India was the fifth most polluted country globally in 2024, with Byrnihat in Meghalaya being the most polluted metropolitan area. Despite a 7% decline in PM2.5 concentrations compared to 2023, major urban centers like New Delhi continued to face severe air pollution problems.
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Seven senior students from Kariavattom government college were suspended for attacking a first-year biotechnology student. Based on the college principal's report, the police invoked Section 4 of the Kerala Prohibition of Ragging Act, 1998. The accused students were booked under various sections by Kazhakkoottam police.
During a peace committee meeting in Sambhal, DSP Anuj Chaudhary advised Muslims to stay indoors on Holi if they felt playing with colors affected their faith. He faced criticism for leading a religious procession in uniform and had previously been involved in communal tension following a mosque survey.
Zikra, a self-proclaimed 'Lady Don' with ties to a gangster's family, is implicated in the murder of a 17-year-old. Arrested previously for Arms Act violations and social media displays of firearms, she allegedly groomed a gang of minors for criminal activities. Nine individuals, including two minors and the main accused, Sahil, have been apprehended.
Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of planning to block the Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevani scheme in Delhi. He promises to implement these schemes if re-elected. Kejriwal alleges that BJP and Congress are opposing AAP's initiatives. The schemes include a Rs 2,100 benefit for women and free medical treatment for senior citizens in Delhi.
Doctors and citizens protested in Kolkata against CBI's alleged failure in the RG Kar rape-murder probe. They demanded speedy justice and questioned the delay in filing chargesheets against former principal Sandip Ghosh and ex-OC Abhijit Mandal, who were recently granted bail. Protesters marched, seeking answers and accountability from CBI, while others held demonstrations criticizing both state and central governments.
A 14-year-old boy was critically injured after being hit by a reckless Jaguar car while jogging in Noida Extension. The incident led to the arrest of the 22-year-old driver. Rising road accidents involving luxury vehicles in the region have prompted authorities to launch road safety campaigns, especially targeting schools and colleges. The boy remains in critical condition.
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