Delhiites protested at India Gate Sunday demanding clean air, with dozens detained by police citing lack of permission. A viral video showed police detaining a parent holding a child, prompting the question: "Bacche saans nahi lete kya?" (Don't children breathe?). Protesters wore gas masks, carried Constitution copies, and children. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condemned detentions, calling clean air a fundamental right. Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa blamed AAP's 10-year government for toxic air, defending the seven-month-old CM Rekha Gupta administration's anti-smog measures. AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj accused the government of data manipulation. Environmental activist Bhavreen Kandhari criticized insufficient GRAP implementation despite hazardous AQI levels. Delhi's air quality remained "very poor."

Delhi's air quality crisis has reached alarming levels, with even air purifiers struggling against toxic pollution. A viral video shows a man cleaning his air purifier filter after days of use and it emerges completely black, clogged with thick dust and toxic particles. The clip sparked widespread concern, with users commenting "air purifier needs purification" and "soon warranties will auto-void if used in Delhi." Senior pulmonologist Dr. Gopi Chand Khilnani explained air purifiers require closed rooms and constant operation to be effective. WHO doesn't agree purifiers improve health, but Khilnani recommends them for elderly and chronically ill patients. He advises Delhi residents, particularly those with respiratory issues, to leave the city for six-eight weeks if affordable.

A strong 6.7-magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Iwate Prefecture in northern Japan on Sunday evening, prompting a tsunami warning. The quake struck about 10km below the sea surface around 5pm local time. Japan’s Meteorological Agency issued an advisory for waves up to one metre high. Small tsunami waves of 10–20cm were later recorded in several coastal cities. There were no immediate reports of injuries, damage, or issues at nearby nuclear power plants. Train services were briefly halted, and power outages were reported. Officials urged people to stay away from the coast as aftershocks and further waves remain possible.

More than one million people have been evacuated in the Philippines as Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, moves closer to land. At least two people have died as strong winds and heavy rain hit the eastern islands. The storm is expected to make landfall in Aurora province on Sunday night with winds up to 230km/h. Schools, offices, and flights across Luzon, including Manila, have been suspended. Officials warned people to follow evacuation orders to avoid last-minute rescues. The typhoon comes just days after Typhoon Kalmaegi killed 224 people, adding pressure to the country’s disaster response system. (PC: AP, Shutterstock)

More than 900,000 residents in eastern and northern regions of the Philippines have been evacuated as Super Typhoon Fung-wong, with sustained winds of 185 km/h and gusts up to 230 km/h, barrels toward landfall in Aurora province. Storm alerts at the highest level (Signal No. 5) are in place for southeastern Luzon, and flights have been cancelled, power outages reported and evacuation centres filled. The typhoon hits just days after Typhoon Kalmaegi devastated parts of the country, underscoring the escalating impact of severe weather events in the region.

Super Typhoon Fung-wong hit the eastern coast of the Philippines on Sunday, forcing nearly one million people to leave their homes. The storm brought strong winds, heavy rain, and power cuts across several provinces. Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr warned that Manila and Cebu could also be affected. The country is still recovering from Typhoon Kalmaegi, which killed over 200 people earlier this week. More than 30 million people may face danger from the storm. Around 400 flights were cancelled. In Brazil, a powerful tornado killed six and injured over 750 in the southern state of Parana. (PC: Sky News)

An earthquake measuring 5.4 on the Richter scale struck the Andaman and Nicobar Islands at 12:06 pm on Sunday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 km, about 90 km from the islands. No reports of injuries or property damage have been received so far. The German Research Centre for Geosciences reported a slightly higher magnitude of 6.07, while the US Geological Survey recorded it at 5.5. Authorities confirmed there was no tsunami threat. The Andaman region lies in one of the world’s most active seismic zones. (PC: HT)

Typhoon Fung Wong, now a super typhoon, hit the Philippines on Sunday with winds up to 185 km/h and heavy rain. The storm first struck Catanduanes island before moving across Luzon. Thousands of people were evacuated from coastal and low-lying areas as authorities warned of “life-threatening” conditions. Flights and schools were cancelled, and hotels along the coast were cleared. The storm comes just days after Typhoon Kalmaegi killed more than 200 people. Officials say Fung Wong will weaken after landfall but remain dangerous. The government has declared a state of calamity to speed up emergency aid. (PC: BBC)

Delhi’s air quality worsened on Saturday, with pollution levels crossing the 400-mark in 15 locations, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The city’s 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 361 at 4 pm and rose to 372 by 6 pm. Areas like Wazirpur, Bawana, and Burari Crossing recorded AQI above 420. Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida also reported ‘very poor’ air. Experts say PM2.5 and PM10 are the main pollutants. The Air Quality Early Warning System has predicted that the air will remain ‘very poor’ over the next few days. (PC: HT)

On Saturday morning, the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) in New Delhi stood at 355, marking a shift into the “very poor” category. In specific areas, the situation was even graver: at Anand Vihar the AQI soared to 403, entering the “hazardous” range. Other localities recorded high levels too — Jahangirpuri 365, Rohini 361 and Wazirpur 378. The deterioration follows Friday’s AQI of 311, which had already marked a decline from earlier “poor” readings. The city also woke up to a shallow layer of fog amid dropping temperatures — a combination that tends to trap pollutants and further degrade air quality. (PC: PTI)