Civic authorities in Mumbai have imposed Graded Response Action Plan or GRAP IV curbs as air quality crossed 'very poor' and 'severe' thresholds in many areas. GRAP IV restrictions have been imposed in Mazgaon, Deonar, Malad, Borivali East, Chakala-Andheri East, Navy Nagar, Powai and Mulund. Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has halted construction and dust-generating activities in these areas.

During a podcast, Nikhil Kamath told Elon Musk that he doesn't have kids, to which the latter replied, "Maybe you should...You won't regret it." Musk also said he worries about population decline, and he doesn't want humanity to disappear. "I mean, I think we fundamentally have to have kids or go extinct, you know," he added.

Congress MPs Manickam Tagore and Vijay Kumar Vasanth moved an adjournment motion in Parliament seeking an urgent debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). They called the exercise unplanned and biased, alleging extreme pressure on Booth Level Officers that has led to deaths and suicides. "SIR... is an attack on democracy...where...Election Commission has become an agent itself," Tagore said.

Taking a dig at Opposition ahead of Winter Session of Parliament, PM Narendra Modi on Monday said, "There is plenty of space for drama, those who want to perform can keep doing so." "But what matters is delivery," PM Modi stated. Targeting the Opposition, PM Modi added that electoral defeat should not become a pretext for disruption.

On the first day of Parliament's Winter Session, PM Narendra Modi said his "biggest worry" for the longest time has been that newly-elected and young MPs are "frustrated and sad". He explained this is because they aren't getting the opportunity to show their capabilities or share their constituencies' issues. "First-time MPs, irrespective of...party, must be given a chance," he added.

The joint India-US NISAR satellite has entered full science operations after months of post-launch testing. It has deployed a twelve-metre radar antenna successfully with both L-band and S-band radars fully active. NISAR will now deliver continuous, high-precision global Earth-monitoring data to advance climate research, track natural resources, and strengthen disaster preparedness and response.

Prime Minister's Office (PMO) reportedly told Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) and CPCB to expedite work on a new emission inventory. PMO also asked for an action plan to redevelop major urban and industrial roads to curb dust pollution, The Indian Express reported. Action against Delhi-NCR pollution was based on old emissions data, National Green Tribunal was told earlier.

As Ludhiana's traffic snarls worsen, residents say the absence of a reliable public transport system has made commuting a daily ordeal. With most city buses lying defunct and the promised electric bus fleet delayed for over two years, citizens are left with a few options but to depend on autos and private cabs, a costly substitute for short-distance travel.

SP MP from Uttar Pradesh's Ghosi Rajeev Rai was stuck in Bengaluru traffic for one hour and his repeated calls to police went unanswered. He took to X to tell Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah that Siddaramaiah has "worst traffic management, and most irresponsible, useless traffic police". "No doubt now Bengaluru traffic has earned the reputation of most notorious traffic," he added.

In Karnataka, five migrant labourers from West Bengal, Assam, Tripura died after a speeding tempo overturned on the national highway in Udupi's Kapu taluk. The vehicle jumped the divider and crashed onto service road, flinging workers onto the road. Twelve labourers were on board and several remain critically injured. Police say overspeeding caused the accident and have launched an investigation.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that a driving licence stays valid for 30 days after its expiry and said that the accidents happening even on the 30th day will be fully covered under insurance. The High Court ruled against an insurance company's attempt to deny a claim because the accident occurred within the 30-day grace period.

The 37-year-old man who beheaded his Indian-origin employer at a US motel in September may not face the death penalty, according to prosecutors from the Dallas County District Attorney's Office. DA John Creuzot's office has reportedly decided against pursuing the death penalty for Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, who was caught murdering his boss C Nagamallaiah in front of his wife and son.

A Panvel resident lost ₹70,000 after falling victim to an online scam while seeking a refund for a cancelled air fryer order. Police report he contacted a fake customer support handle on X, was asked to share his screen, and then saw funds debited from his banking app in four transactions.

The government will likely introduce two new bills in the Parliament to replace the GST compensation cess on tobacco products and pan masala with another levy, as per reports. The move aims to keep the tax on sin items unchanged when the compensation cess expires in March 2026. Bills will likely be tabled at the start of the Winter session.

In response to reports published in The Tribune highlighting the stray dog menace, the Municipal Corporation Phagwara (MC) has taken proactive steps to address the growing stray dog population and ensure public safety by launching an intensified dog-catching campaign and inaugurating a modern Animal Birth Control (ABC) Centre equipped with a dedicated dog-catching vehicle.

A stunning aerial video of Bengaluru draped in mist and soft winter light has gone viral. This is revealing a serene, hill-station-like charm across areas such as Hulimavu, Jayanagar, NICE Road, Silk Board and JP Nagar. Shared by creator Kartik Surya, the visuals surfaced as the city recorded its coldest day of the year, drawing praise and nostalgia from residents.

A techie was arrested for allegedly harassing a female flight attendant on board Air India flight from Dubai to Hyderabad. The accused allegedly touched the woman while she was providing services. Upon landing, the accused said he missed his passport on seat which crew went to pick. The crew found note on seat containing "obscene and abusive" remarks targeting crew.

After an unusually harsh monsoon season that caused extensive damage to road infrastructure across Mandi and Kullu districts, tourism stakeholders in Kullu-Manali are now looking forward to a strong revival in visitor numbers with the onset of winter. The monsoon-triggered landslides, road blockages and travel disruptions significantly reduced tourist inflow during peak months.

Around 200 houses in the Inner Akhara Bazaar area of Kullu, Himachal are at risk due to continuous water leakage from Khaned hills allegedly caused by sewage seepage from the Math area above. The issue has long been neglected but is now posing a serious threat to vulnerable Inner Akhara Bazaar, where 10 persons died in two landslides three months ago.

The NPP has asked the Centre to reconsider its visa denial to Christian evangelist Rev Franklin Graham. James PK Sangma said the decision has upset church leaders and civil society, noting the visit was meant to promote unity and harmony. He urged a review as a gesture of religious freedom and inclusiveness.

The Tamil Nadu government provided ₹3 lakh each to the families of those killed in the Sivaganga bus accident. Ministers Sivasankar and KR Periya Karuppan visited the injured at Sivagangai Government Medical College Hospital and paid respects to the deceased. At least 11 people died, and 20 others got injured after two government buses collided head-on on Sunday evening.

A lorry driver in Bengaluru set his employer's vehicle on fire near the Somanahalli Toll after allegedly not being paid for two to three months. Firefighters controlled the blaze, but the lorry was heavily damaged. Locals caught the driver, Bhima Raju, as he tried to flee and handed him to the police. A case has been registered.

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Sunday that Operation Sindoor, launched after the Pahalgam terror attack, is still ongoing and remains highly sensitive. "The air defence between the three services is integrated, and it was done during Operation Sindoor as well...the navy is fully on board," the Navy Chief said.

A woman abused and assaulted a female BLO (booth level officer) in Chhattisgarh's Raipur over the form for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The woman allegedly threatened the BLO with slippers when the SIR verification form was reportedly not delivered to her residence on time. She also hit a man who attempted to intervene between both of them.