The Supreme Court directed Delhi and neighboring states to implement strict pollution control measures as air quality reached alarming levels. The court ordered schools to consider closure, encouraged work-from-home arrangements, and criticized authorities for their delayed response to the crisis.

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India has overtaken China as the top source of international students in the US for the first time in 15 years, with over 3.3 lakh Indian students enrolling in the 2023-24 academic year. This surge, a 23% increase from the previous year, is largely driven by growth in graduate programs and optional practical training participation. Indian students contributed $11.