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GRAP 4 In Delhi Explained: What Is Banned, What Is Allowed

by | Nov 18, 2024 | top-stories


GRAP 4 In Delhi: Physical classes for all students except Class 10 and 12

New Delhi:

In response to worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has decided to activate Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) from today.

Delhi’s daily average Air Quality Index (AQI) rose sharply to 441 by 4 PM on Sunday, and further escalated to 457 by 7 PM, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Therefore, in an effort to prevent further detorioration of the air quality, Centre’s air quality panel has invoked stricter pollution control measures for the Delhi-NCR under Stage 4 of the anti-pollution plan Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

What Is Banned And What’s Not

1. Physical classes for all students except Class 10 and 12.

2. Entry of truck traffic into Delhi (except for trucks carrying essential commodities/providing essential services). All LNG/CNG /Electric/BS-VI Diesel trucks shall however be permitted to enter Delhi.

3. Light Commercial Vehicles registered outside Delhi, other than EVs/CNG/BS-VI diesel, to enter Delhi, except those carrying essential commodities/ providing essential services.

4. Delhi-registered BS-IV and below diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles will be prohibited from operating, except for those carrying essential services.

5. NCR State Governments/GNCTD will decide whether to permit 50% of employees in governmental, municipal, and private offices to work from home.

6. State government may consider additional emergency measures like closure of colleges/educational institutions and closure of non-emergency commercial activities, permitting running of vehicles, and odd-even basis of registration numbers etc.

7. The Central Government has the authority to decide whether to allow its employees to work from home.

In addition, people have been urged to follow the guidelines and help ensure the successful implementation of the GRAP measures aimed at maintaining and improving the air quality in the region. Children, the elderly, and those with respiratory, cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or other chronic diseases should stay indoors as much as possible and refrain from outdoor activities.



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Canadian Man Claims Pregnant Indian Women Fly To Canada For Free Births, Sparks Outrage

by | Nov 17, 2024 | top-stories



Chad Eros, a Canadian citizen, recently sparked controversy with a video claiming that many pregnant Indian women are flying to Canada specifically to give birth. Mr Eros alleged that these women are taking advantage of Canada’s healthcare system, using it to obtain citizenship for their children, and potentially sponsoring their families to join them in the future. In his post, he shared that a nurse informed his relative that maternity wards are filled with Indian women who had come to Canada to give birth. While Mr Eros acknowledged that Canadian hospitals should provide equal care to all patients, he feels that Indian immigrants are occupying many beds in maternity wards.

He wrote on X, ”The nurse told my niece that the maternity ward is full of Indian women flying to Canada to have their babies, to get a child with Canadian citizenship. Canadian hospitals won’t turn anybody away, so they accept all these foreign Indian women, filling up the many wards. Of course, I bet they get a bill for the birth because they don’t have Canadian health care, but, how are they going to collect? You see, they fly back to India with their baby after they use our health care system. When their Indian baby grows up they’ll come to Canada as a Canadian citizen, sponsor their parents and siblings, and bring the whole family over. And I’m willing to bet it’s all free of charge at the Canadian taxpayer’s expense.”

See the post here:

The video has garnered mixed reactions, with some supporting his claims and others defending the women and criticising the narrative. Some Canadians offered a differing perspective, emphasising that blame should not be directed at Indians. 

”As long as the government allows nothing is illegal. The Government needs to restrict,” one user said.

Another commented, ”While hearing this looks odd and being an Indian citizen but I somehow agree. This is what the practice is getting followed from last many years and it’s not about India I believe most asian countries. Canadian politics take entry here for this baffled system.”

A third wrote, ”Your concern is valid, but this issue stems from gaps in Canada’s policies, not any one country. It’s a system issue that needs addressing.” 







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Mob Tries To Storm Chief Minister N Biren Singh's Home As Manipur Protests Escalate

by | Nov 16, 2024 | top-stories


Protesting against the death of six hostages from Jiribam, a mob tried to barge into the personal residence of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Saturday evening, setting off another big escalation between security forces and the protesters in the violence-hit state.

The security forces had to fire tear gas shells to disperse the protesters.

The protests come a day after bodies of six missing people, including an eight-month-old infant, were recovered from a Manipur river. The six family members were reported missing in the aftermath of violence on Monday when 10 armed Kuki men died in a gunfight with security forces.

Last week, a 31-year-old woman of the Hmar group within the Kuki tribal community was burned alive in the state’s Jiribam district. 

A large mob, upset over lack of inaction and communication from government, had gathered and demanded to meet lawmakers in the state capital Imphal on Saturday.

