DELHI (national capital territory)

New Delhi: Delhi and the NCR region will remain under cloudy skies today, with residents feeling the chill from persistent cold winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for rain on Saturday, January 31, and Sunday, February 1, with light showers expected over the weekend. The wet spell is likely to continue until February 2, after which clear skies are expected from February 3. Strong winds will accompany the rainfall, though precipitation is expected to be light. Current Weather ConditionsOn Thursday, the capital saw the sun emerge briefly around 1 PM, providing some relief after a cold morning dominated by dense clouds. The maximum temperature reached 17.9°C, which is 4.2°C below normal, while the minimum temperature was 11°C, 2.6°C above normal. Humi...

New Delhi: The Delhi Police have issued a special traffic advisory for Friday, January 30, on the occasion of Shaheed Diwas. Authorities have announced that Raj Ghat and surrounding areas will witness heavy crowds due to official commemorative events. Commuters are advised to avoid affected roads from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and opt for public transportation wherever possible. Officials have warned that vehicles attempting to navigate the congested routes may face delays, and patients traveling to hospitals should plan alternative routes. Parking is permitted only at designated areas, and roadside or unauthorized parking should be strictly avoided. Citizens are urged to report any suspicious objects or individuals to 112. Commuters are also advised to plan their journeys in advance and stay...

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Thursday acquitted Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena in a 25-year-old defamation case filed by social activist Medha Patkar, stating that Patkar had failed to substantiate her allegations. The verdict was delivered by First Class Judicial Magistrate Raghav Sharma. The case, dating back to 2000, arose after Patkar filed a lawsuit against Saxena for publishing advertisements she claimed were defamatory. In March 2025, the court had rejected Patkar’s plea to summon additional witnesses, observing that it appeared to be a deliberate attempt to delay proceedings rather than a genuine need. Background of the Legal DisputeThe legal battle between Patkar and Saxena spans over two decades. Patkar’s suit accused Saxena and the ‘Narmada Bachao Andolan’ (NBA) of publishin...

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the two-day ‘Shakti Samvaad: Capacity Building and Training’ program organized by the National Commission for Women (NCW) at Bharat Mandapam on Thursday. Addressing chairpersons, members, and officials of women’s commissions from across India, CM Gupta emphasized women’s empowerment, safety, economic self-reliance, and leadership roles in decision-making. NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Women and Child Development B. Radhika Chakravarti, and other commission members were also present. Commending the initiative for promoting legal awareness, grievance redressal, policy consultation, and capacity building, CM Gupta said such programs instill courage and confidence in millions of daughters acro...

In a shocking incident, Delhi Police Special Cell commando Kajal passed away on Tuesday morning at a private hospital in Ghaziabad. Kajal had been critically injured days earlier when her husband, Ankur Chaudhary, allegedly attacked her with an iron dumbbell, repeatedly striking her head against a door frame, leaving her with severe head injuries. The tragic assault occurred at their residence in Dwarka Mor, South-West Delhi. Kajal was initially admitted to a private hospital near Dwarka, where doctors declared her brain dead. On January 25, she was shifted to another private hospital in Nehru Nagar, Ghaziabad, where she succumbed to her injuries around 6 a.m. on Tuesday. Family Reveals Disturbing Details Speaking to Hindustan Times, Kajal’s brother, Nikhil, revealed chilling deta...

New Delhi:A disturbing picture of childhood distress has emerged from police records in the national capital, revealing that emotional neglect, academic pressure and lack of parental warmth are forcing children as young as eight to twelve years to leave their homes. According to official police data, 6,555 children in this age group went missing in Delhi over the past 11 years. While 6,166 were eventually traced, 389 children remain unaccounted for, highlighting a deeply concerning social issue. Boys Outnumber Girls The data shows a significant gender gap. Of the total missing children, 4,547 were boys, while 2,008 were girls. Among the children still untraced, 257 are boys and 132 are girls. The highest number of untraced cases — 82 children — was recorded in 2025, followed by...

New Delhi: The Delhi Assembly is set to provide opportunities for young researchers and professionals by appointing over 100 fellows and assistant fellows. These appointees will assist Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and the Assembly Secretariat in research, report preparation, and policy-making activities. Fellows for MLAs and Secretariat:Each MLA will be assigned a fellow to support legislative work, including research, report drafting, and policy analysis. In addition, approximately 35 fellows will be appointed to the Assembly Secretariat to assist committees and broader research tasks. The Assembly had earlier attempted a similar recruitment in July 2023, but the process was canceled due to lack of approval at the highest level and procedural issues. Focus on Merit and...

New Delhi: Commuters in Delhi Metro have recently faced difficulties obtaining new smart cards, prompting several complaints. Many passengers took to social media platform X to report that new metro cards were unavailable at several stations. Complaints from Passengers:One passenger asked why new metro cards were not available at Ballabhgarh and Noida Electronic City stations. Another reported being asked to purchase an Airtel-branded card instead when requesting a metro card at Chawri Bazar station. Similar issues were reported at Badarpur station, where staff informed commuters that certain cards were no longer being issued. Government’s NCMC Initiative Behind the Change:Responding to the complaints, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) clarified that the changes are part of the...

New Delhi: Delhi has officially implemented the Delhi Food Security Rules 2025, bringing major changes to the ration card system. Ration cards will no longer be issued on a “first-come, first-served” basis. Instead, committees at the district level will determine quotas based on population, ensuring that genuinely needy residents receive benefits. Government Decision:Previously, Delhi did not have a district-wise quota for ration cards. Cards were issued to applicants meeting minimum eligibility criteria, often favoring those who applied early. Under the new rules, quotas will be set according to the district’s population until the next census. A committee, headed by the District Magistrate, will review applications to prioritize those most in need. Addressing Existing Gaps:Delhi cur...

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has taken a strict stand against encroachments and traffic violations in the Chandni Chowk area. The court has decided to form a committee that will monitor the situation on a daily basis. The move came after the Chandni Chowk All Traders’ Association petitioned the court, urging immediate action against traffic violations and illegal activities in the area. Traders’ Association Demands:The association highlighted that despite the area being designated as a non-motorized zone, a large number of vehicles continue to operate there. They also raised concerns over fines being settled in Lok Adalats, which undermines enforcement. Currently, a fine of ₹20,000 is reduced to ₹200 in Lok Adalats, leading to widespread disregard for traffic rules. Court’s Dec...