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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Highlights Government’s Key Achievements in Exclusive Interview

12Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), Politics, State

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Highlights Government’s Key Achievements in Exclusive Interview

New Delhi: Nearly a year into her tenure, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has opened up about her government’s accomplishments, ongoing projects, and future plans in an exclusive interview. She spoke candidly about healthcare, infrastructure, women’s welfare, and policy reforms. Key Achievements: Ayushman Arogya Scheme: After a decade-long wait, the scheme was successfully implemented in Delhi. Nearly 700,000 people have registered, with around 25,000 receiving treatment and the government disbursing ₹45 crore in payments. Beneficiaries now have health insurance coverage up to ₹10 lakh, especially benefiting senior citizens and vulnerable families. Atal Canteen Scheme: Designed to ensure no one goes hungry, this initiative provides affordable meals at ₹5, protecting the dignity ...

APMC Chairman Posts in Delhi Markets Vacant for Over a Year; Traders Await Elections

12Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

APMC Chairman Posts in Delhi Markets Vacant for Over a Year; Traders Await Elections

New Delhi: It has been over a year since the BJP government assumed office in the national capital, yet the chairman positions in Delhi’s APMC (Agricultural Produce Market Committee) markets remain vacant. Additionally, the market committees have not been formed, causing significant difficulties for traders. Pending issues include renewal of licenses and processing of new license applications, which remain stalled. Development Projects on HoldSeveral large-scale development projects have also been delayed due to the vacancies. Traders’ organizations have repeatedly urged the government to fill the posts promptly. The previous administration saw the APMC chairman positions remain vacant due to disputes between the Lieutenant Governor (LG) and the Delhi government. The new government has ...

Delhi Government Takes Steps to Clear Stray Animals Ahead of AI Summit

12Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi Government Takes Steps to Clear Stray Animals Ahead of AI Summit

New Delhi: With the AI Summit scheduled at Bharat Mandapam, the Delhi Municipal Corporation (MCD) Animal Department has completed preparations to ensure the venue and surrounding areas remain free of stray animals. Teams from the MCD will begin operations two days before the summit, targeting not only Bharat Mandapam but also historical landmarks, five-star hotels, airports, and other key locations across the city. Organized Teams and ResponsibilitiesThe MCD has divided its animal control teams into four groups, each equipped with three vehicles, and staffed with drivers and animal catchers. Group A: Led by Central Zone Deputy Director Dr. Akhilesh Kamal for the first two shifts, and Dr. Ravish Kasana for the third shift, this team will cover areas including Mahatma Gandhi Road Sout...

Doctors Perform Four Successful Surgeries Remotely from 1,200 km Away Using Tele-Robotic Technology

12Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Doctors Perform Four Successful Surgeries Remotely from 1,200 km Away Using Tele-Robotic Technology

New Delhi: In a groundbreaking development in medical technology, surgeons have successfully performed four complex operations from a distance of 1,200 kilometers, marking a major milestone in tele-robotic surgery. The innovative procedure was conducted by Gangaram Hospital, leveraging 5G internet and tele-robotic systems, proving that surgeons no longer need to be physically present in the operation theatre (OT) to perform surgery. How the Remote Surgeries Were PerformedThe patients were admitted in Gangaram Hospital’s OT in Delhi, fully equipped with all surgical instruments. However, the surgeons were located in Vapi, Gujarat, controlling the surgeries through a tele-robotic console. This advancement allows expert surgeons to operate remotely, addressing the shortage of specialists i...

Students Begin Strike at JNU Against Expulsion of Union Leaders

12Feb

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Students Begin Strike at JNU Against Expulsion of Union Leaders

New Delhi: Students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) have begun a strike in protest against the expulsion of five students, including all four office-bearers of the JNUSU (JNU Students’ Union). The decision to hold the strike was taken during a General Body Meeting of the School of Social Sciences (SSS) on Tuesday night, demanding the university administration revoke the expulsion order and address other grievances. Why the Union Leaders Were ExpelledOn 21 November, incidents of vandalism at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Central Library, including damage to face-recognition-based access gates, led to allegations of violence and disruption of academic and administrative work. As a result, JNU administration imposed a two-semester restriction (Winter and Monsoon 2026) on JNUSU President Aditi...

