The Supreme Court is grappling with the contentious issue of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR. A three-judge bench has reserved its order after hearing arguments for and against a directive to remove all stray dogs. NEW DELHI: There was no resolution on Thursday of the emotionally charged dispute over a two-judge Supreme Court bench’s order to…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has overtaken Indira Gandhi’s record for the most consecutive Independence Day speeches from the Red Fort, delivering his 12th in a row on Friday. Only Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first prime minister, has given more consecutive speeches — 17 between 1947 and 1963. Indira Gandhi, who served two terms between…
The Met office forecasts continued light rain until August 20, including Independence Day. The heavy rain significantly improved Delhi’s air quality, bringing it to the ‘satisfactory’ category. NEW DELHI: The city was drenched by the fifth heaviest rainfall of the year on Thursday, knocking down trees, slowing traffic and delaying over 350 flights.The downpour meant…
New Delhi: After Supreme Court reserved its order on stray dogs on Thursday, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) said it will continue its drive against aggressive and attacking dogs. The Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules permit it to keep such dogs under observation for 10 days, it added.“We are adhering to the court’s direction dedicatedly…
New Delhi: A 50-year-old man died and his daughter was critically injured after a neem tree fell on their motorcycle in southeast Delhi’s Kalkaji during Thursday morning’s torrential downpour.The deceased, Sudhir Kumar, was on his way to drop his daughter, Priya, at her NGO office in Amar Colony when the falling tree hit them at…
Plan a house party this I-Day Spending the long weekend in the city? Make your Independence Day celebrations at home lively and meaningful, and full of charm. From crafting freedom vision boards with friends and hosting a potluck to a patriotic film marathon, there’s plenty to keep the day spirited. Set the mood with a…
New Delhi: In a move to accelerate “good governance”, chief minister Rekha Gupta has enhanced the financial powers of administrative secretaries and heads of all Delhi govt departments, officials said on Thursday.According to CM, administrative secretaries will now be able to directly procure all IT-related items, and undertake repairs, rentals, and maintenance, in addition to…
New Delhi: The hourly discharge from Hathnikund Barrage reached a seasonal peak of over 65,000 cusecs on Thursday, driven by heavy rainfall in the upper reaches of the Yamuna. Experts said that due to the high discharge, the water level in the river in Delhi is likely to rise close to the danger level during…
The I-Day fireworks at Jama Masjid are unmissable For those planning to step out later today, once morning I-Day celebrations wind down, or on Sunday to keep the I-Day spirit alive, Delhi offers a rich tapestry of history and culture – from heritage walks and community gatherings to iconic landmarks that chronicle India’s freedom struggle.Culture…
New Delhi: Delhi High Court has flagged the use of children by criminals, noting that such offences are the reason that prompted the reconsideration of the age of juvenility.Justice Girish Kathpalia made these observations while dismissing an anticipatory bail plea of a man accused of using a child in illicit liquor trafficking. The judge said…
