A woman in Faridabad was murdered in a pre-planned attack. Her father-in-law, Bhoop Singh, confessed to raping and strangling her after her husband, Arun, drugged her and her sister. The mother-in-law was also involved. Arun is still at large.
A woman in Faridabad was murdered in a pre-planned attack. Her father-in-law, Bhoop Singh, confessed to raping and strangling her after her husband, Arun, drugged her and her sister. The mother-in-law was also involved. Arun is still at large.
Seeks reinstatement of PhD entrance examination
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta performed the 'Chera Pahara' ritual at the Delhi Jagannath Temple's Rath Yatra. She swept the chariot path, a tradition symbolizing humility, and flagged off the procession. Hundreds of devotees and dignitaries attended the event, filled with chants and devotional songs.
Delhi's Urban Development Minister, Ashish Sood, addressed night shelter irregularities after inspections revealed poor conditions. District Magistrates will conduct regular inspections. The government will implement measures including an app for attendance, surprise checks, and Aadhaar verification to combat mismanagement and security concerns.
Gurugram traffic police fined vehicle owners Rs 43.70 lakh and issued 437 challans in six months for noise pollution violations, particularly modified silencers and pressure horns. The crackdown targets disruptive 'silencer blasts,' mostly involving Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycles, to improve road safety.
14-year-old Suruchi Chaudhary, daughter of a police officer, died by suicide in Faridabad. She faced academic pressure after failing unit tests, potentially leading to being held back a grade. Allegations of school harassment and being forced to play in a lower-age Kho Kho team also contributed to her distress. Police are investigating.
AAP accuses Delhi's BJP government of hypocrisy regarding artificial rain, claiming they mocked the idea initially but now implement it for political gain. AAP questions the project's monsoon timing, alleging manipulation of pollution data and a lack of genuine pollution solutions.
Indian policymakers and industry leaders advocated for aesthetics, women's leadership, and integrated infrastructure to build sustainable, smart cities. They emphasized city beautification, green building practices, rainwater harvesting, and transparency in development.
Dipak was on a morning walk with his 10-year-old daughter when he was shot dead
Dipak sustained multiple bullet injuries and died on the spot while his daughter received a gunshot wound on her hand
President Droupadi Murmu visited ailing former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, meeting his son, CM Hemant Soren. She also inaugurated the hospital's new cancer center, touring the facility and interacting with patients.
The Delhi ACB registered a case against former health ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj and Satyendar Jain for alleged corruption in health infrastructure projects. The investigation, based on a complaint by Vijender Gupta, focuses on budget manipulation, fund misuse, and irregularities in delayed and over-budget projects, including hospital and polyclinic initiatives.
Delhi's Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood inspected night shelters, finding significant operational failures and financial irregularities. He alleged collusion between AAP leaders and NGOs, citing ghost employees and poor conditions. Sood threatened strict action, including a potential CBI probe, against those responsible for misusing funds. He also reassured residents against demolition rumors.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched an anti-drug awareness program, urging citizens to join the fight against drug abuse. The Delhi government aims for a drug-free India by 2047, supporting the national vision. Public vigilance and reporting suspicious activity via helpline 1933 were emphasized.
A fire in Delhi's Tilak Market destroyed a toy shop, a watch shop, and a scooter early Thursday. Firefighters responded to the 2:55 am call with five tenders and extinguished the flames by 4:05 am. There were no reported injuries.
A 23-year-old woman died after a reported sexual assault by another patient at a Delhi hospital. Police arrested a suspect. The incident sparked outrage and criticism of the Delhi government for hospital safety and management. Hospital authorities deny the assault, citing a lack of physical evidence and CCTV footage review.
Professor Dhananjay Joshi resigned as the founding Vice-Chancellor of Delhi Teachers' University, citing personal reasons. His resignation, submitted to the Lieutenant Governor's office, is pending acceptance. He also requested to return to his previous university, GGSIP University. DTU was established in early 2022 under the AAP government.
Flags past discrimination in civic services, promises equality
The Delhi government will launch programs in November to honor Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Plans include renovating the Singhu Border memorial, a light and sound show, Martyrdom Studies Centre, and educational content. Community members suggested a Punjabi festival and seminars.
Delhi government pledged to make this year's Kanwar Yatra highly organized and inclusive. Support includes border greetings by officials, better amenities at camps, quick permissions, free electricity, gender-specific camps, and cleanliness drives. Registration is via a Google Form.
Move aims to support Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan initiated by PM Modi
This has sparked backlash from faculty members, who call the move politically driven
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Delhi Metro completed a 1.55 km underground tunnel between Kishangarh and Vasant Kunj stations on the Golden Line. This is part of Phase 4 expansion. The tunnel, part of a twin-tunnel system, was built using a TBM and the earth pressure balancing method. Safety measures ensured no structural disturbance. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Delhi's Labour Department aims for transparency and efficiency. Minister Kapil Mishra directed officials to modernize the department, including virtual hearings for labor cases and publishing all cases and decisions online. The focus is on swift, impartial justice and worker welfare, including resolving wage, termination, and workplace disputes. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Move to construct pink toilets in every major public place gets nod
Jamal Siddiqui, BJP Minority Morcha president, condemned the Congress on the 50th anniversary of India's Emergency, calling it a 'darkest day' and a 'direct assault' on democracy. He blamed Indira Gandhi and the Congress for suspending civil liberties, suppressing press freedom, jailing opponents, and misusing legal procedures. He claimed economic policies stagnated development and led to Congress's 1977 election defeat. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Delhi government organized an exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Emergency. It showcased previously unpublished documents, including detention orders for political figures like Vajpayee. The BJP, criticizing the Congress, aims to highlight the Emergency as a dark period for Indian democracy. The event intends to ensure the horrors of the Emergency are never forgotten. (This summary is generated via AI.)
A Delhi businessman was robbed of Rs 30 lakh at his Vasant Kunj residence on June 23rd. Unidentified men allegedly forced their way into his home and stole the cash. Police have registered a case, are reviewing CCTV footage, and are investigating the incident under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) searched 10 locations in Delhi-NCR and Ludhiana linked to the Shilpi Cables Technologies Ltd case. The ED is investigating a bank fraud of ₹988 crore involving IDBI Bank and other lenders. The case involves alleged fraudulent fund transfers abroad via Letters of Credit and the use of dummy entities. Manish Goel, SCTL's Managing Director, is implicated. (This summary is generated via AI.)