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CBI files supplementary chargesheet in 2026 NEET leak case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a supplementary chargesheet in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2026 paper leak case.
Protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation turns violent in Delhi
A protest in Delhi demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar turned violent on Sunday.
DU students arrested for harassing women
Two students of Delhi University (DU) have been arrested for allegedly harassing two Hindu College students in Mukherjee Nagar on Wednesday evening.
DUSU 2026: Meet the new Vice-President Deepanshu Shokeen
Deepanshu Shokeen has been elected as the new Vice-President of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) in 2026.
DUSU elections: HC slams student organizations for alleged violations
The Delhi High Court has slammed student organizations, including ABVP and NSUI, for alleged violations during the ongoing Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections.
DUSU elections: Delhi HC bans victory processions
The Delhi High Court has prohibited victory processions after the results of the Delhi University Students's Union (DUSU) elections are declared.
DUSU elections: 900 security personnel deployed amid violence fears
Around 900 security personnel have been deployed for the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections on Friday.
DU to add 5,500+ hostel seats after PG collapse tragedy
In the wake of the tragic building collapse in Satya Niketan that killed seven people, Delhi University (DU) has announced plans to expand its hostel facilities.
Satya Niketan collapse: Owner, wife sent to 14-day judicial custody
A Delhi court has remanded Hariram Gupta, the owner of the paying guest (PG) accommodation in Satya Niketan that collapsed, and his wife Urmila Gupta to 14 days of judicial custody. Their son Mahesh Gupta was sent to two days of police custody.
Cockroach Janta Party places 7 demands after Satya Niketan collapse
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has put forth seven demands in the wake of a tragic incident in Delhi's Satya Niketan.
Delhi building collapse: IAS officer from 'dog-walking scandal' re-enters spotlight
Sanjeev Khirwar, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) commissioner, is back in the spotlight after a building housing a boys' PG collapsed in Satya Niketan late Sunday, killing seven people.
Absconding Delhi PG owner apprehended after building collapse killed 7
The owner of the five-story building in Delhi's Satya Niketan, which collapsed on Sunday, killing seven people, has been apprehended in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan.
Delhi PG collapse: PIL in HC seeks ₹1cr compensation
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking ₹1 crore as compensation for the families of the seven victims who died in the building collapse in Satya Niketan on Sunday night.
Why did boys' hostel in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapse?
A five-story paying guest accommodation, which included a basement, in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed on Sunday, killing six people and injuring many others.
'Distressing': PM Modi condoles Delhi PG building collapse
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in a building collapse at Satya Niketan, Delhi, terming it "distressing."
'Will PM visit DU again...?': Dipke questions Delhi building collapse
After a boys' paying guest (PG) accommodation in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed, Abhijeet Dipke slammed the central government.
'Dimagi Naxal' remark at SRCC sparks controversy, draws Opposition flak
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent speech at the centenary celebrations of Delhi University's Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) has sparked controversy.
Delhi model's murder accused has past of violent crimes
The accused in the Delhi model murder case, Mohammad Imran, was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in 2018 for sexually harassing a minor.
Muskan murder case: How accused gym trainer was finally caught
A gym trainer, Aqib alias Imran, was arrested on Friday morning after a gunfight with the police in connection with the murder of a 21-year-old Delhi University student.
'Almost split...head': DU professor assaulted by PhD scholar narrates incident
The Delhi University (DU) professor who was allegedly assaulted by a 31-year-old PhD scholar has shared his version of how the incident unfolded.
Delhi University drops Delhi Sultanate from PG syllabus
The Delhi University (DU) has removed the course on the Delhi Sultanate from its postgraduate History syllabus.
Mahindra Group appoints Shveta Arya as Group Chief Strategy Officer
Mahindra Group has announced the appointment of Shveta Arya as its new Group Chief Strategy Officer.
Privilege motion moved against Sukanta Majumdar for misleading Parliament
A privilege motion has been moved against junior education minister Sukanta Majumdar after discrepancies were found in the data he provided to Parliament regarding the National Testing Agency's (NTA) income and expenditure.
Delhi braces for another round of rain, orange alert issued
Delhi is bracing for another round of rain on Friday after heavy downpours on Thursday caused widespread disruption.
