Gurugram police arrested a lawyer and two women for blackmailing an elderly man. The women, after befriending him, filed a false rape case. They demanded Rs 10 lakh, settling for Rs 6.5 lakh. The victim's daughter reported the extortion to police, leading to the arrests.
An official said that Dhankhar will stay in the private farmhouse as an interim arrangement till he is allocated a Type-8 official residence
IMD issues orange alert for Tuesday; schools advised to conduct online classes
Despite search efforts by the police and SDRF teams, the bodies of the two youths have not been found yet
The Yamuna River continued to flow above the danger level of 205.33 meters
IMD forecasts cloudy sky with moderate rain in Delhi from August 31 to September 2
The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), Delhi Police, and other NCR police forces held a cybercrime awareness campaign. They used street theatre, with 79 plays across Delhi-NCR, educating citizens on cyber safety and promoting the 1930 helpline and cybercrime reporting portal.
Cops recover blood-stained clothes, pair of scissors used in crime
Delhi University is fostering a strong sports culture, producing numerous athletes who compete internationally. DU provides support through scholarships, training, and academic flexibility. The university's efforts are yielding results, with athletes winning medals and representing India at major events. DU aims to further enhance its sports infrastructure and support systems.
Ground report
A government wine shop salesman in Delhi was attacked by four assailants with hockey sticks and knives. Gyanpal Singh, 52, sustained stab wounds and is hospitalized. The attack, captured on CCTV, is suspected to be due to an old enmity. Police have registered an attempt to murder case and are investigating.
Outer North police arrested three drug peddlers and seized over 1 kg of heroin, worth approximately Rs 4 crore, from them. Afsana was first apprehended, leading to the arrest of Narender and Jyoti, and the recovery of heroin from their residence. A case under the NDPS Act has been registered; the source of the drugs is under investigation.
Enclosures, water ponds thoroughly cleaned, disinfected
No injuries reported; cause of fire not known yet
#InsideTheCapital: Bhagwat scotched talks of Modi or himself retiring upon turning 75 this month
Devender Yadav criticized both AAP and BJP for the poor condition of Delhi's government schools. He cited a survey revealing lack of basic amenities and blamed both parties for neglecting education in favor of other projects, contrasting it with Congress's past improvements.
The DUSU elections on September 18th will be eco-friendly this year, with restrictions on posters and a focus on digital campaigning. Key issues include tuition, hostel availability, safety, and metro fare concessions. ABVP, NSUI, AISA-SFI, and ASAP are the main contenders.
Speaker Vijender Gupta highlighted India's role in global peace, citing historical figures like Mahavira, Buddha, and Gandhi. He praised India's message of peace during the Russia-Ukraine war and lauded the establishment of the World Peace Centre, mentioning upcoming collaborations to promote global cooperation and understanding.
IGNCA will host a discussion on Dr. Sonal Mansingh's new book, 'A ZigZag Mind.' The event will feature Ram Nath Kovind and Dattatreya Hosabale, exploring Mansingh's career as a dancer, teacher, thinker, and cultural ambassador.
IGNCA and INDICA honored Padma Shri Meenakshi Jain on her Rajya Sabha nomination. Speakers celebrated her scholarship, honesty, and impact on history. Jain expressed gratitude for support received and reflected on her academic journey. The event ended with the presentation of gifts and her upcoming book's first copy.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated Onam with Delhi's Malayali community, emphasizing unity and shared joy. She highlighted their cultural contributions and called for equal respect for all traditions in Delhi, wishing the city to be clean, beautiful, and prosperous.
The Akhil Bharatiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, an RSS affiliate, inaugurated a tribal research center in Delhi named after Birsa Munda. Government ministers attended, emphasizing tribal communities' integral role and government support. Separately, RSS leaders attended the birthday of a former royal's son in Bihar, highlighting the Raj Darbhanga's legacy.
Saurabh Bharadwaj, AAP Delhi leader, challenged BJP to reveal the address of his alleged bungalow and farmhouse, offering a reward. He accused the BJP of spreading false corruption accusations, leading to recent ED raids at 13 locations, which yielded no evidence. He also asked ED to hand over the properties if they existed.
Delhi's Chief Minister announced plans for permanent housing, employment, and market access for nomadic communities. She highlighted the government's efforts to address historical neglect and ensure access to essential services like education and healthcare. The CM urged community members to prepare necessary documentation for timely benefits from government schemes.
Cause of fire yet to be ascertained
Royal assets under dispute include forts, palatial buildings, hundreds of acres of land, jewellery, vintage cars and a huge bank balance
Writes to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan demanding an immediate and impartial investigation
The action was followed by a tip-off on August 29 when the Anti-Narcotics Cell apprehended a woman from Kalandra Colony, Bhalswa Dairy
Naveen alias Bhanja (25), a resident of Rohtak; and Anmol Kohli (26) from Ambala were wanted in a firing incident in Chhawla area on August 28
Traders in Sadar Bazar protested against US tariffs on Indian goods, citing significant financial losses and disrupted trade. They urged the US to reconsider its policy and requested the Indian government to ease GST and provide loan relief.