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Mamata To Attend NITI Aayog Meet, To Protest ‘Step-Motherly Attitude’ Against Oppn-Ruled States

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee confirmed on Friday that she will participate in the NITI Aayog meeting scheduled for July 27 in Delhi. Banerjee’s statement came amid speculations on whether she, like most other CMs of the INDIA bloc, would skip the meeting. She arrived at Delhi airport ahead of the meeting slated to take place tomorrow. #WATCH | West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee arrives at Delhi airport She will attend the NITI Aayog meeting, tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/3hiZhymMCj — ANI (@ANI) July 26, 2024 Speaking to reporters at the Kolkata airport before leaving for Delhi, Banerjee said she would join the meeting to protest against what she termed a discriminatory budget and a conspiracy to divide Bengal and other oppos...
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The cap on auto rickshaws is unjustified

An auto driver in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: AFP Imagine you are on the road, in need of transport. You wave your hand, and two auto rickshaws stop. Your chosen driver asks you where you want to go, accepts the metered fare, and takes you to your destination. Such auto rides are possible, but not always in Delhi. Earlier this month, the Supreme Court wasted an opportunity to improve the lives of auto rickshaw commuters by turning down a request to lift the cap of 1,00,000 auto rickshaws in the capital, imposed in 2011.The court received this application from Bajaj Autos in 2018. Judges felt that even if lifting the cap was the right decision, they could not be seen doing so at the request of a commercial interest. It would reflect poorly on the Court. The Court recognised the need to i...
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India Received 1.92 Crore International Tourists In 2023, These States Saw Highest Footfalls

India received around 1.92 crore tourists in 2023, while Maharashtra, Gujarat and West Bengal received the highest number of international visitors among states, the centre said in a written response to the Parliament on Monday. In a written response to Lok Sabha, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that India received 1,92,45,817 tourists last year, up from 85.8 lakh in 2022. Maharashtra received, 33,87,739 foreign tourists, Gujarat 28,06,871, West Bengal 27,06,942 and Delhi 18,28,116, the report showed. According to the data, Lakshadweep (755), Haryana (1,346) and Chhattisgarh (953) received the lowest footfall.    In 2022, Maharashtra received 15,11,623 foreign tourists, West Bengal 10,37,017, Delhi 8,15,713 and Rajasthan 3,96,684.       Th...
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Doctor’s Timely Action Saves Elderly Man’s Life Who Suffers Heart Attack At Delhi Airport

The timely action by a doctor saved the life of an elderly man who suffered a heart stroke at the Delhi airport. The elderly man reportedly fainted and lost his pulse after he suffered a heart attack at the Terminal 2 of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The woman, who was present at the spot, performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on him until he gained his pulse back. The efforts and the timely intervention of the woman are being praised on social media, where the video of the incident has now gone viral.  Today at T2 Delhi Airport, a gentleman in his late 60s had a heart attack in the food court area. This lady Doctor revived him in 5 mins.Super proud of Indian doctors.Please share this so that she can be acknowledged. pic.twit...
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Row Over Kedarnath Temple Replica In Delhi, Trust Replaces ‘Dham’ With ‘Temple’ Amid Protests

Following the protests from agitated priests, who are miffed with construction of a shrine in Delhi's Burari replicating the Kedarnath Jyotirling in Uttarakhand, Shri Kedarnath Dham Delhi Trust said that it will replace the word 'Dham' with 'Temple' in its name. The development came after priests at the Rudraprayag temple put their protest against the construction of the replica on hold after being assured by Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami. Kedar Sabha, comprising Kedarnath priests said that the agitation was put on hold at the directions of their president Rajkumar Tiwari, who met CM Dhami. Vinod Tiwari of the Kedar Sabha told news agency PTI that the issues was discussed with the CM on July 16, which resulted in a consensus reagrding the change of ...
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‘Arvind Kejriwal Can Go Into Coma, Have Brain Stroke’: Atishi Counters Tihar Authorities

