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Over 100 dengue cases reported in Delhi so far in October: Report

  • In the month of September, the national capital had registered 217 cases of dengue, the highest for the same month in the last three years, according to government data.
According to the same report, a total of 480 cases of dengue have been reported in the national capital so far this year.
According to the same report, a total of 480 cases of dengue have been reported in the national capital so far this year.
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 10:02 AM IST
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By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Impact of stubble fires in Delhi’s air to stay negligible this week

According to Safar, the predominant pollutant in Delhi’s air on Monday was PM 10, which is particulate matter with diameter less than 10 micrometres, or dust
Delhi’s air quality index was likely to stay in the moderate band for the next three days due to prevailing conditions. (Biplov Bhuyan/HT PHOTO)
Delhi’s air quality index was likely to stay in the moderate band for the next three days due to prevailing conditions. (Biplov Bhuyan/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 08:40 AM IST
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Delhi BJP says will celebrate Chhath, but with Covid protocols

Addressing a joint press conference on Monday with Northeast Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari, Gupta said, “We, today declare that we together will celebrate Chhath in the entire city keeping in mind the corona safety guidelines. The preparations will be ensured through the municipal corporations. Our party workers will ensure that all arrangements are in place.”
Northeast Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari has been critical of the Delhi government regarding the ban on Chhath puja while Dusshera, Ramlila and other public gatherings were allowed.(PTI file photo)
Northeast Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari has been critical of the Delhi government regarding the ban on Chhath puja while Dusshera, Ramlila and other public gatherings were allowed.(PTI file photo)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 06:29 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Delhiwale: The family of a labourer

This afternoon Rajesh is assigned by her contractor for a repairing job on a central Delhi avenue. A labourer, she is helping renovate a damaged road divider.
The lady always works with her husband in a two-member team.
The lady always works with her husband in a two-member team.
Published on Oct 12, 2021 06:17 AM IST
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By Mayank Austen Soofi

Two wanted for several cases of robbery, snatching held after encounter in Delhi

At least five bullets were exchanged between the police and the two men. The suspects fired one bullet in the air and two at the policemen, who survived the attack
A case of attempt to murder, obstructing public servant in discharge of duty and assault was registered against the two under the Indian Penal Code’s sections 307, 186 and 353 at the Dwarka North police station. (Representative image)
A case of attempt to murder, obstructing public servant in discharge of duty and assault was registered against the two under the Indian Penal Code’s sections 307, 186 and 353 at the Dwarka North police station. (Representative image)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:53 AM IST
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Delhi’s new curriculum helps seed business ideas in students

Hundreds of students in classes 11 and 12 of Delhi government schools are currently engaged in developing such projects with the help of their EMC teachers and business coaches
Students of Janki Devi Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya in Delhi present their ideas to the class on Monday. (HT Photo)
Students of Janki Devi Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya in Delhi present their ideas to the class on Monday. (HT Photo)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:32 AM IST
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Delhi: No takers for turning the Chandni Chowk town hall into a heritage hotel

The official said the civic body invited expression of interests from hotel operators to lease out the 150-year-old building for a period of 33 years with a minimum reserved price of 1.92 crore per month.
The imposing building that is located in the centre of Chandni Chowk, the Town Hall served as the headquarters of the erstwhile unified Municipal Corporation of Delhi. (Amal)
The imposing building that is located in the centre of Chandni Chowk, the Town Hall served as the headquarters of the erstwhile unified Municipal Corporation of Delhi. (Amal)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:03 AM IST
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By Paras Singh

Delhi court summons Vijender Gupta in defamation case by Kailash Gahlot

In his complaint, Delhi transport minister Kailash Gahlot has alleged that BJP leader Vijender Gupta “intentionally and for malafide purposes” defamed him and tarnished his reputation to gain political mileage by alleging irregularities in the procurement of buses for DTC
The court, while issuing summons to BJP leader Vijender Gupta, gave him time till November 16 to respond to the suit. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
The court, while issuing summons to BJP leader Vijender Gupta, gave him time till November 16 to respond to the suit. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:20 AM IST
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Delhi govt says rejection of doorstep ration delivery scheme discriminatory

Delhi food and civil supplies minister Imran Hussain on Monday wrote to the Union minister of consumer affairs, food and public distribution, Piyush Goel. He said that doorstep delivery of ration has been implemented by other state governments also.
Last week, the Delhi government sent the file on doorstep delivery of ration to the LG for approval once again.(Raj K Raj/HT Photo)
Last week, the Delhi government sent the file on doorstep delivery of ration to the LG for approval once again.(Raj K Raj/HT Photo)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:35 AM IST
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Delhi: SDMC bans cross-gender massages, no new centres in residential areas

The official order for the policy, which has been in making from last two years, was issued by the municipal health officer of SDMC on Thursday October 7. The policy, which has been approved by the lieutenant governor, states that no new spa centres will be allowed in residential areas
SDMC has restricted timings for spas and massage centres between 9am and 9pm. (Vipin Kumar/HT PHOTO)
SDMC has restricted timings for spas and massage centres between 9am and 9pm. (Vipin Kumar/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:01 AM IST
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By Paras Singh

