The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked GRAP Stage-III restrictions as Delhi's air quality improved to 'poor' and is expected to remain in the 'Very Poor' category. Construction activities and the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars can resume. Dense fog caused low visibility and delayed flights, but no diversions or cancellations occurred.
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