Delhi, Putin and India
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Indians breathe some of the world’s most toxic air, and studies suggest it’s killing millions of them. Air pollution in New Delhi is especially deadly, and cold winter weather makes the smog even worse.
Researchers have tied the problem to widespread over-extraction of groundwater, particularly in lower-income neighbourhoods where piped water is scarce.
Hundreds of people are in custody in the Himalayan region after investigators launched sweeping raids, detaining suspects and questioning thousands.
The return of toxic smog to New Delhi led to a spike in hospitalizations in November, with children suffering some of the worst and most lasting damage. Efforts by the government to clear the air have seen little success,
Visit highlights India's strategic ties as Putin restricts travel post-2022, avoiding ICC warrant implications
Beijing has significantly improved its air quality through coordinated policies, strict enforcement, and bold reforms, offering a stark contrast to Delhi's ongoing struggle with smog. While Delhi faces challenges like fragmented governance and funding issues,
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: A mysterious robot has sparked a storm across social media after unverified videos allegedly filmed near the India–China border in Ladakh went viral—raising questions, suspicions, and geopolitical chatter across the region.
On this Special Report, the focus is on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s high-stakes visit to New Delhi. Just hours before his arrival, Russia’s State Duma ratified the RELOS pact, granting mutual access to military ports and airspace.