Delhi Government

Supreme Court criticizes Delhi Government for failing to furnish solid waste data

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court took strong exception to the Delhi government’s failure to provide figures concerning the daily generation of solid waste across the city on Monday. A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Manmohan described the situation as a “shocking state of affairs” and reprimanded the government for not complying with the […]

Delhi High Court criticizes government’s rejection of Ayushman Bharat scheme aid

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court expressed dismay on Wednesday over the Delhi government’s decision to reject financial aid under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), which provides up to Rs 5 lakh in health coverage for underprivileged citizens. A bench consisting of Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela called […]

Delhi Govt signs MoU for Yamuna eco-friendly boat taxi

NEW DELHI: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the Delhi government’s Irrigation & Flood Control Department (I&FC) have taken a significant step towards enhancing urban transport and promoting environmental sustainability by introducing an eco-friendly boat taxi service on the Yamuna River. This initiative is part of a broader plan to improve connectivity and reduce […]

NSUI, ABVP in neck-to-neck fight, DUSU vote counting begins

Vote counting for DUSU elections begins at North Campus under strict restrictions, with results expected by 4 PM today.

Delhi HC rejects plea for Chhath Puja at Yamuna Ghats

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused to issue any directions on a plea seeking permission to conduct Chhath Puja at the Yamuna River Ghats. The plea, filed by Santosh Jha through his counsel Kumar Pranav, requested the court to direct the Delhi Government to make arrangements at the Yamuna River for performing Chhath […]

Ineffectiveness of firecracker bans

The Supreme Court’s recent notice to the Delhi government and police regarding the ineffective implementation of the firecracker ban during Diwali has once again highlighted the perennial issue of air pollution in the capital. Despite clear directives and a complete ban on the sale and use of firecrackers, the city witnessed rampant violations, leading to […]

Delhi Police files FIR in landfill fire; BJP blames AAP

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police has initiated action in response to a fire incident at the Ghazipur landfill in East Delhi. An FIR has been filed against unidentified individuals involved in the incident. The case registered at Ghazipur Police Station, falls under sections 336 (endangering life or personal safety of others) and 278 (making atmosphere […]

Centre removes Kejriwal’s private secy in 17-year-old FIR

In a significant political development, Bibhav Kumar, the personal Secretary to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, was dismissed from his post by the Delhi Government’s vigilance department. This move comes amidst ongoing corruption allegations against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

Goa Court dismisses FIR against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

In a significant development, the Mapusa Court in Goa has dismissed an FIR lodged against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The FIR was related to Kejriwal's controversial statement during the 2017 Goa elections, where he asked voters to "Take money from everyone and vote for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)".

Ahead of ‘Delhi Chalo’ march, section 144 imposed in Haryana’s Panchkula

On February 13, the 'Delhi Chalo' march, led by Samyukta Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, will see over 200 farmers' unions participating.