DELHI (national capital territory)

New Delhi, Jan 31:The Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) has unveiled plans to beautify three prominent roundabouts in central Delhi, aiming to enhance the city’s aesthetics while providing modern public amenities. According to officials, the revamp will focus on landscaping, artistic features, and modern lighting at Filmistan Chowk, Jhandewalan Shakti Chowk, and Vir Chandra Garhwal Chowk. The DTTDC has floated a tender worth approximately Rs 9.89 crore for the project, with a completion timeline of three months. The proposed plan includes the development of landscaped lawns, the plantation of ornamental trees, shrubs, and seasonal flowering plants, and long-term maintenance of the green spaces. The project also envisions the installation of public ameni...

New Delhi, Jan 31: The Congress party on Saturday targeted the central government, accusing it of a lack of coordination in policy-making just days ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget. Party leaders raised concerns over whether key budget figures could be revised immediately after their release, given that new series of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Consumer Price Index (CPI) data are scheduled to be published shortly after the budget presentation. Congress communication chief and general secretary Jairam Ramesh highlighted the timing of the issue, noting that the Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27 is scheduled to be presented on Sunday, February 1. He questioned the rationale behind presenting budget estimates without first integrating the updated macroeconomic da...

New Delhi: In a significant move to restore the population of indigenous fish in the Yamuna River, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to take concrete steps. The order comes in response to declining numbers of native fish species, particularly in the stretch between Delhi and Mathura. NGT Issues DirectiveThe Principal Bench of the NGT, headed by Justice Prakash Srivastava along with expert member Dr. A. Senthil Vel, instructed that measures be taken to increase indigenous fish populations and control invasive species. A survey conducted by ICAR-CIFRI between 2020 and 2024 documented 126 fish species in the Yamuna. The report highlighted a decline in native species such as Katla, Rohu, Mahseer, and Eel. Survey Reveals Impact of Po...

NEW DELHI | January 31: An integrated approach combining Ayurveda, yoga and modern medical therapies is showing encouraging results in the treatment and rehabilitation of children with neurodevelopmental and neurological disorders, a senior official of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa, said on Saturday. The institute launched the PRAYAS Centre in November 2025, marking the establishment of a first-of-its-kind integrated paediatric neuro-rehabilitation facility in the country. The centre offers coordinated rehabilitation services aimed at improving the physical, cognitive and behavioural outcomes of affected children. According to the official, PRAYAS brings together traditional Ayurvedic interventions, therapeutic yoga practices and evidence-based modern medical care t...

New Delhi: A Delhi court has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) to provide security to a doctor who alleged that police personnel demanded a bribe from him. The court took note of the complainant’s claim that he was receiving repeated phone calls pressuring him to withdraw his complaint. Allegations of Intimidation and CoercionJudicial Magistrate First Class Satendra Pal Singh observed that the allegations indicated attempts to intimidate and threaten the complainant in order to force him to withdraw his bribery complaint against police officials. The court stated that if such allegations were found to be true, they would amount to interference with the administration of justice. Court Emphasises Police ResponsibilityThe order was passed on January 28 while hearing a c...

New Delhi: Every year, several children go missing in India, and some are lucky enough to reunite with their families. However, a startling report by the child rights organization Just Rights for Children (JRC) reveals that many children are trafficked into Delhi from other states and exploited for labor. Minors Brought to Delhi from Other StatesAccording to Ravi Kant, National Coordinator of JRC, between April 1, 2023, and January 29, 2026, 6,759 minors were rescued from trafficking in Delhi, including 2,134 girls and 3,281 boys. During this period, 2,407 human trafficking cases were registered in the capital. Most of the trafficked children were brought from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. Organized Gangs Active NationwideJRC’s network of over 250 partner organiza...

New Delhi: A 45-year-old man in Delhi is fighting for his life after self-administering HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) drugs based on advice from an AI platform—without consulting a doctor. The incident highlights the dangers of relying on AI for high-risk medical decisions. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome TriggeredMedical investigations revealed that the man developed Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a rare but potentially life-threatening drug reaction. The drugs he took are meant to prevent HIV infection after potential exposure and should only be taken under medical supervision. According to national guidelines, PEP must be started within 72 hours of exposure and discontinued if baseline HIV tests are negative. Sequence of EventsThe patient purchased a full 28-day course of PEP from a loc...

New Delhi: Delhi Police’s Special Cell has arrested Mohammad Moin Qureshi, accused of fatally shooting 24-year-old Faizan at ‘King Cafe’ in Kabir Nagar. The arrest followed an encounter in the Dheerpur-Timar Pur area on the morning of January 30. Qureshi was armed with a loaded semi-automatic pistol and sustained a gunshot wound to his leg during the operation. Crime and Confession on InstagramOn the night of January 23, Faizan, a resident of Welcome, was shot multiple times inside his cafe in the presence of witnesses. The next day, 23-year-old Qureshi posted a video on Instagram confessing to the murder before going underground and later deleting the post. CCTV footage and police investigation confirmed his identity, leading to a focused surveillance operation on Qureshi and his assoc...

New Delhi: In a major step to make Delhi cleaner and reduce pollution, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a one-time financial assistance of ₹500 crore to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The fund aims to strengthen the city’s sanitation system, improve waste management, and support minor road repairs. Government Commitment to Long-Term SupportCM Gupta also stated that to ensure sustainable improvements, the government will continue to provide annual assistance of ₹300 crore to MCD. On Friday, during a high-level review meeting chaired by the Chief Minister, a copy of the official order releasing the ₹500 crore was handed over to the MCD Mayor. Officials Present at the MeetingThe meeting was attended by Delhi’s Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood, MCD Mayor Raja Iqb...

New Delhi: Residents of Delhi are advised to brace for rain and thunderstorms over the next two days, accompanied by dense morning fog. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for both days. Current Weather ConditionsOn Saturday, Delhi experienced bright sunshine in the morning, with the maximum temperature reaching 22.6°C, slightly above the normal by 0.5°C, and a minimum temperature of 7.7°C, 0.7°C below normal. Humidity levels ranged from 83% to 100%. Forecast for Today (31 January)The IMD predicts thunderstorms, strong winds, and light rain in the evening. Morning hours will witness moderate to dense fog, and wind speeds could reach 30–40 km/h. Forecast for Tomorrow (1 February)Dense fog will continue in the morning, with light rain accompanied by g...