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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal urges PM Modi to look into wrestlers' issues

The protesting wrestlers plan to throw their medals into the Ganga in protest against the lack of action against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

Thunderstorm, rain hit Delhi; max temp settles 5 notches below normal

A thunderstorm accompanied by rain hit Delhi on Tuesday evening with gusty winds blowing across the national capital, sending pedestrians running for cover and affecting vehicular movement. The India Meteorological Department said the maximum temperature settled at 35.9 degrees Celsius, five notches below normal. Delhi has been hit by a thunderstorm, an IMD official said. As gusty winds blew across the city, many pedestrians rushed for shelter as it began to rain while vehicular movement was also affected. The relative humidity oscillated between 48 per cent and 91 per cent. Delhiites had woken up to a pleasant morning on Tuesday with the minimum temperature settling at 20.7 degrees Celsius, six notches below normal. The city recorded 1.2 mm of rainfall during the 24 hours that ended at 8.30 am on Tuesday. The weather office has forecast partly cloudy skies with light rain and thunderstorm accompanied by gusty winds on Wednesday. The maximum temperature is expected to hover arou

Traffic diversion at Delhi Aerocity due to ongoing construction works: DIAL

Traffic diversions will be in place at two locations near Delhi Aerocity due to ongoing construction works, according to Delhi airport operator DIAL. Delhi Aerocity is in the vicinity of the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in the national capital. The diversions are being implemented after consultations with Delhi Traffic Police, DIAL said in a statement on Tuesday. "These diversions are essential due to the ongoing construction work of the Aerocity Flyover and the widening of the stormwater drain. "The first diversion, located at the Northern Access Road near Pullman Hotel/Andaz Hotel Turn, has already been implemented, while the second diversion is scheduled to take effect on June 1, 2023, just after the Traffic signal of Aerocity Metro towards Central Spine Road," it said. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) is a subsidiary of GMR Airport Infrastructure Ltd. Necessary signage and traffic management measures have been put in place by DIAL and Delhi Traffic Police

Delhi CM renominates retd Justice Rajiv Kumar Srivastava as DERC chief

The Delhi government had also filed a petition in the Supreme Court regarding the matter. In the petition, it stated that Srivastava was proposed in January as the new DERC chairperson

Politicians throng Shahbad Dairy victim's house to condole with family

Leaders from BJP, AAP, and Congress on Tuesday met and condoled with the family members of the 16-year-old girl who was killed in broad daylight in the Shahbad Dairy area of northwest Delhi. The girl was stabbed over 20 times and bludgeoned to death by a youth in a busy bylane of Shahbad Dairy area as passers-by looked on in fear and disbelief. While AAP leader Atishi met the girl's family members, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced an ex-gratia sum of Rs 10 lakh to her kin to help them tide over the tragedy. "The Delhi government will provide an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh to the family of the victim and will try its best to get the culprit punished severely by the court. Best lawyers will be fielded for this case," Kejriwal in a tweet in Hindi announced. Atishi in her turn slammed Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena and alleged that "such incidents can be averted if LG takes responsibility." "Daughters of Delhi are facing violence every day. Such incidents can be averted only if

Bystanders in Delhi murder failed to report crime, cops relied on informer

According to the police, at around 9.35 p.m., a police informer alerted the beat staff about the murder of a girl and urged them to respond quickly

No heatwave at Delhi's primary weather station for 1st time since 2014: IMD

Delhi's primary weather station, the Safdarjung Observatory, has not recorded any heat wave in the pre-monsoon season for the first time since 2014, officials said on Tuesday. A few isolated areas, however, witnessed heatwave conditions for a brief period in April and May, they said. May, historically the hottest month in Delhi with a mean maximum temperature of 39.5 degrees Celsius, has recorded below-normal temperatures and excess rain this time. Meteorologists attributed the phenomenon to higher-than-usual western disturbances -- weather systems that originate in the Mediterranean region and bring unseasonal rainfall to northwest India -- this pre-monsoon season (March to May). "Usually, five to six western disturbances are recorded in the northern plains in April and May. We saw 10 western disturbances, mostly strong ones, this time," said Kuldeep Srivastava, head of the Regional Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Delhi recorded maximum temperatur

