Thief Targeting Vacant Homes Arrested in Greater Noida, Two Minors Taken into Custody
A thief targeting vacant homes in Greater Noida has been arrested, along with two minors. Stolen goods were recovered during the operation. Thief Targeting Vacant Homes Arrested in Greater Noida, Two Minors Taken into Custody
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NMC cautions students against fake medical colleges, fraudulent admission offers
New Delhi, Nov 10: The National Medical Commission has cautioned students and parents against taking admission or making payments to medical colleges without verifying their authenticity and regulatory approval, amid instances of institutions offering medical courses without statutory permission. The advisory comes in compliance with directions of the Supreme Court in an ongoing case -- Ayesha Jain v Amity University, Noida and Others -- in which the court directed regulatory bodies, including the commission, to caution students and parents against dealing with educational institutions without first verifying their authenticity. The direction was issued in the context of a reported instance of a purported fake medical college operating from a farmhouse and claiming to offer various courses. The commission said students and parents should exercise due diligence and verify the authenticity and regulatory status of any institution before seeking admission, enrolling in or making any payment towards a medical course. It advised students seeking admission to MBBS courses to verify whether the college is included in the official list of medical colleges published by the commission and whether the requisite permission has been granted for the relevant academic year. The commission cautioned that the presence of a college in an official list or its operation in an earlier year shall not, by itself, be treated as confirmation of permission to admit students for every subsequent academic year or beyond the approved intake. Students have been advised to independently verify the permission status, course and number of approved seats through official NMC and Medical Assessment and Rating Board records. The NMC also warned students not to rely solely on brochures, websites, advertisements, social media posts or purported permission and approval letters circulated by institutions or their representatives. For admissions covered by counselling procedures, candidates have been advised to use official channels, including the Medical Counselling Committee or the competent state or Union Territory counselling authority. The commission also cautioned against making admission-related payments to unauthorised agents, personal bank accounts or unverified intermediaries. Approval, affiliation, registration or recognition granted by one authority for a particular purpose should not be construed as permission from the National Medical Commission to conduct an MBBS course, the advisory said. It urged students and parents to report suspected fake medical colleges, unauthorised MBBS courses, forged permission letters, fraudulent admission offers or misleading representations to the NMC and other competent authorities. The NMC further clarified that courses such as pharmacy, nursing, Ayurveda, and allied and healthcare programmes fall under different statutory or competent regulatory authorities and their regulatory status should be verified with the authority concerned. Timely verification and reporting of suspected fraudulent activities are essential to protect students from financial loss, prevent misuse of the name of statutory authorities and safeguard the standards and integrity of medical education, it said.
OPINION | Diwali or Parali: Who's responsible for polluting Delhi?
The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad on Diwali night reached its worst in the last five years.The capital was covered with a thick blanket of smog right from Diwali...
Noida: Two workers rescued after fire breaks out at garment export company in Sector 63
Noida: Two workers rescued after fire breaks out at garment export company in Sector 63 Noida: Two workers were rescued after a fire broke out at a garment export company in Sector 63 of Noida, prompting the deployment of eight fire tenders. No casualties were reported in the incident, officials said. According to the police, [] The post Noida: Two workers rescued after fire breaks out at garment export company in Sector 63 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Air quality deteriorates in north post-Diwali
