India's top court orders 'work from home' over pollution in capital


  • World
  • Monday, 15 Nov 2021

A man rows a boat as buildings shrouded in smog are seen in the background on the outskirts of Delhi, India, November 15, 2021. REUTERS/Adnan Abidi

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India's Supreme Court told authorities on Monday to shut offices in the capital and nearby cities, allowing millions to work from home as officials seek ways to reduce hazardous air pollution that led to the closure of schools.

Its action came after city authorities in New Delhi, which has been battling a toxic haze since early November, took emergency measures on Saturday, ordering the closure of schools and building work for four days.

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