AAP criticises Delhi L-G over Shahbad Dairy incident, questions priorities

"The L-G is so busy encroaching upon the powers of the Arvind Kejriwal government that he has forgotten his responsibility to protect the women of Delhi," AAP said

Gehlot lays foundation stone of reconstruction of Rajasthan House in Delhi

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday laid the foundation stone of the new Rajasthan house on Prithviraj Road here. Gehlot said the reconstruction of the historical Rajasthan House has been his government's priority so that the guests coming to national capital from the state can get good facilities. The reconstruction of the state guest house will incorporate the artistic architectural style that represents the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan, a statement said. Gehlot said his government is strengthening historical and important buildings such as Circuit Houses and Dak Bungalows including those in the state. Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister said he believes the democracy becomes strong if it is practised according to the Constitution. He said his government made budget allocations in such a way that it bridges the gap between the lot of poor and rich. Relief is being provided to people reeling under inflation through 'Mehangai Rahat Camps,' he said. Ge

Tribals protest at Jantar Mantar, demand Centre's intervention in Manipur

Hundreds of women from the Hmar, Kuki, Mizo and Zomi tribes staged a protest at Jantar Mantar here on Monday, demanding a "fair intervention" by the central government to put an end to the prevailing tensions in Manipur. The protesters gathered at the demonstration site holding posters and national flags and raised slogans demanding justice. They continued the protest even as it rained. "When I woke up this morning, I saw our chief minister has said Kukis are terrorists... We have been made homeless in our own home," one of the protesters said from a dais. "We are Indians, our forefathers have been freedom fighters," another protester added, amid chants of "We Are Indians" from the crowd. "We are not illegal immigrants," she added. The protesters raised slogans, saying they trust the central government, not the state government. Ethnic clashes, which have claimed over 75 lives, first broke out in Manipur after a 'Tribal Solidarity March' was organised in the hill districts on May

Delhi HC dismisses plea challenging Rs 2,000 note exchange without id

From granting bail to real estate developer in money laundering case, to issuing a notice to separatist leader Yasin Malik, here are important cases heard in the Delhi High Court today

Youth sometimes get carried away by emotions: BJP MP on girl's murder

BJP MP Hans Raj Hans on Monday termed the brutal killing of a minor girl in northwest Delhi "very painful" and said youth sometimes get "carried away by emotions" and act like "fools". The 16-year-old girl was stabbed multiple times and then bludgeoned with a stone by a youth on Sunday. The accused, identified as Sahil (20), was arrested by the police from Bulandshahar in Uttar Pradesh on Monday. Hans who, along with local BJP leaders, met the family of the victim, said the "strictest" punishment should be given to the guilty in the murder of the girl in the Shahabad Dairy area of his northwest Delhi constituency. He said it was a "very painful" incident that came to his knowledge on Sunday night and since then he was in touch with the police for quick action to arrest the accused. However, while talking about the present young generation, Hans told PTI, "It was unfortunate. Youth sometimes get carried away by emotions...they act like fools sometimes." Hans, who is a Sufi singer .

