Environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday convened a roundtable with NGOs, research bodies and officials to draft a stronger, science-led plan against pollution. The meeting brought together institutions, including WRI India, CEEW, CSE, ICCT, Clean Air Fund, Clean Air Asia and Delhi Pollution Control Committee, creating what Sirsa called an "open, solutions-first forum" to address the city's persistent air-quality crisis. Learn More

Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday got another Oberoi property with the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in Khajuraho. While inaugurating the property, MP CM Mohan Yadav said it “reflects the rich heritage of Madhya Pradesh while providing world class hospitality. It is a remarkable addition to the state’s tourism landscape.” Dating back over 350 years, The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace “blends royal architecture with contemporary luxury”. Learn More

Delhi Technological University has approved an exemption from the entrance examination for certain PhD admissions, introducing a relaxation aimed at specific categories of applicants. The university has issued a notification outlining the criteria. "This exemption will apply to DTU's non-teaching employees who completed at least 3 years of continuous service," an official said, adding that they will no longer be required to sit for the PhD entrance test. However, they must o