Earlier today, protesters attacked the residences of at least three state ministers and six MLAs, prompting the government to impose prohibitory orders in five districts for an indefinite period and suspended internet services in parts of the state.

The Manipur government has requested the Centre to review and withdraw the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act or AFSPA, a controversial law which gives unbridled power to the armed forces, which was reimposed in six police station limits.

The Ministry of Home Affairs had on November 14 reimposed AFSPA in areas falling under Sekmai PS and Lamsang PS in Imphal West district, Lamlai in Imphal East, Moirang in Bishnupur, Leimakhong in Kangpokpi and Jiribam in Jiribam district.

At least 250 people have died and 60,000 been uprooted in Manipur since May last year in inter-communal clashes over government grants and quotas in jobs and education.

The Centre has sent extra security forces and promised firm action against violent members of both communities. 

Manipur has become divided into two ethnic enclaves: a valley controlled by the Meiteis and hills dominated by the Kukis. 
 



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Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Boxing LIVE Updates: India's Neeraj Goyat's Fight With Whindersson Nunes Begins | Boxing News

by | Nov 16, 2024 | top-stories


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Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live Updates: Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul – Now, this is one of the biggest-ever bouts in boxing in recent past. The 58-year-old boxing legend Mike Tyson and 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul are set to take on each other at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Saturday, November 16 (IST). The build-up to the fight was interesting with Tyson slapping his opponent Paul as the two men faced off for the final time ahead of their controversial Netflix-backed bout. There will other undercard fights also, with Indian pro boxer Neeraj Goyat also being fighting agains Whindersson Nunes.

Here are the Live Updates of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul boxing bout –







  • 07:07 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live: Goyat takes 1st round

    WOAH!!! What an intense start to this fight as both the boxers are looking promising in their approach. Goyat uses his experience and keeps his hands down, in order to utilize his head movement. On the other hand, Nunes gives his best to avoid the danger but in the end, Goyat takes the round with 10-9 scoreline. 

  • 06:56 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live: Goyat-Nunes’ fight begins

    The introduction is done and the fight between India’s Neeraj Goyat and Brazilian internet star Whindersson Nunes begins. Goyat (19-4-2, 8 KOs) is touted as the favorite in this bout, considering his experience. 

  • 06:53 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live: 33-year-old Neeraj creating history

    It is a very proud moment for India as Neeraj Goyat, who turned 33 on November 11, becomes the first Indian boxer to play at such stage. Goyat has appeared in the super hit Telugu film, RRR in 2022. Later, he also participated in the reality show Bigg Boss OTT in 2024. This fight between him and Nunes is going to be an intense one. 

  • 06:50 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live: India’s Neeraj Goyat in action

    Ahead of the highly anticipated fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, India’s Neeraj Goyat will be in action against Brazilian internet star Whindersson Nunes. It is going to be a six-round contest. 

  • 06:36 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live: Few moments away

    The highly anticipated fight is about to begin as boxing legend Mike Tyson is all set to take star youtuber Jake Paul. The fight will begin in a few moments from now. Stay tuned for all the live updates. 

  • 06:33 (IST)

    Tyson vs Paul LIVE: A new record

    According to CNBC, Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul has already set a new record. The gate money generated is a whopping $17.8 million, which is the biggest boxing gate in history outside of Nevada. The previous record, accroing to CNBC, was $9 million in gate receipts for the 2021 fight between Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders at AT&T Stadium

  • 06:30 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul Live: Green defeat Watpool

    WOAH!!! That was intense as Shadasia Green shows no mercy and clinched an emphatic win over Melinda Watpool via spilt decision. The scorecards are as follows: 

    97-93 Green.

    96-94 Watpool.

    96-94 Green.

  • 06:29 (IST)

  • 06:27 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul LIVE: We have a new champion

    Shadasia Green has won the WBO super middleweight belt. It was a close fight. 

    The judges’ points are as follows

    97-93 Green.

    96-94 Watpool.

    96-94 Green.

  • 06:24 (IST)

  • 06:22 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Preliminary fight

    As we speak, there is already a fight happening. The final preliminary fight of the evening has Shadasia Green clash with Melinda Watpool for the women’s WBO super middleweight title.

  • 06:16 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Gate revenue

    Many might think that since this is a fight between two boxers who may not be top pros currently, they should know that as of Friday, gate receipts at AT&T Stadium brought in $17.8 million in revenue, according to CNBC. Promotor of the fight is expecting over 70,000 attendance for the fight.

