DELHI (national capital territory)

New Delhi: In a major boost to Delhi’s public healthcare infrastructure, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that 187 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs will become fully operational across the capital by next month. The initiative aims to ensure accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare for every resident of Delhi, aligning with the principles of “Time to Care” and the goal of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Addressing the media, CM Gupta stated that the Delhi government will no longer operate its health centers in rented premises, as the administration now has adequate space to establish Arogya Mandirs across the city. “As of now, treatment has already started in 168 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, and by December, all 187 centers will be inaugurated,” she said. Healthcare Closer to Every Hom...

? Bengaluru/New Delhi: A shocking video from Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Jail has gone viral, exposing inmates singing, dancing, and partying through the night. The incident has triggered outrage across Karnataka, raising serious questions about the administration and security of one of the state’s most high-profile prisons. The latest clips emerged just a day after an earlier video revealed that several high-risk inmates — including an ISIS recruiter, a serial rapist, and a convicted murderer — were enjoying VIP privileges inside the jail. The scandal has snowballed into a major political controversy, prompting the state government to order a high-level probe. Inmates Partying All Night with Alcohol and Music According to an India Today report, officials initially c...

New Delhi: A significant security breach has been reported at Indira Gandhi International Airport, raising serious concerns about airport safety protocols. A British national, Fitz Patrick, arriving from Bangkok, managed to leave the airport without completing mandatory immigration formalities. The incident occurred on October 28, when Patrick arrived in Delhi and reportedly missed his connecting flight to London. Authorities are currently investigating his travel itinerary. During a routine check on October 29, immigration officials noticed Patrick’s absence and immediately informed the police. Preliminary investigations reveal that Patrick bypassed the arrival immigration e-visa area and exited the terminal, heading into the city. CCTV footage confirms the breach, and authorities are ...

Here’s a professional and impactful English version suitable for newspaper publication: Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to Visit Suttur Mutt, Karnataka; Third State Tour in a Week Vice President CP Radhakrishnan is set to visit Karnataka on Sunday, marking his third state tour within a week. Earlier, he visited Kerala on November 3–4 and Chhattisgarh on November 5. Key Events in KarnatakaDuring his Karnataka visit, the Vice President will participate in several significant programs. In Hassan, he will attend a commemorative event at Shravanabelagola in memory of Acharya Sri 108 Shanti Sagar Maharaj, paying homage to the revered monk. This event marks the centenary of Acharya Shanti Sagar Maharaj’s first visit to Shravanabelagola in 1925. VP Radhakrishnan will also take part...

”** New Delhi: The Sanatan Hindu Ekta Padyatra led by Acharya Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, the Peethadheeshwar of Bageshwar Dham, continued for the second consecutive day in Delhi on Saturday. The spiritual leader, addressing an ocean of devotees, declared that the march represents Hindu unity and asserted that “India will definitely become a Hindu Rashtra.” The padyatra began on Friday from Adya Katyayani Shaktipeeth Temple in Chhatarpur, South Delhi, and will culminate on November 16 at the Shri Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan. “We Will Not Stop Until India Becomes a Hindu Nation” During his address on the second day of the march, Dhirendra Krishna Shastri said, “This Sanatan Padyatra has started with seven sacred vows. It is a journey for Hindu unity. The people of India ...

Delhi begins pilot project offering doorstep parcel and speed post booking without extra charges By Ram Tripathi | New Delhi:In a major step toward customer convenience, the India Post Department has launched a new initiative allowing citizens to send parcels and speed posts directly from their homes or workplaces—without visiting the post office. Under this pilot project, “Mobile Parcel Booking Vans” will visit residential and business locations to collect consignments without any additional charge. Delhi Circle Begins Pilot Run The Delhi Postal Circle has rolled out the service on a trial basis in the West Division, operating daily between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Depending on the outcome, the facility will soon be expanded across the national capital. These specially designed vans tr...

New Delhi: In a significant development following the tragic fire at Rau’s Coaching Centre in Old Rajinder Nagar that claimed three students’ lives in July 2024, Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena has approved disciplinary proceedings against two senior officers of the Delhi Fire Service. The officials are accused of negligence, procedural lapses, and concealing crucial facts related to fire safety compliance. Two Senior Fire Officers Under Scanner Action has been sanctioned against Divisional Officer Ved Pal and Assistant Divisional Officer Uday Veer Singh, both Group A officers of the Delhi Fire Department. The inquiry found that the officials failed to take adequate preventive measures, ignored safety norms during inspections, and submitted incomplete or misleading reports rega...

New Delhi: In a landmark move to promote Delhi as a global event destination, the city’s iconic heritage monuments may soon host weddings and private cultural functions. The Delhi government is preparing a policy that will allow citizens to book select historical sites — including Ghalib Ki Haveli, Dara Shikoh Library (Kashmiri Gate), and Mutiny Memorial (Northern Ridge) — for weddings and special events under a new initiative. Historic Sites to Open for Private Events According to officials, the plan is still in its early phase, with discussions underway on how to balance heritage conservation with cultural and private use. Authorities are evaluating various aspects — including booking procedures, rental charges, safety norms, and ways to protect monuments from damage during events....

New Delhi: The family of UPSC aspirant Ramkesh Meena, who was brutally murdered in Delhi’s Gandhi Vihar (Timarpur) area, has broken its silence for the first time — dismissing the “blackmail” theory and calling the killing a well-planned conspiracy. In an exclusive conversation with NBT, the family said that several media narratives surrounding the murder are misleading. “If blackmailing was really the motive, Amrita (the prime accused) had multiple chances to destroy or take away the so-called ‘hard disk’ well before the murder,” a family member said. Family Claims Murder Was Pre-Planned According to the family, Amrita had been with Ramkesh since October 4, a day before the murder. “If she wanted the hard disk, she could have easily stolen it anytime during those two days,” they ...