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Delhi recorded 'satisfactory' AQI for 5th day in last 7 days: Minister Sirsa

New Delhi, June 27: Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Friday that due to the government’s aggressive air quality and waste management strategy Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 76, firmly in the ‘Satisfactory’ category.

Saqib Saleem enjoys biryani after 8 weeks of strict dieting regimen

Mumbai, June 25: Actor Saqib Saleem, who was recently seen in the streaming series 'Crime Beat', had his first cheat meal in over 8 weeks.

Oman Cricket confirms players dues to be cleared from T20 World Cup 2024

Muscat, June 23: Oman Cricket (OC) has confirmed that the prize money awarded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for the team's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will be disbursed by July 2025 to its full squad comprising players and support staff.

Stage-I GRAP measures revoked in Delhi-NCR as AQI drops to 140

New Delhi, June 15: As the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 140 on Sunday, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked the already enforced Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect.

PCB retains core selection panel, clarifies role of coaches, captain in team selection

Lahore, June 12: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has put to rest speculation about major changes to its men's selection committee, confirming that four out of the five members will continue in their roles. The panel will still include Azhar Ali, Asad Shafiq, Aaqib Javed, and former umpire Aleem Dar, as per ESPNcricinfo.

Saqib Saleem flexes new muscular look after cutting carbs from his diet

Mumbai, June 10: Bollywood actor Saqib Saleem took to social media to flaunt his impressive new physique, revealing a dramatic fitness transformation after eliminating carbs from his diet.

Huma Qureshi reminisces childhood memories with brother Saqib, shares rare pictures of their parents

Mumbai, June 4: Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi took to social media to share a heartfelt trip down memory lane with her brother, Saqib Saleem.

Akshay Oberoi to star alongside Manoj Bajpayee, Saqib Saleem in gritty crime drama

Mumbai, May 27: Actor Akshay Oberoi along with Manoj Bajpayee and Saqib Saleem will be seen in an upcoming intense new crime drama.

CAQM sub-committee meets, reviews air quality scenario in Delhi-NCR

New Delhi, May 19: In view of Delhi's daily average AQI slightly crossing the 200 threshold, the sub-committee for invoking actions under GRAP of CAQM met today to review the current air quality scenario of Delhi-NCR and forecasts for weather and meteorological conditions.

AQI moderates, GRAP's Stage 1 withdrawn from the entire NCR with immediate effect

New Delhi, May 18: With Delhi's AQI recorded as 'moderate' on Sunday, a day after strong winds and thunderstorms followed by light rains, the GRAP Stage 1 imposed in the NCR since May 16 has been withdrawn with immediate effect, an official statement said.

Delhi-NCR breathes slightly easier after rain, air quality remains poor in several areas

New Delhi, May 17: After a brief spell of rainfall in several parts of Delhi-NCR , there was a marginal improvement in air quality and temperature on Saturday morning. However, the overall air quality in many areas still remains in the "poor" to "very poor" category.

Stage-I GRAP measures enforced across NCR as Delhi AQI remains 'poor'

New Delhi, May 16: In response to a sudden spike in air pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) enforced Stage-I measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the entire National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday.

Heatwave grips North India; 'Orange alert' issued in 13 UP districts

New Delhi, May 16: North India is reeling under the dual assault of an intense heatwave and rising air pollution, severely affecting daily life across several regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'Orange Alert' for 13 districts in Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow, Ghaziabad, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Mau, Ballia, Kaushambi, Jaunpur, and Azamgarh.

Delhi's air quality worsens; AQI in 'very poor' category

New Delhi, May 16: Delhi woke up on Friday to worsened air quality with the AQI touching 301 which falls in the 'very poor' category. A sudden spike in dust pollution is causing the air quality to deteriorate.

Delhi's air quality in 'very poor' category with average AQI at 305; Wazirpur, Mundka soar above 400

New Delhi, May 16: Delhi’s air quality on Friday morning slipped into the “very poor” category with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 305 and Wazirpur and Mundka seeing levels soar to 422 and 419 respectively, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Afghan FM Muttaqi on trade, Chabahar Port, and visa facilitation

New Delhi, May 16: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Afghanistan's Acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi on Thursday and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between India and Afghanistan.

We will make all efforts and clean Delhi air: State environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa

New Delhi, May 15: Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa hit out at former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi after the latter alleged that the AQI had reached 500 on Thursday morning.

In call with EAM Jaishankar, Afghanistan FM firmly rejects attempts to create distrust with India

Kabul/New Delhi, May 15: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Thursday evening spoke with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, appreciating the ruling regime's condemnation of the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack and outright dismissal of attempts being made to create distrust between Kabul and New Delhi.

Dust storm from North Pakistan advecting toward Delhi-NCR: IMD

New Delhi, May 15: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday that dust advected from North Pakistan is moving towards Delhi-NCR via Punjab and Haryana.

PCB appoints Mike Hesson as white-ball head coach, Aqib Javed named director high-performance

Lahore, May 13: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Mike Hesson as the white-ball head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team effective from May 26, a day after the culmination of the PSL 2025 season.

