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December 17, 2024 10:44 AM

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PM Modi expresses grief over demise of Padma Awardee environmentalist Tulsi Gowda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed grief over the passing of renowned environmentalist and Padma Awardee Tulsi Gowda from Karnataka. In a social media post, Mr. Modi said that she dedicated her life to nurturing nature, planting thousands of saplings, and conserving the environment. He add...

December 17, 2024 8:35 AM

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Embassy of India in Georgia confirms death of 11 Indian Nationals in Gudauri

The Embassy of India in Georgia has confirmed the death of 11 Indian Nationals in Gudauri, Georgia, and expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families.   In a press statement posted on a social media platform yesterday, the Embassy said, it is working closely with local authorities to faci...

December 17, 2024 1:52 PM

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Delhi’s air quality drops to ‘severe’ category

The air quality in the national capital, Delhi has worsened to the Severe category, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 433 as of 1 PM this afternoon. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, some areas of the city have breached the 400 AQI levels.   The AQI at Delhi's Anand Vihar wa...

December 17, 2024 6:29 AM

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Primary schools in Delhi to operate on hybrid mode under GRAP 4

Due to rising pollution levels in Delhi-NCR, all primary schools in Delhi have been shifted to hybrid mode until further directions. The Directorate of Education under Delhi Government has issued an order in this regard. The schools have been asked to conduct classes for up to 5th standard in online...