Delhi-NCR Air Quality Worsens Amid Temple Stampede Killing Nine

On November 1, 2025, Delhi continued to face poor air quality with an AQI of 251, prompting authorities to enforce a ban on non-Delhi registered commercial vehicles with lower emission standards to curb pollution. Concurrently, a tragic stampede at the Venkateswara temple in Srikakulam district resulted in at least nine fatalities and numerous injuries. In political news, election officials conducted training for Booth Level Officers in West Bengal ahead of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, while protests against alleged electoral roll manipulation took place in Mumbai involving leaders from Shivsena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena. Additionally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in inaugurating a spiritual learning center in Chhattisgarh, reflecting ongoing cultural and political activities in India. These developments highlight a mix of environmental, political, and social issues occurring simultaneously in the country.