Delhi Air Quality Turns 'Very Poor' on Diwali

Air quality in Delhi-NCR reached 'very poor' levels on Diwali night, with the AQI nearing 400 as smoke enveloped the city. Reports said 19 monitoring stations recorded severe AQI readings, and levels were expected to worsen to 'severe'.

Delhi Records Most Polluted Diwali Eve in 10 Years

Delhi's pollution on the eve of Diwali was reported as the worst for that day in a decade, according to DW. The report described the city as choking on smoke from festival fireworks and other sources.

Top Court Cites Vehicles as Major Cause of Delhi Pollution

The Supreme Court said vehicles are a major cause of pollution in Delhi, according to a DW report. The statement was made in the context of the capital's ongoing air quality crisis.

Diwali Celebrated Across India and Among Its Diaspora

Indians marked Diwali with lights and fireworks across the country, according to BBC coverage. Al Jazeera also reported celebrations among the Indian diaspora abroad.

Mirabai Chanu Wins India's First Gold at Commonwealth Games 2026

Mirabai Chanu won India's first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in weightlifting, according to All India Radio (Akashvani News).

India Joins 24-Country Global 6G Initiative

India has joined a global initiative on 6G technology with 24 countries, according to News On AIR. The headline did not provide further detail on the initiative's goals.

PM Modi Says 'Reds' Are Gone But 'Dimagi Naxals' Remain Active

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the 'Reds' are gone but that 'dimagi Naxals' are still instigating people, according to The Times of India. Further details of the remarks were not available in the summary.

India Plans World's Highest Railway Station

India is planning what is reported as the world's highest railway station as part of a Rs 1.3 lakh crore project, according to NDTV. The report frames the plan as surpassing China's equivalent.

India Becomes Third-Largest Arms Exporter to Europe

India has emerged as the third-largest arms exporter to Europe, according to the Defence Secretary, as reported by News On AIR. No export figures were included in the available summary.

Oil India Suspends Four Officials After Fire Kills Three in Assam

Oil India Limited suspended four officials after a fire at its Assam site killed three people, according to NDTV. The report did not include further details on the cause of the fire.

Global Health Insurers Could Boost Medical Tourism in India

An Asia Insurance Review analysis suggests that global health insurers can support the growth of medical tourism in India. The headline and summary did not include specific figures.

Businesses Offering Companions to Elderly Grow in India

Businesses providing companions, including 'rent-a-grandchild' services, are growing in India to serve elderly people, according to Al Jazeera. The report describes a rising market for companionship services.