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DAMAGE TO TWO BRIDGES: ATISHI ORDERS CHIEF SECY TO LAUNCH PROBE

Delhi chief minister Atishi on Monday directed the chief secretary to conduct an inquiry to find out how major cracks developed in the Nand Nagri railway overbridge and railway under bridge within a decade of their completion.

17-year-old stabs mother’s boyfriend, held

Police on Sunday apprehended a 17-year-old boy for allegedly stabbing his mother's live-in partner as he had objections to their relationship, officers said on Monday.

NDMC to begin 24x7 water supply pilot project soon

NDMC OFFICIALS SAID THE PROJECT WILL BE USED AS A TEMPLATE FOR MODERNISING NDMC'S WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM

Mutilated body of 25-year-old man found near Palam railway stn: Cops

POLICE SAID THE MAN IDENTIFIED AS HOMOSEXUAL, AND THEY ARE PROBING WHETHER THIS MAY HAVE PLAYED A ROLE IN THE MURDER

BJP will continue, improve welfare schemes in Capital

In its draft manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections, the Delhi BJP has decided that welfare schemes such as free water supply, subsidy on power and transportation concessions will not only continue but also be improved if it comes to power in the Capital, party officials in the manifesto committee said on Monday.

UNION MINISTER SLAMS AAP FOR NOT ROLLING OUT AB-PMJAY SCHEME

Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi for not implementing the Centre's flagship health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).

Kejriwal continues attack on BJP over law and order

Continuing his criticism of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government over the law and order situation in Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Monday accused the Centre of abandoning Delhi to the \"mercy of criminals and gangsters.\"

Bizman sets neighbour's car on fire over parking dispute

Enraged over a parking dispute near his house, a businessman allegedly set fire to his neighbour's car in Lajpat Nagar, southeast Delhi at 12.10 a.m. on Sunday, police said.

UPSC TEACHER AVADH OJHA JOINS AAP AHEAD OF ASSEMBLY POLLS

Avadh Ojha, who teaches civil services aspirants, on Monday joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in what is another new entry in the party ahead of the Delhi assembly elections.

Quicker deboarding for those on delayed flights

Special enclosures have been set up across all three terminals at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport to allow passengers on flights delayed by over three hours to disembark, undergo security screening, and re-enter the terminal's boarding area.

Not the last session of assembly: Govt to HC

The Delhi government on Monday submitted an undertaking before the Delhi high court, affirming that the ongoing session of the Delhi legislative assembly is not the last before its dissolution in February, and that the lieutenant governor (LG) retains the authority to convene subsequent sessions.

Thousands languish as stir leads to serpentine snarls

Despite traffic diversions released a day prior to the protest, major highways in Delhi and Noida witnessed heavy snarls till around 4.30pm on Monday. Many commuters struggled to make their way and had to wait long hours for the traffic to get cleared.

Chaos as farm stir reaches Delhi doorstep

Major roads connecting Delhi and Noida witnessed chaos on Monday as approximately 4,000 farmers from various parts of Uttar Pradesh marched toward the national capital, breaching several layers of police barricades along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway.

Delhi HC issues notice to ED on Sisodia’s plea

The Delhi high court on Monday issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on a plea filed by former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, challenging a city court's decision to take cognisance of the probe agency's charge sheet in the Delhi excise policy case.

AQI remains 'poor' for 2nd day running

Strong surface winds continued to prevail on Monday, keeping the air quality in Delhi in the \"poor\" range for a second consecutive day and improving it significantly in districts of the national capital region (NCR).

Grap 4 to remain as SC defers removal of curbs

The Supreme Court on Monday noted a complete lack of coordination between government agencies, civic bodies and the police in implementing restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) Stage 4 in the Capital, and decided to wait till Thursday before taking a call on relaxing restrictions to ensure there is indeed a steady downward trend in air pollution levels.

Delhi's slow start to winter set to continue in Dec: IMD

Warmer-than-usual Dec on the cards

Twists, turns and surprises: A chess contest that's bucked all predictions

BENGALURU: There were predictions of a \"massacre\" and a \"bloodbath\" leading up to the World Championship match. What we have on our hands after six games though is a 3-3 tied score between reigning world champion Ding Liren and challenger D Gukesh.

GoM ON GST RATES SUGGESTS 35% 'SIN TAX' ON TOBACCO, AERATED DRINKS

The group of ministers (GoM) on GST rate rationalisation on Monday decided to hike tax on sin goods like aerated beverages, cigarettes, tobacco and related products to 35% from 28%, an official said, in what would add a fresh slab to the tax structure.

Akal Takht tells Badal to 'atone' for mistakes

The five high priests of Sikhism on Monday pronounced religious punishment on Sukhbir Singh Badal, directing the working committee of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) to accept his resignation as party chief, besides forming a panel to hold elections to the post within six months.

Agartala mission breached amid protest over B'desh

NEW DELHI: A large group of people protesting the persecution of the Hindu minority in Bangladesh barged into the Bangladesh consulate in Agartala and vandalized it on Monday, prompting New Delhi to describe the breach as \"deeply regrettable\" and step up security for all of the country's missions in India.

BJP names observers for Maha CM decision

UNION FINANCE MINISTER NIRMALA SITHARAMAN AND FORMER GUJARAT CM VIJAY RUPANI WILL OVERSEE THE BJP MEET ON DEC 4

Deadlock ends: Debate on Constitution next wk

Both Houses set to function from today after Speaker Birla meets floor leaders

Rohit, Rahul And The Question Of Who Will Open With Yashasvi

India didn't disturb the Jaiswal-Rahul opening pair and skipper Rohit Sharma came in at No.4 in the truncated pink-ball game vs Aus PM XI

Kyiv Needs Arms, Nato Invite Before Talks With Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that his country needed security guarantees from Nato and more weapons to defend itself before any talks with Russia.

How Siraj Found His Rhythm After A Poor Run At Home

The thing that always strikes you about Mohammed Siraj is his enthusiasm.

MY PARENTS MAY HAVE BLAMED THEMSELVES FOR MY MENTAL HEALTH: IRA

Ira Khan, daughter of Aamir Khan and Reena Dutta, recently opened up about her parents' reaction to her mental health issues

Bhajji confirms biopic, wants Vicky Kaushal to play him on screen

Indians love their sports icons and thus sports biopics are loved by moviegoers. Currently, biopics on former cricketers Sourav Ganguly and Yuvraj Singh are in the pipeline.

Debutant Bethell leads England to 8-wkt win over New Zealand

England blazed to an eight-wicket victory in the first Test against New Zealand Sunday, knocking off their 104run target in just 12.4 overs of their second innings.