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International Yoga Day: Even pregnant women not spared, alleges Mufti on J-K employees being forced to take part
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti criticises Jammu and Kashmir administration for allegedly forcing employees, including pregnant women, to report for International Yoga Day event at odd hours. PM Modi to lead main IYD celebrations at SKICC on Friday.
European Central Bank set to cut rates for the first time since 2019 even as inflation fight continues
All 82 economists polled by Reuters expected the ECB to trim its deposit rate to 3.75% on Thursday from a record 4.0%, in what would be its first cut since 2019. ECB policymakers have clearly telegraphed their intention to lower borrowing costs after seeing inflation in the 20 countries that share the euro fall from more than 10% in late 2022 to just above their 2% target in recent months.
Even Rajasthan's Phalodi Satta Bazaar failed to predict it right in Lok Sabha elections
The Rajasthan's Phalodi Satta Bazar, a reliable predictor of election outcomes, failed to predict the BJP's underperformance in the Lok Sabha elections. The betting market predicted the BJP to secure between 303 and 306 seats, while Congress was expected to win 61 to 63 seats. However, the BJP secured only 14 seats, falling 5 seats short and Congress gained 5 seats.
BJP has odds stacked against it in Punjab. What gives it hope?
The BJP navigates challenges in Punjab elections, targeting urban voters and leveraging political dynamics for success. Despite facing opposition from farmers and complexities in alliance negotiations, the party aims to secure victories and strengthen its position in the state.
How Arunachal's Rupa Bayor fought odds to become Taekwondo champion
Rupa Bayor from Arunachal Pradesh overcame personal struggles and visa denials to win a bronze at the Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships in Vietnam. Raised by a widowed mother, she found solace and success in Taekwondo. Despite facing visa issues for international competitions, Bayor remains determined to excel in her sport. She is inspired by boxer M C Mary Kom's achievements.
Dollar struggles to retain gains even as March rate cut odds recede
The Bank of Japan's two-day meeting begins on Monday. Wagers for an exit from negative rates at this meeting have been wound down in the wake of the New Year's Day earthquake on Japan's west coast alongside dovish BOJ commentary.
Delhi air quality close to 'severe plus' category, odd-even on anvil
The capital's 24-hour average AQI, recorded at 4 pm every day, was 401 on Wednesday, 397 on Tuesday, 358 on Monday, 218 on Sunday, 220 on Saturday, and 279 on Friday. The relatively better air quality last weekend is attributed to rain.
"If the pollution escalates to the 'Severe' plus category, measures will be implemented to mitigate it,": Gopal Rai
A thick layer of smog veiled the national capital on Wednesday morning and the air quality was recorded in the 'severe' category in several parts of Delhi. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality in RK Puram was recorded at 420 at 7 am on Wednesday, it was at 408 at New Moti Bagh, 404 at the IGI Airport area and 433 at Nehru Nagar, all in the severe category.
Delhi govt postpones implementation of odd-even scheme as AQI levels subside
The Delhi government has postponed the implementation of the odd-even policy in the capital due to improving air quality index after overnight rains. The AQI, which was 450+, has now reached around 300. The decision to implement odd-even from November 13 to 20 has been postponed, and the situation will be analysed again after Diwali.
Delhi Odd-Even: Dates, Restriction Timings, Exemptions & Fine. Here's all you should Know
As Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches 'severe' levels ahead of Diwali, the Delhi government has implemented the 'odd-even' scheme. The scheme allows vehicles with odd-numbered registrations to ply on odd dates, and vehicles with even-numbered registrations on even dates. The scheme will be in effect from November 13 to November 20, with possible extensions if there is no improvement in AQI.
Delhi Minister Gopal Rai says odd-even scheme to be implemented after SC reviews its effectiveness
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Wednesday said that the odd-even scheme would be implemented post the reevaluation by government following the Supreme Court's recent scrutiny of the initiative. The scheme, designed to mitigate vehicular pollution, has come under examination, with the apex court questioning its impact and referring to it as "all optics."
Get ready for travel challenges next week as Delhi may ban NCR cabs from entering Delhi
The Delhi government's plan to restrict cabs registered in other states from entering the capital during the implementation of the odd-even rule next week has raised concerns about difficulties in commuting between Delhi and the NCR cities. This decision has the potential to disrupt the interconnected transport grid and significantly reduce the availability of number of public transport vehicles.
Delhi bans entry of app-based taxis from other states amid worsening air quality
The decision came after the Supreme Court said that a large number of taxis in Delhi have registrations in different states that carry only one passenger.
Odd-Even in Delhi from next week: Here are vehicles that may be exempted, and penalties for violations
The Delhi government is preparing to reinstate the odd-even road rationing system from November 13 to November 20 to control air pollution. The specifics of the regulations are yet to be announced pending the Supreme Court's response. The system allows vehicles to ply on alternate days based on the last digit of their number plate. Violators will face a fine of Rs 20,000.
As Delhi AQI shoots up, SC says schemes like odd-even for vehicles are mere optics
The Supreme Court urged Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan governments to address stubble burning, criticizing schemes like odd-even vehicle restrictions as mere optics. With increasing AQI levels and worsening air pollution, Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi reintroduced the odd-even system to combat air pollution, citing a 2018 study that blames 40% of PM 2.5 pollution on vehicular emissions.
Odd-even returning to roads near you!
'Odd-even' was introduced in 2016 and implemented in 2017 and 2019. Numbers of car plates ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 are permitted on roads on odd-numbered dates, while those ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 can run on even-numbered dates.
Delhi odd-even rule for cars back from November 13 . Five things you need to know
With Delhi's pollution levels set to worsen further after Diwali, the Arvind Kejriwal government has announced the return of the odd-even car scheme from November 13 to 20. A decision to extend this scheme will be made later. The vehicle restriction scheme allows cars to ply on alternate days depending on their odd or even license plate numbers. Odd-numbered plates will be permitted on odd dates, while even-numbered plates will operate on even dates. Notably, the scheme, initially introduced in 2016 to combat vehicular pollution, was enforced in 2017 and 2019 as well.
Odd-even policy makes a comeback, schools shut till Nov 11 as Delhi struggles to breathe
The odd-even vehicular restriction scheme will be imposed across Delhi between November 13 and 20 as the capital city gasps for breath, the Aam Aadmi Party announced on Monday.
As Delhi AQI levels hit the 400-mark, 'odd-even' policy set to make a comeback
The Delhi government is considering reinstating the 'odd-even' policy to combat worsening air quality as the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeded 400 in various locations. The move allows vehicles to operate on alternate days based on odd or even number plates. Delhi's Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, stated that they're following the mandate of the Commission for Air Quality Management and will take further actions if necessary.
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