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GRAP Stage-3 Curbs Lifted in Delhi-NCR as Air Quality Improves

NEW DELHI: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) lifted the Stage-3 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, as air quality has improved over the past few days. The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 327. Forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology indicate that the air quality is expected to remain in the “very poor” category. Nevertheless, the CAQM confirmed that measures under Stage-1 and Stage-2 of the revised GRAP, announced on November 21, will continue and will be closely monitored…

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Noida Implements Construction Ban as GRAP Stage-III Takes Effect

NOIDA: Due to the worsening air quality in the Delhi-NCR region, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has initiated Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). As a result, the Noida Authority has implemented stringent restrictions on construction activities and vehicle movement throughout the city. According to an official announcement on Tuesday, all construction work in Noida is suspended, with the exceptions of metro rail, hospitals, and flyovers. This action is aimed at reducing pollution levels as the region’s Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the “severe” category. On Wednesday evening, the AQI readings were 407 at the…