Delhi faced very poor air for the tenth day on Sunday. The city’s overall AQI was 380, which is close to the severe mark. Several areas recorded even worse levels. Jahangirpuri reached 438, while Bawana, Anand Vihar and Ashok Vihar also showed severe pollution. NCR regions like Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad reported very poor to severe air. Gurugram and Faridabad were slightly better but still in the poor category. The air was mixed with fog as temperatures fell. To control the crisis, the CAQM moved several GRAP measures to earlier stages, adding stricter rules to slow pollution. (PC: India Today)

The Commission for Air Quality Management has tightened pollution rules in Delhi-NCR as the air quality stays in the ‘Very Poor’ range. The panel has revised the Graded Response Action Plan and moved many curbs to lower stages so they can be used earlier. Steps like ensuring steady power supply, adding traffic staff, sending public alerts, and increasing CNG and electric buses are now part of Stage I. Staggered office timings have been moved to Stage II. The panel has also allowed work-from-home steps from Stage IV to be used under Stage III if needed. (PC: India Today)

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Narsingdi in Bangladesh at around 10:08 a.m. IST, registering at just 14 km from the town. Strong tremors were felt in Kolkata and neighbouring West Bengal districts, prompting residents to rush out of offices and homes in alarm. At least six people were killed and several injured in Bangladesh, though no major damage or casualties have been reported in India so far. Authorities remain vigilant to monitor for potential after‑shocks and structural impact.

Residents in Kolkata and nearby districts were jolted by intense seismic tremors today, forcing many to flee offices and homes onto the streets in alarm. European‑Mediterranean Seismological Centre registered the quake as originating in neighbouring Bangladesh, though its exact magnitude and depth remain unconfirmed. No immediate reports of structural damage or injuries have surfaced, but social-media users described the shake as unusually long and powerful. Authorities continue to monitor the situation for potential after-effects.

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Narsingdi, Bangladesh at around 10:08 a.m. IST on Friday, registering just 14 km west-south-west of the town. The quake was keenly felt in Kolkata and adjacent regions in West Bengal, with residents reporting visible swaying of fans and wall-hangings and many evacuating offices and homes. Despite the strong sensations and widespread concern, there have been no immediate reports of damage or casualties and authorities are monitoring for any after-effects. (

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone alert for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands following a cyclonic circulation forming over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to intensify from November 21. Forecasts indicate heavy to very heavy rainfall (7-20 cm) in Nicobar and heavy rainfall (7-11 cm) in Andaman. Thunderstorms, gusty winds of 40-50 km/h and lightning are likely on November 24-25, with squally seas (35-45 km/h gusting up to 55 km/h) in the Andaman Sea. Fishermen, tourists, and boat operators have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea; inter-island ferry services may face suspension. (PC: The Hindu)

Delhi’s air quality dropped sharply on Thursday, with the AQI reaching 400, close to the ‘severe’ mark. A thick toxic haze covered the city as low wind speeds and falling temperatures trapped pollutants. Wazirpur recorded the worst AQI at 477, while many other areas, including Anand Vihar, Punjabi Bagh and Jahangirpuri, also showed ‘severe’ levels. Several parts of the NCR, such as Ghaziabad and Noida, reported similar conditions. Experts warn the air may worsen in the coming days. The Supreme Court noted the crisis, saying outdoor sports now expose children to dangerous pollution levels. (PC: India Today)

The UK is facing a major cold snap this week. New weather maps show snow is forecast as far south as Devon and Cornwall. Scotland will see a deep freeze with temperatures dropping to -9°C . Wintry conditions will hit the country between Wednesday and Friday. Snow and ice warnings are also in place for northern England and Scotland. The cold air brings a risk of travel problems and icy roads. People should prepare for the first serious winter weather of the season. (PC: Express)

Cold Arctic air has swept into the UK, bringing snow, ice and health alerts for large parts of the country. The Met Office says Scotland and northern England will see the most snow, with up to 20cm possible on higher ground. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber cold-health alerts for the North West and North East, warning of risks to older people and those with health problems. The Midlands and southern areas are under yellow alerts. Travel delays, power cuts and icy roads are likely. Temperatures may fall as low as -7°C, with harsh frosts expected through the week. (PC: X)

The UK is facing a very cold week with Met Office warnings for snow and ice across Scotland and northern England. Yellow and amber cold-health alerts are also in place for northern England and the Midlands until Saturday. Arctic winds are pulling in much colder air, with temperatures falling well below average. Some areas in Scotland may see up to 20cm of snow, and travel disruption is possible on higher routes. Ice will be a major hazard overnight. Thursday night is expected to be the coldest, with temperatures dropping to -12C in rural Scotland. Conditions may ease slightly by the weekend. (PC: BBC)