Delhi Amends Medical Termination of Pregnancy Rules to Reflect Updated Terminology
It may be recalled that the Delhi government had issued a notification dated January 18, 2024 introducing the updated formats for Form-I, Form-II, and Form-III. These formats are essential for the proper documentation of Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) cases, as mandated by the law. Now, by the present notification, the Delhi government has further updated Form-II wherein the words “mental retardation” have been replaced with “women with intellectual disability”.
Delhi BNSS (Arrest Information) Rules, 2025
Delhi BNSS (Arrest Information) Rules, 2025 aim to streamline the process of notifying concerned parties about arrests, leveraging both electronic and physical modes of communication. The rules will apply to the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Delhi Revokes Stage-III GRAP Restrictions Revoked As Air Quality Improves
Delhi’s AQI has steadily improved throughout the day, dropping from 281 at 2 PM to 278 at 4 PM. Rainfall due to a Western Disturbance (WD) on January 11-12, 2025, played a crucial role in improving air quality. Forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predict another WD around January 14-15, 2025.
Delhi’s Air Quality Plummets, Commission Invokes Emergency Measures
This invocation comes after the city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed the ‘severe’ mark of 350 on Thursday, January 9th, 2025. AQI has risen sharply from 297 on January 8th to 357 on January 9th. Stage-III GRAP actions target construction activities, vehicle restrictions, school operations, and government office timings. Citizens are urged to minimize travel, use public transport, and avoid open burning of waste.
Delhi’s Air Quality Improves, Stage-III GRAP Restrictions Lifted
Delhi’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) was steadily declining throughout January 5, 2025. Therefore, the Sub-Committee unanimously decided to lift all actions under Stage-III of the revised GRAP across the entire National Capital Region (NCR).
Delhi Air Quality Shows Improvement, Stage III Graded Response Action Plan Revoked
Favorable weather conditions and recent rainfall have led to a significant improvement in Delhi’s AQI. Based on these improvements, CAQM has revoked Stage III actions under the revised GRAP for Delhi. However, Stage I and II actions remain in effect and will be strictly implemented by all concerned authorities in the NCR region.
Delhi’s Air Quality Improves: Stage-IV Restrictions Lifted
The air quality in Delhi has shown a significant improvement, prompting authorities to revoke the harshest restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). This decision follows directions from the Supreme Court and aims to balance public health concerns with economic considerations.
Delhi’s Air Quality Deteriorates, Commission Invokes Emergency Measures
Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) has been steadily rising, reaching a concerning 379 by 4 PM on December 16, 2024. Forecasts predict the AQI to remain in the “Very Poor” to “Severe” category in the coming days due to unfavorable weather conditions. This has prompted the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and Adjoining Areas to invoke emergency measures under Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
New Regulations for Green Energy Open Access in Delhi
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has issued new regulations to facilitate the adoption of green energy and promote sustainable practices in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. These regulations outline the framework for Green Energy Open Access, allowing consumers to procure electricity from renewable energy sources.
Delhi, Telangana, Karnataka and Gujarat Governments Announce Holidays for 2025
The Governments of Delhi, Telangana, Karnataka and Gujarat have declared the holidays that will be observed in all government offices within the respective states for the year 2025. All these lists were issued in November 2024.
