Residents of Delhi woke up to alarming air quality levels on Sunday morning as a thick blanket of toxic smog and dense fog engulfed the national capital, pushing pollution levels into the ‘severe’ category.

Amid ongoing power-sharing discussions with the BJP, the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has gathered its 29 new corporators at a prominent Mumbai hotel. With aspirations to secure the mayor’s role for the initial 2.5 years and crucial committee positions, the Sena argues for justice in representation.

A first-year MBBS student at Doon Medical College has alleged that two senior students took him off-campus and beat him with a belt. The student reported the incident, stating he was left “shaken and terrified” and feared retribution. The college principal confirmed an investigation by the anti-ragging committee is underway, with findings expected next week.