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Vijay Nair, CM Kejriwal's aide Bibhav walk out of Tihar jail

Former communication incharge of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Vijay Nair and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s aide Bibhav Kumar on Tuesday walked out of Tihar jail, a day after they were granted bail in different cases by the Supreme Court.

DDA sets up help desk for Housing Scheme 2024

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has established a registration help desk at its head office here for its Housing Scheme 2024, according to a statement issued on Tuesday.

Court summons CM in excise case, extends JC till September 11

The Rouse Avenue Court, New Delhi, has summoned Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, along with several others, following the CBI's filing of a supplementary chargesheet in the ongoing Delhi excise policy case.

Delhi govt launches intensive leprosy case detection campaign

In a bid to combat leprosy and curb its impact, the Delhi government has embarked on an intensive Leprosy Case Detection Campaign, which commenced on Monday.

L-G Saxena hiring company for social media mgmt: Min

In a press briefing on Tuesday at the Delhi Secretariat, Delhi's Cabinet minister Saurabh Bharadwaj raised serious concerns over the alleged misuse of public funds by the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) of Delhi.

L-G okays extension of services for 767 contractual paramedical staff

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena approved the extension of service of 767 contractual paramedical staff for another year in hospitals in the national capital on Tuesday, Raj Niwas officials said.

Minister seeks positive suggestions from BJP, Cong to tackle pollution

Delhi's Environment minister, Gopal Rai, has reached out to the presidents of Delhi's BJP and Congress parties with a request for constructive suggestions to enhance the Winter Action Plan aimed at reducing air pollution in the city.

MCD invites e-tenders for 99 surface parking lots across Delhi

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has invited e-tenders for the allotment of 99 surface parking sites across the capital on a monthly license fee basis.

Extortion case in Narela leads to dramatic police shootout

A case of extortion in Narela escalated into a dramatic police shootout, resulting in the apprehension of three suspects, including one who sustained a gunshot wound.

MCD's drive to prevent mosquito breeding in hosps, health centres

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has launched a special drive to prevent mosquito breeding in hospitals and health centres across the city, aiming to curb the spread of vector-borne diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya.

All not well in health dept, says HC asks AIIMS director to implement hosp reforms

Observing that \"all is not well\" in the city's health department which is witnessing a \"bitter\" fight between authorities, the Delhi High Court on Monday tasked the AIIMS director with the responsibility of implementing the recommendations of the six-member expert committee headed by Dr S K Sarin for improving services at Delhi government-run hospitals.

Minor apprehended for momo vendor's murder

A 15-year-old juvenile was apprehended by the Delhi Police for the murder of a 35-year-old momo vendor as an act of revenge.

St Stephen's releases Christian student list after allegations of quota breach

Amid an ongoing conflict between Delhi University and St Stephen's College over the selection process for candidates in reserved seats, St Stephen's College has published a list of Christian students who have been offered admission on its official website.

More than 300 residents fall sick in Noida society

More than 300 residents, mostly children and women, of a Noida Extension group housing society fell ill with an infection caused by suspected water contamination, officials said on Tuesday.

Former president of Atlas Cycles dies by suicide at his residence in Lutyens' Delhi, says Delhi Police

Former president of Atlas Cycles Salil Kapoor allegedly died by suicide at his home in Lutyens' Delhi on Tuesday.

Crackdown on pesky calls: TRAI 2.75 disconnects lakh numbers, blocks 50 entities

NEW DELHI: In a significant crackdown on spam calls and unregistered telemarketers, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has disconnected 2.75 lakh telephone numbers and blocked services to 50 entities, officials said on Tuesday.

World Bank raises India's growth forecast to 7% for FY25

The World Bank on Tuesday raised India's economic growth forecast for the current fiscal year to 7 per cent, up from its earlier estimate of 6.6 per cent.

PM Modi arrives in Brunei on first leg of two-nation visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Brunei on Tuesday, marking a historic milestone as he became the first Indian Prime Minister to undertake a bilateral visit to the Southeast Asian nation.

From ineligible beneficiaries to poor recovery of funds, CAG detects lapses in PM-KISAN in Assam

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has uncovered significant flaws in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme in Assam.

Haryana: Mistaken for cow smuggling, Class 12 student chased, shot dead by vigilante group; 5 held

The accused chased the victim’s car for 30 kilometres before killing him

Bengal Assembly unanimously passes ‘historic' Aparajita Bill

On Tuesday, the Bengal Assembly unanimously passed 'Aparajita Woman and Child (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) Bill, 2024, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee calling it \"historic and model for other states\" aiming to \"address pertinent issues caused by gaps in the existing criminal laws\".

AAP demands 10 seats, Cong offers 7 during alliance talks

As the Haryana Assembly elections approach, seatsharing negotiations between the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have reached an impasse, with both parties hardening their stances.

Netflix adds real names of IC814 hijackers after Centre's reprimand

Netflix India content head meets I&B Secretary

President delegates powers to Delhi L-G to constitute any authority or statutory body

The Union Home Ministry has announced that the President has granted the Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) new authority.

Paul didn't want to watch 'GLADIATOR' before making sequel

Mescal admitted he felt the 'pressure' of whether 'Gladiator II' would live up to the first flick

'Berlin' actor Ishwak Singh finds Delhi engaging for its architecture

Since he plays a deaf-mute man in the film, he had to go through rigorous practice to learn sign language

Kareena excited about release of 'The Buckingham MURDERS'

The film is written by Aseem Arrora, Kashyap Kapoor and Raghav Raj Kakker

'The Mehta Boys' to screen at Chicago South ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL

Boman Irani's much talked about directorial debut will soon be released on OTT streamer 'Amazon Prime Video'

Kathuniya wins silver in men's Discus throw F56

India's Yogesh Kathuniya clinched his second consecutive Paralympic silver medal in men's discus throw F-56 event with a season's best effort 42.22m at the ongoing Games here on Monday.

Indian shuttler Kumar Nitesh wins maiden Paralympics gold

India's Kumar Nitesh clinched his maiden gold medal at the Paralympics, defeating Great Britain's Daniel Bethell in a gripping men's singles SL3 badminton final here on Monday.