For nearly four decades now, the top court has actively discussed the air pollution crisis plaguing the country’s capital — leading to the passage of some consequential reforms. Yet, significant chall

The Supreme Court is set to review on Monday whether to continue emergency measures under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to address Delhi's air pollution crisis.

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to relax the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-IV measures aimed at curbing severe air pollution in Delhi. The Court asked the Commission for Air Quality Managemen

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Despite stringent measures to curb pollution, Delhi remains engulfed in smog, with locals describing the city as a "gas chamber"

The Supreme Court noted that it became apparent that mid-day meals were not reaching the students, and they also lacked crucial resources to engage in online education.

The Supreme Court permitted the Commission of Air Quality Management to decide on reopening NCR schools, considering the hardships faced by poor students. The court also mandated strict adherence to GRAP-IV restrictions and directed action against authorities for non-compliance with truck entry bans.

In its November 25, 2024, order, the Supreme Court emphasised the adverse impact of continued restrictions on education, particularly for underprivileged students.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has eased certain anti-pollution measures following the Supreme Court's direction.

The CAQM ordered that state governments in the Delhi-NCR shall ensure that all classes are conducted in a “Hybrid” mode.