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Pass Assembly resolution against ‘bulldozer politics’, Congress to Kejriwal
Delhi Congress chief Anil Kumar said that Kejriwal, in his press conference on Monday raised objections on the way of demolition, but has no objection on demolition of 50 lakh people's houses.
Heat Wave: Delhi Temperature Soars To 49 C, Records Hottest Day Of The Season
Najafgarh and Mungeshpur recorded the maximum temperature of 49*C, whereas city base station of Safdarjung recorded 46*C.
Delhi Government to form committee on Tree Plantations
Environment Minister Rai also said the government will ask the Dehradun-based Forest Research Institute to conduct a third-party audit of tree transplantation in Delhi.
Mundka blaze: People jumped off building to save themselves
Till now 27 bodies have been recovered from the spot.
President, PM, Delhi CM condole deaths in Mundka fire tragedy
The fire broke out in a three-storey building in the Mundka area of the national capital on Friday afternoon.
Delhi Inferno: Mundka blaze death toll rises to 27
All the injured have been admitted to the Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in west Delhi.
Home delivery of liquor will ruin the youth: Delhi Congress
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has become a puppet at the hands of the liquor mafia due to his "greed for commission".
Govt asks IWPC to vacate its premises by July 31
The IWPC was allotted the land in May 1994, and the last retention order was issued on January 6, 2018 for a period of three years. An eviction letter was also sent last year.
Dust storm forecast for Delhi
The mercury is set to rise by four to five notches over the next six days. However, no heat wave is predicted.
Delhi’s peak power demand touches record high for May first week at 6,194 MW
New Delhi, May 3 : The peak power demand in Delhi on Monday rose to 6,194 MW, setting…
India’s peak power demand touches all-time high 207,111 MW
Meanwhile, Delhi Power Minister Satyendar Jain said on Friday that there is severe coal crisis across the country and many power plants have just one day's coal stoks left.
Delhi’s April 2022 average monthly max temp second highest in 72 years
Gurugram too recorded above 45.9 degrees Celsius.
Delhi reels under coal crisis; power supply to Metro, hospitals may get hit
Schools, hospitals and even the Delhi Metro, which is a necessary mode of transportation in the national capital, are likely to be impacted which will further aggravate the problems of the common man.
NDMA issues guidelines for Covid-19 death compensation claims
The NDMA also said that with an aim to minimise the risk of fake claims, a random scrutiny of the five per cent of the claim applications shall be made at the first instance.
World Dairy Summit 2022 to be held in Delhi in September
India had last hosted the International Dairy Congress in the year 1974.
Demolition of India’s constitutional values: Rahul Gandhi
"This is a demolition of India's constitutional values. This is state-sponsored targeting of poor & minorities,"
Bulldozers to raze encroachments in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri
According to an information, the corporation has sought help from the police to maintain law and order on April 20 and April 21 to take action on illegal construction.
3 Delhi MCDs merged to serve political interests of BJP, AAP: Congress
Autocratic BJP government at the Centre supported by the equally vile Arvind Kejriwal government decided to merge the MCDs in gross violation of the democratic traditions of the country, Kumar stated.
Delhi Riots: If there was no permission, why did cops accompany Hanuman Jayanti procession?
New Delhi, April 20 : The communal clashes during a Hanuman Jayanti procession in the national capital on…
Two juveniles among 23 held for Jahangirpuri communal violence
At least 8 policemen were injured.To contain the situation and disperse the crowd, the police fired 40-50 tear gas shells. Amid the pandemonium, one scooty was torched and 5-6 cars were vandalised.
Situation under control, senior officers on ground: Delhi Police chief
"Citizens are requested to not to pay heed to any rumour or fake news on social media," Asthana said.
Jahangirpuri Violence: Shah speaks to Delhi Police chief
Delhi Police chief has also briefed the officials in the Ministry of Home Affairs regarding the present situation in the violence-hit area.
Several hurt as clashes break out in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri, police on high alert
The injured have been shifted to the Babu Jagjeevan Ram hospital.
At 366, Covid cases more than doubled in Delhi in last 7 days
On Thursday, Delhi reported the highest number of fresh cases in 40 days at 325, with a positity rate of 2.39 per cent.
Cow vigilantes brutally thrash 5 in Delhi, 1 dies
One of the accused persons told the police that he and his friends were beaten severely and threatened by alleged miscreants, who claimed to be 'gau rakshaks'.
Heat wave to severe heat wave prevails in many states
The IMD forecast also warned of widespread or heavy rainfall over these regions for next five days.
Kejriwal misleading Delhiites: DPCC chief Anil Chaudhary
New Delhi, Feb 21 : Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee (DPCC) president Anil Kumar Chaudhary on Sunday accused Chief…
Court summons Satyendra Jain, others in defamation case
The plea said that Jain also tweeted "baseless allegations" on December 11, 2020 against BJP leaders and North MCD led by the BJP.
87-yr-old woman raped in Delhi
New Delhi, Feb 14 : An 87-year-old woman was allegedly raped in the national capital’s Tilak Nagar area,…
Delhi High Court Questions need to Wear Mask in Car while Driving alone
On April 7, last year, the High Court had said it is mandatory to wear a mask in a vehicle during the pandemic, even if its driver is the only one in the vehicle.
Delhi lifts weekend curfew, no odd-even for shops
The bars & restaurants and cinema will reopen with 50 per cent capacity in the capital city now. However, the academic institution will remain closed for now.
Children will be left behind if schools don’t open now: Sisodia
The schools in Delhi were closed again on December 28 due to the fear of Omicron-led third Covid wave after being briefly reopened.
Delhi’s Covid cases falls to 5,760, deaths still high at 30
With Covid recovery rate climbing to 96.06 per cent, the active Covid cases rate in Delhi stands at 2.51 per cent while the death rate continues at 1.43 per cent.
Delhi’s Covid cases under 10K, first time since third wave outbreak
However, the number of Covid containment zones has risen to 44,132 in the city.
