Tag: Delhi
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Delhi in Severe Smog as Air Quality Expected to Stay ‘Severe’ in Coming Days
Overview: Seething Smog Chokes Delhi Dense smog, biting cold, and heavy fog have gripped large parts of northern India, with Delhi sitting near the edge of the ‘severe’ category according to air quality indices. The city’s air quality index (AQI) surged through the day, peaking at around 410 in some zones, a level that triggers…
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Delhi in a Grey Veil: SO2, PM2.5 and a Call for Crackdown as AQI Soars
Delhi Under a Thick Grey Veil: What the Latest Air Quality Report Shows The air in Delhi darkens under a heavy, grey veil as the city confronts rapidly deteriorating air quality. On Sunday, residents woke up to a dense haze that blanketed the skyline, turning even familiar landmarks into silhouettes behind a stubborn fog. The…
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Grey Skies, Grim AQI: Delhi Faces a Smoggy Week as Pollution Worsens
Delhi Under a Grey Veil: What the Latest AQI Means Residents woke up to a familiar pall of grey in the capital as air quality deteriorated rapidly over the weekend. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported a 24-hour average AQI of 398 by 4 p.m., with several pockets across the city breaching the hazardous…
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Delhi Fog Disrupts Flights: NCR Cancellations Rise
Unsettling Fog Hits Delhi-NCR, Grounding Air Travel A dense blanket of fog blanketed large parts of northern India early Saturday, severely impacting transportation networks across Delhi-NCR and neighboring states. The Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi reported the cancellation of 129 flights as visibility dropped to near-zero in many sectors, prompting peak-hour disruptions for travelers…
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Extreme Fog Disrupts Delhi-NCR: 129 Flights Cancelled as Visibility Drops
Overview: Dense fog halts travel across Delhi-NCR An unprecedented blanket of fog swept over Delhi-NCR and large parts of northern India, forcing widespread travel disruptions on Saturday. At Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), authorities reported the cancellation of 129 flights as visibility plummeted and scheduling became untenable for many carriers. The weather phenomenon, characterized by…
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Extreme Fog Shuts Delhi-NCR Airports: 129 Flights Canceled
Dense fog paralyzes Delhi-NCR travel network An unforgiving blanket of fog continued to envelop key parts of northern India on Saturday, forcing widespread disruption across air, rail, and road networks. The capital region, Delhi-NCR, bore the brunt as a thick, persistent fog reduced visibility to critical levels, prompting authorities to curtail operations and many travelers…
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Ethiopian Airlines Debuts 787-8 on Addis Ababa–Delhi Route
Ethiopian Airlines Introduces the Boeing 787-8 on a Key Delhi Route The Ethiopian flag carrier has taken a notable step in its fleet modernization by launching the 213-seat Boeing 787-8 on the Addis Ababa–Delhi route. The aircraft, configured with C36Y177, marks a shift from the carrier’s earlier operations and underscores Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to increasing…
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Ethiopian Airlines Rolls Out 787-8 on Addis Ababa–Delhi Route
New Aircraft, New Comfort on a Route with Growing Demand In a move that underscores Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to expanding long-haul capacity, the airline introduced its Boeing 787-8, configured for 213 seats, on the Addis Ababa–Delhi route. The aircraft, previously operated by Hainan Airlines, marks a notable upgrade for ET’s international fleet as it transitions…
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Ethiopian Airlines Deploys Boeing 787-8 on Delhi Route: What It Means for Ethiopian Expansion
Introduction: A Strategic Move for Ethiopian Airlines In December 2025, Ethiopian Airlines intensified its international network by introducing the Boeing 787-8 into regular service on the Addis Ababa–Delhi corridor. The 213-seat aircraft, previously operated by a different carrier, brings a modern, efficient option to one of Africa’s fastest-growing aviation markets. This move is part of…
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SC Slams Ad-Hoc Measures as Delhi Air Crisis Worsens, Orders Closure of 9 Toll Plazas
Background: A Call for Practical Solutions Delhi’s air pollution crisis has long tugged at the city’s daily routines, health, and policy debates. While authorities have deployed a mix of temporary fixes and long-range plans, the Supreme Court of India has grown impatient with ad-hoc measures that fail to address the core sources of pollution. In…