Delhi Minister Atishi has raised serious concerns over the health of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to damage his health while he remains in Tihar Jail. Addressing a press conference, Atishi emphasised the dangers posed to Kejriwal, a long-time diabetic, citing risks of coma, brain stroke, and brain haemorrhage. "BJP is trying to permanently damage the health of Arvind Kejriwal. Arvind Kejriwal has been a diabetic patient for 30 years. Any doctor can tell that in diabetes, either sugar levels go extremely high or extremely low. When sugar levels go up, patients can gradually have a serious illness. But if it drops drastically, then it can be fatal. Arvind Kejriwal can go into a coma, have a brain s...
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Shankaracharya Opposes Plans For Kedarnath Temple In Delhi, Alleges ‘Gold Scam’ In U’khand Shri

Swami Avimukteshwaranand, the Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath, has voiced strong opposition to the proposal of constructing a Kedarnath temple in Delhi, citing religious texts and raising concerns about political interference and an unresolved gold scam. "There cannot be a symbolic Kedarnath," Swami Avimukteshwaranand stated emphatically. "The twelve Jyotirlingas have been mentioned in the Shiv Puran, with specific names and locations. When the address for Kedarnath is in the Himalayas, how can it be in Delhi? There are political reasons behind this. Political people are entering our religious places." The Shankaracharya also highlighted an alleged gold scam linked to the Kedarnath temple, stating, "There is a gold scam in Kedarnath, why is that issue not r...
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Delhi Minister Slams LG Over Spate Of Gun Violence, Says Police ‘Busy With VIP Duties’

Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has raised serious concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in the capital claiming attributing it to Vinai Kumar Saxena's tenure as Lieutenant Governor (LG). Bharadwaj told news agency ANI, "The situation in Delhi has been degrading since Vinai Kumar Saxena became LG. The law and order situation is worsening day by day. Now, the criminals do not fear the police. The crime rate is highest in Delhi. Most of the policemen are busy with VIP duties." "Large societies maintain their security by hiring security guards. People have stopped filing complaints with the police for incidents like chain snatching, mobile snatching, home burglaries, and vehicle thefts because nothing happens," he claimed #WATCH | ...
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Delhi: Man Shot Dead Inside GTB Hospital Ward, Police Suspect Personal Enmity Behind Attack

A 32-year-old man was shot dead by a teenager inside a ward of GTB Hospital in Delhi on Sunday, police said. The victim, Riyazuddin, had been admitted to the hospital on June 23 for treatment of an abdominal infection, according to police, news agency PTI reported. The shooting occurred in Ward Number 24 of the hospital, with only one shooter involved, authorities stated. "The PCR call regarding the incident in Ward No. 24 was received at the GTB Enclave police station," said Deputy Commissioner of Police (Shahdara), Surendra Choudhary, as quoted by PTI. Upon arrival, police found Riyazuddin injured, and he was later declared dead by doctors. #WATCH | Delhi: A PCR call regarding firing in ward No 24 of GTB Hospital was received at PS GTB Enclave. O...
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Delhi: Man Beaten Up, Shot At After Quarrel In Lajpat Nagar, Police Suspect Rival Gang Att

A man was beaten and shot in his left knee following a dispute in Delhi's Lajpat Nagar area, police reported on Saturday. Authorities suspect that the attack was carried out by members of a rival group, news agency PTI reported. The incident occurred at H Block, Lajpat Nagar Part 1. Police received a call at 6:47 pm reporting a quarrel and gunfire in the area. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found Abhishek Sagar, also known as Katya, with a gunshot wound in his left knee. He was promptly admitted to the hospital and is currently recuperating, PTI's report stated. #WATCH | Delhi | An incident of firing was reported in the Lajpat Nagar area. Members of a rival gang opened fire on a criminal. Further investigation is underway. More details awaite...
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DDA Postpones Demolition Drive In Delhi, Temporary Reprieve For 170 Pak Hindu Families