Validity of Learner’s Driving Licences extended to Mar 31 in Delhi
According the Transport Department, the validity of learner's licence was earlier extended to January 31, 2022.
Delhi’s maximum temperature up, nears season’s usual average
However, dense fog conditions prevailed at the Palam observatory where visibility dropped to 50m in the morning.
Night, weekend curfew to continue in Delhi until further notice: DDMA
Delhi on Friday reported 24,383 new Covid cases, pushing the total infection tally to 16,70,966, while the positivity rate mounted to 30.64 per cent.
Delhi records cold, longest foggy day today: IMD
As per airports 1 hourly visibility data of today, Safdarjung and Palam had dense fog from 4.30 and 7 a.m. till 9.30 and 11 a.m., respectively.
Delhi adds 28,867 new Covid cases, highest one day rise ever
With a 92.74 per cent Covid recovery rate, the active Covid case rate in Delhi has gone up to 5.71 per cent while the death rate stands at 1.53 per cent.
Delhi orders to close all private offices: A list of exempted categories
As the authority asks private offices to shut down except those exempted under new COVID-19 safety guidelines, take a look at private offices that will remain open
Rains bring down max temp in Delhi, Wednesday records season’s lowest
New Delhi : Intermittent rain since morning brought not just down the overall temperatures across Delhi-NCR on Wednesday…
Congress alleges corruption in new Excise Policy of Delhi, seeks probe
Bhardwaj also said that the two-day session was a sheer waste of public money and time, as the pressing issues of people's health, welfare and financial package were not discussed.
Over 100 Covid-19 Patients in Delhi need Oxygen: Sisodia
He urged the people to step out only when it is an absolute necessity after wearing a mask and to maintain social/physical distancing.
Delhi sees over 1,700 new Covid cases, infection rate crosses 2%
New Delhi, Dec 31 : Delhi on Friday reported 1,796 fresh Covid cases, the highest single-day count after…
Rahul Gandhi slams Centre for Police Action on Doctors in Delhi
The Federation of Resident Doctors' Association (FORDA) has been spearheading the protest for the last several days.
Delhi to re-impose Night Curfew amid rising Covid cases
The curfew will be imposed from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Delhi adds 290 Covid cases, highest single say rise since June 10
New Delhi : The national capital on Sunday recorded 290 fresh Covid infections, which is the highest single…
Gang selling newborn babies busted in Delhi; 2 infants rescued, 6 women held
Meanwhile, identities of 10 babies sold by the accused persons have also been established.
At 249, Delhi reports highest single-day Covid tally since June 13
Delhi on Saturday reported 249 fresh Covid-19 cases, the highest since June 13, with a positivity rate of…
Omicron scare: Christmas, New Year celebrations banned in Delhi
New Delhi : In view of the rising cases of Omicron in Delhi, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority…
Inter-state firearms syndicate busted in Delhi, 2 held
Acting on the tip-off, the police team laid a trap and apprehended both the accused -- Chhote Kumar and Dinesh -- and recovered 15 illegal pistols and 30 live cartridges from the duo.
Low-intensity blast at Delhi court, 1 injured
The injured has been identified as Head Constable Rajeev, Naib Court.
Not permitting rally in Delhi is unfortunate, says Ashok Gehlot
Jaipur, Dec 4: Terming it unfortunate that permission was denied for the Congress’ national rally in New Delhi,…
Entry of non-vaccinated people to be banned in Delhi
NEW DELHI : ENTRY OF PEOPLE WITHOUT COVID VACCINATION ARE LIKELY TO BE BANNED IN DELHI AMID NEW…
Inflation rate Lowest in Delhi during Pandemic: Report
According to the Minister, the national inflation rate for food prices was 5.7 per cent and in Delhi this rate was only 4.1 per cent, the lowest in the country.
Doctor Suicide Case: Court frames charges against AAP MLA Prakash Jarwal, aide
The court discharged co-accused Harish Jarwal for the offence under Sections 306 and 386 but he is liable to be charged, prima facie, for the offence under Section 506, the court said.
Delhi’s Air Quality to Fluctuate between ‘Severe’ and ‘Very Poor’
New Delhi, Nov 9 : Air quality in Delhi-NCR is likely to fluctuate between “severe” and the higher…
Delhi govt declares public holiday for Chhath Puja
Politics on Chhath started in 2010, when Sheila Dikshit was the Chief Minister, and then Delhi BJP chief Vijender Gupta, with an eye on the section, raised the demand for public holiday on Chhath.
Covid leaves over 100 Delhi Kids Orphaned, 2,500 lose One Parent
These figures, the Department said, have been gathered from all the child protection officers, child welfare committees and anganwadi workers, under the Integrated Child Development Scheme, and other sources from all the districts.
Retired Delhi University Professor Couple commits Suicide
According to suicide notes, the couple were fed up with being bedridden for a prolonged period of time. Recently they had multiple fractures due to accident, and were bedridden.
Two youths arrested for robbing, murdering a man in Delhi’s Patel Nagar
The accused persons identified as Vivek Bhutan Singh (20) and Sikander (21) indulged into bad company for earning easy money, police said.
Delhi Receives Second-Highest Annual Rainfall in 121 Years
The Ministry of Earth Sciences forecast agency SAFAR said the air quality is likely to remain in the "satisfactory" to "moderate" categories for the next three days.
Rains, hailstorm lash Delhi-NCR
About the hailstorm, a senior IMD scientist said: "There must have been hailstorm over north-west Delhi and adjoining parts of Haryana. Radar has also indicated it."
Delhi receives highest rain in October since 1956
Several parts of Delhi and its adjoining areas witnessed waterlogging on Monday morning after overnight rainfall.
Covid curbs, lack of funding loomed over Durga Puja celebrations in Delhi
On Wednesday, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) prohibited immersion of Durga idols in the city's water bodies, including Yamuna, to prevent water pollution.
