National Capital Region (India)
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The National Capital Region is a region centred upon the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi in India. It encompasses Delhi and several districts surrounding it from the states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. The NCR and the associated National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) were created in 1985 to plan the development of the region and to evolve harmonized policies for the control of land-uses and development of infrastructure in the region. Prominent cities of the NCR include Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon and Noida.
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Delhi weather: Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, IMD predicts rainfall till...Northwest India, including East Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, is expected to experience extremely heavy rainfall on July 29, with heavy showers in Uttarakhand, Punjab, and Haryana. West India,..DNA - Published | |
Mock disaster drill in Delhi-NCR: Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and others to witness mega-scale drill on...The mega exercise is named Suraksha Chakra, and this is the first such integrated disaster management exercise to be held in Delhi-NCR.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR weather update: IMD predicts heavy rainfall, thunderstorm todayIMD senior meteorologist Shashikant Mishra predicted Delhi-NCR will have cloudy skies on July 28, with heavy rainfall expected in several areas.DNA - Published | |
BIG Update on Noida's Jewar International Airport Expansion: 4600 families, 7 schools affected as government to acquire...Noida is all set for its first International Airport, Jewar Airport, giving a much relief to the Delhi NCR travellers. The airport expansion, however requires displacement of more than 4,600 families,..DNA - Published | |
Delhi’s vehicles equal that of Mumbai, Kolkata, ChennaiDelhi's vehicle count surpasses the combined total of Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai, exacerbating congestion due to daily influx from NCR cities. Private vehicles constitute a significant portion, with..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Weather update: Heavy rainfall lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, waterlogging snarls traffic in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, GhaziabadHeavy rain lashed parts of the national capital on Wednesday, bringing much-needed relief from the prevailing heat and contributing to ongoing monsoon activity in the region but also leading to..DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR hit by third earthquake in 13 days, what is causing the region to shake? Experts give warningsAn earthquake of magnitude 3.2 struck Faridabad in Haryana at the early hours of Tuesday. This was the third earthquake to hit Delhi-NCR in the last 13 days. Delhi lies in high-risk Seismic Zone IV,..DNA - Published | |
Delhi NCR news: Noida schools closed tomorrow due to...; check detailsThe directive applies to all government, aided, and private recognised schools from classes 1 to 12.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR: Massive fire at chemical factory in Sonia Vihar, WATCHA massive fire erupted at a chemical factory in Delhi's Sonia Vihar on Friday evening, i.e., July 18.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR Weather: Delhiites receive fresh spell of rain, check IMD forecast hereDelhi and the adjoining NCR received fresh spell of rain showers on Sunday evening, i.e., July 13, just three days after experiencing water-logging in several regions due to heavy rainfall.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-NCR Weather: Heavy rainfall lashes parts of national capital; check IMD forecast hereParts of Delhi and the adjoining NCR received heavy rainfall on Saturday evening, i.e., July 12, bringing relief from soaring temperatures.DNA - Published | |
Earthquake: Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR, second in two daysEarthquake: Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR, second in two daysDNA - Published | |
3.7 magnitude earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCRDelhi-NCR experienced earthquake tremors on Friday evening. The quake's magnitude was 3.7. Jhajjar, Haryana, was the epicenter. A similar quake struck the region the previous day. Earlier this year,..IndiaTimes - Published | Why does Delhi experience earthquakes too often? National Capital Region was not devastated because...According to data from the US Geological Survey, Delhi has not recorded an earthquake above magnitude 5 in the last 10 years. It experienced a 4.1 magnitude earthquake in 2022. In the last few years,..DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR wakes up to heavy rainfall, IMD predicts more showers till...The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow for heavy rains and predicted a "generally cloudy sky" today.DNA - Published | Delhi-NCR: Massive fire caused by AC blast at Greater Noida apartment, WATCHA massive fire broke out in a flat at the West Mayfair Society in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday, i.e., July 4.DNA - Published |
