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01 Jul

Overnight Bus Blaze on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Leaves Seven Dead, Scores Injured

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingDelhi, Mumbai

Dausa (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic accident on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Dausa district left seven passengers dead and at least 22 others injured after a sleeper coach rammed into a trailer and was engulfed in flames during the early hours of Wednesday. The private bus was travelling from Rishikesh to Indore when the collision occurred at around 2:30 a.m. Initial reports indicate that the vehicle crashed into a trailer moving ahead on the expressway, following which a massive fire broke out, quickly spreading to both vehicles. The impact threw several passengers from their berths, while others found themselves trapped…

25 Jun

Encounter Leads to Arrest of Final Two Suspects in Guru Randhawa Gym Shooting Investigation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Balwinder Singh/Gurpreet Singh): Delhi Police have claimed a major breakthrough in the investigation into the firing incident outside a gym linked to Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa, with the arrest of two alleged gang operatives following a late-night encounter in the national capital. According to officials, the duo had remained out of reach since the shooting incident earlier this month and were among the most wanted suspects in the case. Their arrest now means that all four individuals allegedly involved in the attack have been taken into custody. Police said Special Cell teams were acting on specific intelligence regarding the…

18 Jun

Major Anti-Trafficking Operation in Delhi Leads to 12 Arrests, Five Infants Rescued

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Delhi Police has claimed a major breakthrough in its fight against child trafficking after dismantling an alleged inter-state network involved in the illegal movement of infants. The operation resulted in the arrest of 12 suspects and the rescue of five babies, officials from the Central District said. The action followed a detailed investigation into the activities of a suspected trafficking syndicate believed to be operating across state borders. Acting on specific inputs, police teams carried out coordinated raids that led to the detention of multiple individuals allegedly connected to the racket. Authorities said the rescued infants have…

07 Jun

Two Arrested Following Intensive Search for Suspects in Delhi University Academic Murder Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaArrest, Delhi, Homicide, Investigation, Professor, Suspects

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Law enforcement authorities have taken a married couple into custody following a coordinated three-day search operation linked to the killing of a Delhi University faculty member. The deceased, identified as 49-year-old assistant professor Devosmita Paul from Shivaji College, was found dead inside her residence located at Satyam Apartments in the Vasundhara Enclave area of East Delhi. The crucial breakthrough in the case followed a detailed review of images from more than 100 surveillance cameras situated near the housing society. Security footage showed a masked male and a female accomplice entering the complex and subsequently departing at…

26 May

CNG Gets Costlier Again in Delhi-NCR as Fuel Prices Continue Upward Trend

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingCNG, Delhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Consumers across Delhi-NCR faced another increase in fuel expenses on Tuesday after compressed natural gas (CNG) prices were raised by ₹2 per kilogram, pushing the retail rate to ₹83.09 per kg. The latest revision adds to the ongoing rise in energy costs that has already impacted petrol and diesel users in recent weeks. This marks yet another upward adjustment in CNG rates within a short span, reflecting sustained pressure on fuel retailers amid instability in international crude markets. Since the middle of May, CNG prices have been revised several times, steadily increasing the financial burden on private…

22 May

Delhi Tightens Bakra Eid Rules, Cracks Down on Illegal Sacrifice and Unauthorised Animal Trade

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Ahead of Bakra Eid celebrations, the Delhi government has stepped up enforcement measures and issued fresh directives aimed at preventing illegal animal sacrifice and unauthorised trading activities across the city. Announcing the decision, Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra said the Development Department has rolled out strict instructions to ensure the festival is observed in accordance with the law and public order is maintained. Under the revised guidelines, the slaughter of banned animals such as cows, calves, camels and other restricted cattle species has been declared a punishable offence. Officials warned that any attempt to carry out such acts…

18 May

IMD Sounds Red Flag Over Rising Temperatures as Heatwave Tightens Grip on North India

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi, Heatwave

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Large parts of North India are heading into an intense spell of summer heat, with the India Meteorological Department cautioning that temperatures are expected to remain unusually high across several states over the next few days. The weather agency has warned that heatwave and severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue across Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and parts of central India until May 23. Delhi is expected to remain one of the hottest regions, with the mercury forecast to rise close to 44 degrees Celsius this week, increasing discomfort levels across the…

17 May

Another CNG Price Revision Hits Delhi-NCR, Commuters Brace for Higher Travel Costs

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingCNG, Delhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of Delhi and nearby cities are facing another rise in compressed natural gas prices, with fresh revised rates coming into effect just two days after the previous hike. The latest increase has pushed CNG prices in Delhi to ₹80.09 per kilogram, while rates in Noida and Ghaziabad have climbed to ₹88.70. In Gurugram, consumers will now pay ₹85.12 per kg. Cities including Meerut, Shamli and Muzaffarnagar are now charging ₹88.58 per kg, while Kanpur has crossed ₹91. Other affected locations include Ajmer, Banda and Hapur, where revised rates have also been implemented. Gas distributor Indraprastha Gas…

29 Apr

Sudden Weather Shift Cools Delhi-NCR as Storms Replace Heatwave Conditions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A spell of rain and dust-laden winds brought much-needed respite to Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, ending days of extreme heat that had pushed temperatures to uncomfortable highs. The change began in the early hours, when strong winds and dark clouds swept across New Delhi and surrounding areas, followed by light to moderate showers. The sudden weather activity led to a drop in daytime temperatures, which are now expected to remain below earlier projections. The India Meteorological Department attributed the development to a western disturbance affecting northern parts of the country. This system has triggered thunderstorms, lightning and gusty…

26 Apr

Delhi Braces for Intense Heat as IMD Issues Orange Alert

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The national capital Delhi is set to witness a sharp rise in temperatures, with the India Meteorological Department warning of heatwave-like conditions and issuing an orange alert for parts of the city. According to the weather office, the maximum temperature is likely to climb to around 44°C on Sunday, signalling a spell of intense heat. While the day began on a relatively cooler note with the minimum temperature recorded slightly below normal, conditions are expected to turn significantly harsher as the day progresses. Meteorologists have predicted a partly cloudy sky, but this is unlikely to provide much…