Woman gang-raped in Delhi by four men
She was taken to an isolated room where she was raped by the auto-rickshaw driver and three others and then dropped at the Kashmere Gate.
Farmers claim Bharat Bandh Successful; Normal Life Unaffected in Delhi
The traffic movement at the Ghazipur border was stopped completely except for allowing emergency use vehicles. Farmers sat in large numbers sitting on the road and raising slogans against the farm laws.
Fire Breaks out at Cardboard Godown in Delhi
The fire broke out at the cardboard godown of a four-storey building in Dabri village near Dada Dev hospital.
No Covid death in Delhi after two days, 28 new cases
The daily Covid positive rate was reported at 0.4 per cent, while the cumulative positivity rate in the city stands at 5.34 per cent.
Steep gradient, Heavy Rains led to Waterlogging at T3 of IGI Airport: DIAL
According to the spokesperson, this drainage system from T3 to the Najafgarh drain requires widening.
Delhi records wettest September as rain breaks record of 121 yrs
Monthwise, 34.8 mm of rainfall was recorded in June; 507.3 mm in July; 214.5 mm in August and 380.2 mm in September.
Delhi schools to reopen from September 1
New Delhi, 27 Aug, 2021 : Delhi schools to reopen in a phased manner; classes 9-12 to open…
Rainfall causes waterlogging, traffic jams in Delhi
On the other hand, rains resulted in waterlogging which caused long traffic snarls in many areas of Delhi.
Delhi Metro, DTC buses to operate at 100% capacity
Besides, it has also been decided to open cinemas, theatres and multiplexes in the national capital with 50 per cent capacity.
Waterlogging, traffic snarls in Delhi as rains continue
The Met Department has predicted heavy rain in Delhi, with light to moderate showers, giving respite from high humidity in the national capital.
Unlocking Delhi further, Academic Gatherings allowed from Monday
The schools and other educational institutions shall, however, remain closed and the teaching activities shall continue to be in online mode only.
Delhi Covid deaths cross 25,000, govt steps up with ex-gratia
The Delhi government first announced financial aid to Covid-affected families under its scheme on May 18 and it was notified on June 23.
Youth Congress Workers Protest against LPG Price Hike in Delhi
The price of the LPG cylinder has increased by Rs 25.50, with this the price of the cylinder in Delhi has now gone up to Rs 834.50, he added.
13 Injured in Gas Cylinder Explosion in Delhi
Fire department officials said three fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the blaze.
Delhi Nurses’ body backs trained persons for assistance job
The association further said that Delhi-NCR is alone a home to 33 colleges and schools of nursing rating BSc Nursing (600), GNM Nurses (600) and ANM (200) and around 1,500 nurses passing every year.
Delhi reports 238 new Covid-19 cases, 24 deaths
With the new cases and fatalities, the cumulative tally has gone up to 14,30,671, while the toll has risen to 24,772.
Delhi sizzles above 42 degrees, Ganganagar hottest at 45.8
However, Delhi is likely to get respite from the hot weather from June 12 onwards when moderate rain and thundershowers are expected.
Supreme Court frowns on Delhi, Bengal for not sharing info of kids orphaned amid Covid
The top court also asked the Delhi government to upload the information on the NCPCR's website as soon as it is collected and implement its schemes without waiting for the court's order.
Water supply affected in various parts of Delhi on Sunday
Water supply affected in various parts of Delhi Water supply across the national capital was affected from Sunday
Coronavirus: Delhi Reports 523 New Covid-19 Cases and 50 Deaths
A total of 1,161 patients recovered from the disease on Friday, taking the total number of recoveries so far to 13,95.892.
Former Army Man Murdered in Delhi
A 65-year-old former Army man was murdered in his home in Delhi’s Shyam Vihar area on Wednesday. His…
BJP trying to hide Covid-Management Failure, Claims Manish Sisodia
There has been a political war brewing between the Delhi government ruled by AAP and the BJP on shortage of vaccines, with AAP accusing the Centre of exporting Indian-made vaccines.
At 78, Delhi’s daily Covid deaths lowest since April 12
The capital's daily positivity rate has also reduced to 1.25 per cent, below 5 per cent since last one week.
Delhi to remain under Lockdown till June 7 with certain relaxations
New Delhi, May 29 : The national capital will remain under “strict lockdown” till June 7, except for…
Coronavirus: Delhi logs 956 new Covid Cases, and 122 deaths in last 24 hours
As per the Delhi government's data, at present there are 22,701 containment zones across the national capital, of which 6,523 are marked as red zones.
Delhi Police bust Gambling Racket, arrest 15 accused
The DCP said that Shahrukh has previously been involved in five cases of robbery, theft, Arms Act in various police stations of the Trans-Yamuna area.
Toolkit Row: Truth Remains Unafraid, says Rahul Gandhi
The statement said that "it appears that Twitter has some information which is not known to us on the basis of which it has classified it as such".
Delhi shuts 400 Vaccination Centres for 18-44 group as stock dries up
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal repeated word vaccines three times, as SOS call for vaccines for Delhi. "Vaccinate, Vaccinate, Vaccinate," Kejriwal wrote on his Twitter handle in reply to a tweet by Jai Kotak, AVP at Kotak Mahindra Bank on Monday.
Delhi logs 1,649 fresh Covid cases, lowest since March 30
New Delhi : Delhi has reported 1,649 new Covid cases in the last 24 hours, lowest since March…
Delhi under Lockdown till May 31
Delhi reported around 1,600 cases in the last 24 hours with the positivity rate dipped to around 2.5 per cent.
Delhi’s Covid positivity rate below 5%, 3009 new cases, lowest since April 1
The number of active cases has now reduced to 35,683, the lowest since April 11. The recovery rate in the city is at 95.85 per cent.
Delhi reports 3,231 new Covid cases, lowest since April 2
The city had reported 3,846 new Covid cases on Wednesday, 4,482 on Tuesday, 4,524 on Monday, and 6,456 on Sunday.
