SC advises hybrid hearings as Delhi-NCR air quality turns 'very poor'

IANS | December 14, 2025 11:01 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) In view of prevailing weather conditions and deteriorating air quality in the national capital, the Supreme Court has advised members of the Bar and parties-in-person to avail the hybrid mode of appearance, wherever convenient, for matters listed before the apex court.

Natural farming is Gujarat's mission to poison-free future: Guv Devvrat

IANS | December 14, 2025 8:57 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 14 (IANS) Emphasising sustainability as both a scientific necessity and a moral responsibility, Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat on Sunday called for a decisive shift towards natural farming, saying that making Gujarat chemical-free and nature-friendly is his mission under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

CAQM seeks strict enforcement of SC order on outdoor sports amid poor air quality

IANS | December 14, 2025 4:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed Delhi and neighbouring NCR state governments to ensure immediate and strict compliance with the Supreme Court’s order mandating the postponement of outdoor physical sports competitions during periods of adverse air quality.

Delhi chokes under hazardous smog as air quality worsens; visibility low

IANS | December 14, 2025 8:47 AM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) Air pollution in the national capital, which had already deteriorated into the ‘severe’ category, worsened further on Sunday as a thick blanket of toxic smog enveloped the city, pushing air quality to hazardous levels and affecting visibility in several areas.