An analysis by Centre for Science and Environment revealed that Diwali night saw a 34% higher PM2.5 concentration than in 2022, with nitrogen oxide levels also increasing. The spike was attributed to local firecrackers and a sharp rise in pollutants from stubble burning, accounting for 27% of Delhi’s pollution on that day.

Nagpur police detained Jagdish Uikey from Gondia for sending 354 hoax emails targeting the PMO and other officials. Uikey sought endorsement for his book on terrorism and later issued false alerts out of frustration. His devices and communications are under investigation, and a psychological evaluation is planned.

The air quality in the national capital worsened on Sunday after slight improvement yesterday as stubble burning continued.