Navneet Kalra, Owner of Delhi’s Khan Chacha Restaurant, Arrested
Kalra had also approached the High Court for anticipatory bail after the raids. However, the court had rejected his plea.
Lockdown in Delhi extended by another week
"We are extending the lockdown by one more week in Delhi," Kejriwal said at a virtual press meet.
Delhi runs out of Covaxin for 18-44 age group, 125 centres to be shut: AAP
Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi on Tuesday claimed that Delhi’s stock of Covaxin for people in the 18-44…
23 Covid-19 patients missing, Delhi’s Hindu Rao Hospital says
Officials of the north corporation, which runs the hospital, said the 23 left without informing authorities.
Ensure 700 MT Oxygen per day to Delhi until further orders: SC to Centre
The bench observed that except for a bare assertion that an increase of 210 MT to Delhi would result in a corresponding reduction to other states, no material has been produced on the record by the Centre.
Covid-19 pandemic: Oxygen concentrators seized from 2 Khan Market eateries
According to the police, 96 oxygen concentrators were recovered from Khan Chacha and nine were seized from Town Hall
14-day institutional quarantine must for those arriving in Delhi from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
People arriving in the national capital from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana through any mode of transport will have to undergo 14 days of mandatory institutional quarantine, said an order issued by govt
Delhi witnesses sudden change in weather
New Delhi, May 6 : A sudden change in weather was witnessed in Delhi on Thursday afternoon as…
Kashmiryat at Display: Pandit-Muslim Duo save Lives across NCR
The initiative is spearheaded by Sanjay Raina, a Kashmiri Pandit Chef from Srinagar who is based in Delhi, and Adnan Shah, a Kashmiri Muslim who hails from Kupwara and studies journalism in Delhi.
An Oxygen Production Plant and 20 Ventilators arrive from Italy
New Delhi: India on Monday received shipment of oxygen production plant and twenty ventilators from Italy amid the…
Delhi Govt writes to Centre seeking Army help in Covid Crisis
The Deputy CM also requested the Ministry of Defence to make arrangements for supply of medical oxygen for the Covid health facility to be set up.
35-year-old doctor found hanging at his residence in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar
A 35-year-old doctor of a private hospital in south Delhi was found hanging from the ceiling of his residence in Malviya Nagar, police said on Saturday.
Lockdown in Delhi to be extended by one week
The national capital has been under lockdown since April 19, as the AAP scrambles to contain a fresh wave of infections and a positivity rate that remains over 30 per cent
Delhi can add 650 critical care beds if oxygen assured at three govt hospitals
At AIIMS, the plan to convert non-Covid beds for the treatment of the viral infection has slowed down because of the uncertainty in oxygen supply.
Delhi Sees 375 COVID-19 Deaths, Over 27,000 Cases In A Day
The national capital had recorded 24,235 cases on Thursday; 25,986 on Wednesday; 24,149 on Tuesday; 20,201 on Monday; 22,933 on Sunday; 24,103 on Saturday; 24,331 on Friday and 26,169 on Thursday.
Remdesivir Available At These 30 Locations In Delhi
Remdesivir being an investigational therapy drug is given in acute and severe versions of Covid where oxygen support is a must, the centre has said
Mass Cremation show Delhi’s Deluge of COVID-19 Deaths
Delhi resident Nitish Kumar was forced to keep his dead mother’s body at home for nearly two days while he searched for space in the city’s crematoriums - a sign of the deluge of death in India’s capital where coronavirus cases are surging.
Mass Cremations For Covid Victims As Delhi Faces Deluge Of Virus Deaths
People losing loved ones in Delhi, where 306 people have died of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, are turning to makeshift facilities that are undertaking mass burials and cremations as crematoriums come under pressure.
Senior Congress Leader Dr AK Walia passes away of Covid-19
New Delhi: Senior Congress leader and former Delhi minister Dr AK Walia passed away of Covid-19 at the…
Airlift or Create Corridor, Immediately Provide Hospitals Oxygen: Delhi HC
The bench noted that heavens will not fall if the industries, including steel and petroleum, run on lower capacity till oxygen is imported.
Don’t hoard oxygen, taking it casually is harmful, warns AIIMS chief
Emphasising on judicious use of oxygen, AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria said if a person's oxygen saturation is 93 per cent to 99 per cent, then that person does not need oxygen, and taking it will instead be harmful.
Another alarm as Delhi’s positivity rate zooms to 32.82%
Tally of active cases in Delhi rose to 85,575 and with 277 deaths on Tuesday, the capital's death toll reached 12,638.
With 240 deaths, Delhi reports highest single-day COVID-19 fatality count
Struggling to contain the huge COVID-19 surge, Maharashtraon declared six states, including the national capital and the NCR region, as the places of "sensitive origin" in a bid to stop the "influx of other variants of coronavirus"from other locations.
Delhi records 40.5 deg C, highest this season so far
Cloudy weather and gusty winds are likely on Friday, it said.
Alka Lamba slams Kejriwal for mishandling Covid situation in Delhi
Former MLA and Delhi Congress leader Alka Lamba said that the people of Delhi are now bearing the brunt of the AAP government’s reckless actions
New wave of Covid-19: Younger patients, different symptoms at hospitals in Delhi
Doctors in government hospitals in Delhi said that they are seeing younger patients – some even as young as 10 months – and several of them are being brought in varying stages of consciousness
Delhi sees new Covid high of 13,468 cases, 81 deaths
New Delhi: The national capital on Tuesday recorded 13,468 fresh Covid-19 cases, the highest single-day spike since the…
65% Covid patients less than 45 yrs, not 35, Kejriwal clarifies
New Delhi: Hours after stating that around 65 per cent of new Covid-19 cases in Delhi are among…
Five arrested for Kidnapping ‘Maulana’ Muntjir Alam in Shaheen Bagh Delhi
New Delhi: Five men were arrested for allegedly kidnapping a ‘maulana’ of a madrassa in southeast Delhi’s Shaheen…
Delhi records 7,897 fresh Covid-19 cases, positivity rate mounts to 10.21%
According to the bulletin, 39 more people died due to the disease, taking the toll to 11,235.
