The Commission for Air Quality Management said Delhi’s AQI reached 446 at 6 pm due to slow winds, unstable atmosphere, unfavourable weather conditions, and poor pollutant dispersal.
CAQM said calm winds & ‘unfavourable weather conditions’ caused AQI to rise to 425. Under GRAP-III, industries using ‘unapproved fuels’ must halt operations & agencies should intensify water sprinkling.
Delhi environment minister in his letter to CAQM said until the technological challenges are addressed and system is integrated with nearby states, the fuel ban should be paused.
Initial order was passed 23 April. Traffic police & transport department will take further action once these vehicles are identified, adds Commission for Air Quality Management.
Fines have been raised to up to Rs 30,000. The Centre has also amended the adjudication process for environmental violations, including complaint reporting and inquiry procedures.
Coal-based power generation fell 3% in 2025 while renewable capacity surged to 40% of India’s installed power mix, according to India Power Sector Review 2025 by CREA.
Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
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