A fire erupted in Wazirpur Industrial Area, New Delhi, early Monday. The incident occurred after a cylinder exploded inside a house. A woman was injured, and four nearby jhuggis were damaged. The Delhi Fire Service responded to the call and controlled the blaze NEW DELHI: A fire broke out in Wazirpur Industrial Area early Monday…
IATA’s 81st AGM in Delhi marks India’s third time hosting, following events in 1958 and 1983. The 1958 AGM addressed technological challenges of the jet age, while the 1983 meeting focused on fare wars and security threats. NEW DELHI: “The freedom with which we can move this large assembly from Madrid one year to New…
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut criticized the TMC government in Bengal, cautioning against turning the state into North Korea, while Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan questioned the selective outrage surrounding Sharmishta Panoli’s arrest. VISAKHAPATNAM/DELHI: BJP MP Kangana Ranaut urged TMC govt in Bengal “not to try to turn the state into North Korea” while Andhra deputy…
New Delhi: A man and his sister were found dead, suspected to have ended their lives by suicide, in their rented flat in north-east Delhi’s Dilshad Garden on Sunday. Neighbours and family described the siblings as reclusive, rarely venturing out.The deceased were identified as Viresh Kumar and Preeti Tomar, who were residents of Baghpat. Both…
New Delhi: In a world where space is getting busier by the minute—with satellites darting across orbits, fragments of debris spinning unpredictably and new missions launching frequently—keeping track of what’s out there is essential. This is where space situational awareness (SSA) becomes crucial, quietly monitoring the cosmic traffic jam.SSA systems are tools and technologies that…
New Delhi: The effectiveness of Delhi’s monsoon preparedness has come under serious question with a few unexpected heavy rain days catching it unawares.Officials claim that preparations have been intensified amid forecasts of an early monsoon. These include the development of additional drainage systems at Minto Road and ITO (towards Vikas Marg), as well as structural…
New Delhi: Pakistani Hindu refugees from various Delhi settlements, fearing eviction, held a large panchayat to discuss their future. These Sindhi Hindu families, who fled religious persecution in Pakistan and were granted Indian citizenship last year, now feel betrayed.They live in five camps across Delhi, including part of Majnu Ka Tila near the Yamuna floodplain.Though…
New Delhi: In response to a rise in Covid-19 cases in the city and a confirmed case at Godavari Hostel, Jawaharlal Nehru University has issued an advisory urging preventive measures across the campus. A student tested positive for the virus on Saturday, prompting Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) to call for immediate action from…
New Delhi: Delhi govt has proposed setting up six Khelo India centres across the city to nurture young talent and promote a culture of fitness.Awaiting approval from the Sports Authority of India, these facilities will offer professional training, modern equipment and expert coaching to aspiring athletes, a senior official said. “Once operational, the centres are…
New Delhi: Intensifying action against immigrants living illegally in the city, Delhi Police has apprehended 132 foreign nationals involved in various crimes. Sources revealed that Delhi Police has arrested 78 foreign nationals in 2021 and 152 in 2022. The number of arrests in 2023 and 2024 stood at 94 and 112, respectively. As of May…
