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Choking Capital: Delhi’s Toxic Smog Crisis Grounds Flights and Strains Health Systems

                              People walk in a smog-covered morning in New Delhi, India, Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. Dense toxic smog has engulfed New Delhi, reducing visibility, halting travel, and plunging the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) to an alarming 471 , far above the hazardous threshold of 300. The blanket of pollution has led to over 40 flight cancellations and dozens of delays , while more than 50 trains were held up for hours , leaving thousands of commuters stranded. Authorities have imposed emergency pollution-control measures , including a ban on older diesel vehicles, suspension of construction activities, and hybrid schooling for children. Courts have even advised virtual hearings to minimize exposure. Hospitals across the capital are reporting a surge in patients suffering from breathing difficulties, eye irritation, and aggravated asthma conditions . Physicians...

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Trump Asserts No Cost Limit on Mass Deportation Plan

 

In a recent interview, President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his commitment to a large-scale deportation plan, emphasizing that there would be "no price tag" on the effort to remove millions of undocumented immigrants from the United States. Trump stated that his administration would prioritize making the U.S. border "strong and powerful," and that the cost of the deportations was secondary to the necessity of the action.

Trump's plan, which he described as the "largest deportation effort in American history," aims to target undocumented immigrants involved in criminal activities, including drug lords and murderers. He argued that the deportations are essential for national security and public safety, despite the significant logistical and financial challenges involved.

Critics have raised concerns about the humanitarian and economic impacts of such a sweeping deportation policy. They argue that the removal of millions of immigrants could disrupt industries reliant on undocumented labor and lead to significant economic instability. Additionally, immigrant rights groups are preparing to challenge the plan through legal battles.

As Trump prepares to take office, the debate over his immigration policies continues to intensify, with both supporters and opponents gearing up for what promises to be a contentious issue in the coming months

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