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Congress MP Moves Adjournment Motion in Lok Sabha, Demands Halt to SIR Process

1Dec

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Congress MP Moves Adjournment Motion in Lok Sabha, Demands Halt to SIR Process

New Delhi: On the first day of the Winter Session of Parliament, Congress MP Manickam Tagore submitted an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha on Monday, demanding the immediate suspension of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in 12 states and Union Territories. Tagore described the process as an “unprecedented crisis” and raised serious concerns over its implementation. Allegations Against Election CommissionIn his notice, Tagore criticized the Election Commission for implementing the SIR process unilaterally, without consultation with teachers, state authorities, or consideration for public difficulties. He alleged that the process was sudden, coercive, and highly stressful for Booth Level Officers (BLOs), forcing them to work day and night. Several BLOs reportedly co...

Delhi to Receive Additional 113.5 MGD Raw Water from Himachal via Haryana

1Dec

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Delhi to Receive Additional 113.5 MGD Raw Water from Himachal via Haryana

New Delhi: Delhi is set to receive an additional 113.5 million gallons per day (MGD) of raw water from Himachal Pradesh, which could help bridge the city’s current shortfall of 250 MGD. The decision comes after long-standing delays in operationalizing water-sharing agreements with neighboring states. Discussions at Yamuna Review MeetingAccording to Delhi government sources, the matter was discussed at the recent Yamuna Review Committee meeting. Himachal Pradesh has agreed, as per previous agreements, to release 113.5 MGD of water for Delhi’s use. Officials noted that technical formalities are nearly complete, and water supply to the capital is expected soon. Delhi’s Current Water ScenarioDelhi currently receives approximately 1,000 MGD of water against a demand of 1,250 MGD, leaving ...

Delhi: Man Shot Dead in Aya Nagar Amid Rising Tensions

1Dec

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Delhi: Man Shot Dead in Aya Nagar Amid Rising Tensions

New Delhi: The quiet of Sunday morning in Aya Nagar was shattered by the sound of gunfire as masked assailants in a car murdered 55-year-old Ratan Lohia, who was on his way to a local dairy. The incident, reportedly stemming from a long-standing family feud, has triggered tension in the area, prompting police to heighten security. Details of the ShootingAccording to DCP Ankit Chauhan, police received a distress call at around 6:25 AM reporting shots fired in the Aya Nagar area. Upon arrival, officers discovered Ratan’s lifeless body riddled with bullets. The attackers reportedly fired 60–70 rounds before fleeing the scene. Sources indicate that this murder is connected to a previous killing six months ago at CDR Chowk, Chhatarpur, where Ratan’s son Deepak, currently in jail, allegedl...

Delhi-Narela Industrial Area: Car Hits Tree, One Woman Dead, Five Injured

1Dec

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Delhi-Narela Industrial Area: Car Hits Tree, One Woman Dead, Five Injured

New Delhi: In the early hours of Sunday, a high-speed car crashed into a tree near Narela Industrial Area, leaving one woman dead and five others injured. All occupants of the vehicle were reportedly returning home after attending an event. Details of the AccidentAccording to Outer North DCP Hareeshwar Swami, the police received a call at approximately 5:14 AM reporting the accident near Ghoga Crossing on Narela-Bawana Road. On reaching the site, officers found a Haryana-registered Froxx car collided with a roadside tree. Eyewitness Sanjeev informed the police immediately after witnessing the crash. All occupants were rushed to the hospital, where the woman, identified as Jyoti from Kundli, Sonipat, was declared dead. The other injured are undergoing treatment at Saroj Hospital, Pita...

Delhi-NCR Air Quality Records Best Improvement in 8 Years; Relief for Residents

1Dec

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Delhi-NCR Air Quality Records Best Improvement in 8 Years; Relief for Residents

New Delhi: Delhi-NCR has witnessed the most significant improvement in air quality in the past eight years, excluding the COVID-19 lockdown period. From January to November 2025, the average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 187, marking a notable decline compared to previous years. According to official data, the number of severely polluted days has also decreased. Only three days this year saw AQI crossing 400, compared to 11 days in 2024, 12 days in 2023, and 17 days in 2021. Moreover, no day in 2025 recorded AQI above 450. Decline in Particulate Matter LevelsThe average PM2.5 level in Delhi was 85 µg/m³, the lowest since 2018 and comparable to 2020 levels. By comparison, PM2.5 levels were 98 in 2024, 90 in 2023, 95 in 2021, and 103 in 2018. The PM10 average also dropped to 183 µg/...

