DELHI (national capital territory)

The financial burden of electricity subsidies in Delhi is steadily increasing. Sources indicate that in the fiscal year 2025-26, the total expenditure on electricity subsidies by the Delhi government may exceed ₹4,000 crore. Initially, the government had allocated ₹3,849 crore for electricity subsidies this year. Additional ₹361 Crore Sought for Subsidy Payments The Power Department has requested an additional ₹361 crore in the revised budget to cover pending subsidy payments. Officials state that this extra amount is necessary to meet the outstanding dues. Over the past decade, spending on electricity subsidies has nearly tripled. This year’s initial allocation of ₹3,849 crore represents an increase of approximately ₹250 crore compared to the previous fiscal year, during which th...

Despite heavy spending on cleaning efforts, the Yamuna River in Delhi continues to face severe pollution. The central government informed Parliament that the main reasons behind the river’s deteriorating condition include untreated sewage discharge, delays in treatment plant projects, and insufficient waste recycling capacity. Delhi Jal Board Spends Over ₹5,500 Crore According to the Ministry of Water Resources, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has spent ₹5,536 crore over the past three years on Yamuna cleaning initiatives, but significant improvement remains elusive. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Water Resources, Raj Bhushan Chaudhary, stated that as of August 2025, 414 MLD (million liters per day) of sewage in Delhi remained untreated. Growing Waste and R...

In a significant consumer protection ruling, the State Consumer Commission has dismissed the appeal of a pharmaceutical company, upholding the decision of the District Consumer Commission that had penalized the firm for misleading advertising. Compensation Ordered for Misleading Promotion The District Commission had directed the company to pay ₹45,000 in compensation, including ₹5,000 for legal expenses, to a consumer from Pul Prahladpur, who had been misled by a promotional campaign claiming a chance to win a 25-gram gold or silver coin upon purchasing “Revital Capsules.” The consumer, believing in the advertisement, waited for years for the promised reward, enduring significant stress, mental anguish, and inconvenience. Company Failed to Provide Evidence The Delhi State Consu...

In a serious security alert, an IndiGo flight traveling from Kuwait to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai after authorities received a threatening email indicating the presence of a “human bomb” on board. The threat, received at Delhi Airport, was treated with utmost seriousness by airport officials. Emergency Landing and Security Measures The flight safely made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport, where stringent security protocols were immediately implemented. Special security teams and emergency responders were deployed, and authorities closely monitored the situation to ensure passenger safety. Details regarding the number of passengers on board have not yet been released. IndiGo Airlines has not issued an official statement on the incident. Previous Bomb Threats Highlight Ri...

Recent incidents in India have revealed cases of GPS spoofing affecting several flights. GPS spoofing involves sending false GPS signals to a device or vehicle, causing it to display an incorrect location. This can mislead pilots about their actual position during critical phases such as landing. Multiple Airports Affected According to Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, these incidents were reported not only at Delhi’s IGI Airport but also at six other major airports across the country, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Amritsar, and Chennai. Pilots faced GPS signal spoofing while attempting to land, raising serious safety concerns. At Delhi Airport, one of the four runways—Runway 28/10, specifically the Runway-10 side—was affected. Pilots reported that while approa...

New Delhi: The air pollution in Delhi-NCR remains severe, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuating between “Very Poor” and “Severe” levels. While a light breeze has brought minor relief to residents, the health risks associated with breathing the toxic air remain significant. Threat to Public HealthData released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) shows that most areas continue to experience hazardous air quality. People with respiratory conditions, as well as healthy individuals, face increased risks of discomfort and breathing difficulties. Ground Situation in Greater Noida and Surrounding AreasIn Greater Noida, the AQI stood at 292, placing it in the “Poor” category, with Knowledge Park-III recording 261 and Knowledge Park-V at 323. Authorities have issued health war...

New Delhi: A tragic accident late Saturday night in Vasant Kunj North has left a family shattered after a Mercedes SUV struck three people, killing Rohit (23) on the spot. Rohit, a chef at a restaurant inside Ambience Mall, was the sole earning member of his family and had been saving to open his own restaurant. Victim Was Family’s Only SupportRohit’s family, originally from Chamoli, Uttarakhand, expressed deep grief over losing their only hope for a better future. “He was our only support. Even that has been taken away from us,” said a relative. Rohit earned around ₹15,000 per month and consistently sent most of his earnings home to support his parents and siblings. Accident DetailsAccording to police, the incident occurred early Sunday on Nelson Mandela Marg near Ambience Mall. Roh...

New Delhi: The Special Cell of Delhi Police has arrested three terrorists connected to the international and interstate terror module run by Shahzad Bhatti, a gangster-turned-terrorist from Pakistan, backed by ISI. These operatives were involved in the November 25 grenade attack outside the City Police Station in Gurdaspur, Punjab. The arrested have been identified as Vikas Prajapati alias Bettu from Datia, Madhya Pradesh; Hargunpreet Singh from Firozpur, Punjab; and Asif from Machhmar village, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. Investigations recovered a semi-automatic pistol, 10 cartridges, mobile phones containing objectionable chats with Pakistani handlers, and reconnaissance videos of attack sites from them. Remote Recruitment via Social MediaSources revealed that Vikas Prajapati, previousl...

New Delhi: The tragic fire that broke out at a footwear shop in Tigri Extension on Saturday evening claimed the lives of four people. The shop owner, Satyendra alias Jimmy, and several members of his family were fortunately away from home at the time, narrowly escaping the blaze. Anita’s children, aged 11 and 15, were also attending tuition classes when the incident occurred. Two Victims Yet to Be IdentifiedWhile Anita’s sister, Mamta, survived after suffering severe burns and is undergoing treatment in hospital, the identities of two of the deceased victims remain unknown. Police suspect they were customers who had come to view footwear. It is believed that the victims may have been residents of the nearby area. Fire Investigation and Safety MeasuresThe ground floor of the building ...