Delhi NCR weather: Heavy rains in parts of national capital, IMD issues yellow alert, predicts light rain till...Delhi NCR weather update: Delhi NCR witnesses sudden change in weather on Friday afternoon, July 4. Delhi was drenched in heavy rains and the sky was cloudy and with light winds in NCR region.DNA - Published | Delhi-NCR: Good news for Indian students as THIS foreign university plans to open its campus in Greater Noida, here's what we know so farThe delegation held a meeting with CEO of Greater Noida Authority Ravi Kumar, SCO Saumya Srivastava along with other officials and expressed its desire to open a campus in the Delhi-NCR region.DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR: Delhiites gear up for FIRST-EVER artificial rain from..., know how it will workIn a first, the Delhi government is gearing up for artificial rain through cloud seeding, aiming to reduce air pollution, CNN reported, citing sources.DNA - Published | ‘Orange alert’: Light rain brings relief to Delhi-NCR; IMD warns of gusty winds, thunderstormsDelhi NCR experienced light rainfall on Saturday, bringing respite from the heat. The IMD has issued an orange alert, predicting thunderstorms and gusty winds with speeds of 30 to 50 kmph in the coming..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi-NCR Weather: Light rainfall in parts of Delhi-NCR brings respite from heatLight rainfall in several parts of Delhi-NCR, on Saturday, i.e., June 28, brought much-needed respite from soaring temperatures.DNA - Published | Big relief to people of Delhi NCR, direct flights from Ghaziabad's Hindon Airport are now available for THESE citiesIn a big relief to the people of Delhi NCR from the travel time and rush, now Indigo airlines has announced direct flights from Ghaziabad's Hindon Airport.DNA - Published |
Delhi weather: Sudden rain brings relief to capital; IMD issues yellow alertDelhi experienced a welcome change in weather as rain showers swept through various areas. RK Puram, Dhaula Kuan, and Delhi Cantt saw significant downpours. The India Meteorological Department has..IndiaTimes - Published | Delhi-NCR weather update: IMD predicts light rainfall, gusty winds for Delhi-NCR till..., check forecast hereThe Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for Delhi and the adjoining NCR region, forecasting a five-day spell of light rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds.DNA - Published |
Weather update: Light rain in parts of Delhi-NCR brings relief from scorching heat, check full forecast hereLight rainfall occurred at isolated places in Delhi on Monday morning, bringing major relief from the heatwave. As forecasted by the Indian Meteorological Department, moderate rainfall, accompanied by..DNA - Published | IMD issues severe thunderstorm warning for Delhi-NCR for next few hours; public urged to stay indoorsIndiaTimes - Published |
Weather update: Delhi-NCR sizzles under intense heatwave, IMD predicts rain, thunderstorm on...From Ghaziabad to Gurugram, Delhi NCR has been experiencing scorching heatwaves. However, the weather is going to change soon and will give a relief from the heat.DNA - Published | Delhi NCR weather update: IMD issues Red Alert as heatwave scorches city, rain expected on...IMD issues red alert for Delhi due to severe heatwave, temperatures expected to reach 45 degrees Celsius over next...DNA - Published |
Weather update: Delhi-NCR experience scorching heat as temperature rises to 43.4 degrees Celsius, IMD predicts light rainfall on...The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for extreme heatwave conditions. The 'feel-like' temperature hit a staggering 49 degrees Celsius in parts of the city. ?DNA - Published | Delhi AQI deteriorates again, CAQM reimposes Stage-I GRAP measures across NCRDelhi-NCR reimposes Stage-I GRAP measures as the Air Quality Index (AQI) deteriorates, reaching the 'Poor' category at 209. The CAQM's decision prompts stricter monitoring, enhanced dust mitigation,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Weather update: No rain likely in Delhi-NCR for next..., temperature to remain...; check IMD forecast hereDespite a wet start to June, the national capital is expected to witness a rise in mercury over the next week, IMD has predicted.DNA - Published | Thunderstorms, duststorms sweep through Delhi-NCR bringing relief from heatDelhi-NCR experienced a thunderstorm, heavy rain, and dust storm, offering respite from the heat. While the maximum temperature was near average, rainfall in May has significantly increased since 1901,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Weather Update: Delhi-NCR witnesses rain amid IMD warnings of thunderstorms, know full forecastThe Delhi NCR region witnessed light rain at few places on Thursday amid IMD warnings of strong winds, thunderstormsDNA - Published | Good news for Noida-Gurugram residents, high-speed train between these two cities soon, will run at 180 km/h, not Vande Bharat, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, it is...The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has proposed a 60-kilometre Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) to improve travel in the National Capital Region (NCR).DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR gets FIRST Covid-19 case after resurgence of virus, details insideA 55-year-old woman from the National Capital Region has been tested positive for COVID-19, marking the first case in Uttar Pradesh's Noida amid the recent surge in cases in India, as per the Chief..DNA - Published | Delhi- NCR news: GRAP stage I curbs revoked after decrease in air pollutionStage-I of GRAP was in place in the entire National Capital Region (NCR) since May 16. The AQI of Delhi has been recorded as 179 for May 18 (in 'Moderate' category).DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR: Weather turns pleasant after strong winds, heavy rains in parts of national capital bring relief from heatSudden change in weather causes strong winds and heavy rains in several parts of the National Capital, providing relief from the excessive heat.DNA - Published | Thick layer of dust engulfs Delhi-NCR, air quality worsens to 'very poor'An AQI ranging from 301 to 400 is categorised as 'very poor'. The AQI recorded in most of the observation stations was in the very poor category. The AQI at Anant Vihar, Ashok Vihar, and Aya Nagar was..DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR Weather Update: Light rain with strong winds turns weather pleasant, check forecastDelhi Weather Update: Delhi-NCR weather suddenly turned pleasant after strong and cool winds swept across the region, however, the city also experienced dust storm. In a big relief from the scorching..DNA - Published | Goa property fraud: Many buyers from NCRThe Enforcement Directorate seized Rohan Harmalkar's house after finding property documents worth Rs 600 crore. Harmalkar, an independent candidate in 2022, identified unattended properties, often with..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi-NCR sees dusty storms, light rainfall amid cyclonic circulation, check weekly weather forecast hereThe national capital and the adjoining NCR region witnessed dusty storms and light to moderate rainfall on Friday evening, i.e., April 18. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the..DNA - Published | Delhi-NCR weather: Over 15 flights delayed at IGI airport due to adverse weather conditions, check details hereAfter days of soaring temperatures, the national capital and the adjoining areas breathed a sigh of relief with a slight change in weather. Strong winds and light rain showers were witnessed in several..DNA - Published |
Delhi-NCR sees hottest day of season as heatwave intensifies; temperature reaches..."Delhi can see heatwave conditions in the next three days. A western disturbance will influence the Himalayan region from tomorrow night, and its effects will be seen in the Himalayas...Temperatures in..DNA - Published | Delhi-NCR Update: Stage 1 GRAP revoked in national capital after AQI dips to...The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-I in Delhi-NCR after the national capital's Air Quality Index was recorded at 153 (moderate..DNA - Published |
Good news for Delhi-NCR commuters: Faridabad-Noida-Ghaziabad Expressway gets approval from Haryana govt, set to ease traffic between...Faridabad-Noida-Ghaziabad Expressway will connect three key NCR cities. Construction work will soon commence as the map has also been passed.DNA - Published | Weather update: Why is it so cold and windy in Delhi-NCR in March?The weather department has predicted strong surface winds for Thursday, likely from the northwest direction, with wind speed ranging from 14-18 kmph during morning hours.DNA - Published |
Weather update: Chilly winds hit Delhi as IMD issues snow alert for mountainsThe IMD has issued an 'orange' alert for snowfall and heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir. Due to the snow alert for the mountains, the weather in the Delhi-NCR region..DNA - Published | |