20 docs, six medical students of AIIMS in Delhi test COVID-19 positive
There are more than 3,000 doctors, including resident doctors and faculty members, at the AIIMS in New Delhi.
Delhi registers 5,506 new Covid-19 cases and 20 deaths
The Covid-19 surge in Delhi continued unabated on Wednesday as the city registered over 5,500 cases of the…
Current Covid wave affecting people aged 20-45 yrs: Delhi Minister
About the massive surge in the capital, he said that the way new infections are spreading, they might break the previous record.
Delhi’s daily Covid tally zooms past 5000-mark, highest in 2021
At present, Delhi has 17,332 active cases, out of which 8,871 are in home isolation, according to the health bulletin.
Entry to four metro stations briefly closed, resumed
The Delhi government on Tuesday imposed night curfew in the national capital from 10 pm to 5 am till April 30 in view of rising COVID-19 cases, officials said.
Angry at God, vagabond throws stones at temple in Delhi; arrested
Holding a grudge against God for giving him a life of vagabond, a 28-year-old man allegedly threw stones and bricks at a temple in west Delhi's Punjabi Bagh on Saturday, police said.
Delhi Records Over 3,500 COVID-19 Cases For Second Consecutive Day
With 3,567 new infections, the number of cumulative cases rose to 6,72,381, while 10 more deaths took the count to 11,060 in Delhi.
Delhi reports 1,819 new Covid cases, vaccination for 45+ to begin on Thursday
The next phase of Covid-19 inoculation drive commenced on March 1 for those above the age of 60 years and for people aged 45 and above with comorbid conditions.
Will not let Assam be run from Nagpur, Delhi: Rahul Gandhi
Keeping up his attack on the RSS and the BJP, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday reiterated that Assam would not be governed from Nagpur and Delhi as only Assam's people are entitled to run the state.
Delhi’s daily Covid-19 tally breaches 1,900-mark; highest since Dec 12 last year
Delhi on Monday reported 1,904 new cases of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) and six more fatalities in the…
No possibility of lockdown in Delhi: Satyendar Jain
New Delhi, Mar 28: Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Saturday dismissed any possibility of imposing another lockdown in…
27% rise in snatching cases in Delhi: minister
To curb such crimes, Reddy said police took various measures, including dynamic identification of crime-prone areas and integrated patrolling.
Nursery admissions begin in Delhi, classes to be held online
According to Nishank, if the guidelines set by the Centre are fully adhered to, all schools in the country could open at different times.
Drinking age to be lowered from 25 to 21 in Delhi
Sisodia, who also holds the finance end education portfolios, said the government will ensure that there is no open drinking in the market areas or near wine shops.
Delhi reports over 800 new Covid-19 ceases for last two days
New Delhi, March 22 : With 823 new Covid-19 cases reported on Sunday, the total tally in the…
Delhi logs 813 fresh Covid cases, positivity rate 1.07%
Meanwhile, two persons died of the viral disease in the last 24 hours, according to the health bulletin.
Delhi most polluted capital, Minister cites efforts to clean air
"The Delhi government has taken various initiatives to reduce city's air pollution. We are working on a fuel change policy, a progressive Electric Vehicle policy, installing smog guns in worse-affected areas," he said.
Congress slams Centre, AAP for amendments of NCTD Act
The Bill gives discretionary powers to the L-G even in matters where the Legislative Assembly of Delhi is empowered to make laws.
Delhi and adjoining likely to experience rain
According to the met department, satellite images showed convective clouds over Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, North Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana Chandigarh.
Missing AMU student Ashraf Ali traced in Delhi’s Jama Masjid area
Ashraf, a resident of Bihar's Araria district, is pursuing B.A (Spanish) from the university.
Delhi Records 409 New Covid Cases In A Day, Highest In Nearly 2 Months
The death count rose to 10,934 with three more fatalities, the latest health bulletin issued by the Delhi Health Department stated.
Delhi Gymkhana moves SC against NCLAT order appointing administrator
New Delhi, March 10 : The Delhi Gymkhana Club (DGC) has moved the Supreme Court challenging the National…
Despite bullet injury, Delhi Police constable nabs 2 criminals
New Delhi, Mar 10 : In an extraordinary act of bravery a Delhi Police Constable despite being shot…
Delhi records 370 new Covid-19 cases, highest since January 14
This is the highest number of infections recorded since January 14 when the city had recorded 340 infections, according to a report
Delhi records minimum temperature of 18.8 deg C
The air quality in the national capital was recorded in the "poor" category. The air quality index (AQI) was 287 at 8.05 am, real-time data of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) showed.
Kisan Congress protest in Delhi against farm laws
The workers held a protest outside the Congress headquarters in the national capital following which they were detained and taken to the nearest police station.
More dairy farmers stop milk supply in UP district
Dairy farmers of six more villages in Amroha district have stopped supply of milk to the cooperative societies to express their solidarity with the farmers movement
MCD bypolls: Voting ends in 5 municipal wards, 50.86 per cent voting recorded
The five wards where bypolls were conducted are – Rohini C and Shalimar Bagh under North MCD, and Trilokpuri, Kalyanpuri and Chauhan Banger under East MCD.
Delhi riots: A year later, over 3,500 granted bail
JNU students Devangana Kalita and Natasha Narwal were among those who were granted bail by the court. This court is also handling the UAPA case.
Average 200 daily new Covid-19 cases in Delhi amid spike in Maharashtra, Kerala
In the last six days, Delhi recorded more than 200 new infections for four straight days, between February 24-27. The number of daily deaths, though, has been less than five on five out of six days, with no fatality on Feb 25.
Delhi Police ASI shoots himself dead inside PCR van
He was rushed to ABG hospital by the PCR van driver where he was declared brought dead, he said.
