DELHI (national capital territory)

New Delhi: Delhi-NCR is witnessing a gradual rise in temperatures, giving residents a warmer feel after days of winter chill. Meanwhile, the hill states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand continue to experience chances of rain and snowfall. Delhi-NCR Weather OutlookThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mostly clear skies in Delhi-NCR from February 10 to 13, though light morning fog may persist. The maximum temperature in the capital is expected to reach 26°C, while the minimum could drop to 11°C. City-wise Temperature Forecast for February 11, 2026 CityMax TempMin TempDelhi26°C11°CMumbai33°C20°CKolkata29°C15°CChennai31°C20°CLucknow27°C11°CPatna26°C14°CRanchi25°C10°CBhopal29°C13°CJaipur27°C12°CShimla16°C04°CNainital18°C07°C Rain and Snow AlertsIMD predicts rain...

New Delhi: Open pits and uncovered manholes in Delhi continue to pose serious risks, claiming yet another life. A 32-year-old man died after falling into an open sewer near the Mahashakti Kali Mandir in Rohini Sector-32. The deceased has been identified as Birju Kumar Rai, a migrant laborer from Samastipur, Bihar. According to reports, the incident occurred late Monday night when Birju lost his balance while returning home and fell into the uncovered drain. His friend, Budhan Das (alias Suraj), who was with him, reportedly did not inform anyone immediately due to both being under the influence of alcohol. Police Response and Rescue OperationThe Delhi Police received information about the missing youth at around 2:36 PM on Tuesday, alerting them to a possible fall into a sewer. Upon a...

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has granted Delhi University (DU) additional time to file an objection in the ongoing case concerning the disclosure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s undergraduate degree. The bench of Justices D.K. Upadhyay and Tejas Karia allowed DU three weeks to raise objections over the delay in filing an appeal against the August 2025 order that denied public access to details of the Prime Minister’s degree. The next hearing has been scheduled for April 27, 2026. Arguments in CourtAdditional Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing DU, argued that the case “lacks merit” and “appears to be aimed at sensationalism.” He requested time both to address the delay in filing the appeal and to submit responses regarding the merits of the case. The petitioners’ law...

New Delhi: In a shocking daylight robbery, criminals made off with ₹80 lakh in the Shastri Park area of Northeast Delhi, leaving authorities scrambling for leads. The perpetrators reportedly carried out the heist at gunpoint, and police have yet to trace them. According to officials, police teams are meticulously investigating the suspects’ entry and exit routes, deploying multiple units across the area. Authorities claim that the culprits are likely to be apprehended soon. How the Robbery UnfoldedThe incident occurred on Monday afternoon around 3:30 PM, when the Shastri Park police received a distress call about a robbery in progress. On arrival, officers learned from two employees of a money transfer company that three assailants on a motorcycle stopped their scooter at gunpoint. T...

New Delhi, February 10, 2026: The Central Government is considering taking action regarding the non-allocation of nearly 48,000 flats built for the poor by the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi. Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar stated on Monday that the government would look into suggestions for an investigation into the matter. These flats were constructed in 2012 under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM), a scheme supported by both the central and state governments. Flats Largely Unallocated, Many Unfit for LivingDuring a supplementary question session in the Rajya Sabha, Minister Khattar expressed surprise that the flats, intended for the poor, were largely not allotted. Only a few flats were distributed, while many others had deteriorat...

New Delhi, February 10, 2026: The Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), Delhi, has achieved a remarkable medical milestone by performing a kidney transplant without putting the patient under general anesthesia. The procedure, conducted under epidural anesthesia, kept the patient awake while ensuring a safer and lower-risk surgery. Patient Had Long-Standing Kidney IssuesThe 42-year-old patient from Delhi had been suffering from kidney failure for several years and was on regular dialysis. The patient also had pre-existing conditions affecting the heart and other organs. Given the high risks associated with general anesthesia, the medical team decided to proceed with the transplant while keeping the patient awake. The donor kidney was provided by the patient’s mother. Targete...

New Delhi, February 10, 2026: Marking the first anniversary of the BJP government led by Delhi CM Reekha Gupta, the administration is set to launch four special initiatives for women. A grand event will be held at Indira Gandhi Stadium on February 19, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah also in attendance. Free Cylinder Scheme for Delhi ResidentsAs part of the celebrations, the government will implement a Free Cylinder Scheme recently approved in the cabinet for Holi and Diwali. Before Holi, the cost of one LPG cylinder, ₹853, will be directly credited to the bank accounts of ration card holders, benefiting around 17.5 lakh families. Launch of “Lakhpati Bitiya” SchemeOn the same day, the Lakhpati Bitiya scheme will be rolled out, offering interest-free loans to women to start business...

New Delhi, February 10, 2026: Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah’s campaign for a drug-free India, the Delhi Police has pledged to make the capital city drug-free by 2027. Under the supervision of Police Commissioner Satish Golcha, the force is working relentlessly through enforcement, awareness, and community engagement to curb the misuse of drugs. Workshop with Education DirectorateAs part of this initiative, the police, in collaboration with the Education Directorate, Delhi Government, organized a workshop-cum-awareness program on the misuse of drugs at the Adarsh Auditorium, Police Headquarters, Jai Singh Road on Monday. Over 300 physical education teachers, instructors, and National Service Scheme (NSS) program officers from various schools partici...

New Delhi, February 10, 2026: Delhi is rapidly adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as part of its efforts to reduce pollution, but a shortage of charging infrastructure is posing a significant challenge to this green mobility drive. Huge Gap Between Demand and SupplyAccording to the latest State Action Plan submitted by the Delhi government to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), the city currently has 8,008 EV charging points as of December 31, 2025. However, the actual requirement stands at 36,177 points, leaving a gap of 27,373 charging stations. Even with plans to double the number of points by the end of 2026, the supply will remain far below demand. Government Targets and PlansThe administration aims to increase the total number of charging points to 16,070 by Decembe...

New Delhi, February 10, 2026: The national capital is gearing up for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, an event described as even bigger than the G20 Summit in scale and importance. In preparation, Delhi Police and other security agencies have ramped up measures, deploying thousands of personnel across the city to ensure smooth and secure proceedings. Massive Security DeploymentAccording to sources, between 700 and 1,000 officers from each district of Delhi have been assigned to the summit’s security arrangements, totaling around 10,000 security personnel. Traffic management and crowd control will also see an extensive deployment of approximately 5,000 traffic police officers. The city has been divided into 10 traffic zones and 22 sectors for operational coordination. High-Tech Measur...