With air pollution in Delhi reaching life-threatening 'severe plus' levels, Supreme Court on Monday directed Delhi and NCR states - UP, Haryana, Rajasthan and Punjab - to strictly enforce stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) and immediately take a call on measures such as closing schools for all classes,

After taking several measures to curb air pollution, the authorities under GRAP-4, urged the elderly, children and those with respiratory, cardiovascular, or other chronic diseases to avoid outdoor activities and stay indoors,

Delhi-NCR under GRAP-4 lockdown to tackle severe air pollution: Check a list of what all is allowed and what is not HERE.

Air quality is likely to remain in the 'severe' or 'severe-plus' category during the week due to heavy fog and unfavourable weather conditions

Beyond vehicular restrictions, GRAP Stage 4 includes comprehensive steps to curb pollution from other sources. Construction and demolition activities generate large amounts of dust and are completely banned except for essential projects such as healthcare facilities,

As the air quality in Delhi-NCR deteriorates, the Delhi government has announced the suspension of physical classes for most students, in line with the implementation of Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). Starting Monday, all students except those in Classes 10 and 12 will shift to online classes until further notice.

Delhi is battling a thick blanket of toxic smog, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) surges to a hazardous level of 484. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage IV of GRAP,

The annual calamity that winter smog now is proves the National Capital Region requires a sustained, all-year-long action plan rather than reactionary responses

Delhi's air quality has plunged to "severe-plus," triggering GRAP IV restrictions and impacting travel. Flights and trains are experiencing delays and cancellations due to low visibility. Travellers are advised to stay updated on schedules,