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A fire broke out on Wednesday morning at the official residence of BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad in New Delhi. Fire brigade teams and forensic experts rushed to the scene and brought the fire under control within a short time. The cause of the blaze is yet to be determined. Officials stated that the fire started around 8:00 AM in one of the bedrooms of the MP’s residence. Three teams from the Delhi Fire Service were immediately deployed, and the fire was extinguished by 8:35 AM. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported in the incident. It is not immediately known whether the Patna Sahib MP was present at the residence at the time of the fire. Ravi Shankar Prasad, who has represented the Patna Sahib constituency in the Lok Sabha, has previously served as the Union Minister for Elec...

The Delhi government is planning to establish monitoring stations along a 22-kilometer stretch of the Yamuna River to closely track water flow during the summer months. One station will be set up near the Hathini Kund Barrage, and another at the river’s end point in Delhi. Officials highlight that, to maintain adequate flow during summers, Hathini Kund Barrage in Haryana should release 2,500 cubic feet per second (cusecs) of water daily. However, in recent years, only 352–400 cusecs have been released, reducing flow from Wazirabad Barrage to Okhla Barrage and potentially creating a water crisis in Delhi. According to a Water Board report, the Yamuna’s flow remains critically low for nine out of twelve months, which not only threatens the river’s ecosystem but also impacts Delhi’s wat...

In a major push to strengthen primary healthcare, Delhi is set to inaugurate 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs on Wednesday, taking the total number of centers in the city to 319. These centers will offer free medical consultations, medicines, and diagnostic tests, among other healthcare services, easing the burden on larger hospitals. Since the BJP government came to power in Delhi, treatment has been ongoing at 238 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. With the addition of these 81 centers, the government aims to expand access even further, with a long-term plan to establish 1,100 such clinics across the capital. Each Ayushman Arogya Mandir provides a comprehensive range of services, including consultations with doctors, essential medicines, diagnostic tests, diabetes and hypertension screening, c...

The Delhi government has taken a strict stance against counterfeit and narcotic drugs, intensifying its monitoring of the pharmaceutical sector. Between April and October 2025, 31 medical stores had their licenses revoked, and 15 drugs were found to be substandard. According to an official report by the Drugs Control Department under the Health and Family Welfare Department, a total of 2,405 wholesale and retail pharmaceutical firms were inspected during this period. Violations were detected in 596 cases, prompting stringent actions, including license suspension and cancellation. In addition, 196 firms faced special actions such as license suspension or cancellation. The department also launched targeted drives against the sale of Schedule H and H1 drugs, particularly narcotics and d...

New Delhi, January 14, 2026: In an unusual turn of events in Delhi politics, leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) inaugurated the newly constructed Ayushman Arogya Mandir in Sundar Nagri Ward before the Delhi Health Minister could do so. The Rehka Gupta-led Delhi government had prepared the Ayushman Arogya Mandir and was planning an official inauguration. However, on Tuesday, AAP MLA Veer Singh Dhingan and local municipal councillor Mohini Jeenwal stepped in and conducted the opening ceremony themselves. AAP Leaders Accuse Government of MisrepresentationExplaining their decision, MLA Veer Singh Dhingan and Councillor Mohini Jeenwal claimed that the Delhi government was merely refurbishing old dispensaries and presenting them as new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to create a false impression...

New Delhi, January 14, 2026: The capital continues to shiver under an intense cold wave, with temperatures dropping to new seasonal lows. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for cold conditions on Wednesday. According to weather forecasts, rainfall is expected in Delhi between January 18 and 20, which could be followed by another cold wave around January 26. This prolonged cold may persist until late January or early February. On Tuesday morning, conditions were severely cold, causing discomfort even indoors, though there was no fog. Temperature DetailsTuesday recorded the coldest day of the season so far, with the minimum temperature dropping to 3°C, 4.4°C below normal. Other areas also reported low temperatures: Palam 4°C, Lodhi Road 3°C, Ridge 4.4°...

New Delhi, January 14, 2026: Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) are experiencing an intense cold wave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting that the chill will persist throughout the day. Cold winds and high humidity have intensified the cold, making mornings particularly harsh. According to the IMD, the maximum temperature in Delhi-NCR has been around 20°C, while the minimum has dropped to 4°C. Humidity levels have been extremely high, reaching 97–98% in the early morning, further adding to the chill. Slight Relief Expected TomorrowThe weather department predicts a minor rise in temperature on January 15, with the minimum expected to reach 6°C. However, moderate to dense fog is likely during early mornings and nights. This week, Delhi recorded the cold...

New Delhi, January 13, 2026: Delhi Police has announced the transfer of 31 inspectors across various units, including the Crime Branch, Traffic, Licensing, and First Branch DAP. The official list was released by Delhi Police Headquarters on Tuesday. According to the notification, inspectors from several police stations have been reassigned with some receiving SHOs (Station House Officer) postings. The transfers cover stations such as Kalindi Kunj, Pandav Nagar, Najafgarh, Seelampur, Mehrauli, Sonia Vihar, and IG Airport. From the Crime Branch, Inspectors Pankaj Singh, Ritesh Kumar, and Akhilesh Vajpayee have been transferred. In the Traffic Department, Inspectors Rajendra Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar have been reassigned, while Mahendra Pratap from the 6th Battalion DAP and Om Prakash Tha...

New Delhi, January 13, 2026: Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor Vinay Kumar Saxena and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inaugurated the Nangloi–Najafgarh Road strengthening and drainage construction project. Valued at ₹64.04 crore, the initiative aims to provide a long-term solution to waterlogging, potholes, and traffic congestion in Western Delhi, benefiting thousands of residents. The project focuses on improving drainage systems and road infrastructure along the entire corridor, promising smoother traffic flow and enhanced public safety. “Today is a significant day for the people of Nangloi and Najafgarh, as their longstanding demands are finally being addressed,” said Lieutenant Governor Saxena. He added that the Delhi government has taken concrete steps to resolve the area’s chronic...