The Latest Breaking News from New Delhi

Jan 23, 2026: Despite rain, Republic Day venue records ‘very poor’ AQI

Preparations for the Republic Day parade are in full swing at Kartavya Path, where thousands are expected to gather. But even as light rain swept across Delhi, air quality at the venue remained alarming.

Newslaundry · Jan 23

First Major Rain Spell of the Season Hits Delhi-NCR, Orange Alert Issued

Delhi and its surrounding National Capital Region (NCR) areas—including Ghaziabad and Noida in Uttar Pradesh and Gurugram in Haryana—received their first major spell of rain this season on Friday, bringing much-needed relief from pollution levels. The showers, accompanied by thunderstorms and strong lightning in some areas, began in the early…

Whats Hot · Jan 23

Jan 21, 2026: Visitors to Lodhi Garden breathe ‘very poor’ air as AQI hits 336

For today’s episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited the famous Lodhi Garden in central Delhi. The nearest CPCB air quality monitoring station pegged the AQI at 283 in the ‘poor’ category, while our own monitor showed 336, in the ‘very poor’ category. 

Newslaundry · Jan 21

Jan 15, 2026: Visitors to Delhi’s Qutub Minar breathe in ‘very poor’ air

For today’s episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited the Qutub Minar – a landmark heritage site in the national capital. The nearest CPCB air quality monitoring station pegged the AQI at 317 in the “very poor” category, while our own monitor showed 380.

Newslaundry · Jan 15

Calls for inquiry after escaped jackal ‘burned alive’ at Delhi Zoo

Complaint to environment ministry says animal was killed by staff after it escaped its enclosure and strayed into a Himalayan bear’s burrow

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Danish badminton player pulls out of India Open citing Delhi’s ‘extreme pollution’

‘I don't think it's a place to host a badminton tournament,’ writes Anders Antonsen

The Independent UK · Jan 15

‘My life stopped’: What 5 years of waiting meant to the families of Delhi riots undertrials

After spending over five years in jail as undertrials, five accused were recently granted bail by the Supreme Court in the 2020 Delhi riots “larger conspiracy” case. The court refused bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. The trial is yet to formally begin in the UAPA case in which…

Newslaundry · Jan 15

Lanning back in the runs but her WPL charges lose again

Former Australia skipper Meg Lanning has scored a record-equalling 10th WPL half-century -- but her UP Warriorz team have lost again in a last-ball thriller.

AAP · Jan 14

Jan 14, 2026: ‘Severe’ AQI in Delhi’s transport hub

For today’s episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited the inter-state bus terminus at Kashmiri Gate – a crucial transport hub with heavy traffic. 

Newslaundry · Jan 14

Big Surprise for Apple Fans: iPhone 17 Pro Discount Rumours Got Real Check It Now

Apple has quietly sweetened the deal for buyers planning to upgrade to the iPhone 17 Pro. The premium smartphone is now available on the Apple Store with revised pricing and instant cashback offers, making it more accessible for users who were waiting for the right moment. With multiple storage variants…

MyLifeXP · Jan 14