New Delhi: A thick layer of smog hung over parts of north India on Monday, a day after Diwali celebrations during which crackers were burst beyond permitted hours, pushing air quality to alarmingly high levels.Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Western Uttar Pradesh's Air Quality Index (AQI) levels were well above 350, falling into the 'very poor' range.Also Read: 'Data eclipse': Questions over Delhi AQI data as several monitoring stations go offline on Diwali nightOn Sunday, Delhi recorded its most polluted Diwali in five years, with the average AQI at 376. The next morning, the AQI dropped marginally to 371, according to the CPCB.The overall AQI stood at 371 on Monday till 10 am, the highest for a post-Diwali day since 2021. Of the 51 monitoring stations that recorded data, 14 were in the 'severe' category, four in the 'poor' category and the remaining 33 in the 'very poor' category. Delhi Technological University (DTU) recorded the worst reading of 439. Earlier in the morning, the overall AQI was 370 at 8 am.According to CPCB data, Delhi's AQI was 376 on Diwali, the highest recorded on the festival day since 2021, when it was 382.Also Read: Mumbai bans sky rockets, aerial fireworks till November 25 after fire incidentsHowever, according to real-time readings on AQI.in, Delhi's air quality climbed to 2,283 after Diwali. Six other Indian cities also recorded AQI levels above 1,000 at 9 pm on Sunday, according to the platform.On Monday morning, AQI.in recorded Delhi's air quality at 637, classifying it as 'hazardous'.According to IQAir, the concentration of PM2.5 stood at 170 micrograms per cubic metre, around 34 times the World Health Organisation's annual guideline value.The high AQI also pushed up PM 10 and PM2.5 levels in the national capital.The concentration of PM10 was 126 micrograms per cubic metre, while ozone levels stood at 31, nitrogen dioxide at 44.6 and sulphur dioxide at 32. Carbon monoxide concentration was recorded at 1,461.5 micrograms per cubic metre.PM2.5, fine particulate matter capable of penetrating deep into the lungs and entering the bloodstream, is among the major pollutants of concern due to its adverse health effects.IQAir's dashboard also showed a prominent air quality alert for Delhi, with data from 32 monitoring stations provided by 12 contributors.In Uttar Pradesh, the western region bore the brunt of post-Diwali air pollution, with several cities and localities recording 'very poor' air quality and some pockets in Ghaziabad, Meerut and Saharanpur reporting AQI levels in the 'severe' category, according to official and local data.Among the 24-hour average readings from November 8 to 4 pm on Monday, Noida recorded an AQI of 332, Greater Noida 252, Ghaziabad 324, Baghpat 305, Bulandshahr 303, Muzaffarnagar 225, Meerut 269, Shamli 275 and Hapur 202.In Meerut, doctors reported an increase in patients complaining of breathing difficulties, asthma, throat infections and eye irritation after Diwali.In Ghaziabad, the municipal corporation intensified mechanical road sweeping, water sprinkling and dust-control operations at identified pollution hotspots, City Health Officer Mitlesh Kumar said.The post-Diwali pollution levels were not uniform across the state.Among the places covered in the 24-hour readings, Bareilly recorded a comparatively lower AQI of 102 and Vrindavan 110. Fatehabad registered 138, Pratapgarh 141, Jhansi 144, Mathura 169, Firozabad 176 and Agra 187.Other major cities also recorded poor air quality, with Lucknow at 245, Kanpur at 221, Prayagraj at 241, Varanasi at 274 and Gorakhpur at 261.In neighbouring Punjab and Haryana, the air quality was in the 'very poor' category on Monday.According to the 24-hour average AQI, which is reported at 4 pm every day, Bahadurgarh in Haryana recorded 400, while Charkhi Dadri was at 389.The CPCB's data further showed that Gurugram's AQI was 345, Rohtak 378, Manesar 333, Faridabad 350, Ballabhgarh 316, Bhiwani 340, Kaithal 347, while Narnaul recorded an AQI of 305.The air pollution was so severe that many residents complained of breathing difficulty.Gurugram resident Praveen Bhardwaj said that when he stepped out of his home on Monday morning, he began to experience eye irritation and difficulty breathing.I used to go for a walk in the park every morning. But now, due to the pollution, I'm afraid to even step outside. Many people are even having to give up their morning walks for the sake of their health, he said.Ashok Yadav, a resident of Sector-14, said pollution has become a cause for concern even for those who head out for morning walks.Instead of merely issuing directives, the government and the administration should take concrete, on-the-ground measures to control pollution so that people can get relief, he added.In Punjab, the 24-hour AQI reading in Jalandhar and Mandi Gobindgarh was 336, in the 'very poor' category, while Ludhiana (292), Amritsar (257) and Patiala (221) were all in the 'poor' category. Chandigarh, the common capital of Haryana and Punjab, recorded an AQI of 148 in the 'moderate' category.