  • 06:08 (IST)

    Tyson vs Paul LIVE: The prize money

    There is no official confirmation about the prize money on offer. Several reports have said it to be as high as $80 million. Jake Paul, according to several reports, will earn $40 million by just participating in the fight while Mike Tyson will earn $20 million.

  • 06:02 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul LIVE: Complete list of fights

    Super Lightweight: Katie Taylor (c) vs. Amanda Serrano for IBF, WBA, WBC, and WBO titles

    Welterweight: Mario Barrios (c) vs. Abel Ramos for WBC title

    Super Middleweight: Neeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson Nunes

    Heavyweight: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson

  • 05:56 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Where is the fight happening?

    The highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is happening in Arlington, Texas. The venue of the fight  is AT&T Stadium, the Dallas Cowboys. The co-main event for today is Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano for the women’s undisputed junior welterweight title

  • 05:47 (IST)

    Tyson vs Paul LIVE: Who Is Jake Paul?

    First, let’s take a look at Mike Tyson’s opponent – Jake Paul. He is a star YouTuber and social media influencer with over 25 million followers on Instagram alone. According to reports, Jake Paul’s net worth is estimated at $80 million. Paul began his boxing career in 2018 and has a 10-1 Win-loss record, but most against MMA fighters. His company Most Valuable Productions is promoting this much-awaited fight. 

  • 05:29 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul LIVE: The buildup

    The fight is one of most improbable ones. A 58-year-old world champion taking on a 27-year-old star YouTube. The buildup has been nasty with lots of trash talking and even Tyson slapping Jake Paul during the weigh-in.

  • 05:27 (IST)

    Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Good morning

    Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the much anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. We still have an hour to go for the event to start!

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Iranian Boat With 500 kg Drugs Caught Off Gujarat After Overnight Mid-Sea Operation

by | Nov 15, 2024 | top-stories


Officials are questioning the suspects to find out details about the drug consignment. (File)

In a massive drugs bust, an Iranian boat carrying over 500 kg of narcotics has been caught off Gujarat’s Porbandar after an overnight mid-sea operation. Those on board the vessel have been detained and are being questioned to find out the source of the drugs and where such a big consignment was headed, officials said.

A joint operation in the sea of Porbandar by the officials from the Gujarat Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) and the federal anti-drugs agency Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) led to the seizure.

The boat came under the radar near the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) – which separates the international waters, after which it was brought to Porbandar.

Further searches are on for suspected vessels and more inbound consignments of drugs as officials keep an eye on the sea routes for smuggling of narcotics.

Officials are also questioning the suspects to find out details about the drug consignment.

It’s also under investigation if Pakistan was the source of the drugs. Several reports have accused Pakistan of pushing drugs across the border to fund their terror activities.

Gujarat witnessed another major drug bust three weeks ago with narcotics substances worth over Rs 250 crore being seized from the Avsar Enterprise in Ankleshwar, Bharuch district. A similar operation in the past had led to seizure of drugs worth Rs 5,000 crore from the Aavkar Drugs Limited in Ankleshwar.



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Delhi Primary Schools To Move To Online Classes Amid Severe Pollution

by | Nov 14, 2024 | top-stories


Delhi has raised the air pollution alert level to GRAP-3

New Delhi:

Primary schools in Delhi will switch to online learning mode from Friday due to severe air pollution in the national capital, Chief Minister Atishi announced in a post on X. She said the online classes for primary school children will continue “until further directions”.

Her announcement came hours after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) raised the pollution mitigation level to GRAP-3, effective from 8 am on Friday. This means all non-essential construction and demolition work are banned, among other actions.

While GRAP-3 is in effect, petrol vehicles from the older emission norms BS-III and diesel vehicles of BS-IV category are not allowed on the roads in Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) such as Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Gautam Budh Nagar.

“Due to rising pollution levels, all primary schools in Delhi will be shifting to online classes, until further directions,” Atishi said.

Delhi’s AQI at 9 am today was in ‘severe’ category, with a reading of 428. On Wednesday, the city reported the worst AQI in the country, with air quality turning ‘severe’ for the first time this season.

Doctors have cautioned people to stay indoors as much as possible. The effects of severe air pollution is not only limited to physical health, but also extended to cognitive wellbeing, affecting mood and emotional resilience.

Dr Arunesh Kumar, a senior consultant on respiratory medicine at Paras Health, Gurugram, said people need to limit outdoor activities, especially during early morning and late evening when air quality is typically poor, to protect the body from the impact of pollution post-festive season.

“If going outside is necessary, wearing an N95 mask can help filter harmful particles. Indoors, using a HEPA air purifier is recommended as it can significantly reduce particulate matter,” Dr Kumar told news agency PTI.





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