A Mariyam Alavi

No cards or e-wallets, small vendors struggle to stay afloat

With a dearth of cash in a predominantly cash economy, many such vendors, who deal in perishable goods such as flowers, fruits, meat, and ice cream, have been complaining of slow business, large losses and a threat to their livelihood.

Delhi: Respite from fog likely in a couple of days

A scientist at the RWFC had earlier said that climactic conditions, such as the movement of western disturbances and associated induced cyclonic circulation, were expected to bring westerly winds from Sunday.

90 trains delayed, flights affected as dense fog drops visibility in Delhi

Though Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) officials had expected the dense fog to subside starting Sunday, the fog still persists.

Mist in the air, time to take out your woollens in Delhi

No child’s play: Breathing in Delhi taking a toll on our kids’ future

It is not just the lungs that are harmed permanently at a young age. Children in Delhi complain of skin irritations and burning eyes that could leave a lasting impact on both organs.

Trade fair 2017 to be back in Pragati Maidan in a new avatar

If the main attractions at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) for you were the different state pavilions and the layout of some of the buildings, then today may be your last chance to experience it.

Delhi: Second fire in two weeks at Sadar Bazaar guts shops, no injuries

A fire in Sadar Bazaar, one of the largest wholesale markets in Delhi, on Wednesday destroyed several shops and gutted out stock, but no casualties were reported, officials said.

Delhi: Two weeks pass, little money in pockets

Small vendors in city’s major markets still reeling under note ban impact

Trade fair in Delhi gets high on Sunday, food

Cash crunch shadow over Delhi trade fair

Delhi: Guest teachers demand fixed pay, job security

Officials, parents and students may be rejoicing for the successful implementation of the reading challenge under Mission Chunauti 2018, but teachers are an unhappy lot.

Fearing fewer visitors, entry fee reduced at Delhi trade fair

Trade fair in Delhi begins amid fear of cash crunch, govt allays concerns

Smoggy days may return to Delhi as wind slows down

Smog may return to Delhi as the wind speed slowing down. On Thursday, the smog cover was thicker and longer compared to the previous day.

After a week of smog, winds bring a breath of fresh air in Delhi

After nearly a week of blinding smog, crippling air quality and debilitating pollution levels, winds blowing from the north and northwest directions brought Delhi some much-needed respite on Monday.

These dogs at an adoption drive in Delhi are no less than survivors

Gasping Delhi residents take matters into their own hands

The System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR) recorded that the AQI of Delhi at 381 on Friday, which is expected to drop to 360 on Saturday; a reading still considered very poor. On Saturday, the Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) has predicted clear skies with moderate to shallow fog and maximum temperature is expected to be 31°C and the minimum is expected to be 14°C. With no winds predicted until Monday, the smog and low visibility days will persist over the weekend.

Delhi pollution levels 15 times the safe limit, no respite in sight

Delhi’s pollution touched a new high on Saturday with the levels of particulate matter finer than 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5) crossing the 900 mark in some stations, almost 15 times the permissible levels.

After Diwali, Delhi wakes up to smoggy morning

Delhi residents woke up to a smoggy morning, after a night of Diwali celebrations. The shallow fog mixed with firecracker emissions have become smog, affecting visibility.

Delhi’s kids show the way, say no to crackers for a clean Diwali

Many children across the National Capital Region have set the record straight by refusing to use crackers this festive season.

Focus on easing traffic congestion in Pragati Maidan revamp plan

The proposed redevelopment of Pragati Maidan by the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) will not only give the buildings a facelift and re-imagine the Delhi skyline, but may also relieve traffic congestion in the area.

Ben 10, Kareena Kapoor cracker covers add to Diwali flavour

If you overhear someone ask for a Thor, X-Men, or Ben 10 at a neighbourhood cracker store, do not be confused.

‘Banned’ Chinese crackers are a hit in Delhi markets

Despite a ban on sale and use of firecrackers made in China, pop-pops, match crackers, pulling fireworks and other such popular firecrackers continues to be available in abundance in Delhi markets.

Delhi: Train drivers, guards turn unlikely chefs as cooks go on strike

Indian Railways’ train drivers and guards halting at the Nizamuddin Railway Station stepped out of their engines after long journeys on Friday and went straight to the kitchen — to cook.

Bird flu scare: Delhi minister calls meeting to chart action plan

Election Museum to celebrate Indian democracy

The museum, which will be open to groups of public on prior online booking, was conceptualized and set up by Chandra Bhushan Kumar, the Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi, and his team.

In Delhi, faces of ‘terrorist nation’ Pakistan to be set burned on Dussehra

The Ramlila organisers at Indraprastha in east Delhi are planning to burn an effigy that signifies “Terrorist nation Pakistan”, on Tuesday.

Puja pandals go eco-friendly this season

This festive season, Durga Puja pandals of the National Capital have taken a green jump. Reports of immersion of toxic idols, those made from non-biodegradable and toxic materials like plaster of paris, gypsum and lead-based paint polluting our many water sources, are a yearly occurrence after festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi and Durga Puja in Delhi.

Showers increase fear of diseases

A spell of mild showers in and around the Capital on Tuesday raised concerns about the dengue and chikungunya outbreak in the city intensifying.