Topic: Delhi / State

Supreme Court suggests Virat Kohli appeal for a cracker-free Diwali

The Supreme Court suggested using figures such as Virat Kohli to promote a cracker-free Diwali in Delhi-NCR and sought details on enforcement of firecracker restrictions.

Delhi flyovers to get up to 500 police booths underneath

The PWD will build 400 to 500 police booths under Delhi flyovers and carry out themed beautification at six major locations.

Jamia student union polls to return after 20 years, timeline set

Student union elections at Jamia Millia Islamia are set to return after nearly 20 years, with the administration announcing a timeline and agreeing to withdraw disciplinary action against protesters.

SIR deadline extended in six states, Delhi final roll December 22

The Election Commission has extended the SIR timeline in six states, including Delhi, where the final electoral roll will now be published on December 22.

Controversy before Diljit concert, notice sent to Delhi police commissioner

A controversy has arisen over some songs of Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh ahead of his Delhi concert, with DCPCR issuing a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner.

Diwali market showcasing visually impaired artisans’ skills opened by CM

The annual Diwali market showcasing the talent and self-reliance of visually impaired artisans began in New Delhi, inaugurated by CM Rekha Gupta.

Madras High Court notices Centre on Saurav Das nationality plea

The Madras High Court has issued notices to the Centre and others on a PIL seeking an inquiry into CJP spokesperson and journalist Saurav Das’s nationality and background.

Delhi to create digital road model to reduce traffic congestion

Delhi will prepare a digital road model to analyse traffic pressure, identify congestion points and plan improvements to ease peak-hour jams in the capital.

El Nino may keep Delhi winter warmer, pollution risk remains

Delhi may see a warmer-than-normal winter due to El Nino, but experts say pollution risks will remain if rain and wind activity stay weak.

Rahul Gandhi alleges people being stopped from attending INDIA rally

Rahul Gandhi alleged that people from other states are being stopped from attending the INDIA bloc rally proposed at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on November 1.

Rain postpones INDIA bloc’s mock impeachment against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Due to continuous rain in Delhi, the opposition INDIA bloc has postponed its proposed public mock impeachment against CEC Gyanesh Kumar by one day.

Waterlogging at Ramlila Maidan poses challenge to Opposition rally preparations

Rain-related waterlogging and mud at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan have posed a fresh challenge to preparations for the Opposition alliance’s November 1 rally.

Two mock Parliaments in Delhi to debate democracy, electoral accountability

Two mock Parliament programmes in Delhi will discuss democracy, elections, constitutional institutions and accountability on the lines of parliamentary proceedings.

Delhi rally threatens Rs 10,000 crore business, traders write to Sonia

Traders’ body CTI has urged Sonia Gandhi to change the 1 November Delhi rally date, fearing impact on Rs 10 thousand to 12 thousand crore trade.

27,000 paramilitary personnel to remain deployed in Delhi until November 16

The central government has extended the deployment of 270 CAPF companies, involving about 27,000 personnel, in Delhi until November 16, 2026, after a Delhi Police request.

Delhi online liquor app row intensifies as AAP targets BJP government

A political row has intensified in Delhi over an online liquor booking app, with AAP accusing the BJP government of promoting the facility and demanding its withdrawal.

Jamia students end fast as union poll timeline is set

The 18-day agitation and hunger strike at Jamia Millia Islamia has ended after the university administration set a timeline for the student union constitution and elections.

After Yamuna dip, Manoj Tiwari says perform Chhath Puja now

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari took a dip in the Yamuna at Sonia Vihar Ghat and urged people to perform Chhath Puja on the riverbank, drawing questions from AAP.

Jamia students end protest, union polls to be held in 2027

Students at Jamia Millia Islamia ended their 18-day protest after the administration set a timeline for student union elections in 2027.

Supreme Court questions Delhi firecracker curbs, suggests Kohli awareness appeal

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and Delhi government on firecrackers and pollution in Delhi-NCR, and suggested a Virat Kohli awareness appeal.