Government of India presented special gift hampers to the G20, Heads of States and Leaders representing their countries.
It comprised of a curated compilation of handcrafted artefacts and products, which speak volumes about Bharat’s rich cultural traditions. Some of the products are the product of centuries of tradition & cherished across the world for their unparalleled workmanship and quality. These were meticulously created by the hands of Master Craftsmen. Some products are the result of the unique bio-diversity of our country.
G 20 in India | The Government of India presented special gift hampers to the G20, Heads of States and Leaders representing their countries including Sheeshamwood Sandook with Brass Patti.
This Sandook has been hand-crafted using Sheesham (Indian Rosewood), which is valued for its strength, durability, distinctive grain patterns and rich colour. The brass patti (strip) is delicately etched and embedded on to the wood, transforming the piece into a masterpiece of visual delight and tactile splendor.
G 20 in India | The Government of India presented special gift hampers to the G20, Heads of States and Leaders representing their countries including Red Gold: The Saffron from Kashmir.
Saffron (‘Zafran’ in Persian, ‘Kesar’ in Hindi) is the most exotic and expensive spice in the world. Across cultures and civilizations, saffron has been valued for its unparalleled culinary and medicinal value. Apart from being a luxurious and sought-after culinary spice, Saffron is abundantly rich in antioxidants and provides many health benefits.
Delhi | We received information that the body of a 25-year-old girl was found near Aurbindo College in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar. An iron rod was found near her body. According to a preliminary investigation, the girl was attacked with a rod. Further investigation is in… https://t.co/eCOeVAd1yitwitter.com/i/web/status/1…
#WATCH | Chandan Chowdhary, Deputy Commissioner of Police, South Delhi, says "The incident took place inside the park. The deceased is a college student. She had come to the park with her friend. There are injuries on the deceased's head. A rod was also found near her body. We… https://t.co/s0vZ4NQZHBtwitter.com/i/web/status/1…
#UPDATE | The accused has been apprehended by Police. Further investigation is underway: Delhi Police
#WATCH | Gujarat | World's largest office complex - Surat Diamond Bourse - comes up in the Diamond City of Surat. Bigger than the Pentagon, the building complex - worth around Rs 3000 Crores, will start its functions on 21st November 2023.
#WATCH | World's largest office complex, even bigger than the Pentagon - Surat Diamond Bourse, comes up in the Diamond City of Surat. The functions of the complex begin on 21st November 2023.
The building complex is sprawled across a 6.7 million square foot construction area and… https://t.co/c9IjibWoqttwitter.com/i/web/status/1…
#WATCH | Mahesh Gadhavi, CEO Surat Diamond Bourse says, "...This is the largest office building in the world. This has more than 4,500 diamond trading offices. From the trading of rough diamonds to the sale of polish diamonds - both of these will take place here. We have created… https://t.co/zris2tuGPStwitter.com/i/web/status/1…