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has postponed its planned demolition drive against encroachments on the Yamuna floodplain near the south of Majnu Ka Tila gurdwara, which was scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. According to news agency IANS, a new date for demolition has not yet been announced.  News agency PTI reported sources as indicating that no immediate reason was provided for the delay. The move was set to affect over 170 Pakistani Hind families staying in the area, as per a PTI report. Videos showed preparation for the demolition drive earlier today. VIDEO | Visuals from demolition drive in Delhi's Majnu Ka Tila. (Full video available at PTI Videos - https://t.co/dv5TRARJn4) pic.twitter.com/2SYoaAGY0W — Press Trust of India (@PTI_N...
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DDA Postpones Demolition Drive In Delhi, Temporary Reprieve For 170 Pak Hindu Families

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has postponed its planned demolition drive against encroachments on the Yamuna floodplain near the south of Majnu Ka Tila gurdwara, which was scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. According to news agency IANS, a new date for demolition has not yet been announced.  Delhi: DDA has postponed its anti-encroachment drive in Majnu ka Tila and this postponement has given temporary relief to the residents. A new date for the action has not yet been announced. pic.twitter.com/2TtB0lGf2E — IANS (@ians_india) July 13, 2024 News agency PTI reported sources as indicating that no immediate reason was provided for the delay. The move was set to affect over 170 Pakistani Hind families staying in the area, as per a PTI repo...
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Video | Delhi Flood: JJ Colony रिहायशी इलाके से पानी निकालने का काम पूरा, अब भी परेशान लोग

Delhi NCR Weather Update: दिल्ली (Delhi Flood) में बवाना (Bawana) इलाक़े के जेजे कॉलेनी (JJ Colony) में मुनक नहर के टूटने से अचानक पानी आ गया. लोगों के घरों में पानी भर गया था. लेकिन काफ मशक्कत के बाद पानी निकल गया है. लेकिन लोगों को अब डर सता रहा है कि कहीं उनका घर बैठ ना जाए.   Source link
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Video | Delhi में कलयुगी पिता की हैवानियत, जुड़वा नवजात बेटियों को उतारा मौत के घाट

Delhi में एक कलयुगी पिता की हैवानियत देखने को मिली है. एक पिता ने अपनी नवजात बच्चियों को जान से मार दिया क्योंकि बेटा चाहिए था, बेटी नहीं..आरोपी ने हत्या करके मनजात बच्चियों को शमशान घाट में दफन कर दिया. Delhi Police Crime Branch ने आरोपी पिता को गिरफ्तार कर लिया है. Source link
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Man Run Over By Water Tanker On Waterlogged Road In Delhi — On Cam

In a shocking incident, a CCTV footage has emerged showing a water tanker running over a man in a waterlogged street in Delhi's Sangam Vihar area after a verbal spat. The incident unfolded in Delhi's Sangam Vihar area last Thursday where a group of people allegedly attacked a water tanker with stones, leading to a chain of events in which one man was killed and another injured. One of the attackers died after being run over by the tanker, while a bystander was stabbed by one of the attacker and is currently hospitalised, according to Police. A CCTV footage of the incident which happened surfaced on social media. According to the police, an autorickshaw broke down in a narrow waterlogged lane of Sangam Vihar and its occupants were busy fixing it. Soon aft...
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Flood-Like Situation In Bihar And Bengal, Flash Flood Warning In U’khand, Himachal — Updates

Several parts of the country are receiving heavy rains raising water levels in rivers over dangerous limits amid the threat of flooding. Flood-like situation prevailed in states, including Bihar and West Bengal, while the downpour exacerbated the flood situation in Assam where more districts are likely to be impacted.  The situation in Himachal and Uttarakhand remained grim with the met agency warning of flash floods. Here are the top weather-related updates from the country: - Many low-lying areas in West Bengal's sub-Himalayan region were reeling from a flood-like situation. Heavy rains are likely to occur till July 12 in the sub-Himalayan districts of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Coochbehar and Alipurduar in Bengal. - Major rivers in Bihar were ...
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Delhi Court Dismisses CM Kejriwal’s Plea For Wife Sunita To Be His Attendant During Medical Con

