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Delhi CM approves Rs 4,000 cr projects, unveils 100-year development plan

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday announced the approval of a Rs 4,000-crore development project for the national capital, outlining her long-term vision for a 100-year development model. Gupta made the announcement during an event celebrating 120 years of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI). Speaking at the event, she emphasised the importance of collaboration between the government and the business community. "I hope that the people of PHDCCI will work together with the Delhi government, which will lead to revenue generation in Delhi and create more employment opportunities," she said. Highlighting key focus areas, she said, "We have to work in every sector -- be it cleaning the Yamuna, improving education, health, tourism or transportation. We aim to transform the old image of Delhi and build the city from scratch." The chief minister also announced that the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) had approved projects worth Rs 3,000 crore as part of the broader ...

Ayushman Bharat: CM Rekha Gupta calls for implementation of scheme in Delhi

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday discussed the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in the national capital with BJP MLAs and party leaders, and said that no time should be wasted in delivering its benefits to eligible people. Gupta said that she has directed all MLAs to help eligible residents in their constituencies get their health cards made. We conducted the meeting to ensure that Ayushman Bharat cards for all Delhi residents are made at the earliest, she said. The chief minister also said that work has begun to identify locations for setting up 'Arogya Mandirs' across the city. We have set a target to identify 1,139 locations. The Delhi government will start working on this from today itself, she told reporters after the meeting. Gupta said that Ayushman Bharat, which has finally been extended to Delhi after a long wait, must now reach the citizens without any further delay. "The meeting today was to assign specific responsibilities to all MLAs to help

Dwarka court evacuated after bomb threat, search operation underway

A bomb threat led to the evacuation of Dwarka District Court in Delhi. Police conducted a search operation, but no suspicious items were found; an in investigation is ongoing

CM Rekha Gupta warns Delhi's private schools against arbitrary fee hikes

The CM stated that immediate action has been directed, with officials instructed to investigate and take strict measures

Delhi govt approves 3-month extension of EV policy, continues power subsidy

The Delhi government on Tuesday approved extension of its Electric Vehicle (EV) policy by three months and continuation of power subsidy in the national capital. The Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also approved the continuation of the existing power subsidy for four categories: domestic consumers, farmers, lawyers with chambers, and victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. At a press conference held at Delhi Secretariat later, Transport Minister Pankaj Singh said there will be no ban on autos or any other category of vehicles. Speaking to PTI, he said, "There are many things the government wants to do for its residents, and we will incorporate those in the revised EV policy. However, I want to make it clear that there will be no ban on autos, nor is there any proposal to ban any category of vehicles. The current EV policy is expected to continue for approximately the next three to four months. Home Minister Ashish Sood addressed the misinformation circulating abo

Golden Growth Fund buys land parcel in South Delhi, eyes ₹100 crore revenue

The fund plans to develop boutique luxury residences in Neeti Bagh area, targeting high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals

Delhi's EV policy may add 20K jobs, boost ecosystem infra: Manjinder Sirsa

Delhi's electric vehicle (EV) policy 2.0 may generate up to 20,000 jobs and will also set up battery collection centres while establishing a city-wide network of charging and swappable battery stations. Speaking to PTI about the newly proposed policy, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Saturday said the purpose of this policy is to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles to reduce pollution. The focus will be on mass categories such as two-wheelers, buses, three-wheelers and goods carriers with the aim of transitioning them to electric vehicles. GNCTD (Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi) shall target the creation of 20,000 EV jobs during the policy period and may also set up battery collection centres to strengthen the battery recycling ecosystem, according to the policy draft accessed by PTI. "By 2027, the government has targeted that 95 per cent of all new vehicle registrations will be electric, which will significantly reduce emissions in

'Hostage-like' chaos at Delhi airport: Over 50 flights delayed, flyers fume

A powerful dust storm caused confusion and chaos at Delhi airport, with over 50 flights delayed, 25 diverted, and 7 cancelled, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded and frustrated

Delhi hit by dust storm, flights disrupted; heatwave to return next week

A powerful dust storm hit Delhi causing disruptions and a death, as IMD warned of more storms ahead of a heatwave

