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Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia made a scathing against the BJP leader, stating that pollution issue is not on the Narendra Modi-lead party's priority list but making jokes is. (Photo: File)

Pollution not on BJP's priority list but making jokes is: Sisodia on Odd-Even criticism

The Odd-Even scheme, a flagship programme of the AAP government, will be in force until November 15.

04 Nov 2019 11:46 AM

Goel claimed many environmental experts were against the odd-even scheme, and added that it was a “waste” of public expenditure. (Photo: File)

BJP MP Vijay Goel says he will violate odd-even scheme as it is a poll stunt

The Rajya Sabha member had broken the odd-even rule and paid a fine of Rs 2000 when scheme was implemented by Kejriwal govt in April 2016.

04 Nov 2019 9:51 AM

As part of the scheme, odd-numbered private cars will ply on odd dates and those with even number plates will ply on even days. (Photo: File)

Odd-even scheme begins as national capital gasps under choking smog

The scheme will end on November 15 and is likely to be extended if pollution levels continue to remain in the severe category.

04 Nov 2019 8:14 AM

Commuters drive under heavy smog in New Delhi on Sunday. (Photo: Biplab Banerjee)

Congress leaders detained during protest at Arvind Kejriwal’s residence

The protesters were detained after they attempted to sit on a dharna outside Mr Kejriwal’s Civil Lines residence.

04 Nov 2019 1:12 AM

For 12 days, odd-numbered vehicles will be allowed on Delhi roads on odd dates and even-numbered vehicles will be allowed on even dates. The scheme will not be implemented on November 10 (Sunday) and the restrictions will also apply to the vehicles with registration numbers of other states.

Odd-even back after 3 years, Delhi holds its breath

The scheme comes as an extreme measure at a time when the city is witnessing severe air pollution.

04 Nov 2019 1:09 AM

Students wearing anti-pollution masks attend a class in Gurgaon on Saturday. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi, Punjab, Haryana CMs call for urgent meet to tackle air pollution

Amrinder Singh, in his letter, said that he was hurt, shocked and angry at the declaration of a public health emergency in Delhi.

03 Nov 2019 1:37 AM

Union Environment and Climate Change Minister Prakash Javadekar on Saturday urged Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to take measures to tackle air pollution in national capital instead of indulging in 'blame-game'. (Photo: File)

Javadekar urges Kejriwal to find solutions to mitigate pollution and stop 'blame-game'

The Union Minister appealed to Delhi, Punjab and Haryana governments to work together in order to tackle the menace.

02 Nov 2019 2:38 PM

The implementation of the odd-even scheme offers an opportunity to further unlock the potential of shared mobility. (Representational Image)

Delhi: Ola, Uber to deactivate surge pricing during odd-even scheme

In a statement issued on Saturday, Ola said it will extend its support to the Delhi government’s initiative to curb pollution.

02 Nov 2019 11:14 AM

Housed in a special pink ticket with a reimbursable fare, a free bus ride for a woman in Delhi opens up many doors for them. (Photo: AFP)

Free of worry

Now that free bus transport for women is a reality in the city, we look at how passengers across the board feel about the new scheme.

02 Nov 2019 12:17 AM

Noting that the pollution situation has worsened in Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said the Centre, as well as the governments of Punjab and Haryana, should give a timeline to stop stubble burning. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi to undergo odd-even, no surge in cab fares; 50L masks to be given

The offices of various departments of Delhi govt will open at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

01 Nov 2019 7:32 PM

'Yesterday, people protested at Punjab and Haryana Bhawan and expressed their anger against the governments there," the Chief Minister said in a tweet. (Photo: File)

‘Gas chamber’: Kejriwal blames Haryana, Punjab for pollution level in Delhi

The air quality has remained hazardous in the national capital for the past several days.

01 Nov 2019 9:50 AM

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal (Photo: PTI)

Gulabi gang? Not exactly

Sniggering critics see it as pandering to the electorate ahead of the Assembly elections in 2020.

01 Nov 2019 12:03 AM

Gambhir took to Twitter and posted a video. (Photo:PTI| File)

Gautam Gambhir asks Arvind Kejriwal what has he done to check Delhi's pollution

Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday asked Arvind Kejriwal about the measure his government has taken to tackle the problem of pollution in Delhi.

31 Oct 2019 11:24 AM

CM Arvind Kejriwal interacts with women passengers inside a DTC bus in New Delhi on Wednesday. (Photo: PTI)

Over 4.77 lakh women avail pink tickets for free bus ride

The government has set aside Rs 140 crore to implement the scheme.

31 Oct 2019 1:41 AM

A tanker sprays water to curb rising pollution at Gautam Puri in New Delhi on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

Arvind Kejriwal urges Punjab, Haryana to stop stubble-burning

CSE experts analysed real-time data for the Delhi-NCR region to show bursting of crackers “ushered in the season’s first severe pollution peak.”

30 Oct 2019 2:51 AM

Delhi transport minister Kailash Gahlot interacts with a woman passenger inside a DTC bus at Shivaji Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. Women commuters. (Photo: BIPLAB BANERJEE , PTI)

Free bus ride for women rolled out

Scheme may be extended to senior citizens, students: Arvind Kejriwal.

30 Oct 2019 2:43 AM

The free of cost travel scheme for women in Delhi public buses began on Tuesday with Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia saying it will ensure their safety and increase their role in the national capital's economy. (Photo: File)

Free bus ride scheme for women in Delhi begins, additional marshals for safer travel

On Monday night, the government issued a notification implementing the free-ride scheme from Tuesday.

29 Oct 2019 10:23 AM

Laser Show at Central Park in Connaught Place to celebrate cracker-less and pollution-free Dilli ki Diwali in New Delhi on Saturday. (Photo: Biplab Banerjee)

Dilli ki Diwali: Mega laser show at Connaught Place

Event organised to encourage people shun crackers to cut down pollution.

27 Oct 2019 2:48 AM

To combat the menace of air pollution, the Arvind Kejriwal-led government in Delhi has announced the implementation of the Odd-Even scheme from November 4 to 15, 2019. (Representational Image)

Delhi chokes again day ahead of Diwali, likely to worsen tomorrow

At 10 am on Saturday, the overall air quality of Delhi was docking at 305, said SAFAR.

26 Oct 2019 11:48 AM

BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi said, 'This is a historic decision which will benefit 40 lakh families in Delhi.' (Photo: File | PTI)

Delhi: Lekhi lauds Centre for granting ownership rights in unauthorised colonies

She also criticised Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi government for allegedly wasting public money.

24 Oct 2019 12:29 PM

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