29,000 apply under DU’s second cut-off list, amid over-admissions concerns

The political science course at his college – which announced 100% cutoff this year – has admitted over 140 students under the first cutoff list, of which 130 have got the perfect score and all but one are from the Kerala state board.
New Delhi, India - Oct. 5, 2021: Students seen at a help desk at Delhi University's north campus on the second day of admissions for 2021-22, in New Delhi , India, on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. (Photo by Amal KS / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
New Delhi, India - Oct. 5, 2021: Students seen at a help desk at Delhi University's north campus on the second day of admissions for 2021-22, in New Delhi , India, on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. (Photo by Amal KS / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:32 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, New Delhi

Govt plans new housing complex for employees in south Delhi’s Ghitorni

The central public works department (CPWD), the Union government’s construction arm, will construct the residential portion, while the commercial component will be developed and sold by the National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC India).
Spread over 240 acres, the complex will have Type II to Type V flats under the general pool residential accommodation (GPRA).(Mint Archive. Representative image)
Spread over 240 acres, the complex will have Type II to Type V flats under the general pool residential accommodation (GPRA).(Mint Archive. Representative image)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:20 AM IST
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By Risha Chitlangia

Fewer stubble fires so far, but likely to flare up, say experts

NASA data shows that farm fires were spotted in Punjab around September 15, with around 10-15 showing up on satellite data. The numbers started picking up around September 27, when the count reached 40.
NASA data shows that farm fires were spotted in Punjab around September 15, with around 10-15 showing up on satellite data. The numbers started picking up around September 27, when the count reached 40. (Representative image/HT Archive)
NASA data shows that farm fires were spotted in Punjab around September 15, with around 10-15 showing up on satellite data. The numbers started picking up around September 27, when the count reached 40. (Representative image/HT Archive)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:46 AM IST
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Ensure that no illegal hawkers are allowed in CP: HC tells NDMC, Delhi Police

A bench of justices Vipin Sanghi and Jasmeet Singh said the municipal body is doing “mere paper exercise” as the situation on ground remains the same. The court said that the authorities are not actively pursuing the matter and not monitoring the unauthorised vendors
The civic body pointed out that around 70-80 vendors have been protected by earlier court orders. (HT Archive)
The civic body pointed out that around 70-80 vendors have been protected by earlier court orders. (HT Archive)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:31 AM IST
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By Richa Banka, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Delhi launches mobile anganwadis for kids; day-care services, 50 creches added

Deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia said, “The goal of the Kejriwal government is to reach even the most marginalised communities and people of the society through its schemes and to change their lives for the better”
Delhi government on Monday launched mobile anganwadis in order to fulfil the nutritional and educational needs of those children who are unable to reach anganwadis. (Representative image/HT Archive)
Delhi government on Monday launched mobile anganwadis in order to fulfil the nutritional and educational needs of those children who are unable to reach anganwadis. (Representative image/HT Archive)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 11:42 PM IST
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Delhi: Child rights body pushes for in-person classes for all

Last month, lieutenant governor Anil Baijal, who is the chairperson of DDMA, had said they will consider allowing schools in the city to resume in-person classes for students of classes 6 to 8 after the festive season
The Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights highlighted the learning loss faced by children due to the prolonged closure of schools during the Covid-19 pandemic. (HT Archive)
The Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights highlighted the learning loss faced by children due to the prolonged closure of schools during the Covid-19 pandemic. (HT Archive)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:31 AM IST
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Delhi CM launches ‘Desh Ke Mentors’ programme

Under the programme, nine lakh students of classes 9 to 12 in Delhi government schools will be connected with noteworthy citizens who will offer them career and general guidance
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal with his deputy Manish Sisodia during the launch of the ‘Desh Ke Mentors’ programme at Thyargraj Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. (ANI)
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal with his deputy Manish Sisodia during the launch of the ‘Desh Ke Mentors’ programme at Thyargraj Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. (ANI)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:40 AM IST
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Delhi HC judgment on challenge to top cop Rakesh Asthana’s appointment today

A plea by lawyer Sadre Alam sought for quashing of the July 27 order issued by the Union home ministry appointing Rakesh Asthana as the Delhi Police commissioner, and the order granting inter-cadre deputation and extension of service to him
On August 25, the Supreme Court asked the high court to decide within two weeks the plea pending before it against the appointment of the senior IPS officer Rakesh Asthana as Delhi Police commissioner. (PTI)
On August 25, the Supreme Court asked the high court to decide within two weeks the plea pending before it against the appointment of the senior IPS officer Rakesh Asthana as Delhi Police commissioner. (PTI)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:05 AM IST
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Fire at paper factory in east Delhi, none injured

