New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- The Supreme Court hasdirected that no coercive action will be taken against owners of 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles in Delhi-NCR. The interim order was passed by a bench comprising Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justices K Vinod Chandran and NV Anjaria while hearing a batch of pleas related to environmental issues in the MC Mehta case.

elhi Cabinet Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa welcomed the decision, stating that the order has provided much-needed relief to lakhs of vehicle owners. He said the verdict was a significant win for those whose vehicles are still in good condition and roadworthy. Sirsa thanked the Supreme Court for its sensitive approach and congratulated Delhi residents, adding...