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The blaze is suspected to have been triggered by a short circuit
The call would be in line with the jail manual and under the supervision of the Tihar Jail authority
The Delhi High Court ruled that encroachers in Delhi cannot delay eviction from public land by awaiting rehabilitation. The court allowed demolition at Bhoomiheen Camp, South Delhi, as the residents, mostly migrants, weren't eligible for relocation under the policy. It stated that encroachers have no right to indefinite occupation, and public projects shouldn't be obstructed. Some will receive EWS flats. (This summary is generated via AI.)
1,000 cyclists participated in the 26th Fit India Sundays on Cycle event at JLN Stadium. The event, co-organized with Indian Railways, featured actress Madhurima Tuli, recognized as a Fit India Icon. Tuli, a former athlete, emphasized cycling's affordability, mental health benefits, and role in combating obesity. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Delhi Police arrested Sachin Khatri (26), a key member of the Gogi gang, on Friday. Khatri faces charges of extortion, assault, and illegal arms possession. He was involved in at least four major criminal cases, including a shooting at a woman's residence for extortion and an Arms Act violation. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Residents urged to clear outstanding dues
A 29-year-old woman, Sarika, was found strangled to death in a Paharganj hotel room. Her boyfriend, Sachin, 31, is accused of the murder. He allegedly strangled her, suspecting infidelity. The couple checked into the hotel Saturday afternoon. Sachin left early Sunday, and Sarika was found dead later. He was arrested after being traced to his address. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Delhi's Chief Minister defended slum demolitions, stating they followed court orders to remove encroachments, citing the Madrasi Camp as an example. She claimed residents received alternative housing. AAP criticized the demolitions, alleging broken promises of on-site relocation and inadequate resettlement, particularly concerning the distance and lack of facilities in Narela. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Delhi experienced scorching heat on Sunday, with temperatures reaching 44.1°C in Ayanagar. The IMD forecasts continued high temperatures and strong winds. Although a heatwave wasn't declared, residents face uncomfortable conditions due to the heat and humidity. Air quality remained moderate. (This summary is generated via AI.)
A 24-year-old tech developer, Jay Kishan, was arrested for creating a fake mobile app used to defraud people by falsely promising credit card limit increases. The BCA dropout, previously a general manager, was the technical mastermind behind the scam. He was arrested in Noida, and police seized phones and a laptop. The arrest followed a March cyber fraud case where eight others were already apprehended. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Family alleges sexual assault, incident sparks outrage | Suspect at large | Cops rule out communal angle
Gurugram Municipal Corporation terminated 17 consultants and experts, mostly re-employed retirees, to save around Rs 2 crores annually. The decision cited lack of contribution, high costs, and political influence in their hiring. It also revealed issues of inflated salaries and lack of domain expertise. This has led to calls for similar reviews at the GMDA. (This summary is generated via AI.)
An illegal road built by a mining mafia in Basai Meo village was rebuilt after being demolished by authorities. Forest officials caught individuals red-handed attempting to restore it, arresting one and searching for another. The road facilitated illegal stone transportation and its restoration threatens forest conservation efforts. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Gurugram MP Rao Inderjit Singh urged officials to expedite the delayed metro expansion, emphasizing the project's importance in reducing pollution and easing traffic. He will review progress every four months. Bids for the first phase of construction are under evaluation. Singh also prioritized the Hero Honda Chowk to Umang Bhardwaj Chowk road project. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Gurugram's DTP (Enforcement) launched 'Office-on-the-Spot,' conducting weekend on-site inspections in residential colonies. The initiative aims for comprehensive compliance checks, replacing complaint-based inspections. In the first visit to Sushant Lok-2, numerous violations were found, leading to immediate show-cause notices. The program targets complete colony surveys to streamline enforcement and promote planned development. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The case pertains to the seizure of over 95 kg of Amphetamine and the unearthing of a clandestine narcotics manufacturing laboratory in Noida
Family and locals stage a protest
Gramodaya Yojana
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has dismantled a drug manufacturing network, operating across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, leading to the arrest of eight individuals. The network, engaged in large-scale diversion and illicit distribution of pharmaceutical drugs, is suspected to...
Delayed Metro projects now progressing at full pace, says Minister
Blood-stained knife recovered from park
Cops make elaborate security arrangements to ensure peace in city
Hunt on for fourth accused, say cops
A 29-year-old fisherman from Kerala has been arrested by the Delhi Police for allegedly defrauding a retired Army Colonel of over Rs 18.8 lakh in a foreign exchange (forex) investment scam, officials said on Saturday. The accused, Sreejith Rajendran, a...
Accused has history of making anonymous calls to police
India’s cultural and technological prowess is making waves on the global stage as the Bharat Mandap at the ongoing World Expo-2025 in Osaka, Japan, has been ranked among the top five pavilions. The pavilion, curated by the Indira Gandhi National...
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday held a high-level meeting with Mallika Nadda, president of Special Olympics Bharat, to discuss advancing accessibility in sports, education, and public services for persons with disabilities (PwDs) under the ‘Sugamya Delhi Abhiyan’. The...
A qualified MBBS doctor, Pankaj Mohan Sharma, performed over 50 heart surgeries in over eight months at the heart care centre of Faridabad’s Badshah Khan Civil Hospital using the registration number of a real cardiologist. The matter came to light...
Meanwhile, police increase Rekha Gupta’s security