Shahbad murder: Victim's parents demand capital punishment for accused

The parents of the teenage girl who was stabbed and bludgeoned to death by a youth in northwest Delhi claimed they were not aware if she had any acquaintance with the accused and demanded capital punishment for him. Police said the victim, Sakshi, and the accused, 20-year-old Sahil, were in a "relationship" but had a quarrel on Saturday. The victim had gone shopping on Sunday evening for the birthday party of her friend's child when she was accosted by the accused in the densely populated neighbourhood, they said. A nearly 90-second video of the incident that was shared online showed the accused pinning the victim to a wall with one hand and stabbing her repeatedly in a busy bylane in the Shahbad Dairy area. He did not stop even when the girl slumped to the ground, jabbing the knife into her over 20 times, kicking her and then slamming a cement slab on her repeatedly. Delhi Police said Sahil was arrested from Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh on Monday. Waiting at the Ambedkar Hospital

Curbs on Ashram-DND flyover removed, route opened for heavy vehicles

The Ashram-DND flyover extension has now been opened for heavy vehicles after the low-hanging high-tension wires were lifted to a safe level, officials said on Monday. Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Atishi said the successful lifting of these wires has allowed all vehicles to use the route without any restrictions. "The movement of heavy vehicles on the Ashram DND flyover extension was restricted as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of commuters in the vicinity of the high-tension wires. However, with the assistance of the concerned department, the PWD has successfully lifted the wires, allowing all vehicles to use this crucial route without any restrictions," Atishi said. Earlier, heavy vehicles were restricted from using the flyover resulting in longer travel times and congestion on alternate routes. Now, with the removal of restrictions, the reduced travel time for both commercial and private vehicles will lead to improved efficiency and less congestion,

Wrestlers yet to meet after police detention release, to plan next move

Released late last night from police detention, the wrestlers are still contemplating their next move even as they continued to get support from sporting fraternity after police action against top grapplers was unequivocally condemned by political and sports personalities. Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, Sangeeta Phogat, Sakshi Malik and several others were detained by Delhi police on Sunday when they attempted to move towards the new Parliament building for women's 'Mahapanchayat'. Disturbing videos of police action against elite wrestlers emerged from Jantar Mantar, which will now remain out of bound for them. The wrestlers are demanding arrest of WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. "We will let you know soon what our next move will be. We are still gathering ourselves. I was released at 11pm and Bajrang was released around mid-night. We are yet to meet at a common place. We will soon discuss it," said one of the protesting wrestlers. The police, which has filed FIRs against the t

Himachal CM Sukhu discusses water sharing issue with Kejriwal in Delhi

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu met with his Delhi counterpart Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi and discussed water sharing agreements of Renuka and Kishau hydro projects, an official statement said on Monday. In the Sunday evening meeting, various common issues between both states were discussed besides electric supply for the upcoming Bulk Drug Park in Una district with the support of Bhakra Beas Management Board, it said. Sukhu said that high-level discussions will be held for the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Delhi and Himachal Pradesh governments regarding Yamuna River water sharing.

Delhi teen stabbed, bludgeoned to death by boyfriend; accused arrested

A 16-year-old girl was stabbed multiple times and then stoned to death in full public view in northwest Delhi's Shahbad Dairy area, a video of which is being widely shared, police said on Monday. The accused, identified as Sahil (20), allegedly stabbed the victim over 20 times before bludgeoning her with a stone in a busy lane of the densely populated neighbourhood. Sahil has been arrested from Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh, the Delhi Police said. Delhi Police PRO Suman Nalwa said he has been arrested in connection with the murder. He worked as a fridge and AC mechanic. In the video which has been widely circulated on social media, people can be seen passing by, staring in alarm, but not doing anything to stop the accused. Sahil later escaped from the spot. The police said the reason behind the murder is not known yet, adding that the body of the victim, a resident of JJ Colony in Shahbad Dairy, was found lying in the street. She was passing through the street when she was accoste

You can now use RuPay debit card for traveling in Delhi metro; details here

The implementation of the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) and QR-based tickets will enable seamless travel by metro rails and other transport systems across the country

No truck with AAP in 2024, no support over ordinance too: Delhi Congress

Several Congress leaders from Delhi and Punjab have opposed supporting Kejriwal over the issue

Delhi Excise Policy scam: Manish Sisodia used 43 SIM cards, says ED

The ED sources said that Sisodia had been using an iPhone 13 Max Pro for 11 months, but destroyed it soon after the L-G's order