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Morning briefing: Delhi AQI ‘severe’ again; Jaishankar on what changed in India
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The air quality in several places in Delhi once again turned 'severe' on Tuesday morning amid a political blame game between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and the Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party over the late-night bursting of crackers during Diwali celebrations on Sunday. Squandering the relief due to rain, Delhi recorded a spike in pollution levels and a smoky haze returned on Monday morning after residents flouted the ban on firecrackers on Diwali night. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) on Monday was recorded at 358 (very poor). Interestingly, the national capital had recorded its best air quality on Diwali day in eight years on Sunday, with its 24-hour average AQI clocking at 218 at 4pm. Dig Deeper
More on Delhi's AQI: Not only Delhi, these 2 Indian cities also figure in world's most polluted list post-Diwali. Dig Deeper
Data shows firecrackers led Delhi’s air quality into ‘very poor’ on Diwali night. Dig Deeper
External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Monday reflected on the profound changes in India over the past decade, attributing them to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a Diwali reception in London, the minister emphasized the pivotal role played by PM Modi in shaping the nation's trajectory. "I began by saying the world has changed, our relationship has changed, the UK has changed, and India has changed. So you may ask me what has changed in India. You know the answer. The answer is Modi," declared Jaishankar. The minister elaborated on the multitude of initiatives that have shaped India's progress over the past decade. He highlighted key campaigns such as Beti Padhao, Beti Bachao (Educate the Daughter, Save the Daughter), the construction of toilets for girls, the Jandhan Yojana for financial inclusion, the Awas Yojana for housing, and flagship projects like Digital India, Startup India, and Skill India. Dig Deeper
More on Jaishankar's UK visit: Jaishankar meets UK's new foreign secretary David Cameron, exchanges views on West Asia, Ukraine. Dig Deeper
S Jaishankar meets Rishi Sunak at 10 Downing Street on Diwali, gifts cricket bat signed by Virat Kohli. Dig Deeper
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Sports Goings
Indian captain Rohit Sharma is two wins away from emulating legendary MS Dhoni, who masterminded India's second ICC World Cup title triumph at the Wankhede Stadium in 2011. Overlooked by the Indian think tank for the 2011 World Cup, Rohit has a shot at redemption as the talismanic leader of the Men In Blue can land India's first World Cup title since Dhoni and Co. triumphed in their backyard. Unbeaten in nine games, high-flying Team India will resume their rivalry with Kane Williamson's New Zealand in the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup at Wankhede on Wednesday. India have only recorded two wins over the Black Caps in ten attempts across ICC tournaments. India have suffered defeats to New Zealand in its previous four knockout clashes. With Rohit at the helm, India ended its long-standing losing streak by hammering New Zealand in the round-robin phase of the ICC World Cup 2023. A Kohli masterclass paved the way for Rohit and Co. to break India's 20-year jinx against the Kiwis at ICC tournaments. Dig Deeper
Entertainment Focus
Tiger 3 box office collection day 3: Salman Khan and YRF have a big reason to celebrate. On its second day itself, Tiger 3 has crossed the ₹100 crore mark at the domestic box office. As per a Sacnilk report, the film ended the Monday with a haul of ₹57.52 crore. On Sunday, it had collected ₹44.5 crore. This takes its two day collection to ₹102 crore. The second day figures are even higher than second day collection of the year's biggest hit so far, Jawan. Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan went on to make ₹1100 crore at the worldwide box office. Internationally, Tiger 3 made ₹94 crore at the ticket windows on day 1. Worldwide day 2 figures are awaited. "#Tiger3 is the BIGGEST OPENER EVER in the international markets… Day 1 [including previews]: USD 5,000,530 [ ₹41.66 cr]..." film trade expert Taran Adarsh said on X. Dig Deeper
Lifestyle and Health
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha celebrated their first Diwali in style. The newly-wed actor-politician duo have been making headlines ever since their wedding and their recent Diwali pictures are all over social media. Both Parineeti and Raghav look stunning as they pose in stunning ethnic ensembles. From holding hands in one picture to hugging each other with beaming faces, they are serving a couple of goals. Their adorable pictures are sure to brighten your mood. Since the festive season has started, our celebrities have been giving dazzling fashion inspiration and today we have Parineeti and Raghav keeping up with the trend. Dig Deeper
