Delhi’s air quality reached dangerous levels, with an AQI of 366, prompting BJP leaders to demand urgent school closures up to Class 5. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva criticized the Aam Aadmi Party for failing to control pollution, describing Delhi as a "gas chamber" where people struggle to breathe. He highlighted that both PM 2.5 and PM 10 particles have risen drastically, affecting visibility and causing health issues. Sachdeva also pointed out a lack of clinics to help vulnerable groups. The pollution, compounded by cold weather and crop-burning in nearby states, continues to affect Delhi’s residents.

A five-year investigation by The New York Times reveals that Delhi’s Timarpur-Okhla waste-to-energy plant is emitting hazardous toxins, including cadmium, lead, and arsenic, posing severe health risks to over a million residents. Despite its eco-friendly claims, the plant has reportedly been illegally dumping toxic ash in residential areas near southeast Delhi, including spaces close to schools and parks. Established in 2012 to reduce landfill waste by converting 2,000 tons of trash daily into 23 megawatts of electricity, the plant now stands accused of creating an environmental and public health crisis for the city’s inhabitants.

The UK is set to experience chillier temperatures this week, with clearer skies following a dreary start to November. Frosts are expected across parts of north Wales, north-west England, and Scotland by Tuesday night, with daytime highs ranging from 8C in Scotland to 11C in the south. Northerly winds could add extra chill, particularly by Saturday, with the possibility of snow in the Scottish Highlands. Met Office meteorologist Zoe Hutin warned that temperatures would drop, particularly during overnight periods, signaling the onset of colder conditions for the coming days.

Pakistan’s Punjab province has restricted most outdoor activities and closed educational institutions, parks, and zoos in Lahore and other major cities like Multan, Faisalabad, and Gujranwala until Nov. 17. With Lahore ranking as the world’s most polluted city, air quality in some areas has reached a hazardous level of 600 on the AQI, spurring increased cases of respiratory and eye diseases. Essential businesses, such as pharmacies, are exempt from closures. UNICEF warns of severe health risks for over 11 million young children. Punjab attributes much of the pollution to cross-border emissions from India, where similar pollution measures are underway.

A NASA satellite image has revealed a dense blanket of toxic smog covering Lahore and New Delhi, highlighting the severe pollution affecting northern India and eastern Pakistan. Lahore, ranked among the world’s most polluted cities, has hit record pollution levels, with an AQI score of 1165. In New Delhi, the AQI is around 350. The hazardous levels have forced Pakistani authorities to close schools until November 17 to protect children from exposure. Multan also recorded an AQI above 2,000 last week. The pollution is mainly due to vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and agricultural stubble burning.

The UK has been under “anticyclonic gloom” for over a week, with barely any sunshine, especially in southern England, which saw only an hour of sun on average this month. The Met Office reported that the high-pressure system trapped moisture, creating a dull, cloudy atmosphere. ITV weather presenter Becky Mantin noted that some areas, like Odiham in Hampshire, recorded zero minutes of sun so far in November. Forecasters predict a shift starting Sunday, bringing rain to parts of Scotland and clearing skies across the UK. By Monday, most regions should see brighter, drier weather with some much-needed sunshine.

Delhi continues to battle severe air pollution as the Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the 'very poor' category. As of Sunday morning, the AQI was recorded at 335, with areas like Akshardham and Anand Vihar reaching AQI levels of 351 and 383, respectively. Doctors have reported a surge in respiratory illnesses, including exacerbated asthma and COPD symptoms. Dr. Nikhil Modi, a senior consultant, recommended school closures for children, highlighting the risk posed by hazardous air quality. The pollution crisis has been attributed to stubble burning in neighboring states, with no immediate relief in sight.

Pakistan's air pollution crisis has reached alarming levels, with Multan's Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to 2,135, prompting the Punjab government to shut down schools, parks, and museums in several districts for 10 days. Seven Pakistani cities now rank among the world's most polluted, with Multan, the largest city in south Punjab, bearing the brunt of hazardous smog. The closures, effective from November 8 to 17, aim to mitigate the health risks associated with the toxic air. This public health emergency underscores the urgent need for effective measures to combat Pakistan's worsening air pollution problem.

The Centre has increased the stubble burning fine in Delhi and surrounding areas to address the region's worsening air quality. Under the new rules, farmers with land less than two acres will face a ₹5,000 fine, while those with land between two and five acres will be fined ₹10,000. Farmers with more than five acres of land will be fined ₹30,000. This decision follows the Supreme Court's reprimand of the Centre for not addressing the air quality crisis. On Thursday, Delhi-NCR’s air quality remained hazardous, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 362, approaching 'severe' levels in several areas.

For the first time in history, Al-Jawf, Saudi Arabia, witnessed snowfall, turning its arid desert landscape into a rare winter scene. The snowfall followed a period of heavy rain and hail, which also resulted in the creation of waterfalls and the rejuvenation of dry valleys. Local residents woke up to a snow-covered landscape, with mountains and valleys blanketed in white. The Saudi Press Agency reported that this unusual weather pattern could lead to a vibrant spring, as the rainfall and snow could encourage seasonal flowers and aromatic plants to bloom, enhancing the region's natural beauty.