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People have lost their lives and this is because of continued exposure to poor air quality.

‘Difference between China and India is govt action’

Without careful planning and impeccable execution on all these fronts, progressing towards a cleaner India is impossible.

12 Nov 2017 4:16 AM

Delhi BJP President Manoj Tiwari (Photo: PTI)

BJP accuses AAP government of negligence

Kejriwal government completely failed in taking preventive steps against pollution and it has taken immature steps to deal with the crisis.

12 Nov 2017 1:57 AM

The tribunal directed to implement the odd-even “right away” without waiting for 48 hours, in case PM2.5 and PM10 go beyond 400 and 700 units respectively. (Photo: AFP)

After NGT rap, Delhi government defers odd-even

Women’s security cannot be compromised, will consider if exemptions granted, says govt.

12 Nov 2017 1:42 AM

Earlier on Friday, AAP's Delhi unit convenor and Labour Minister Gopal Rai had strongly defended the odd-even scheme, saying the vehicular pollution was the biggest source of ultrafine particulate matters measuring less than 2.5 microns. (Photo: PTI)

No odd-even without exemptions, can't risk women's safety: AAP

Delhi govt on Saturday called off odd-even rule, which was to be implemented for 5 days after NGT ordered withdrawal of exemptions under it.

11 Nov 2017 8:06 PM

'Odd-even scheme from Nov 13-17 in the national capital called off,' Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot said. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

AAP govt calls off odd-even rule after NGT declines most exemptions

The green bench had ordered that no exemption should be allowed to 'any person or officer and two-wheelers'.

11 Nov 2017 4:12 PM

The NGT on Friday said the scheme was a ‘farce’, and that it cannot be implemented from next week without its permission. (Photo: AFP)

Delhi: Green bench gives nod to odd-even rule; no exemption for govt staff, women

Earlier on Saturday, the NGT asked the AAP govt the rationale behind implementing the odd-even scheme in the city.

11 Nov 2017 1:12 PM

The odd-even car rationing scheme will be rolled out in Delhi for five days from November 13 as part of a graded response plan to tackle the alarming level of pollution in the city. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Delhi smog control: Free travel in DTC, cluster buses during odd-even days

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said the move will encourage people to switch to public transport.

10 Nov 2017 5:04 PM

The state government announced the implementation of the odd-even car rationing scheme for five days from November 13 as part of a graded response plan to tackle the alarming level of pollution in the city. (Photo: PTI/File)

Won't allow odd-even scheme unless proved effective: NGT raps Delhi govt

NGT also asked the government to give an undertaking that it will roll out odd-even only when the particulate matter levels are over 300.

10 Nov 2017 4:15 PM

The AAP government has asked IGL to keep 1.5 lakh stickers ready for CNG-run vehicles which would also be given exemption during the odd-even scheme. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Ready for odd-even rule if pollution remains 'severe plus' for 48 hrs: AAP govt

Two wheelers will be exempted from the scheme like the last two phases of the odd-even rationing scheme, Gahlot said.

08 Nov 2017 8:09 PM

The panel also recommended the introduction of odd-even scheme for private vehicles based on license plate numbers with minimal exceptions. (Photo: AFP)

Schools shut tomorrow as smog engulfs Delhi; 4-time hike in parking fee likely

The decision was taken at a meeting of the EPCA to tackle the issue of air pollution by discouraging people from using private vehicles.

07 Nov 2017 6:02 PM

According to the statement, state Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot has asked the department to be prepared when the scheme is announced. (Photo: PTI)

Odd-even scheme likely to be implemented again in Delhi

The Delhi govt, has said it might have to resort to emergency measures, like implementation of odd-even schemes, due to rise in pollution.

26 Oct 2017 4:51 PM

The government can implement these measures in the wake of the Union environment ministry’s notification issued on January 12. (Photo: PTI)

Odd-even can make comeback in Delhi

Govt armed by Centre to take slew of measures if pollution crosses danger mark.

17 Jan 2017 2:10 AM

Odd-even only after adequate preparations, says Satyendar Jain

The main focus of the National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) meeting was on the rising pollution level in the city.

21 Dec 2016 2:27 AM

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