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Vandalism of Constitution replica triggers violence

MUMBAI: Over 40 people were detained as violent protests rocked Parbhani in central Maharashtra for a second day on Wednesday over the vandalism of a replica of the Constitution of India near a statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar in the city, prompting the administration to impose prohibitory orders, officers said.

OVER 500 TOUTS ARRESTED AT DELHI AIRPORT THIS YEAR

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police arrested 540 touts outside Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport this year, marking a 48% increase from 2022, when 264 arrests were made, officials said.

Clarity sought on facelift for Buddha Jayanti Park

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC) has rejected a redevelopment proposal by the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) for Buddha Jayanti Park along Vande Mataram Marg in Delhi's central Ridge, citing insufficient details.

2 ON MOTORBIKE ROB MAN OF ₹19L AT GUNPOINT IN JANGPURA

Two bike-borne assailants robbed a 52-year-old private company employee of ₹19 lakh in south Delhi's Jangpura on Tuesday afternoon, police said, adding that a case has been lodged, but no arrests have been made.

3 pedestrians killed near Meerut e-way

Two women and a man were killed after a speeding unidentified vehicle hit them while they were standing on the side of National Highway-9 (NH-9) near Crossings Republik township late Tuesday night,

Gurugram: Bulk waste generators expedite registration, 450 register on MCG's website

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has intensified efforts to enforce the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, with special focus on ensuring compliance by Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs).

Strong winds improve NCR air despite 'cold wave' effect

NEW DELHI: Strong winds over the past two days improved Delhi-NCR's air quality, from a \"poor\" air quality index (AQI) on Tuesday to a \"moderate\" AQI of 199 for Delhi and 159 for Gurugram on Wednesday, according to the 24-hour average data shared by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in its daily bulletin at 4pm.

FOUR HELD FOR STEALING 140M OF CABLE FROM DELHI METRO'S BLUE LINE

NEW DELHI: Days after 140 metres of cable wire were stolen from the Blue Line of the Delhi Metro, halting operations on the night of December 4, four people were arrested in connection with the incident, police said on Wednesday.

24-YR-OLD KILLED IN NH-48 CRASH, TRUCK DRIVER ABSCONDING

GURUGRAM: A 24-year-old man died in a road accident on NH-48 near Dharuhera on Tuesday after his motorcycle was allegedly struck by a recklessly driven truck, police said.

Writer Suryabala's novel selected for Vyas Samman

Noted Hindi writer Suryabala's novel \"Kaun Des Ko Vasi: Venu Ki Diary\" has been selected for the 34th Vyas Samman, 2024, the KK Birla Foundation has said in an official statement on Wednesday.

Tube well to address water crisis in Sec 57

Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) commissioner Ashok Kumar Garg has directed officials to install a tube well in Sector 57 within the next 15 days to solve the persistent water supply issues that residents are facing, officials said.

Take action against illegal constructions in Meena Bazaar: HC

There is a need to promptly address encroachments of public land and unlawful constructions by land grabbers DELHI HIGH COURT

Illegal structures demolished in Behrampur village

The Gurugram nodal enforcement authority on Wednesday demolished illegal structures that were being built in Behrampur village, spanning over 70 acres of land, officials said.

Man held for hurling bombs linked to BKI

GURUGRAM: A 27-year-old man arrested for hurling crude bombs outside a nightclub in Gurugram's Sector 29 market has been linked to the terrorist organisation Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Canada-based terrorist Satwinder Singh, also known as Goldy Brar, according to police.

Demand no more voter deletions: AAP chief writes to CEC

WHILE BJP SAID ALLEGATIONS BY AAP ARE A SIGN OF DESPERATION, IT SAID BJP WORKERS ARE RAISING OBJECTIONS AND AWARENESS ABOUT FAKE VOTERS

Delhi Police suffers sixth 'hacking' attack in 15 months, X handle taken over for an hour

POLICE SAY ALL CASES ARE BEING LOOKED INTO BY THE SPECIAL CELL, DRDO AND CERT-IN, ATTACK WAS CARRIED OUT BY 'PROFESSIONALS' BASED ABROAD

LG tells officials to give better security, infra

Lieutenant governor (LG) VK Saxena on Wednesday reviewed security and civic infrastructure in Narela sub-city, issuing directives to officials to curb crime, prevent illegal encroachments, and enhance amenities to create a safer environment for both residents and industries in the area.

AIIMS doctors remove 10kg tumour in rare op

NEW DELHI: Doctors at AIIMS, Delhi successfully removed a 9.8kg tumour from the colon of a 49-year-old woman in a challenging 10-hour surgery, hospital officials said.

SUPREME COURT RELAXES SISODIA'S BAIL CONDITIONS IN EXCISE CASE

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday relaxed bail conditions laid down for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia which required him to report to the investigating officer twice a week in connection to the two excise policy cases lodged against him by the Enforcement Directorate and the Central Bureau of Investigation.

No possibility of alliance with Cong for Delhi polls: Kejriwal

WHILE BJP SAID ALLEGATIONS BY AAP ARE A SIGN OF DESPERATION, IT SAID BJP WORKERS ARE RAISING OBJECTIONS AND AWARENESS ABOUT FAKE VOTERS

POLICE CHECK IDENTITY DOCS TO IDENTIFY ILLEGAL SETTLERS

NEW DELHI: Teams of the Delhi Police on Wednesday checked identity documents of residents of slum clusters in Kalindi Kunj and Madanpur Khadar, a day after Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena directed police to take action against Bangladeshi immigrants residing illegally in the Capital.

DELHI HC TO HEAR ED'S PLEA AGAINST BAIL TO KEJRIWAL ON JANUARY 17

NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court on Wednesday posted for January 17 next year the Enforcement Directorate (ED)'s plea against the bail granted to former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case in connection with the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy 2021-2022.

Willow: What Google's landmark error-correcting chip means for the world of quantum computing

NEW DELHI: Google has just announced a new quantum chip, Willow, and the breakthrough needs to be read right in order to understand its implications.

Warming, wildfires: Arctic now emitting more carbon than it absorbs, says NOAA

After locking carbon dioxide in its frozen soil for millennia, the Arctic tundra is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by frequent wildfires that are turning it into a net source of carbon dioxide emissions, a US agency said Tuesday.

Are you aware of the culprit that's Spinal Muscular Atrophy?

There's no bigger joy for a parent than seeing one's toddler healthy, crawling and ready to walk.

Geetanjali Homestate goes global on founder Sunil Sisodiya's birthday

Geetanjali Homestate, a Gurugram-based real estate company, recently announced its new project, Geetanjali Global.

Rupali Ganguly on stepdaughter's claims: It affects me

Actor Rupali Ganguly has broken her silence on the recent controversy involving her and stepdaughter Esha Verma after the latter called her \"toxic\" and \"abusive\".

Dharmendra summoned by Delhi court in Garam Dharam Dhaba cheating case

THE COMPLAINANT SAID HE WAS APPROACHED IN 2018 TO OPEN A FRANCHISE OF THE RESTAURANT IN UTTAR PRADESH

Sunny Deol confirms Ramayana role, says it will be like Avatar

A day after actor Ranbir Kapoor confirmed his role as Shri Ram in filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, actor Sunny Deol has become the next cast member to acknowledge his involvement in the two-part franchise.

Change in the air as India get ready for Brisbane test

The final nets session in Adelaide gives indications of possible changes in line-up after the pink-ball Test loss