Delhiites eagerly anticipate a special season when the skies turn brilliantly blue during the day and a slight chill graces the evenings, marking the transition from the sweltering summer to the harsh winter. This period is treasured before Delhi plunges into its infamous winter, characterized by toxic air, often referred to as the “gas chamber.” However, this cherished season is under threat as recent visuals of stubble burning in neighboring Punjab suggest.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi on a recent Thursday evening was recorded at 121, falling within the “Moderate” category, according to SAFAR-India. This indicates that the air quality was relatively better compared to more hazardous levels, but it still raises concerns.
Delhi’s air quality showed improvement during the first eight months of 2023 when compared to the last five years, excluding the COVID-impacted year of 2020. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reported that Delhi experienced 163 days of “good” to “moderate” air quality from January to August 2023, highlighting an encouraging trend.
To combat air pollution during the approaching winter, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is preparing to launch an action plan. This plan, set to be unveiled on September 29, will build upon last year’s efforts, focusing on addressing various pollution sources such as stubble burning, dust pollution, vehicle emissions, open garbage burning, and industrial pollution.
Delhi has identified several pollution hotspots, including Anand Vihar, Wazirabad, Vivek Vihar, Wazirpur, Ashok Vihar, Dwarka, Jahangirpuri, Rohini, Bawana, Narela, Mundka, Punjabi Bagh, RK Puram, and Okhla Phase 2. Tailored measures will be implemented in each of these areas to address their unique pollution challenges.
Haryana has set an ambitious goal to nearly eliminate stubble burning this year, with an estimated 7.3 million tonnes of paddy straw produced across 14.82 lakh hectares of land. The state plans to use the Pusa Bio Decomposer, a microbial solution that breaks down straw in 15-20 days, to manage paddy fields. Financial incentives, including Rs 2,500 per tonne for crop residue and Rs 1,000 per acre for residue management, have been introduced to discourage burning.
Delhi’s fight against air pollution is a multi-faceted effort, involving measures from local authorities, neighbouring states, and the central government. The upcoming winter pollution action plan, combined with Haryana and Punjab’s initiatives to curb stubble burning, offers hope for cleaner air in the national capital. However, continued collaboration and commitment are essential to address the persistent air quality challenges faced by Delhiites.
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With the Cricket World Cup about to start in the next week and as India gets ready to host the men’s World Cup for the 4th time in history, regardless of the result of the World Cup whether India wins it or not, the Indian economy is surely set to be a winner as according to a BQ Prime report, simply by hosting the World Cup. India’s economy is set to experience a boost and will be $1.64 billion richer after the World Cup.
When the World Cup kicks off, it means thousands of fans from all over the world travelling to India, buying tickets for the games, staying at hotels, eating food at restaurants and roadside stalls, ordering food at home through home delivery during the matches, purchasing memorabilia, merchandise and souvenirs, visiting local monuments and tourist destinations and so much more.
This all is sure to boost a ton of money into the Indian economy as the cost for any of this will be higher due to the simple economic concept of demand and supply matched with the capitalistic gains the various industries will want to have.
The combined economic impact of such direct and indirect spending during the tournament would be at least $1.6 billion, as per the BQ Prime report.
The direct financial impact factors in spending on airfares, accommodation, stadium tickets, food and beverage, travel by domestic and international travellers. This also includes the BCCI’s spending on stadium renovations and on improving the infrastructure.
The sum of all the cost of the abovementioned categories is counted as direct cost per match for an individual fan and differs from city to city.
The report also takes into account the expenditure incurred by the international fans who wouldn’t come to India simply to watch matches. They would also come to India for tourism to its various picturesque locations. Tourists coming to India spend an average of 30% of their budget on airfares and 70% on tourism and associated expenses.
For details report, visit website (link in bio)
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After Canada, now Khalistanis block entry of Vikram Doraiswami, Indian ambassador to UK inside #Scotland's Gurudwara: They even tried to open his car door but it was locked and his car immediately took off after the incident
According to the details, Doraiswami was stopped by a group of radical British Sikh activists, who told him he was "not welcome".
Gurdwara Comittee had invited the Indian High Commissioner but when Khalistanis learn about it, they reached the glasgow gurdwara and blocked his entry.
In a breathtaking spectacle amidst the peaks of mighty Himalayas, the world's highest motorable road Umling-la, situated at an altitude of 190,024 feet, made a history by playing host to the World's Highest International Fashion Runway. The fashion show, held on Thursday under Vibrant Ladakh festival, saw participation of international models from 14 countries, the official said.
The event was organised by Ladakh administration and Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council Leh in partnership with Ladakh Art and Entertainment Alliance and supported by Indian Army and Border Roads Organisation.
With the participation of international models, including two Ladakhi models, the fashion show aimed at symbolising and promoting the vibrant culture of India espoused in ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ and the highly valued GI tagged Pashmina of Ladakh, all rooted in the promoting sustainable and responsible tourism, said an official spokesperson .
The costumes donned by the models introduced a colour palette which reflected the spring and summer hues and also showcased pashmina products produced in the Changthang region, they said.
The event marked a significant milestone as it allowed international tourists to stay overnight in Hanle, a decision met with jubilation by the local villagers who honoured the models with exclusive cultural performances.
LAHDC Chairman Tashi Gyalson applauded the achievement and paid his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for allowing foreign tourists and looked forward to a boost in tourism activities in the region.
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