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Delhi pollution: AQI ‘severe’ in some areas, overall air quality at 396 | Top updatesDelhiDelhi pollution: AQI ‘severe’ in some areas, overall air quality at 396 | Top updates

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2 years ago

November 26, 2024

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Delhi pollution: AQI ‘severe’ in some areas, overall air quality at 396 | Top updates

The AQI in Delhi dropped to ‘very poor’ category by Monday evening due to low winds and continued to be at the same level on Tuesday morning.

After marginal improvement on Monday morning, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi dropped to ‘very poor’ category by the evening due to slow winds and continued to be at the same level on Tuesday morning, with most monitoring stations recording AQI between 300 and 440.

According to the SAMEER app, which offers hourly updates on the National Air Quality Index, the overall AQI at around 6:30 am on Tuesday, November 26, stood at 396. However, several monitoring stations reported an AQI of over 400 – the ‘severe’ category.

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) categorises AQI as follows — 0-50 (good), 51-100 (satisfactory), 101-200 (moderate), 201-300 (poor), 301-400 (very poor), 401-450 (severe) and above 450 (severe plus).

Delhi air pollution | Key points

AQI in Delhi today: Of the 38 air quality-monitoring stations in Delhi, 18 reported AQI of over 400 or the ‘severe’ category at 6:30 am on Tuesday. These stations included: Anand Vihar (432), Ashok Vihar (420), Mundka (443), Rohini (432), and Vivek Vihar (432) among others.
Short-lived relief: On Monday, the AQI in Delhi improved marginally, with the pollution level going below the 300-mark on Monday morning. Moreover, there was finally some green in Delhi, with the Lodhi Road (IITM) monitoring station logging an AQI of 95, what the CPCB categorises as the ‘satisfactory’ level.
What’s causing the pollution in Delhi: The Centre’s Decision Support System (DSS) for Air Quality Management estimated that vehicular emissions contributed 16.4 per cent to Delhi’s pollution on Monday. Stubble burning, another major factor, accounted for 11 per cent of the capital’s.
pollution on Sunday. Bhavreen Kandhari, an environmentalist, told news agency PTI that the AQI rose due to a combination of stagnant winds that have a speed of less than 10 kilometres per hour and dropping temperatures that trap pollutants close to the ground.
Consider Physical classes in schools, says SC: Despite Delhi’s air quality not making significant consistent improvement, the Supreme Court on Monday asked the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to consider restarting physical classes in schools and colleges in the National Capital Region (NCR) and adjoining areas, noting that students are being deprived of mid-day meals and lack the means to attend virtual classes.

Also Read: Consider restarting physical classes in Delhi NCR schools, colleges: SC to air quality panel

Schools allowed hybrid classes: Following the Supreme Court hearing, the CAQM on Monday announced relaxations under the GRAP and eased Clause 11 of Stage-III and Clauses 5 and 8 of Stage-IV, allowing educational institutions to operate classes in a “hybrid” format and students to attend either in person or online. The option for online education, wherever feasible, will be made available to students and their guardians in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida).
SC raps Delhi govt over GRAP 4 curbs: Last Sunday, November 17, the air quality in Delhi reached hazardous levels, with AQI surpassing 450 for the first time to all this season, prompting the implementation of GRAP 4, which the Supreme Court on Monday said.
Delhi weather forecast: On Monday, the daytime temperature was recorded at 25.8 degrees Celsius, 0.9 notches below the seasonal average, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which predicted forecast moderate fog for Tuesday, with the maximum and minimum temperatures likely to hover around 26 degrees Celsius and 12 degrees Celsius respectively.

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Peddi Day 8: Will Ram Charan Conquer Box Office Glory?

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2 weeks ago

June 12, 2026

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Peddi: Impressive ₹200 Cr Box Office Chase

Peddi Day 8: Will Ram Charan Conquer Box Office Glory?

The film world is holding its breath as the much-anticipated sports action movie refuses to leave the spotlight. Audiences are caught up in a swirl of emotions as the initial box office storm transforms into an intriguing test of actual star power. It’s a fascinating story about ambition, lofty theatrical expectations, and the unexpected nature of moviegoers.

Each ticket sold represents a narrative of passion, commitment, and dramatic cinematic drama. Fans are closely following every update, wondering if this enormous spectacle can retain its beautiful momentum.

The Current Box Office Standing

The film grossed ₹6.30 crore in India on its eighth day. This milestone brings the domestic total to an amazing ₹193.55 crore net.

The aim of joining the prestigious double-century club is now agonisingly close. It’s an exciting countdown that has trade experts and moviegoers absolutely glued to the figures.

The audience’s emotional connection fuels the momentum. Despite natural weekday drops, the local regions are strongly supporting their favourite film idol.

Navigating The Weekday Dip

A post-weekend dip is an unavoidable fact for any major movie release in the modern era. The film’s revenue decreased by 16.6 percent from the previous day’s ₹7.55 crore.

This drop has generated heated debates on social media over the long-term viability of big-budget initiatives. However, the continual inflow of viewers demonstrates that the cinematic fire is far from doused.

The dip is a normal market stabilisation following a wildly tumultuous first week. It demonstrates how the initial frenzy transforms into a consistent, long-term theatrical run.

Global Glory And Mighty Milestones

On a worldwide scale, the sports drama paints a truly spectacular picture of financial success. The worldwide gross collection reached ₹279.35 crore.

International markets made a significant contribution to this large global pie. On Thursday, overseas viewers added an additional ₹60 lakhs, bringing the international revenue to ₹49.40 crore.

This pushes the global presence close to the ₹280 crore threshold. It demonstrates the undeniable appeal of large-scale Indian cinema on the global stage.

Regional Strongholds Keep Fighting

The regional market is the undisputed backbone of this incredible box office run. The Telugu territories alone earned ₹5.30 crore on the seventh day.

The film was aggressively screened in a network of 7,412 theatres around the country. The previous version had a reasonable and healthy occupancy rate of 20.35%.

Other regions contributed lesser but significant sums to the overall domestic collection. Karnataka and Tamil Nadu contributed ₹55 lakhs and ₹25 lakhs, respectively.

The North Indian Market Struggle

While the Southern states celebrate, the Hindi-speaking belt has a very different tale. Since its first publication, the Hindi-dubbed version has suffered significant challenges.

The Hindi market today contributes less than five percent of overall domestic earnings. Despite heavy promotion, it is still battling to reach the small net figure of ₹15 crore.

This sharp disparity demonstrates the complexities of managing a truly pan-India release. What causes utter panic in one location may have a peaceful response elsewhere.

Controversies And Creative Corrections

A storm of social media outrage has also harmed the film’s box office performance. Viewers loudly criticised specific sequences featuring Janhvi Kapoor’s role, claiming excessive objectification.

Responding to the growing public outrage, director Buchi Babu Sana took quick corrective action. To avoid offending the viewers, the production team carefully cut out the deceptive shots.

This proactive posture demonstrates a genuine respect for the emotions of modern filmgoers. It remains to be seen how this imaginative change will affect the approaching weekend crowds.

What Lies Directly Ahead

The approaching weekend is a make-or-break moment for this ambitious theatrical project. Crossing the illusive ₹200 crore domestic net mark is the immediate golden goal.

Audiences are curious to see if the fresh modifications will draw a more diverse audience. The large fanbase’s emotional investment will be crucial in this situation.

With new cinematic competition arriving in cinemas, the battle for screens will flare up. This cinematic giant’s genuine resilience will now be put to the ultimate test.

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