Delhi's government approved a policy allowing women to work night shifts in shops and commercial establishments. The plan aims to boost female employment, improve business rankings, and transform Delhi into a 24/7 hub. Safeguards include consent, transport, surveillance, security, amenities, and benefits.
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The top court reserves verdict on Justice Varma’s petition
Delhi's government mandates a detailed audit of arbitration cases exceeding ₹1 crore over the past 20 years, focusing on financial losses and transparency. New contracts exclude arbitration clauses, requiring contractors to directly approach courts. Payments against the government are prohibited before exhausting legal options and Law Department approval.
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Delhi launched a month-long 'Freedom from Garbage' campaign, starting August 1, 2025. The initiative involves coordinated action between multiple agencies to clean the city. It includes clearing waste, special sanitation efforts, and cash awards for top-performing resident associations.
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Delhi faces persistent garbage issues despite officials' claims of progress. A new waste pile near Majlis Park sparked controversy. While officials say it's silt, residents face overflowing waste in multiple neighborhoods due to pickup delays and incomplete agency transitions.
Gurugram police arrested three men planning a robbery. During a raid, one suspect fired at police, leading to an exchange of fire where one suspect was injured. Police seized a pistol, cartridges, a stick, and a motorcycle. An FIR was filed and the other two suspects are being questioned.
The Supreme Court ordered the release of Sukhdev Yadav, a 2002 murder convict, after his 20-year sentence completion. The court criticized the Sentence Review Board for rejecting his release despite the completed sentence. The Delhi government argued against automatic release, while Yadav's counsel cited sentence fulfillment and unlawful detention.
DIAL provided land to Delhi Police at IGI Airport Terminal-1 for a permanent police station. The symbolic license fee is ₹1 per year. This long-awaited facility will replace the temporary station and improve security at India's busiest airport.
Delhi's Lieutenant Governor approved including banking, NBFCs, and gas supply as public utility services. This enables Permanent Lok Adalats to resolve related disputes faster and at lower cost, addressing rising consumer grievances and decongesting courts.
A wall collapsed at a Delhi construction site, killing Meera and her 17-year-old son. Two others were injured. Locals blame the builder's unsafe practices and recent heavy rain. They allege illegal construction near the Lieutenant Governor's house, demanding a probe.
Manish Sisodia announced that 3,000 AAP workers will visit government schools across 20 states from August 1-7 to assess their condition. He criticized the current state of education, contrasting it with advancements in South Korea. Sisodia aims to prevent situations like Jhalawar's and address poor conditions in schools.
Jitendra Singh discussed 'Akhand Bharat' at a Kargil Vijay Diwas event, emphasizing values like sacrifice. He highlighted India's proactive stance under PM Modi, contrasting it with past decisions. DU honored Kargil war heroes and civilians, noting India's quicker response times.
Heavy rainfall triggered orange alerts and widespread waterlogging in Delhi, causing traffic disruptions and power outages. Rainfall varied across stations, with Delhi Ridge recording the highest at 129.8 mm. While the government claimed swift drainage improvements, Sadar Bazar faced severe flooding and commercial disruption.
The BJP Minority Morcha demands the removal of MP and Imam Mohibullah Nadvi, alleging misuse of the Parliament Mosque for Samajwadi Party activities. They cite a political gathering on July 22nd, violations of religious norms, and Nadvi holding an office of profit. The Morcha has requested an inquiry and action from the Delhi CM and Lok Sabha Speaker.
The Delhi High Court ordered an MHA inquiry into violence at a detention centre due to disputed CCTV footage control. The court granted bail to two foreign nationals accused of assault, questioning the case's credibility and potential fabrication to prevent deportation. The court directed the MHA to investigate the matter.
A migrant worker in Gurugram was brutally assaulted and hung upside down by four security guards on suspicion of theft. A viral video prompted police action and arrests, even though the victim hadn't reported the crime. The incident happened about 1.5 months ago.
Delhi's Chief Minister launched 'Hauslon Ki Udaan,' a scheme for 5 million youth. It offers emerging artists a platform to showcase their talents in six art forms, with mentorship and international exposure. A Rs 5 crore budget is allocated, focusing on inclusivity and talent hunts across constituencies.
Chain-snatching incidents have resurfaced in Gurugram with four cases reported in the past two days. Victims Vikas Upveja, Sweety Gupta, and Vidhya Singh all reported similar attacks by motorcycle-borne individuals. Despite police registering cases, no arrests have been made.
Delhi University's CES for 2025-26 invites applications for individuals of all ages to take select papers in semesters I, III, and V. Registration is open July 24-29, with classes starting August 1. Admission depends on eligibility and seat availability, and details are available on the DU admission portal.
The case will be heard next on October 30
A ground visit to the area revealed that during the construction of the National Highway (NH 709B), which connects Delhi to Dehradun, an open drain maintained by the Flood and Irrigation Department was covered. This drain has since become clogged, causing widespread sewer overflow
The DU-UG 2025 second round cutoff list has been made available on the official website ugadmission.uod.ac.in, and students can now log in to their CSAS dashboards to check their allotment status
Departments directed to celebrate Hindi Diwas, promote use of language in official work
Special judge Dig Vinay Singh framed charges of criminal conspiracy and criminal misconduct by a public servant against Khan and Mahboob Alam, the then chief executive officer of the Delhi Waqf Board
Hospitals on alert, public awareness intensified
Delhi recorded 17,874 dog-bite cases in 2023, which rose to 25,210 in 2024. In January 2025 alone, 3,196 dog-bite cases were reported in the national capital
The Delhi Assembly's monsoon session begins August 4, potentially including a bill to regulate private school fees. The session will be paperless, utilizing NeVA for digitization. The DDA opened its third 'Aarambh Library' in Dwarka.
Blames previous AAP govt for delays, costly arbitration payout of Rs 175 crore to project contractor
Paraspeak received critical acclaim at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025 in Ohio, where Khetan was awarded the Fourth Grand Award in Biomedical Engineering along with a special mention from the International Council on Systems Engineering
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