16 December- Delhi Environment Minister Apologizes , West Bengal Sports Minister Resigns, Government Introduces VB-G RAM-G Bill in Lok Sabha


Author: India Today Podcasts December 16, 2025 Duration: 5:18
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16 December- Delhi Environment Minister Apologizes , West Bengal Sports Minister Resigns, Government Introduces VB-G RAM-G Bill in Lok Sabha

On News At 7 this 16 of December, Areeb Raza brings to you the evening’s most crucial headlines

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa apologised for the city’s severe air pollution, stating no government can fully curb it within nine to ten months. GRAP-IV measures have been enforced, including denying fuel to vehicles without valid PUC, banning non-Delhi BS-VI vehicles, halting construction, and restricting material transport, while claiming gradual AQI improvement.

In West Bengal, Sports Minister Aroop Biswas resigned after chaos at Lionel Messi’s GOAT Tour in Kolkata to ensure a fair probe.

Meanwhile, the government introduced the VB-G RAM-G Bill in Lok Sabha to replace MGNREGA, sparking opposition protests.

Produced by Areeb Raza

Sound mixed by Aman Pal

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