Delhi govt considers series of green measures to boost EV adoption

Rs 2K-10K cess on non-EVs older than 10 years, pollution cess on petrol under consideration

Govt looks to increase RRTS lines, but funding, viability questions remain

Even though the cost savings in time-value metrics are significant, the RRTS routes are yet to find a viable public-private financing model

Rana's arrival at NIA HQ: Delhi JLN Metro Station's gate no 2 closed

Rana, 64, is a close associate of David Coleman Headley, also known as Daood Gilani and is one of the main conspirators in the 2008 attacks

Ayushman Bharat card distribution begins in Delhi: Here's how to apply

Delhi becomes the 35th state/UT to implement the AB PM-JAY, a scheme launched in 2018, which focus on providing healthcare access to poor and vulnerable families

Signature Global Q4 pre-sales booking down 61% over launch approval delays

This comes even as the realty major's pre-sales figure for the overall FY25 rose to Rs 10,290 crore, a 42 per cent increase from Rs 7,270 crore recorded for the entire FY24

Mumbaikars top Uber's forgetful list, leave behind gold biscuits, hair wig

Mumbai overtakes Delhi as 'most forgetful city' in Uber's 2024 Lost Index. From wedding sarees to 25 kg of cow ghee and a telescope, riders left behind some truly unique items

Delhi joins Ayushman Bharat scheme, 3.6 million people to benefit

Delhi government to initiate card distribution from April 10

Heatwave likely in northwest India over next 6 days; Delhi temp may soar

Northwest India is likely witness heatwave conditions over the next six days, with temperatures in Delhi expected to reach up to 42 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday. Regions likely to be impacted include south Haryana, Delhi, west Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Rajasthan and west Madhya Pradesh. The IMD said maximum temperatures in many parts of central and northwest India are expected to rise by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius during this period. In Delhi, daytime temperatures could reach around 42 degrees Celsius at some places by April 6 or 7. Earlier this week, the department said India is expected to see higher-than-usual temperatures from April to June, with more heatwave days in central and eastern India and the northwestern plains. Normally, India records four to seven heatwave days between April and June. States likely to experience more heatwave days than usual include Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh

Delhi minister Parvesh Verma vows action on inflated bills, promises relief

During a discussion on water shortage and sewerage blockage, Verma further criticised the past mismanagement

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta promises pothole-free roads before monsoon's arrival

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the Delhi government will ensure pothole-free roads in the national capital before the monsoon arrives in the city. Following a midnight inspection of road repair work on the Outer Ring Road stretch from Madhuban Chowk to Mukarba Chowk on Sunday, Gupta directed the officials to prioritise public convenience and ensure there is no negligence in execution. "She expressed her commitment to make Delhi's Roads pothole-free before the monsoon and has issued necessary instructions to all concerned agencies," a government statement said. "Our government is making every possible effort to strengthen and improve Delhi's roads. Today, construction of a 4 km road stretch from Madhuban Chowk to Mukarba Chowk, to ensure high-quality execution and timely completion," it said. The project, being executed by PWD Northern Zone, involves strengthening both sides of the Outer Ring Road alongside the elevated corridor. The road work is being carried out using cold milli

2020 Delhi riots: Court acquits 12 in murder, criminal conspiracy charges

A court here has acquitted 12 men accused of murdering two persons during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, saying there was no evidence on the record to show that any of them was a member of the culprit mob. Additional Sessions Judge Pulastya Pramachala, who was hearing two cases registered by the Gokalpuri police station against the men, observed that the WhatsApp chats of one of the accused, Lokesh Kumar Solanki, confessing to the two murders were not "substantive evidence". According to the chargesheets, the victims, Aamin and Bhure Ali, were killed by rioters and their bodies were thrown into drains on February 25 and 26, 2020, respectively. In two orders dated March 28, the court said that the prosecution's evidence about the messages being exchanged by the accused confessing to the murders in a WhatsApp group could not be used as substantive or primary evidence. "Such posts may be put in the group solely to become a hero in the estimation of other members of the group. It coul