Delhi: Two Arrested After Knife and Scissors Attack Over Scooter Dispute

29Nov

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Delhi: Two Arrested After Knife and Scissors Attack Over Scooter Dispute

New Delhi: A violent dispute over moving a scooter in Seelampur turned brutal when two young men attacked 19-year-old Bhavy Garg, his 73-year-old grandfather, Chiman Lal, and a neighbor, shopkeeper Chirag Goyal, with a knife and scissors. Bhavy Garg sustained serious injuries in the assault. Arrest MadeFollowing the incident, the victims were admitted to Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital for treatment. Seelampur police registered a case under charges including attempt to murder and arrested the two accused, identified as 19-year-olds Mujammil and Farman, residents of Seelampur’s slum area. Incident DetailsAccording to police, the incident occurred on the night of 27 November at around 9:20 PM. Bhavy Garg was at his grandfather’s shop when he asked two young men sitting on a scooter near t...

DDA’s 6-Storey Zonal Building in Rohini Declared Fire Hazard; NOC Cancelled

29Nov

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DDA’s 6-Storey Zonal Building in Rohini Declared Fire Hazard; NOC Cancelled

New Delhi: The six-storey zonal office of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) at Madhuban Chowk, Rohini, has been flagged for serious fire safety lapses. Following an inspection, the Fire Department has refused to issue the No Objection Certificate (NOC), warning that the building is completely unsafe until deficiencies are addressed. Inspection Reveals Multiple ShortcomingsDuring a routine fire safety inspection, the Deputy Chief Fire Officer identified several critical safety issues in the building. The DDA had applied for a fire NOC through its Assistant Engineer, but the fire team found that the building lacked essential fire escape routes and safety measures. The Deputy Chief Fire Officer clearly stated that the NOC cannot be granted until all identified shortcomings are recti...

Man Slaps Neighbor, Then Stabs Him Over Dispute in Welcome Area; Police Register Attempted Murder Case

29Nov

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Man Slaps Neighbor, Then Stabs Him Over Dispute in Welcome Area; Police Register Attempted Murder Case

New Delhi: In a violent incident in Delhi’s Welcome area, a man allegedly slapped his neighbor, and when questioned about the attack, stabbed him in the chest. The victim narrowly escaped with his life, and the police have registered an attempted murder case. Incident DetailsThe victim, 30-year-old Mohammad Imran, resides with his family in Seelampur. According to police, Imran had been beaten a few days earlier by the accused, Samad, and his accomplices over unpaid liquor dues. On 21 November, around 7 PM, Imran was returning home from work in Noida when he encountered Samad in the lane near his house. When Imran asked Samad the reason for the earlier assault, the accused allegedly became enraged, drew a knife from his waist, and stabbed Imran on the left side of his chest while thr...

Delhi Pollution Takes a U-Turn: AQI Crosses 350 as Air Quality Worsens

29Nov

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Delhi Pollution Takes a U-Turn: AQI Crosses 350 as Air Quality Worsens

New Delhi: Delhi’s pollution levels remain alarming as the Air Quality Index (AQI) once again crossed 350 on Friday. Although stronger winds during the afternoon offered brief relief, several areas in the capital recorded AQI levels above 400, raising health concerns for residents. Air Quality OverviewAccording to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s AQI was 369 on Friday, with a morning peak of 381 at 9 AM. Afternoon winds helped slightly reduce pollution levels, but the overall air quality remains in the “very poor” category. Hotspots Across the CapitalSeveral localities recorded critically high AQI levels, including: Rohini: 418 RK Puram: 416 Punjabi Bagh: 408 Nehru Nagar: 415 Mundka: 417 Jahangirpuri: 409 Dwarka Sector-8: 419 Ashok Vihar: 4...

No Fog or Rain in Delhi This November: Experts Explain the Unusual Weather

29Nov

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No Fog or Rain in Delhi This November: Experts Explain the Unusual Weather

New Delhi: Despite an early start to winter this year, Delhi has experienced neither fog nor significant cold. Residents have even felt warmth in the afternoon sun, raising questions about the city’s unusual weather patterns. Experts say that winter in Delhi is normally influenced by two factors: rainfall and fog. Both have been largely absent this November. Weather DataOn Friday, the maximum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 25.9°C, slightly below the seasonal average by 0.1°C. The minimum temperature was 11.1°C, which is 2.2°C lower than normal. Humidity levels ranged between 46% and 100%. Fog Missing This SeasonTypically, Delhi experiences fog on 12 days in November, 19 days in December, and 21 days in January, along with about 6 mm of rainfall in November. However, this year, ...