DELHI (national capital territory)

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...

New Delhi: Delhi’s ongoing campaign against the illegal extraction of groundwater has hit an unusual roadblock. Authorities are unable to trace 153 illegal borewells due to inaccurate records. Incorrect addresses, names, and mobile numbers have made it difficult to seal these borewells, according to the latest report submitted by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) to the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Over 20,000 Illegal Borewells Identified in DelhiThe report states that the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) had identified 20,297 illegal borewells across the capital. Of these, 15,962 borewells have been sealed by district authorities, and 3,875 borewells have been voluntarily shut down by their owners. However, due to incorrect or missing information, 153 borewells remain untraceable. Co...

New Delhi: The Delhi government’s Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC) Scheme, launched to clear pending water bills under CM Rekha Gupta, appears to have been hampered by administrative inefficiencies. Announced in September 2025, the scheme has benefited only 22.54% of eligible consumers even after four months. Due to outdated systems and lack of basic facilities, the government has now been compelled to extend the scheme’s duration. Scheme Details and Outstanding DuesOut of 29 lakh Delhi Jal Board (DJB) consumers, around 14.68 lakh had pending bills spanning several years, totaling ₹16,068 crore—including ₹5,057 crore principal and ₹11,011 crore arrears (interest). The main consumer complaints were regarding incorrect or average billing. To provide relief, Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh...

New Delhi: Relief for Delhi Jal Board (DJB) consumers as the Delhi government has extended the ‘Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC) Scheme’ for pending water bills until 15 August 2026. Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh announced the extension on Friday, citing requests from public representatives and Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs). Interest Waiver for ConsumersThe government acknowledged that due to system inefficiencies and staff shortages, many consumers were unable to pay their bills on time. Under the new deadline, domestic category consumers will receive a 100% waiver on late payment surcharges (interest) for pending bills. A similar announcement for non-domestic consumers is expected soon. Installment Option for High DuesApproximately 87,000 consumers in the high-bill categ...

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated a state-of-the-art Electric Receiving Sub-Station (RSS) at Park Street, near the Central Vista project, on Friday. The modern sub-station will ensure uninterrupted power supply to key Delhi Metro routes, enhancing the reliability of metro services and supporting future network expansions. The project marks a significant step toward transforming Delhi into a smart city. The Chief Minister highlighted that the sub-station, equipped with advanced technologies, was reconstructed in just 18 months—a remarkable achievement. During the inauguration, she reviewed the station’s technical operations and discussed its functioning with officials. Uninterrupted Metro ServicesCM Gupta emphasized that the sub-station has been designed to preve...