Imtiaz Ali recalls getting abducted from college over poster dispute
Acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali recently recounted a terrifying episode from his days at Delhi University's Hindu College.
DU professor's murder: 2 masked visitors may hold key
Debosmita Paul, an assistant professor at Shivaji College in Delhi University, was found murdered in her apartment on Thursday.
Hansraj College suspends 30 students; union protests against crackdown
Hansraj College in Delhi University has suspended around 30 students, including four elected office-bearers of the student union.
DUSU president, ABVP members force entry into all-women's college
Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) president Aryan Maan and several Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) members allegedly forced their way into the campus of Delhi University's Gargi College.
DU colleges evacuated after bomb threat emails: Delhi Police
Two colleges of the Delhi University, Ramjas College and Miranda House, were evacuated on Monday morning after receiving bomb threat emails.
Delhi University bans meetings, processions, protests for 1 month
Delhi University has banned all meetings, processions, and any kind of protests for a month. The decision comes after a recent protest over the implementation of new University Grants Commission (UGC) equity guidelines.
Veteran Doordarshan anchor Sarla Maheshwari passes away
Sarla Maheshwari, a veteran news anchor of Doordarshan, has passed away at the age of 71.
Hansraj principal decks up college for son's wedding; students protest
Hansraj College in Delhi has been transformed into a wedding venue for the son of Principal Rama Sharma.
Delhi Police oppose India Gate protesters' bail, allege Naxal links
The Delhi Police has opposed the bail pleas of college students arrested during a protest on November 23.
Delhi student, father booked for staging acid attack for revenge
In a shocking development, a 20-year-old Delhi University student and her father have been accused of staging an acid attack to frame three men, India Today TV reported.
'Was surrounded...': Professor slapped by DUSU joint secretary speaks out
A professor at Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, Delhi University, was assaulted by Deepika Jha, joint secretary of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU), on Thursday. She was accompanied by members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP).
Tripura student, missing for 6 days, found dead in Yamuna
The body of Sneha Debnath, a 19-year-old student of Delhi University, was recovered from the Yamuna River on Sunday evening. Debnath had been missing since July 7.
Missing Tripura student's note found: 'no foul play involved'
The family of Sneha Debnath, a 19-year-old Delhi University student who went missing on July 7, has found a letter in her handwriting.
President nominates 4 new members to Rajya Sabha
President Droupadi Murmu has nominated four new members to the Rajya Sabha.
Delhi Police aim to make city drug-free by 2027
The Delhi Police's Special Crime Branch is intensifying its efforts to make the city drug-free by 2027. This ambitious target was set by Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena.
Delhi University drops Manusmriti from curriculum after protests
Delhi University's Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh on Thursday said that the ancient Hindu text Manusmriti will not be taught in any course at the university.
What is Delhi University's new course on heartbreak, red flags
Delhi University (DU) is launching a new elective course titled "Negotiating Intimate Relationships" to help students navigate the complexities of modern relationships.
Mahua Moitra marries BJD leader Pinaki Misra in Germany
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra (50) has reportedly tied the knot with senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and four-time Puri MP, Pinaki Misra.
DU principal applies cow dung on classroom 'to beat heat'
In an unconventional step, Delhi University's Lakshmibai College principal Pratyush Vatsala smeared cow dung on the walls of classrooms to fight summer heat.
DU's Miranda House takes legal action over 'Ziddi Girls' trailer
Reportedly, the authorities of Delhi University's Miranda House have filed a lawsuit against the creators of the web series Ziddi Girls.
Navin Chawla, former CEC who enabled 3rd gender vote, dies
Former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India, Navin Chawla, died on Saturday at a private hospital in Delhi. He was 79 years old.
PM Modi to inaugurate ₹12,200 crore-worth projects in Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday will inaugurate infrastructure projects worth over ₹12,200 crore in Delhi. Among these are the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor and a new stretch of the Delhi Metro.
Pretending to be US-based model, Delhi man dupes 700 women
A 23-year-old Delhi resident, Tushar Bisht, has been arrested for allegedly cheating money from around 700 women.
'Name after Manmohan': Congress, BJP clash on Savarkar college inauguration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of a new college named after Hindutva icon Veer Savarkar in Delhi's Najafgarh on Friday.
