Delhi wrapped in smog as AQI hits 333; IMD issues cold wave alert for today

IANS | December 6, 2025 9:03 AM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) A thick blanket of smog covered the national Capital on Saturday, pushing Delhi’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) to 333, firmly in the ‘very poor’ category and slightly higher than Friday. The worsening pollution arrived alongside a sharp dip in temperatures, intensifying winter conditions across the city.

President Trump awarded FIFA Peace Prize at World Cup draw

Lalit K Jha | December 6, 2025 12:04 AM

Washington, Dec 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Friday was presented with the inaugural 2025 FIFA Peace Prize during the World Cup draw ceremony in the American capital, where football's global governing body credited him with advancing a series of high-profile peace agreements and "exceptional and extraordinary actions to promote peace and unity around the world."

Russian President Putin departs Delhi after two-day State Visit; thanks India for 'warm welcome'

IANS | December 5, 2025 11:56 PM

New Delhi, Dec 5 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday concluded his two-day state visit to India, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar present at the airport to see him off. The Russian Embassy in New Delhi confirmed the departure in a post on X, saying the visit wrapped up with Putin expressing gratitude for the "warm welcome" extended by India.