DELHI (national capital territory)

New Delhi: Shahzad Bhatti, a notorious gangster from Balochistan, Pakistan, once a close aide of the infamous Farooq Khokhar gang, is now reportedly operating an international terror and criminal module from Dubai with ISI support. Intelligence sources monitoring his activities say Bhatti is following a path similar to Dawood Ibrahim, aiming to establish an underworld network and instill fear. Modus Operandi and IntentBhatti’s operations include hawala transactions, contract killings, threats, weapons trafficking, and spreading terror via social media. With backing from the ISI, his current focus is to strengthen influence among Indian gangsters and recruit youth through online platforms. Past Ties with Lawrence BishnoiBorn in Pakistan, Shahzad Bhatti was once considered a close ally...

New Delhi: In a tragic incident late Saturday night, a Mercedes car ran over three people in Vasant Kunj North, resulting in the death of Rohit, who had moved to Delhi 10 months ago to support his family. Two others were injured in the accident. Rohit, hailing from Chamoli, Uttarakhand, came to Delhi with dreams in his eyes, determined to assist his father, Yashwant Bisht, a small-scale farmer. With limited resources and responsibilities including a younger brother, Chandan, and a sister, Rohit took up a job as a chef at Paul Restaurant in Ambience Mall, earning ₹15,000–17,000 per month. After meeting his daily expenses and rent, he sent the remainder home to support his family. Family in ShockSpeaking through tears, Rohit’s uncle, Balwant, said, “Rohit left home to help his family, ...

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...

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...

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/...

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...