Faridabad police arrested Sameem, 25, for kidnapping two children and demanding a Rs 30,000 ransom. He lured the children to an Oyo Hotel and contacted their parents for ransom. The police tracked his location after receiving an initial payment of Rs 5,000. Sameem, with a criminal history, is in police custody; his accomplices are being sought. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Indraprastha Vikas Party (IVP) expelled Ashok Pandey, a municipal councillor, for six years due to anti-party activities. IVP also cancelled his primary membership. The party stated the decision was unanimous, citing Pandey's actions against party interests and policies hindering development. IVP is committed to restarting stalled development work. (This summary is generated via AI.)
IP University approved an orphan children quota, reserving one seat per program with a 100% tuition waiver. Effective 2025-26, it will also aid students with government financial aid. Additionally, the university approved academic expansions, including PhD programs for professionals, new language courses, integrated BA-MA programs, and a radiological physics diploma. The Narela campus will also open soon. (This summary is generated via AI.)
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The DSGMC inaugurated Guru Harkrishan Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, a renamed hospital. The facility, developed since 2019, offers expanded services, including free OPD for some. Approval for Ayushman Bharat cards is expected. The DSGMC aims for further community progress and thanked contributors for their service. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The accused, identified as Raj Kumar Sharma, 52, had been living under a false identity for years and was known locally as ‘Doctor Sahab’
The aircraft, carrying 156 passengers, took off from Phuket airport for New Delhi at 9:30 am on Friday after which a bomb threat was received
In light of rising electricity demand across the national capital, Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday chaired a high-level review meeting with senior officials from the Power Department and all three power distribution companies. The meeting focused on ensuring...
An e-rickshaw driver and his associate were arrested for allegedly stealing Rs 5 lakh from a passenger in North Delhi’s Lahori Gate area, an official said on Thursday. Shankar (32), the e-rickshaw driver, and Mahender Parmar (34) would target unsuspecting...
Marking 11 years of the PM Narendra Modi-led NDA government at the Centre, West Delhi MP and Delhi BJP general secretary Kamaljeet Sehrawat on Thursday presented a detailed report highlighting key development initiatives undertaken in the constituency. She said, under...
Sets June 30 for inspection of Ring Road renovation project
Type 1, Type 2 quarters allotted in name of spouses, wards of ex-staff to be regularised
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday called the plane crash in Ahmedabad “extremely painful and shocking”. The London-bound Air India plane with 242 passengers and crew on board crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday...
Hospitals across the national capital have been seeing a surge in patients due to the intense heatwave in the last few days, doctors said on Thursday. People who work directly under the sun are more affected by the heatwave, for...
A teenager was allegedly stabbed to death by two of his relatives and a minor following a dispute in northeast Delhi’s Seelampur area, an official said on Thursday. The deceased, Zaheer Abbas (19), had an ongoing dispute with one of...
Inaugurates advanced 3D mammography unit at hospital
BJP’s Satya Sharma and Sunder Singh were elected as the chairperson and vice-chairperson, respectively, of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Standing Committee in the elections held on Thursday. Satya Sharma secured 11 votes to defeat AAP candidate Praveen Kumar,...
Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee (DPCC) president Devender Yadav on Thursday expressed grief over the tragic crash of an Air India aircraft in Ahmedabad, which claimed the lives of passengers and crew on board, as well as several MBBS students residing...
Efforts being made to recover the weapon used in the crime, say officials
Case posted for arguments on the quantum of sentence on the next date of hearing
The real-time figures of the State Load Dispatch Centre showed the peak demand was 8,231 MW at 10.55 pm
MP Praveen Khandelwal lauded the Modi government's 11-year tenure as a 'golden era.' He cited economic reforms like GST, the IBC, and Digital India as key achievements, alongside trader empowerment. India's rise in the Ease of Doing Business index, UPI's success, MUDRA loans, and the Startup India program were also highlighted. Khandelwal emphasized 'Vocal for Local' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Delhi government commemorated Sant Kabir Jayanti at the Delhi Secretariat for the first time. The event, organized by the SC/ST/OBC Welfare Department, honored the 15th-century saint-poet's teachings of equality and social reform. Cabinet Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh highlighted Kabir's message of inclusive governance and welfare for marginalized communities. The event featured devotional songs and cultural performances, aiming to promote unity. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Delhi's Mayor donated 100 ceiling fans to Hindu Rao Hospital, a gift from the Badi Panchayat Vaishya Beese Aggarwal. The donation aims to improve patient comfort, especially during summer. Mayor Singh highlighted the importance of public service, emphasizing the goal of citizen well-being. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Demands implementation of protective measures
Calls move an assault on Delhi’s middle class
Triggers political outrage; govt working against poor, says Atishi
Holds crucial meet on monsoon preparedness
A Delhi Police ASI was arrested for accepting a bribe to remove a family's names from a criminal case, along with a tea vendor acting as a middleman. Separately, police arrested two drug traffickers in Shahdara and seized over 300 grams of heroin. Investigations into the drug suppliers are ongoing. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Says target to install over 1,000 such ATMs in city by next year