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The Delhi government has formulated a comprehensive winter action plan to curb air pollution, scheduled to remain in effect from November 1 to February 28. Under the initiative, the administration will enforce a 'no PUC, no fuel' policy and restrict the entry of non-BS6 compliant vehicles registered outside the national capital. Authorities will also introduce stringent measures to monitor construction dust using artificial intelligence-powered cameras. Additional interventions include an emphasis on 50 per cent work from home alongside the promotion of public transport, including buses, the metro, and last-mile connectivity, aiming to secure clean air and reduce seasonal toxic emissions across Delhi.

Shooters who opened fire at Tiger Shroff have been apprehended in Kota and are being transported to Mumbai by road. They are scheduled to arrive in the city at 2:00 a.m. Following their arrival, the accused will undergo a medical examination in the morning and will subsequently be produced before the court. The Anti Extortion Cell of the Mumbai Police is conducting the investigation into the case. Officials are seeking to uncover how the attack was carried out and whether a larger nexus is involved in the incident.

As domestic diesel prices surge past six dollars per gallon ahead of the upcoming United States midterm elections, the US administration is seeking refined fuel supplies to combat domestic inflation. With global oil infrastructure affected in West Asia and refining capacities impacted in Russia and Ukraine, India has become a key supplier. Reliance Industries' Jamnagar Refinery, recognised as the world's largest, possesses the specialised capacity required to refine complex crude like Venezuelan oil. Discussions focus on potential diesel supplies to stabilise global fuel markets, highlighting bilateral energy cooperation between India and the United States amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Mumbai on a two-day official visit to India. During his visit, Rubio is scheduled to travel to Jamnagar to tour the Reliance oil refinery, highlighting energy diplomacy. He will hold bilateral discussions with External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in Mumbai to review India-US relations, defence partnership, visa issues, and progress on a bilateral trade agreement. The visit serves as preparation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled trip to the United States for the G20 Summit in December 2026. Rubio will also pay homage to the victims of the 26/11 terror attacks at the Taj Hotel and attend events marking the 250th anniversary celebrations of United States independence. Addressing media questions on energy and sanctions, Rubio noted that balancing foreign policy requires considering bilateral ties, global energy supplies, and trade deal negotiations, stating that efforts are underway to finalize a trade deal with India.