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Farmers’ opposition to the farm laws stemmed from their fear that these laws would dismantle the traditional mandis in Punjab, Haryana and UP

In urban factories, workers’ rights and safety are ‘inconveniences’ that factory owners constantly try to bypass, leading to frequent industrial accidents.

A new COVID-19 variant has sparked panic just as commercial passenger flights look ready to resume. Catch the details and other important news this week.

The municipal corporations in Ahmedabad had reportedly launched a drive to remove street vendors selling non-vegetarian dishes in roadside stalls.

The steps needed to manage Delhi air quality are well known. And they don’t involve rocket science. What prevents it then?

In this weekly recap, also find out more about RBI’s recommendations on digital lending apps and Delhi’s fight against pollution.

With the full reopening of schools run by the MCD in the capital on Nov 1st, not just students but even teachers were missing. Why?

With slowdown in industries making jobs scarce across the country, a work scheme for urban workers at the grassroots is much needed. And it can be done.

Yamuna’s toxic foam, India’s plans for COVID-19 booster shot and SOS measures for Delhi smog – catch updates on these and more in this weekly round-up.

Diesel vehicles in Delhi older than 10 years will not be allowed to ply in the capital if they fail emission tests, says a government notice.

What is required, but not happening, is round the year action to improve municipal services, infrastructure and enforcement with adequate accountability.

From the worsening pollution in Delhi to the latest on COVID management and fuel prices, catch a recap of some of the most important news this week.