Delhi: Woman falls from auto after scuffle with boyfriend, dies
A 20-year-old woman died on Thursday after she fell from an aurorickshaw following a scuffle with her boyfriend…
Fuel Prices Rise After 2-day Pause, Petrol Touches New Highs in Delhi
Petrol, Diesel Prices: The prices of petrol and diesel saw a marginal hike on Monday. While petrol was…
Delhi records very poor air, improvement likely over weekend
CPCB data showed that on Thursday the overall air quality of the city was 302, also in the "very poor" category
Delhi records maximum temperature of 27.8 deg Celsius
The weatherman has predicted mainly clear sky and shallow to moderate fog on Friday morning in the city.
Nursery admission process begins in Delhi
Nursery admission in schools across the national capital began on Thursday. The application window will close on March 4.
50 years of Shadipur flyover, NDMC marks golden jubilee
If we get full funds for development works from the Delhi government, the corporation can do such works again, he said.
How a murder in Mangolpuri became a clash of ‘versions’
A CCTV footage has also come to light where the accused could be seen coming to the house of the deceased on Wednesday night. It is alleged that Rinku was stabbed soon after that.
BJP announces candidates for municipal by-polls in Delhi
BJP candidate from Chauhan Bangar, Ansari has been associated with the party for over two decades. He was chief of party's Minority Morcha of North East district of Delhi.
Delhi Cabinet nod to reduction in property circle rates by 20% for 6 months
"A big decision by Hon'ble CM Arvind Kejriwal. Circle Rates of Residential/Commercial/Industrial Properties in Delhi reduced by 20% across all categories for the next 6 months.
No ‘chakka jam’ in Delhi, UP, Uttarakhand on Saturday: Tikait
The BKU spokesperson added: "Apart from these two states along with Delhi and NCR, the farmers will hold the chakka jam across the country."
Delhi gears up for full-scale vaccination of frontline workers
There are a total of six lakh frontline workers in the national capital of which around 3.5 lakh frontline workers have been registered for the vaccine shots while over 90,000 healthcare workers have been vaccinated so far.
Delhi to set up 500 charging points for EVs in 12 months
Launching Delhi government's e-vehicles scheme, the Chief Minister said on Friday, "We want to ensure that Delhi has at least 25 per cent electric vehiles by 2024. The government is offering subsidy on electric vehiles."
Ghazipur seems like India-Pak border: MPs write to LS Speaker
The government has taken a repressive attitude towards the farmers in order to stifle their agitation, they said in the letter.
Sena’s Sanjay Raut at Ghazipur border to support farmers
Amid the ongoing protest at Delhi’s Ghazipur border, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday said he will…
Police adopts innovative methods to check farmers’ advance
Pitted against farmers who earlier used the sheer power of their tractors to break through barricades and other…
R-Day violence: Delhi Police sends over 50 fresh notices to people including farmer leaders
On Friday, the Delhi Police had issued an appeal in leading newspapers asking people to share any evidence or information about the violence.
Firmly stand with farmers: Kisan Sangharsh Coordination Committee
The national Working Group of AIKSCC-- the union’s highest decision making body -- on Thursday declared that it stands “firmly, resolutely and unwaveringly” in support of the ongoing farmers’ protest
Delhi tractor Rally Violence: 22 FIRs filed, Over 300 Cops Injured
As per the earlier-decided plan, they were supposed to reach Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar and then take a right turn.
Tractor rally: farmers breach Delhi’s Red Fort in huge protest
Thousands of farmers protesting at agriculture reforms have fought through police barricades and tear gas to enter Delhi’s…
Congress to welcome farmers’ tractor rally in Delhi
The Congress in Delhi will welcome the farmers’ tractor rally on January 26 on the rally route to…
Farmers’ stir: Preparations on for Jan 26 tractor rally
As the farmers’ agitation at the Delhi borders entered the 60th day on Sunday, all eyes are on…
Petrol, diesel prices remain unchanged at record high levels
Retail fuel prices were unchanged on Sunday across the four metros. On Saturday, petrol and diesel touched fresh…
Fuel dearer again: Petrol prices up by 22-25 p/l, diesel by 24-26
Petrol and diesel prices rose sharply again on Saturday reaching new all-time highs as oil marketing companies (OMCs)…
Fire at Delhi’s ITO building, no casualties
A fire broke out at the Institution of Engineers building at ITO on Friday here. No injuries were…
Right to salary a fundamental right: Delhi HC
New Delhi, Jan 20 : The Delhi High Court has pulled up the municipal corporations for the non-payment…
AK Antony to lead Cong poll campaign in Kerala
The decision was taken at a meeting between the state Congress leaders and the party high command in…
CBI books official, beneficiaries in defence recruitment scam
This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not…
SC: Delhi Police to decide whether farmers be allowed in city to protest
The Supreme Court on Monday told the Centre that it is for the Delhi Police to decide whether…
Delhi schools to reopen today after 10 months , parents still hesitant
Schools have also been directed not to hold assemblies and physical outdoor activities.
Agriculture laws akin to ‘death warrant’, says farmer leader
"If you want your rights, then reach Delhi on 26 January, she said, adding that the "black laws enacted by the Centre were a "death warrant for farmers".
Doctors at Delhi’s RML Hospital reject Covaxin, say we want Covishield with valid trial results
Doctors of Delhi’s premier RML Hospital have shot a letter to the hospital superintendent saying they do not want to take the Bharat Biotech vaccine – Covaxin – and would instead prefer the Covishield vaccine of Serum Institute of India.
Anna Hazare to stage fast in Delhi for farmers; first meeting of SC-appointed panel on laws likely on Jan 19
Meanwhile, the first meeting of the Supre Court-appointed panel on farm laws is likely to be held on January 19, according to one of the members Anil Ghanwat.
Delhi: How and where Covid vax will roll out
The 75 vaccination sites are spread across the eleven districts of the capital city. However, the North East Delhi has received the lowest number of vaccination centres (2) followed by East Delhi (5).