New Delhi, Jul 6 (PTI) A court here on Saturday allowed jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita access to his medical records and also permitted her to independently consult and seek advice from the medical board or doctors on his behalf. The court, however, rejected Kejriwal's application seeking directions to prison authorities allowing Sunita Kejriwal to be his attendant during consultations with doctors. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja said Kejriwal had not been admitted to a hospital and according to Delhi Prison Rules, permission was granted to a family member as an attendant with an undertrial prisoner by the jail superintendent in consultation with the medical officer in-charge, only when the prisoner is admitted in hospital. "This ...
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Delhi Ready To Deal With Floods, Says Minister Atishi

Delhi Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi on Friday said that her government is ready to deal with a flood if the situation arises. She said all flood control and relief measures were in place in case the level of the Yamuna rose. "We took the stake of the preparations of Delhi govt and all the concerned departments regarding flood relief and flood control. We hope that the flood situation doesn't occur in Delhi. But, if the level of water in Yamuna rises, Delhi govt is ready to deal with that," Atishi said. #WATCH | Delhi Minister & AAP leader Atishi says, "We took the stake of the preparations of Delhi govt and all the concerned departments regarding flood relief and flood control. We hope that the flood situation doesn't occur in Delh...
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‘Doesn’t Appear To Be Much Scope’: Jairam Ramesh Rules Out Alliance With AAP In Delhi, Haryana

All India Congress Committee general secretary Jairam Ramesh on Thursday ruled out the possibility of Congress and Aam Aadmi Party's alliance in Delhi and Haryana Assembly polls, saying that there seems to be "not much scope" for a partnership between the parties. However, he confirmed that the bloc will contest elections together in Jharkhand and Maharashtra assembly elections. The revelation was made by Jairam Ramesh in an interview with news agency PTI, where he said that there is no one formula the I.N.D.I.A bloc will follow for state elections. "The grouping will fight together in states where Congress leaders and other alliance partners agree to such an understanding," he said. Answering to whether the alliance will contest assembly polls together ...
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‘Backbone Of India’s Economy’: Rahul Gandhi Meets Labourers In Delhi

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday met labourers at a construction site at Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar in Delhi. He was spotted interacting with them and indulging in manual labour at the site with the labourers. He stated that his life mission is to ensure the labourers, whom he called "backbone of the India's economy", receive their due respect and rights. Rahul Gandhi shared the pictures and videos of his interaction with the labourers on his WhatsApp channel, where he wrote: "Today, I met with laborer brothers at GTB Nagar, learned about their troubles and problems, and lent a hand at a site in Gopalpur. There is no limit to their hard work, but the fruits are minimal – these brothers, who build the country with their hands, deser...
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On Cam: Video Shows Leaking Roof Of Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Train, Railways Responds

Several passengers travelling from Delhi to Varanasi on the Vande Bharat Express train complained of water leaking from the roof of the train.  A video is doing rounds on social media showing water dripping down the roof and the seats drenched. In the video, a woman could be heard saying, “Tell everyone in your college! Nobody should be travelling…." वंदेभारत ट्रेन का हाल देखिए ये ट्रेन दिल्ली-वाराणसी रुट पर दौड़ती है. वंदेभारत का नंबर है 22416. pic.twitter.com/uMO8I65FZa — Priya singh (@priyarajputlive) July 2, 2024 Sharing the video on social media platform X, a user posted, “See the condition of Vandebharat train. This train runs on the Delhi-Varanasi route. The number of Vande Bharat is 22416.” According to a report in NDTV, several passe...
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Delhi Govt Announces Rs 10 Lakh Compensation For Kin Of Those Who Drowned Due To Heavy Rain

