Fog disrupts train services in Northern India

December 20, 2024 7:49 AM

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Fog disrupts train services in Northern India

The movement of several trains has been affected as fog has engulfed the northern region of the country, causing low visibility. According to Indian Railways, as many as 14 Delhi-bound trains are running late. These include the Kaifiyat Express, Sampark Kranti Express, Gondwana Express, Telangana Ex...

Delhi’s air quality remains severe, AQI at 434

December 20, 2024 7:38 AM

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Delhi’s air quality remains severe, AQI at 434

The air quality in the national capital, Delhi continues to be in the severe category, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 434 as of 7 this morning. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the AQI at Delhi's Bawana was recorded at 465, Anand Vihar at 456, R K Puram at 453, Punjabi B...

DU to introduce 1-year PG course from 2026

December 20, 2024 7:23 AM

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DU to introduce 1-year PG course from 2026

Delhi University will introduce a one-year postgraduate course from 2026 in line with the National Education Policy. The draft proposal will be discussed at the Academic Council meeting scheduled for December 27. Delhi University has already implemented a four-year undergraduate programme, with the ...

Delhi govt imposes ban on firecrackers from Jan 1

December 20, 2024 7:18 AM

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Delhi govt imposes ban on firecrackers from Jan 1

Delhi government has announced a complete ban on all types of firecrackers in the national capital throughout the year, starting from January 1, 2025. According to a government order issued in this regard, the sale, storage, and use of firecrackers will be completely banned. During a hearing in the ...

Russia-Ukraine rule out renewing key gas transit deal for Europe

December 20, 2024 6:51 AM

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Russia-Ukraine rule out renewing key gas transit deal for Europe

Russia and Ukraine have both ruled out renewing a key gas transit deal for Europe. Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Kyiv has refused to extend the five-year agreement to transport Russian gas across Ukraine beyond its expiry at the end of this month. In a statement in Brussels, Ukrainian...

Nigeria: Stampede at school Christmas fun-fair kills 35 children, injures 6

December 20, 2024 6:45 AM

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Nigeria: Stampede at school Christmas fun-fair kills 35 children, injures 6

In Nigeria, at least 35 children have been killed in a stampede at a school Christmas fun-fair in the southwestern city of Ibadan. Police said six others were critically injured.   The stampede occurred when large crowds gathered for promised cash handouts and food.   Around 5,000 children...