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L&T bags 1,000 - 2,500 cr order from Noida Metro Rail Corporation for Aqua Line extension
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Fatal Brawl In Noida Park Over Scooter Brushing Foot
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A birthday, a scooter collision and a fight: 25-year-old dies after clash in Noida
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L&T bags 'significant' order from Noida Metro for Aqua Line extension
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Mumbai's air quality better than last year on Diwali, but firecrackers trigger sharp pollution spike
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Mumbai's air quality deteriorated sharply following Diwali celebrations, with firecracker emissions contributing to a significant rise in particulate pollution and a layer of smog covering several parts of the city. Although Mumbai recorded comparatively better air quality this Diwali than in 2025, the improvement proved temporary as pollution levels surged during the evening celebrations. The city recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 132 on Sunday, nearly 30 per cent lower than the 188 recorded during the corresponding period last year. However, the relatively cleaner air during the daytime gave way to a sharp deterioration as people began bursting firecrackers in the evening. In Andheri, PM2.5 levels jumped from 42 at 8 p.m. to 597 within two hours. Malad recorded an even higher PM2.5 concentration of 606, while Chembur reported PM10 levels of 480 at 10 p.m. The overnight spike highlighted the continuing impact of firecracker emissions on the city's air quality despite growing environmental awareness. By Monday morning, pollution levels remained elevated in several locations. The AQI around Bandra Reclamation and Kala Nagar stood at 231, falling in the 'Poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Meanwhile, Mumbai and neighbouring Thane witnessed a substantial deterioration in air quality on Diwali night, with pollution levels entering the severe category amid widespread firecracker use. According to live readings on AQI.in, Mumbai's AQI stood at 278 at 9.34 p.m. on Sunday. The PM2.5 concentration was recorded at 192 micrograms per cubic metre, while PM10 levels reached 232 micrograms per cubic metre. These readings came just hours after the city experienced its cleanest Diwali afternoon air in four years. According to an earlier report by a leading English daily, Mumbai recorded an AQI of 131 around 1 p.m. on Sunday, as per the CPCB dashboard. The figure was considerably lower than the corresponding Diwali afternoon readings of 194 in 2025, 181 in 2024 and 149 in 2023. Favourable weather conditions, particularly strong sea breezes that helped disperse pollutants, were considered a major factor behind the improved daytime air quality. The city's air quality had already begun showing signs of deterioration during the first week of October. On Diwali afternoon, 20 of Mumbai's 26 monitoring stations recorded AQI levels above 100. Among the worst-affected locations, Bandra East (Kherwadi) recorded an AQI of 195, followed by Shivaji Nagar in Mankhurd at 183, Bandra Kurla Complex at 173, Ghatkopar at 170, Chembur at 168 and Mazgaon at 133. Following Diwali celebrations, the National Capital Region of Delhi also witnessed a significant deterioration in air quality, with dense smoke and haze spreading across the region. Reduced visibility has been reported in several areas, further intensifying concerns about rising pollution levels. Air Quality Index (AQI) readings and the government's efforts to tackle the pollution crisis have remained key topics of discussion in the national Capital over the past few days. Ahead of the Diwali festivities, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) implemented Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR. According to the commission's order, the decision was taken as a precautionary step in anticipation of a possible decline in air quality during the festive period. Data available on the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) Sameer application showed that Delhi's overall AQI reached 373 at 11:05 PM on November 8, 2026, placing it in the 'very poor' category. During the same period, Noida recorded an average AQI of 319. The corresponding readings for Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad stood at 360, 280 and 297, respectively, all falling within the 'very poor' category. The situation was particularly concerning in several parts of Delhi, where pollution levels crossed the 400 mark, entering the 'severe' category. Areas reporting such high AQI readings included Alipur, Bawana, Burari, Chandni Chowk, Mundka, Punjabi Bagh, Rohini and Vivek Vihar, among others.