Delhi Fire Service chief Atul Garg said the fire ate through the paper roles in the godowns quickly spread to a shed. In no time, the inferno had engulfed an area of about 600 to 750 square yards, he said
A fire official said the fire control room received an alert around 3.30am about the fire at the paper factory opposite Mandoli Industrial Area, and 16 fire tenders were immediately pressed into service. (Source: DFS)
A fire official said the fire control room received an alert around 3.30am about the fire at the paper factory opposite Mandoli Industrial Area, and 16 fire tenders were immediately pressed into service. (Source: DFS)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:19 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Gangster’s associate murdered in Rohini, cops suspect fallout of Gogi’s killing

A case of murder was registered and several teams were formed to identify and nab the killers. Apart from the local police, teams of the special cell and crime branch have also launched their parallel operation to nab the killers, who could be the sympathisers of Gogi
On September 24, Gogi was produced in court number 207 in Rohini court complex when two men dressed as lawyers whipped out their firearms and rained bullets at Gogi, killing him on the spot. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
On September 24, Gogi was produced in court number 207 in Rohini court complex when two men dressed as lawyers whipped out their firearms and rained bullets at Gogi, killing him on the spot. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:31 AM IST
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Man arrested for killing blind man with a brick in Delhi

Police said that on Wednesday night, they received a PCR call claiming that a blind man, identified as Radhe Shyam, was attacked with a brick, following which a team rushed to the spot and found him lying bleeding on the footpath
According to police, Shyam was transferred to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital and was later declared brought dead. (Representative image)
According to police, Shyam was transferred to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital and was later declared brought dead. (Representative image)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:39 AM IST
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Maneka Gandhi writes to Baijal, urges govt to arm, strengthen forest officials

The letter comes in the wake of an attack on forest guards at south Delhi’s Asola Bhatti wildlife sanctuary by alleged liquor smugglers
In the letter date October 8, Maneka Gandhi referred to the September 23.
In the letter date October 8, Maneka Gandhi referred to the September 23.
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 06:53 AM IST
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Delhi begins using Pusa bio-decomposer spray in fields to curb stubble burning

Environment minister Gopal Rai said the government has received applications for about 4,000 acres of farmland that will be sprayed with the decomposer. Last year, it was sprayed on 2,000 acres of farmlands
A farmer holds up remnants of stubble left in the field after using the Pusa bio-decomposer near Najafgarh in New Delhi. (Representative image/HT Archive)
A farmer holds up remnants of stubble left in the field after using the Pusa bio-decomposer near Najafgarh in New Delhi. (Representative image/HT Archive)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 11:15 PM IST
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Kejriwal launches programme to provide career guidance to students 

  • The ‘Desh ka Mentor’ programme aims to involve citizens in mentoring anywhere between one to 10 students from Delhi government schools to help them excel in “every sphere of life”
The AAP supremo also took a trip down memory lane to recall that when he was young(ANI)
The AAP supremo also took a trip down memory lane to recall that when he was young(ANI)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 07:17 PM IST
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By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Delhi Police tighten security, check for terror-preparedness during festivals

Delhi Police gave also launched a campaign for the verification of tenants in the national capital as one of the measures to tighten security. 
Delhi Police conducted mock drills, a senior official said. (Raj K Raj/HT File Photo/Representative Image)
Delhi Police conducted mock drills, a senior official said. (Raj K Raj/HT File Photo/Representative Image)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 03:03 PM IST
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By hindustantimes.com | Written by Meenakshi Ray, New Delhi

Situation in Delhi is 'critical': CM Kejriwal amid power crisis

  • "Many chief ministers have written about it to the central government," the chief minister Kejriwal also said.
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.(ANI)
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.(ANI)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 02:10 PM IST
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By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Delhi Metro commute update: Brief delay in services at Pink Line

  • "Delay in services between Mayur Vihar Pocket 1 and Shiv Vihar. Normal service on all other lines," DMRC had tweeted.
Delhi Metro's Pink Line is now the longest operational corridor of the network in the city. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)(HT_PRINT)
Delhi Metro's Pink Line is now the longest operational corridor of the network in the city. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)(HT_PRINT)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 08:33 AM IST
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By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Delhi’s air quality to slip into poor category as farm fires pick up

System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (Safar) has predicted that Delhi’s air quality index will now slip into poor category
Stubble burning is considered one of the major contributors to air pollution and smoky haze in Delhi. (PTI Photo/File/Representative use)
Stubble burning is considered one of the major contributors to air pollution and smoky haze in Delhi. (PTI Photo/File/Representative use)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 08:15 AM IST
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CBI nabs two cops for taking bribe from sub-inspector accused of rape

According to the police, the woman constable, who was posted in south district, had on August 3 lodged a rape complaint against a sub-inspector who was earlier posted in the same district.
On Saturday, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) apprehended Lekhram with <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50,000. Lekhram and Memroth were arrested later, officials added.(REUTERS/Representative image)
On Saturday, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) apprehended Lekhram with 50,000. Lekhram and Memroth were arrested later, officials added.(REUTERS/Representative image)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 06:54 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
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