Stubble burning cases in Punjab cross 3000, raising air pollution concerns in Delhi

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Stubble burning in Punjab crossed 3,000 cases, leading to worsening Delhi air quality. Authorities fined farmers over 54 lakh rupees, with Tarn Taran district reporting the highest number of incidents. Despite earlier declines, fresh cases have surged recently across the state.

A political confrontation has erupted between BJP and the Opposition over the SIR issue, with calls for debate in Parliament.

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