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Greater Noida: One criminal injured in police encounter, two others escape
Digital Desk | Greater Noida, Nov 7 (IANS) An encounter broke out between police and a group of house robbers in the Dadri police station area of Greater Noida, leaving one accused injured in police firing. Two other suspects managed to escape under the cover of darkness, prompting a search operation. According to the Noida Police, a team from Dadri police station was checking suspicious vehicles and individuals near Sector J-3 when they spotted four suspects travelling in a car. When the police attempted to stop the vehicle, the suspects allegedly opened fire at the police team. The police retaliated, during which one of the accused, identified as Ajay, sustained a bullet injury to his leg. The police cordoned off the area and apprehended him. He was subsequently taken to a hospital for treatment. During a combing operation in the area, another accused, identified as Sameer, was also arrested. However, two other suspects managed to flee, taking advantage of the darkness. Police teams have launched a search operation to trace them. The police recovered the car used in the crime, an illegal pistol, cartridges and a knife from the arrested accused. Stolen jewellery and Rs 6,000 in cash were also seized. The recovered jewellery included two pairs of silver anklets, four silver coins, a gold ring, a silver bracelet and a gold chain. During interrogation, the accused allegedly confessed to targeting locked houses in four colonies in the Dadri area, including Omicron, Mu and Pink City. They reportedly conducted reconnaissance of houses to identify those that were locked before carrying out thefts. According to police records, Ajay has 15 criminal cases registered against him, while Sameer has four cases registered against him. Police officials said further investigation was underway to identify the two absconding accused and establish their involvement in other theft cases. Raids are being conducted at suspected locations to apprehend the remaining suspects. The police are also investigating the recovered jewellery and cash to establish links with other reported thefts in the area.
Annamalai urges people to buy more crackers for Diwali, cites livelihood of eight lakh workers
Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 7 (IANS) We The Leaders President, K. Annamalai, has appealed to people across Tamil Nadu to celebrate Diwali by purchasing and bursting firecrackers in large quantities, saying the survival of thousands of families depends on the state's fireworks industry. In a video message released ahead of the festival, Annamalai urged people to support locally manufactured firecrackers, particularly those produced in Sivakasi, the country's major fireworks manufacturing hub in Virudhunagar district. He said the industry provides direct employment to nearly three lakh people and indirectly supports another five lakh workers, making it an important source of livelihood for approximately eight lakh people. When we buy firecrackers, we are helping someone put food on the table, he said, emphasising the economic significance of Diwali sales. Referring to concerns about air pollution, Annamalai acknowledged the importance of environmental protection but disagreed with the argument that firecrackers alone were responsible for pollution. He maintained that the firecracker industry should not be subjected to disproportionate restrictions while other sources of pollution continued to exist in the country. Annamalai concluded by urging families to visit neighbourhood shops with their children and purchase locally manufactured firecrackers. He said public support during Diwali was essential to protect the livelihoods of workers and ensure the continued survival of Tamil Nadu's traditional fireworks industry. Annamalai's message on the use of firecrackers came at a time when major metropolitans like Delhi, Mumbai, Gurugram and the National Capital Region including Noida and Ghaziabad in North India have been reeling under high levels of pollution. As the AQI touches nearly 400 in Delhi, and surrounding areas there have been calls to ban the use of firecrackers as the air quality that is already bad turns worse after Diwali and turns the region into a gas chamber. Amid the worsening pollution situation, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR as a precautionary measure, days ahead of Diwali. Under the existing Stage III framework, a nine-point action plan will be implemented across Delhi-NCR to contain rising pollution levels. The measures include restrictions on construction and demolition activities, vehicle movement and industrial operations, along with steps concerning schools and offices. The restrictions are aimed at reducing emissions and preventing further deterioration in air quality across the region.
