DELHI (national capital territory)

New Delhi: Delhi Police are planning to take gangster Anmol Bishnoi, brother of notorious criminal Lawrence Bishnoi, on production remand in connection with extortion and firing cases. Authorities also intend to collect his voice sample for forensic analysis to confirm if he was behind threatening calls. Anmol is currently on remand with the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Background of the CaseAnmol, deported from the United States on 19 November, has been under NIA custody for 11 days. Police revealed that an international number sent threatening voice messages to a resident of Hari Nagar Ashram, Siddharth Enclave, on 23–24 March 2023, demanding a ransom of ₹2 crore in Lawrence Bishnoi’s name. When the money was not paid, two masked men fired five rounds outside the victim’s hous...

New Delhi: In a remarkable act of courage and love, an 11-year-old boy from Sultanpur district was saved by his mother at Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, after being admitted in critical condition with severely slowed breathing. Doctors managed to revive him following a cardiac arrest, revealing the urgent need for a kidney transplant to save his life. This operation marks the hospital’s first pediatric kidney transplant. Life-Saving Procedure Amid Critical ConditionThe child was diagnosed with bilateral hypodysplastic kidneys, a rare and serious kidney disorder. He had been under dialysis care for over a year after being first admitted with the same condition. Recognizing the urgency, his 35-year-old mother made the courageous decision to donate her kidney, giving her son a new lease on li...

New Delhi: With tomato prices soaring across Delhi and other parts of India, the National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation of India (NCCF) has launched a subsidized sale of tomatoes in several areas of the capital starting Tuesday, providing relief to consumers. Under the initiative, ‘Janah’ brand tomatoes are available at ₹52 per kilogram, significantly lower than the retail market rates of ₹60–80/kg caused by disrupted supply due to recent rains. In addition to tomatoes, onions are being sold at ₹15 per kilogram under the Government of India’s Market Intervention Scheme, ensuring the availability of essential food items at affordable rates. To make these essential commodities accessible, NCCF has deployed mobile vans and retail outlets across key locations in Delhi-NCR, including ...

New Delhi: Shocking revelations have emerged during the investigation into the recent protest against pollution at India Gate. Police have seized 23 mobile phones from participants, which have now been sent for forensic examination. According to police sources, the protest that escalated into a law-and-order situation on Sunday evening was not spontaneous. Evidence suggests that a special group was formed a week earlier to organize and plan the demonstration. Additionally, the FIR filed at the Kartavyapath police station includes provisions under Section 197 of the BNS Act. Investigation DetailsPolice statements indicate that the protest had specific coordination. Videos surfaced showing slogans in support of Maoist commander Madvi Hidma, prompting 12–15 people to counter-protest nea...

New Delhi: The iconic Red Fort in Delhi will remain closed to the public from 5th to 14th December, as authorities prepare to host the 20th session of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. The decision was announced by the Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India on Tuesday evening. This marks the first time that India will host a session dedicated to the protection of intangible cultural heritage. Over 1,000 delegates from more than 24 countries are expected to participate in the high-level international event, which will focus on safeguarding cultural heritage worldwide and strengthening global cooperation. Closure DetailsThe UNESCO session will take place inside the Red Fort from 8th to 13th December, requiring...

New Delhi: The air quality in Delhi remained in the “Very Poor” category for the 12th consecutive day, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 353 on Tuesday. Experts have warned that ash clouds from a volcanic eruption in Ethiopia could further aggravate pollution levels in the region. Vehicle emissions continue to be the largest contributor to Delhi’s air pollution. According to the Air Quality Early Warning System, Delhi’s air quality is expected to remain very poor from 26 to 28 November, with levels fluctuating between “Severe” and “Very Poor” over the next six days. On Tuesday, the 24-hour average AQI stood at 352, compared to 382 on Monday, yet the city continues to struggle with deteriorating air conditions. Ethiopian Volcano Adds to Pollution Woes The Dhala v...

New Delhi: In a shocking incident in Dwarka’s Bindapur area, Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly looting gold jewelry from an 86-year-old woman. The accused reportedly entered the elderly woman’s home under the pretext of renting a room. Among those arrested were two women, one young man, and his friend. All Stolen Jewelry RecoveredPolice successfully recovered all the stolen items, including a pair of gold bangles, a pair of gold earrings, and a gold ring. The incident took place on the afternoon of 14 November, when a PCR call reported that two women and two men had forcibly entered the house and snatched the jewelry from the elderly woman. Investigation LaunchedGiven the severity of the crime, a special police team was formed, comprising SI Sandeep, HC Neeraj...

New Delhi: Air pollution in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) has escalated to alarming levels, severely affecting daily life and public health. For the past 24 consecutive days, the region has been enveloped in hazardous air quality, with several areas reporting an Air Quality Index (AQI) above 400, placing the pollution levels in the ‘Severe’ category. Critical AQI Levels Across Delhi and NCRMonitoring data from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicate dangerously high pollution levels. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 400, Ashok Vihar 385, Bawana 389, Delhi Technological University 396, and Wazirpur also displayed similar critical levels. Other severely affected areas include P...

New Delhi: In a historic move to bolster India’s cybersecurity ecosystem, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the Cyber Security Innovation Challenge (CSIC) 1.0 under the Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA) project. The launch event featured the unveiling of a concept video, the CSIC website, a registration portal, and the official rulebook, presented by MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan. Enhancing Technological CapabilitiesDuring the launch, S. Krishnan emphasized the need for a two-pronged national cybersecurity strategy, highlighting awareness about emerging threats and strengthening technological capabilities. He noted that CSIC 1.0 addresses both objectives by exposing students to real-world cybersecurity challenges. The initiative ...

New Delhi: The national capital continues to grapple with severe air pollution, and the situation is further complicated by multiple vacancies in the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC). The lack of staff is hampering the effective implementation of pollution control policies, experts say. Staff Shortages Affect Policy ImplementationResidents and environmental activists have raised concerns that the DPCC is unable to fully enforce its policies due to the shortage of technical personnel. Several key positions, including Environmental Engineers and Scientists, remain vacant, reducing the agency’s operational capacity. DPCC Issues Recruitment NotificationIn response, the DPCC has issued a notification to fill vacant positions on a deputation and short-term contract basis. The posts...