Okhla Vihar turns swamp after rains, residents stuck
On Sunday some men did come out to protest as they wanted the area to be cleared of the mess with the intervention of authorities.
Delhi govt closes Ghazipur Murga Mandi for 10 days amid Bird Flu scare in Delhi
Kejriwal said that the government has so far sent more than 104 samples to a lab in Jalandhar for testing, but not a single confirmed case has come to the fore. And if a case comes, all necessary steps will be taken.
Agriculture products to cost more due to hike in fuel prices, warns Delhi Congress
Rise in the prices of petrol and diesel will have a direct impact on the farmers, who are already protesting against the three ‘anti-farmer’ laws on the borders of Delhi for the past 45 days.
Vaccine dry run in Delhi scheduled at 8 centres including Hindu Rao Hospital
The officials also informed that around 100-200 health care workers will participate in the mock drill for the vaccine roll-out across the centres.
Tally of Covid patients infected with UK variant reaches 9 in Delhi
“The total number of patients suspected of being infected by the UK strain has reached 49. Of them, the strain is confirmed in nine persons,” he said.
Delhi gets rains for 3rd day on the trot
On Friday, the mercury plummeted to 1.1 degrees Celsius, the lowest in 15 years, and "very dense" fog lowered visibility to "zero" metres.
Event Against ‘Love Jihad’ Law Postponed In Delhi After Police Police Deny Permission
Delhi Police told us they had 'orders from above' to not allow 'such couples' to hold an event, an event leader said
Farmers’ Protest: Haryana Police Uses Teargas To Stop Group Marching To Delhi
When the farmers’ group reached Masani barrage where the barricades were put up, police used teargas to disperse them.
Delhi’s daily Covid tally below 500 for first time in months
“In the last one and a half months, Delhiites have diligently followed all the instructions and it is because of their continued support that we have been able to achieve this state,” said the Minister.
Cold Wave Sweeps North India: Snowfall Predicted In Himachal, Heavy Rains In Delhi
The minimum temperature in Delhi is likely to remain below 9 degrees Celsius for the next few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
40 patients suffering from new Covid strain admitted to LNJP
The number of new Covid cases has gone below 500 in the national Capital after several months. However, the Delhi government has appealed to the people to follow the precautionary measures, wear mask and maintain social distance.
Farmer from Baghpat dies at Ghazipur Border protest site
New Delhi, Jan 1 : Amid freezing temperatures in Delhi and adjoining areas, a farmer from Baghpat district…
1,336 fined on New Year eve in Delhi, 26 caught for drink-driving
The Delhi Disaster Management Authority on Thursday ordered the imposition of the night curfew in the national capital on December 31 and January 1 from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Agriculture can’t be run sitting in Delhi: Sharad Pawar on farm laws
Stressing that dialogue should have happened earlier, he said the government should have talked earlier to resolve farmers'' reservations about these laws.
Home Minister Shah unveils Arun Jaitley’s statue on DDCA premises
Arun Jaitley remained DDCA president for 13 years
Delhi govt fully prepared for Covid vaccination: Kejriwal
New Delhi, Dec 24 : Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said his government is fully prepared…
5 passengers from UK test Covid positive at Delhi airport
Five passengers from the UK who arrived here at Indira Gandhi International Airport on Monday night have tested…
Earthquake tremors felt in parts of Delhi
Earthquake tremors were felt on Thursday in several parts of Delhi-NCR. The tremors were felt late in the evening.
At 4.1 Delhi records lowest temp of season
The national capital on Tuesday recorded the lowest minimum temperature of the season so far with mercury dipping…
22-Year-Old Dragged From Railway Platform, Gang-Raped By 3 Men In Delhi
The woman was sitting alone when she was forcibly dragged to an isolated place by the three accused.
Markets, Transport Sector To Remain Open Tomorrow: Trade Unions
Traders and transporters are not participating in the 'Bharat Bandh' because they haven't been approached by farmers yet for support on the issue, a statement says.
Delhi records over 2,300 COVID-19 deaths in less than a month: Official data
The city reported 98 deaths on November 19, 118 on November 20, 111 on November 21, 121 each on November 22 and 23, and 109 fatalities on November 24, according to official data.
Gandhinagar police holds flag march in the city for Corona
Gandhinagar, the state capital, reported 80 Covid cases on Thursday.
500-bed Covid care centre to convert into oxygen facility centre
New Delhi: After directions from Union Home Minister Amit Shah to ramp up Delhi’s medical infrastructure amid surge…
India’s Oct domestic air passenger traffic crashes by over 57%
Almost all airlines saw a growth in passenger load factor in October as compared to previous month barring Pawan Hans.
Arvind Kejriwal Calls All-party Meeting Today To Discuss Delhi’s Covid-19 Situation
Leaders of AAP, BJP, Congress and other parties are expected to join meet
Delhi shatters record for Covid deaths with 131 fatalities
New Delhi: As the wrath of the Covid-19 pandemic continued to grapple the national capital, it reported the…
Maharashtra sees Covid-19 deaths, cases shoot up again
The Mumbai circle (MMR) recorded 26 new deaths, taking the toll to 18,395 and with another spike of 1,655 new infectees, the total cases zoomed to 609,646.
Delhi to increase daily Covid tests to 1.25 lakh: Kejriwal
Besides, Shah and Kejriwal, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan and Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal were also present at the meeting.
Delhi records highest single-day spike of 6,842 Covid cases
Meanwhile, with a fresh spike of 46,254 coronavirus infections and 514 deaths in the last 24 hours, India’s tally on Wednesday rose to 83,13,877, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Delhi again records over 5,000 new Covid-19 cases, 34,186 cases added in last 7 days
There are 3,274 containment zones in the Capital and over 20,000 people are under home isolation at present.