Second Emirati-Iraqi Business Forum discusses enhancing trade partnerships

Dubai, May 3: The Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce, organised the Second Emirati-Iraqi Business Forum yesterday in Dubai. This took place on the sidelines of the Iraqi trade delegation's visit to the UAE from May 1st to 2nd.

Delhi breaths easy; witnesses best AQI average in 5 years in January-March quarter

New Delhi, March 31: Delhi witnessed its best average Air Quality Index (AQI) readings on the month of March, 2025, at 170 AQI, down from six points in 2024, the Commission for Air Quality Management said on Monday.

'Mumbai-born lad' Saqib Ayub talks about his roots from Bihar, love for travelling

Mumbai, March 31: Actor Saqib Ayub, who has been receiving a lot of positive response for his work in the theatrical release ‘Superboys of Malegaon’, has said that although he was born and raised in Mumbai, Bihar, his native courses through his blood and flesh.

GRAP-I restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCR as air quality improves

New Delhi, March 30: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked the Graded Response Action Plan - Stage I (GRAP-I) in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect after air quality improved in the city.

Stage-I GRAP order lifted in Delhi-NCR as air quality improves

New Delhi, March 29: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-I in Delhi-NCR after the national capital's Air Quality Index was recorded at 153 (moderate category) on Saturday.

Saqib Saleem pens poem questioning human existence

Mumbai, March 26: Actor Saqib Saleem, who was recently seen in the streaming horror-comedy film 'Kakuda', has penned a touching poem.

Sikandar Kher: Being on set, working and having my releases is the only thing I want

Mumbai, March 25: Actor Sikandar Kher, who is currently shooting three films simultaneously such as Sriram Raghavan’s much-anticipated war drama Ikkis, the quirky comedy Baby Do Die Do and the romantic entertainer Jassi Weds Jassi, says being on set, working and having my releases is the only thing I want

Pakistan gears up to legalise cryptocurrency trading

Islamabad, March 21: Bilal Bin Saqib, who has been appointed as the Chief Advisor to the Finance Minister to streamline and strategise digital asset management, has said that Pakistan will no longer sit on the sidelines and let the opportunity to attract global investment through cryptocurrency trading slide away.

Pak authorities clueless as deadline for mass deportation of Afghan refugees approaches

Islamabad, March 21: The Pakistan government has not set any guidelines as the deadline for the mass repatriation of Afghan refugees from the country is just ten days away, leaving relevant departments clueless.

Delhi's AQI drops to '85' after three years

New Delhi, March 15: Delhi on Saturday recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 85, which is the lowest in the last three years for the period from January 1 to March 15.

Gillespie takes jibe at clown Aaqib Javed for undermining him during his stint with Pakistan team

New Delhi, March 5: Former Australia speedster Jason Gillespie took a jibe at Pakistan's interim head coach Aaqib Javed for undermining them during their stint with the Men in Green and running a campaign "behind the scenes" to take their role across all formats.

Will make decisions in best interest of team: Aaqib Javed addresses Pakistan's shambolic exit from CT

Rawalpindi, February 26: Pakistan's interim head coach, Aaqib Javed, assured that the management will take steps in the best interest of the national team following their surprise early exit from the ongoing Champions Trophy.

Fans gear up for thrilling India vs Pakistan clash in ICC Champions Trophy

Dubai, February 23: As the much-awaited India vs Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy approaches, cricket fans from both nations are buzzing with excitement. With over a billion viewers expected to tune in, emotions are running high ahead of this iconic rivalry.

This is not 90s...: Aaqib Javed defends Pakistan's bowlers

Dubai, February 22: As the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan encounter in the ICC Champions Trophy draws near, Pakistan's head coach, Aaqib Javed, addressed the media. Speaking ahead of the crucial match against India, which is set to take place in Dubai, Javed defended his bowlers while emphasizing the need for improved conditioning in modern-day cricket.

Best chance for a individual, team to make a mark...: Pakistan coach Aaqib ahead of CT 2025 virtual knockout vs India

Dubai, February 22: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy clash against arch-rivals Pakistan, Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed said that the clash is "beyond a game" and it is the best time for the team and its individuals to make a mark as they battle pressure of playing in this virtual knockout clash after loss to New Zealand in the campaign opener.

Champions Trophy: Pakistan's playing eleven will not see any major changes, says Aaqib Javed

Dubai, Feb 22: Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed said the defending champions' playing eleven for their much-anticipated Champions Trophy Group A match against India will not see any major changes from the one that lost to New Zealand in the tournament opener.

How Delhi boy in Saqib Saleem helped 'Crime Beat' to tell the story authentically?

Mumbai, Feb 18: Bollywood actor Saqib Saleem, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming streaming show ‘Crime Beat’, found himself being washed over by waves of nostalgia as he visited his native, the national capital during the shooting of the show.

Pakistan head coach Aqib Javed backs Babar Azam as opener for Champions Trophy

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