Delhi triple murder: Student who killed family was state-level boxer
A 20-year-old Delhi University student and state-level boxer, Arjun Tanwar, has been arrested for the murder of his parents and sister.
'500 years of sanskar...': RSS's Bhagwat on India's life force
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has claimed that India has a unique "praan shakti" or life force, which often goes unseen due to 500 years of deeply ingrained "sanskar."
Delhi air remains toxic, trains delayed, schools go online
Delhi continues to battle a severe air pollution crisis as the Air Quality Index (AQI) nearly touched 500 on Tuesday morning.
Who is Justice Sanjiv Khanna, India's next Chief Justice
President Droupadi Murmu has appointed Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI).
Prolonged imprisonment, inadequate care led to professor Saibaba's death: NGO
The National Platform for the Rights of the Disabled (NPRD) alleged that the death of former Delhi University professor and disability rights activist G N Saibaba was due to prolonged imprisonment and inadequate medical care.
DU Students's Union election today; AAP's student wing won't contest
The Delhi University Students's Union (DUSU) is set to conduct its elections on Friday, following approval from the Delhi High Court.
Khalsa College dissociates from DUSU polls, to conduct own elections
Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, a prominent institution under Delhi University, has announced its decision to disassociate from the upcoming Delhi University Student Union (DUSU) elections.
Heavy rain lashes Delhi-NCR, flights delayed due to waterlogging
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several parts of Delhi, warning of moderate rain and thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds.
Heavy rain batters Delhi-NCR: 7 dead, schools shut
Heavy rain battered Delhi-NCR on Wednesday evening, leading to widespread waterlogging and severe traffic disruptions.
Ludhiana native shot dead in Canada, 4 suspects identified
Yuvraj Goyal, a 28-year-old man from Ludhiana, Punjab, was shot dead in Surrey, Canada, in the early hours of June 7.
'Boycott elections' graffiti come up on DU walls; FIRs filed
Two First Information Reports (FIRs) were lodged following the discovery of graffiti advocating for an election boycott on Delhi University walls.
Academics seek action against Rahul for comments on VC appointments
A group of 181 academics, including current and former university leaders, have called for action against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following his allegations about the appointment of vice chancellors (VCs).
London: Former NITI Aayog employee dies in cycling mishap
A 33-year-old Indian scholar lost her life after she was run over by a truck in London.
Maoist links case: Ex-DU professor Saibaba, 6 others acquitted
The Bombay High Court's Nagpur Bench on Tuesday acquitted former Delhi University Professor GN Saibaba and six others accused in an alleged Maoist links case.
St. Stephen's College suspends 100 students for skipping morning assembly
St Stephen's College in Delhi has allegedly suspended around 100 first-year students for not attending the morning assembly.
'Brilliant student': Teachers of murdered Indian-origin teen express grief
Teachers of the Indian-origin teen Arianna Kamal, who was found dead with her parents in their $5 million Dover mansion in Massachusetts, Boston, United States (US), remember her as a "brilliant student" and an "amazing singer."
Delhi's air quality 'poor' despite rain, DU advances winter break
Delhi's air quality remained in the "poor" range despite some relief from rain on Friday, per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Delhi: 'Red Light On, Gaadi Off' replaces odd-even anti-pollution rule
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday said the "Red Light On, Gaadi Off" initiative would be relaunched on Thursday, as the national capital's air quality index (AQI) has dropped to "very poor."
RSS's Krishna Gopal links curbs on women to 'Islamic invasions'
Senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Krishna Gopal on Sunday claimed that restrictions imposed on women in Indian society were due to "Islamic invasions," The Indian Express reported.
DU UG admission 2023: 1st merit list to release today
Delhi University will release the first allocation list for undergraduate admissions on Tuesday (August 1).
No black dresses, compulsory attendance: DU guidelines before Modi's visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the chief guest for the closing ceremony of Delhi University's (DU) centenary celebrations on Friday.
DU's B.Tech admissions likely to begin in June: Report
Delhi University (DU) is introducing three new Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) courses this academic year, and their registration process will likely begin at the end of this month, Hindustan Times reported, quoting university officials.
NIRF Rankings: IIT Madras tops again, IISc best among universities
The Minister of State for Education, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh on Monday unveiled the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings 2023.