The Delhi government on Sunday announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakhs for the families of all those who drowned and lost their lives in the extreme rain on Friday (June 28).  Delhi Minister Atishi has directed the ACS Revenue to identify those who lost their lives with the support of area hospitals and Delhi Police and to immediately provide them compensation. Delhi Govt announces compensation of Rs. 10 lakhs for the families of all those who drowned and lost their lives after the extreme rainfall on June 28. Minister Atishi directs the ACS Revenue to identify those who lost their lives with the support of area hospitals and Delhi… pic.twitter.com/jwFFB0oo11 — ANI (@ANI) June 30, 2024 "It is hereby directed that the families of all those who...
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Delhi IAS Aspirant Loses Rs 1.20 Lakh in Café Con Amid Growing Trend In Dating Scams

Dating Scams: A civil service aspirant from Delhi recently fell prey to a 'Tinder scam', shelling out a staggering Rs 1.20 lakh at a café. This incident is part of a growing trend of dating app scams in major cities, where victims are duped into paying exorbitant bills during dates orchestrated by scammers. Many such cases remain unreported as victims fear revealing their dating app usage to their families. The scam unfolds when the victim matches with a woman on a dating app like Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, or OKCupid. The woman quickly shares her WhatsApp number, and after some conversation, a date is planned. She insists on meeting in a particular locality with numerous cafés and pubs. The woman chooses the café for the date. At the café, the woman places ...
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India’s T20 World Cup Victory Sparks Wild Celebrations, Chants Of ‘India, India’ Echo — WATCH

India T20 World Cup Win: India erupted in jubilation as the national cricket team clinched their second T20 World Cup title, defeating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling finale. From Pune to Hyderabad, Chhattisgarh to Kerala, and beyond, fans took to the streets, waving flags and bursting crackers to mark the historic win. In Pune, scenes of exuberance painted the streets as crowds cheered and whistled in celebration. Visuals from Pune showed people on streets whistling and waving India's flag capturing the euphoria of the moment. #WATCH | Maharashtra: As India lifts the T20 World Cup trophy for second time, fans cheer and celebrate(Visuals from Pune) pic.twitter.com/6n9Tg0r5m4 — ANI (@ANI) June 29, 2024 Meanwhile, in Hyderabad, hundre...
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Monsoon 2024: Torrential Rains Lash North India, Delhi’s Rain-Related Death Toll Reaches 11

Monsoon 2024: Torrential rains have wreaked havoc across several parts of north India, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next four to five days. The deluge has resulted in tragic consequences in Delhi, where the death toll from rain-related incidents rose to 11 after the bodies of three labourers were retrieved from the rubble of a collapsed wall at a Vasant Vihar construction site on Friday. ALSO READ | Delhi: Bodies Of 3 More Labourers Pulled Out From Rubble At Vasant Vihar Wall Collapse Site Orange Alert In Delhi, Himachal Pradesh For Heavy Rains Rainfall pounded various parts of the national capital, including Rohini, Burari, and central Delhi, on Saturday. According to IMD data, the city'...
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Delhi: Political Slugfest Ensues As First Monsoon Rain Wreaks Havoc In Capital — Top Points

Delhi experienced severe disruption on Friday as the monsoon rains hit, leading to widespread flooding, the collapse of the roof at Terminal 1 of the Delhi airport, and the death of one person. The downpour also led to the electrocution of a 39-year-old man in the Rohini area. The first rains in the national capital sparked various political reactions.  Delhi Faces Chaos With Monsoon's First Downpor: Top Points Early morning rain inundated the city, causing severe waterlogging that submerged vehicles, flooded homes, and brought traffic to a standstill. Many residents were stranded, unable to reach offices or appointments.  Key tunnels, including Pragati Maidan, were closed and upscale areas such as Lutyens Delhi, Hauz Khas, South Extension, an...
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