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Delhi HC exempts NCR-based lawyers, court staff from BS-VI vehicle restrictions on court days
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has granted relief to advocates and court staff residing in the National Capital Region (NCR), allowing them to enter the city in vehicles that do not comply with BS-VI emission standards on days when courts are functioning. A single-judge Bench of Justice Amit Mahajan passed the order while considering a plea filed by the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) seeking exemption for advocates residing in neighbouring areas, including Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, and Ghaziabad, from the restrictions imposed on the entry of non-BS-VI-compliant vehicles into the national capital. Senior advocate N. Hariharan, appearing for the DHCBA, submitted that advocates and court employees form an integral part of the judicial system and should be permitted to travel to Delhi in their vehicles to attend court proceedings and discharge their professional responsibilities. He argued that restricting their entry would adversely affect the functioning of courts and the administration of justice, as advocates are required to remain present during court proceedings, and their inability to reach court when their matters are taken up could prejudice the litigants they represent. Hariharan submitted that the notification itself empowers the Environment Department to grant specific exemptions to other categories of vehicles, enabling the authorities to consider relief for advocates travelling to Delhi for professional purposes. The development comes amid restrictions imposed by the Delhi government on the entry of vehicles registered outside the national capital that do not meet BS-VI emission standards, as part of measures to combat rising pollution levels during the winter season. The restrictions, which came into effect on November 1, will remain in force until January 31, 2027. Under the norms, petrol and diesel vehicles registered outside Delhi and conforming to BS-IV or older emission standards are barred from entering the national capital. However, the restrictions have exempted BS-VI compliant vehicles, as well as those running on CNG and electricity, besides ambulances, fire tenders, police vehicles and other notified categories. Earlier, the Delhi High Court had issued notice on a separate petition challenging the restrictions but declined to grant an interim stay on their implementation. The plea had questioned the differential treatment of vehicles registered in Delhi and those registered in neighbouring states, arguing that similarly placed vehicles were being treated differently merely on the basis of their place of registration. According to estimates from the Transport Department, more than 10 lakh vehicles across Delhi-NCR, including Noida, Greater Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad and Ghaziabad, do not meet BS-VI emission standards.
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Delhi HC exempts lawyers, court staff in NCR from ban on non-BS VI vehicles
The Delhi High Court on Friday said lawyers and court staff would be exempted from the travel restriction imposed on non-Delhi-registered pre-BS-VI vehicles by the city administration. Justice Amit Mahajan passed the order on a petition by the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA). The judge said the exemption would be applicable on court working days. Citing pollution concerns, the Delhi government had, on June 23, decided to ban the entry of all outside motor vehicles that do not meet BS-VI emission standards into the capital from November 1 to January 31. DHCBA's petition sought directions seeking exemption for vehicles lawfully used by advocates residing in the NCR and travelling to Delhi for bona fide professional duties. The DHCBA president, senior advocate N Hariharan, submitted that a large number of advocates travelled to courts in Delhi from NCR regions, which includes Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida and Ghaziabad, for performing judicial functions, and therefore, thei
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Supreme Court terms vehicular emissions major contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR
The Bench highlighted the large number of vehicles plying on roads connecting Delhi with neighbouring areas, including Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram and Faridabad
Supreme Court terms vehicular emissions major contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR
The Bench highlighted the large number of vehicles plying on roads connecting Delhi with neighbouring areas, including Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram and Faridabad
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Western disturbance may change weather across India; pollution remains severe
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Weather conditions in Delhi-NCR could witness another change next week as a fresh western disturbance has become active over northern India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather system is expected to influence conditions across several northern states, although its impact on the plains is likely to remain limited. The western disturbance may bring scattered light rainfall and snowfall to the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. However, the plains are unlikely to receive any rainfall until November 8, with predominantly dry weather conditions expected to prevail across the region. Meanwhile, air pollution continues to remain a major concern across Delhi-NCR, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching alarming levels in several cities. Delhi recorded an AQI of 463, while Noida registered 456 and Greater Noida reported 426. The pollution situation in Gurugram and other major cities across the National Capital Region has also remained severe, with AQI levels crossing the 400 mark. In another weather development, Cyclone Murasu, which originated over the Bay of Bengal, has weakened after crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast. Despite the weakening of the system, rainfall activity is expected to continue in parts of southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala, until November 8. The IMD has indicated that the weather over Delhi-NCR will remain largely clear over the coming days, accompanied by windy conditions. Temperatures are expected to remain relatively moderate, with the maximum temperature in Delhi likely to range between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may settle between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius. As temperatures begin to decline further next week, cold conditions are expected to intensify, accompanied by a possible increase in fog during the morning hours. Meanwhile, rainfall activity is likely to continue over parts of southern India due to the cyclonic system over Lakshadweep, coastal Karnataka and southern Tamil Nadu. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Mahe and Karaikal until November 8. While southern states are likely to witness continued wet weather, northern plains, including Delhi-NCR, are expected to remain largely dry until November 8.
