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CM Rekha Gupta unveils Delhi's air pollution mitigation plan for 2026

Announcing the rollout of the plan, Gupta said the initiative builds on the government's 'historic' Green Budget for 2026-27 and aims to translate clean air goals into measurable outcomes

Special court discharges Bhupinder Hooda, AJL in land allotment case

The high court had set aside criminal charges against Hooda and the AJL in connection with the re-allotment of a plot in Panchkula

CAQM holds off on Grap curbs despite Delhi AQI slipping to poor category

According to the AQI bulletin by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's daily average AQI breached the 200 mark on Thursday and was recorded at 266 (poor category)

Govt may review 50 mn minor offence cases after Jan Vishwas Bill: Goyal

Minister says prosecutors may seek closure of minor cases under new law, as Centre pushes decriminalisation to reduce litigation, ease compliance and improve business climate

Delhi govt says coordinating with Centre to manage LPG supply pressure

A control room has been set up to monitor the situation and receive complaints and inputs

Ganga water meets bathing standards; pollution declining: Centre

Jal Shakti MoS Raj Bhushan Choudhary said pH and dissolved oxygen levels of the river meet the required norms for bathing criteria across all locations, based on median water quality data for 2025

AAP accuses Chadha of indulging in 'soft PR', dodging key Parliament issues

The remarks came after Chadha earlier in the day said he was 'silenced, not defeated', a day after being removed as the AAP's deputy leader in Rajya Sabha

J-K LG Manoj Sinha orders magisterial probe into Ganderbal encounter

The family of the slain youth -- Rashid Ahmad Mughal -- had claimed that the deceased had no links to terrorism

Family moves HC for return of mortal remains of seafarer killed in Iran war

The petition has sought directions to the Union government to expedite the repatriation of his remains, claiming lack of clarity from the authorities

'Mastermind' of judicial officers' gherao in Bengal arrested from Bagdogra

The accused, identified as advocate Mofakkarul Islam, was arrested while he was trying to board a flight

UP to recruit over 81,000 police personnel in 2026-27: CM Adityanath

He said the large-scale recruitment drive would not only generate employment opportunities for youths but also help build a capable, energetic and modern police force in the state

'Silenced, not defeated': Raghav Chadha slams AAP after RS post removal

Once considered a close confidant of AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, Chadha had played a key role in party affairs, particularly in Punjab and during the AAP's tenure in Delhi

Adani meets CM Yogi in Lucknow, backs UP's $1 trillion economy roadmap

Following the meeting on Thursday, Adani shared a post on X, praising the chief minister's vision for transforming Uttar Pradesh into a major economic powerhouse

Vice President, PM recall Jesus Christ's sacrifice on Good Friday

Prime Minister Modi prayed that the day further deepens the values of harmony, compassion and forgiveness

North Western Railway to run special trains until July 15 amid summer rush

Authorities said these steps have been taken to ensure smoother travel and reduce inconvenience for passengers during the peak summer travel period

Delhi sees cloudy skies as IMD warns of rain, thunderstorms across India

Strong surface winds up to 70 kmph and hailstorm risk over Northwest, along with heavy rain in Northeast, signal an active pre-monsoon phase with widespread thunderstorm activity across the country

BPCL duped of ₹129 crore, 1093 accused nationwide; FIR against 7 in Indore

Of these, seven such individuals from MP's Indore are accused of cheating the company of approximately ₹5.72 crore

Haridwar admin planning to shift meat shops ahead of Ardh Kumbh 2027

Haridwar Mayor Kiran Jaiswal said a proposal to this effect has been drafted and will be presented at the Municipal Corporation Board meeting on April 6

National Insurance Company CMD be made party in criminal case, orders SC

Supreme Court directs impleadment of National Insurance CMD in forged policy case, orders SIT probe and flags insurer's failure to act despite alleging fraud

Supreme Court asks Sebi to close case against Sandesaras or face action

The SEBI's counsel said Solicitor General Tushar Mehta is deliberating with the market regulator and sought a week's time to apprise the court of the developments