News from Delhi

[Navjot Singh]

Cab driver arrested in Delhi for masturbating in front of student

A cab driver was arrested for allegedly masturbating in front of a student in Delhi's North Campus area. The arrest follows a similar molestation case in Gurugram that sparked outrage last month.

www.indiatoday.in

 

[Sushubh]

Caught accepting bribe on road, policeman throws money in air in Delhi, passersby flee with Rs 5,000 cash

“As the Vigilance team members rushed to apprehend the accused, Kumar threw the currency notes into the air...,” the officer said

indianexpress.com

 

[Sushubh]

Delhi govt likely to start free bus ride pink card registration for women from mid-October

The Delhi government is set to launch the 'Saheli Smart Card' in mid-October, offering women free bus rides on DTC and Cluster buses. This lifetime valid card replaces the old paper ticket system, ensuring safer and more convenient travel. Registration, requiring KYC verification through banks...

m.economictimes.com

 

[Sushubh]

Teacher held for creating fake social media accounts | Delhi News - The Times of India

New Delhi: A 22-year-old tuition teacher from Old Delhi was arrested for allegedly creating fake social media accounts and posting morphed and objecti.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

 

[Sushubh]

In solitary confinement for 13 yrs, African jumbo dies in Delhi zoo

Shankar has been in solitary confinement since 2012, as the elephant was separated from its Asian counterparts.

indianexpress.com

 

[Sushubh]

1 dead, 2 injured on entering Delhi sewer without safety gear

A 35-year-old laborer died and two others were injured in a sewer incident in Delhi, raising safety concerns as they lacked protective gear.

www.hindustantimes.com

 

[Sushubh]

Need premises for PM museum: Govt says lift stay on eviction notice to Nehru Memorial Fund

ASG Chetan Sharma, appearing for the Centre, told Justice Saurabh Banerjee: “This is basically, actually required for the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahlaya in which all Prime Ministers of the country, their achievements and their continuity, will be displayed to the general public. That is why the...

indianexpress.com

 

[Sushubh]

Hundreds hospitalised after consuming adulterated flour

Navratri celebrations in Delhi turn sour as nearly 400 people hospitalized due to adulterated buckwheat flour, sparking political controversy.

www.thehindu.com

 

[Sushubh]

Govt orders immediate closure of India’s oldest school for blind - The Tribune

The Deputy Director of Education (DDE), under the Government of National Capital Territory (GNCT), Delhi, has ordered the immediate closure of “Institution for the Blind - Andh Vidyalaya”, country’s oldest residential school for blind children, citing violations of the Right to Education (RTE)...

www.tribuneindia.com

 

[Sushubh]

Drop in birth rate and sex ratio exposes Delhi’s patriarchal mindset

Delhi faces declining birth rates and sex ratio due to son preference, cultural values, and weak enforcement of sex determination laws.

www.thehindu.com