Delhi’s coldest October since 1962
New Delhi, Oct 31 : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that Delhi recorded the coldest…
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind denies links with HWF, slams media reports
New Delhi: The Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (JIH), which claims to be the biggest socio-cultural organisation of Indian Muslims, on…
700 Doctors At Delhi Civic-Body Hospitals Go On Indefinite Strike Over Pending Salaries
Resident doctors of Hindu Rao Hospital are on a relay hunger strike for the last couple of days, demanding release of their pending salaries too.
Cautious Jhandewalan, muted Kalkaji as Navratri begins
Earlier, with Durga Puja round the corner and heralding the festival season, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) last Sunday issued fresh guidelines for holding gatherings, with strict adherence to Covid-19 protocols.
Delhi Police that lost 21 men raises its arms to fight Covid
"Crime Branch staff took a pledge to follow all COVID related precautions i.e wearing a mask, maintaining social distancing and washing their hands regularly," Monika Bhardwaj, DCP Crime, tweeted.
Delhi Pollution: Only Monsoon may bring relief – MET Department
New Delhi: Winds from north-west side where stubble is being burnt, adding to poor air quality condition in…
Rohan Jaitley set to file nomination for DDCA president’s post
"Mr Jaitley wants to end factionalism in the DDCA and wants all groups to come together for betterment of cricket in Delhi," said a member of a group.
Delhi records 37 new COVID-19 deaths, 2,920 cases
The number of people in home isolation slightly dropped to 15,852 compared to 15,899 previous day.
Posing as telco staff, Delhi Police nab Jharkhand juvenile for fraud
A Delhi Police team posing as surveyors of a telecom company nabbed a 17-year-old in Jamtara in Jharkhand…
Delhi records over 40 coronavirus deaths for second day on the trot
The national capital reported 42 COVID-19 fatalities on Sunday, taking the number of deaths to 5,235, while 3,292 fresh cases pushed the infection tally to 2,71,114.
Experts say second wave of Covid-19 at peak in Delhi, says CM Kejriwal
New Delhi: The second wave of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) is at its peak in Delhi right now, chief…
Delhi Police gear up for ‘snap demos’ by farmers, tighten security
After the passing of the farm Bills, opposition MPs staged protest in the Parliament premises, marching from the Gandhi statue to the Ambedkar statue.
38 new Covid deaths in Delhi; cases top 2.42 lakh
New Delhi: Another 38 people have succumbed to the dreaded novel coronavirus here, taking the death toll due to…
Oil theft from transformers disrupting power supply: BSES
Power discom BSES on Tuesday said that oil, amounting to around 88,000 litres, has been stolen from over 120 transformers in BSES areas in the last 18 months, causing inconvenience to the consumers along with monetary loss to the company.
Ajay Maken moves SC seeking rehab of Delhi’s slum dwellers before eviction
New Delhi, Sep 11 : Senior Congress leader Ajay Maken has moved the Supreme Court seeking rehabilitation of…
Delhi records 50% rise in avg Covid deaths in 3 weeks
The national capital has witnessed a rise of 50 per cent in the death toll due to Covid-19…
Not interested: SC pulls up Maha, Delhi on migrant labourers’ issue
The Supreme Court on Tuesday, while hearing the suo moto case concerning problems and miseries of migrant labourers…
Delhi HC: Treat PIL on method of computing power bills as representation
The Delhi High Court on Friday directed authorities to treat as representation, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging…
Water-logging after heavy showers in Delhi, but rain deficiency down
New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Heavy rains lashed Delhi on Thursday morning, bringing down the capital’s rain deficiency…
Continuous overnight rains drench Delhi, more likely
Kuldeep Srivastava, the head of the IMD's regional forecasting centre, said the city witnessed "continuous rains overnight" and more rainfall is expected during the day.
Doctor dies by suicide at AIIMS Delhi hostel, fifth such death at hospital in 2 months
In the last two months, AIIMS-Delhi has registered five deaths by suicide - three by patients and two by doctors.
Second serological survey for Covid begins in Delhi: Jain
New Delhi, 1 Aug (IANS): Fresh serological survey for Covid-19 has begun in the national capital on Saturday. It…
Covid-19 provides opportunity for a new imagination: Rahul
New Delhi: Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi in his conversation with 2006 Nobel Peace Prize winner and Bangladesh Grameen…
Delhi Congress threatens to protest against tax hike by SDMC
He warned that if the taxes are not withdrawn, Congress workers will take to the streets to force the Centre and AAP government to relent.
Delhi-NCR to receive heavy rain on Wednesday, Thursday: IMD
New Delhi, July 28 : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday sounded an orange alert for the…
CBI raids two premises in Delhi, Noida in bank fraud case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday carried out searches at two premises in NCR-Delhi in connection…
Teen Covid patient sexually assaulted at Delhi centre
In a shocking incident, a 14-year-old girl, undergoing treatment at a Covid Care Centre in south Delhi's Chhattarpur, has alleged that she was sexually assaulted by another coronavirus patient in the washroom, police said on Thursday. Two accused have been arrested.
Delhi records 1,227 new Covid cases, 29 deaths in 24 hours
A total of 20,060 samples were tested in the last 24 hours, indicating the positivity rate at 6.11 p…
Delhi: After 3-week long battle with Covid-19, Doctor Javed Ali dies
Meanwhile, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took to twitter and said, "Dr. Javed Ali and all the doctors offer their services during this crisis by betting on their lives. He was serving on contract."
Delhi records lowest Covid tally in a month, less than 1K
New Delhi, July 20 : With 954 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, the national capital…
6 killed in Agra-Lucknow E-way accident
Agra, July 19 (IANS) Six people died on the spot and another 20 were injured in an accident early…
Tempo driver dies due to Delhi rain, 3 others rescued
A man aged about 60 drowned on Sunday morning in a waterlogged stretch on the Minto Road due…
Sonu Punjaban hospitalised after having overdose of pills
New Delhi, Geeta Arora, known as Sonu Punjaban, who is serving a jail term in connection with a…
Diesel now more than rupee expensive than petrol in Delhi
Diesel has further extended its gain over petrol prices in the national capital with oil marketing companies raising…