AIIMS Delhi Sets New Record: Over 4.8 Million Patients Treated in OPD in a Year

12Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

AIIMS Delhi Sets New Record: Over 4.8 Million Patients Treated in OPD in a Year

New Delhi: AIIMS Delhi has set a new milestone by treating 48,43,572 patients in its Outpatient Department (OPD) over the past year, marking a remarkable achievement in the country’s healthcare sector. The hospital has also witnessed a steady increase in both bed capacity and patient admissions over the years. Record Numbers in 2024–25In the fiscal year 2024–25, AIIMS Delhi had a total of 3,657 beds, an increase from previous years. During this period, OPD visits reached 48,43,572, while Inpatient Department (IPD) admissions totaled 3,61,236. Comparisons with 2022–23 figures highlight striking growth: in just two years, 332 additional beds were added, and OPD patient numbers surged by 5,87,771, reflecting a 13.81% rise. Significant Growth in AdmissionsIPD admissions showed even highe...

Maharashtra to Launch Special Campaign to Protect Two-Wheeler Riders and Pedestrians

12Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Maharashtra to Launch Special Campaign to Protect Two-Wheeler Riders and Pedestrians

Mumbai: In a bid to curb the rising number of road accidents, especially those involving two-wheeler riders and pedestrians, the Maharashtra Transport Department has announced a 2026 campaign titled “Save Two-Wheeler Riders and Pedestrians” (‘Dopahiya Swaar–Padchari Bachao’). All Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) across the state have been instructed to implement the initiative. According to official data, Maharashtra recorded over 36,450 road accidents in 2025, resulting in approximately 15,549 deaths and more than 32,147 injuries. Of those who lost their lives, 57% were two-wheeler riders and 21% were pedestrians. The state aims to reduce road accident fatalities by 50% by 2030, in line with global targets. This campaign was approved after reviewing accident trends during the last wee...

Tej Pratap Yadav Shares New Video Amid Controversy Over Anushka Yadav’s Daughter

12Feb

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Bihar, State

Tej Pratap Yadav Shares New Video Amid Controversy Over Anushka Yadav’s Daughter

Patna: The personal life of Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, continues to remain in the spotlight, showing no signs of settling down. Amid questions surrounding his relationship with Anushka Yadav and the paternity of her newborn daughter, Tej Pratap has now released a new video. The debate over who the child’s father is remains ongoing. Tej Pratap Denies Being the FatherDiscussions about Tej Pratap and Anushka’s relationship began even before the last assembly elections. Following this, Lalu Prasad Yadav reportedly expelled Tej Pratap from the party based on these controversies. On 5 February, Anushka gave birth to a daughter, and just four days later, speculation resurfaced about Tej Pratap being the father. Tej Pratap promptly denied the claim, stating that the c...

Lucknow: Love Jihad, Blackmail, and Forced Sex Work — “Brown Girl Café” Raided and Sealed

12Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: Love Jihad, Blackmail, and Forced Sex Work — “Brown Girl Café” Raided and Sealed

Lucknow: In a disturbing case from the Gomti Nagar area of Uttar Pradesh’s capital, several women have accused a man of befriending them under a false identity, recording objectionable videos, blackmailing them, and coercing them into sex work at a spa center. Based on their complaints, police have registered a case and launched a full investigation. According to the complaint, the accused, Mohammad Kamru Jamal, who introduced himself as Rahul, befriended the victim and gained her trust. He allegedly recorded explicit videos and later used them to blackmail her. The victim stated that she first met Jamal and another accused, Kamr Hayat Idrisi, who promised her a job. She was offered a position at a café, but upon arrival, she discovered it was a spa center where women were forced to pro...

Bihar: 11-Day Leave, Living Alone, and a Demand for ₹10 Lakh — The Mystery Behind Deputy Jailor’s Wife’s Death

12Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar: 11-Day Leave, Living Alone, and a Demand for ₹10 Lakh — The Mystery Behind Deputy Jailor’s Wife’s Death

Samastipur: The mystery surrounding the suspicious death of Deputy Jailor Nandu Chaudhary’s wife, Shweta, in Samastipur is deepening. So far, the accused — Nandu, his mother-in-law, and father-in-law — remain absconding. Several questions about the case remain unresolved. Shweta, originally from Agamkuan in Patna, was found hanging at her in-laws’ house in Sherpur village under the jurisdiction of Vidyapati Nagar police station. Her family alleges that her death was a murder and has accused her husband, Deputy Jailor Nandu Chaudhary, of orchestrating it. Nandu Chaudhary is currently posted as Deputy Jailor (Assistant Jail Superintendent) in Darbhanga. According to reports, Shweta’s body was discovered hanging at the Samastipur residence on Wednesday. Police quickly took the body into...