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Over 50% of parents want an extended Diwali school holidays as Delhi-NCR chokes at AQI 555
Over 50 per cent of parents in the national capital sought an extended Diwali school holidays as Delhiites are experiencing increasingly toxic air quality each day, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing the 555 mark. The findings come from a LocalCircles survey that showed 53 per cent of parents want all Delhi NCR administrations to announce a common school smog break from November 10-15 in advance.As per the survey, 74 per cent of parents want physical classes off during the smog break, while 62 per cent want online classes to continue. The survey received over 38,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad.
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Noida food department destroys 400 kg contaminated rasgullas, seizes 450 kg boondi ahead of Diwali
Digital Desk | Noida, Nov 4 (IANS) The Food Department has intensified its crackdown on food adulteration ahead of Diwali, conducting raids at several sweet shops in Noida and Greater Noida and destroying 400 kg of contaminated rasgullas. During the inspections, food safety officers collected samples of seven food items from various sweet shops. According to the Food Department, around 400 kg of rasgullas, found infested with flies and contaminated, were destroyed, while 450 kg of boondi was seized after it was found unfit for human consumption. During the operation, officials also discovered sweets being prepared and stored in extremely unhygienic conditions at a sweet shop in Sector 62, Rasulpur, Nawada. Following the inspection, the department initiated action to suspend the shop's licence. Its business operations have also been suspended until the necessary improvements are made. On the instructions of the District Magistrate, the Food Department's special campaign will continue until Diwali. Officials have warned shopkeepers against selling adulterated sweets and directed them to pay special attention to the quality and hygiene of food products. Strict action will be taken against those found violating food safety standards. The crackdown comes amid intensified inspections by food safety authorities across several states ahead of the festival. On November 3, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the Mori Gate Khoya Market, where the Food Safety Department seized and destroyed around 7,000 kg of unhygienic and foul-smelling khoya during a crackdown on food adulteration. During the inspection, Gupta directed officials to ensure that suspected food products did not enter the market supply chain. On the same day, Haryana's food safety authorities destroyed around 50,000 kg of adulterated sweets and fake paneer during a statewide campaign. Meanwhile, 170 food samples failed laboratory tests, including 30 that were declared unsafe for human consumption. State Health Minister Arti Singh Rao said the government would not compromise on public health. In Uttar Pradesh, the Food Department also raided Gopaldoot Dairy near the Jyoti intersection on Agra Road in Mainpuri and seized approximately 90 kg of suspected adulterated desi ghee. The raid followed a tip-off about the alleged production and sale of fake ghee. Food adulteration cases often rise during major festivals such as Diwali and Navratri, when demand for sweets, dairy products and other festive food items increases significantly.
Delhi wakes to another smoggy morning, AQI at 373; NCR cities also choke
Punjabi Bagh records the highest reading at 452, followed by Jahangirpuri at 450; Gurugram and Noida also report 'very poor' air
Checks to curb pollution choke Delhi-bound roads for second day
IIT-Roorkee to study Parthala underpass design, work may begin next month
Navyug Market is too congested, GMC to get its new headquarters at Nandgram in 18 months
Haze chokes Noida, office hub AQI hits severe
Gzb cops issue 262 temporary licences for cracker sales
Childrens play area in Sec 43 park dug up for Chhath, locals protest
Murder accused held after gunfight in Jewar
Green on the shelf, banned inside: Noida & Ghaziabad markets have all forms of crackers
GBU inaugurates centre for green skills, applied AI
