Articles about Connaught Place
23 Aug 2021
India's first smog tower inaugurated in Delhi
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal inaugurated the "country's first smog tower" at Connaught Place in Delhi on Monday and said it will prove to be a milestone and many such structures can be installed in the city if the pilot project yields results.
13 Aug 2021
Inauguration of Delhi's first smog tower expected on August 23
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is expected to inaugurate the national capital's first smog tower at Connaught Place on August 23, Delhi government officials said on Friday.
22 Jan 2021
India's first Porsche Studio opens in New Delhi
Porsche has introduced a new showroom format for India called the 'Porsche Studio.' It is one of just 14 in the world.
29 Sep 2020
In Delhi, mask-wearing rules flouted; over Rs. 1cr fine collected
Despite repeated statements from the government stressing on the importance of wearing masks, residents of Delhi seemingly don't care enough, data complied from last week shows.
23 Sep 2020
Emerging coronavirus hotspots identified in Delhi; CP, Lajpat on list
To get ahead of the coronavirus curve, the Delhi government has identified 33 areas as "emerging hotspots". Localities like Connaught Place, Lajpat Nagar, Model Town, Laxmi Nagar, and Paschim Vihar featured on the list, HT reported.
19 Jul 2020
2 dead, water-logging in Delhi-NCR due to heavy rain
Two persons were reported dead on Sunday as heavy rain flooded key regions of Delhi and surroundings areas.
22 Feb 2020
Five restaurants in Delhi-NCR you must check out
Good food is one of the most important aspects of our lives.
12 Feb 2020
On February 16, Kejriwal to take oath at Ramlila Maidan
Rewarded with a stunning mandate by people of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal will take the oath as the Chief Minister for a straight third time on Sunday, February 16.
27 Jan 2020
Government wants to sell entire stake in Air India
The government wants to sell Air India and has invited bids for the same. But unlike its previous attempt in 2018, this time the government has put its complete stake in the debt-ridden airlines on sale.
31 Dec 2019
#NewYearsEve: All about the traffic restrictions in Delhi, tonight
Getting to the heart of New Delhi for New Year's celebrations will not be easy tonight, courtesy the number of restrictions that cops have put.
30 Oct 2019
Delhi Police to shift into 17-story headquarters in Connaught Place
For the first time in decades, a new Delhi Police headquarters will be inaugurated on Thursday.
17 Oct 2019
Delhi government's plan: Rs. 1,000 parking fee for 10 hours
A committee of Delhi government and civic officials has formulated a new plan, under which parking a private car in popular areas of the capital such as Connaught Place (CP) could cost you Rs. 1,000 for a 10-hour workday.
06 Sep 2019
This Delhi restaurant now offers a Kashmir-themed 'Article 370 Thali'
After the repeal of Jammu and Kashmir's special status last month, a restaurant in Delhi is offering a Article 370-themed discount.
14 Mar 2019
Restaurant employee clones customers' debit, credit cards, loots Rs. 3.75L
An employee of a central Delhi restaurant has been arrested for allegedly cloning debit and credit cards of customers and duping them of nearly Rs. 4L, police said yesterday.
26 Feb 2019
Diljit Dosanjh becomes first turbaned Sikh to have wax statue
Diljit Dosanjh, the rising sensation from Punjab, successfully carved a niche for himself with his impeccable acting prowess.
28 Jan 2019
#CareerBytes: 5 famous UPSC IAS coaching institutes in Delhi
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the toughest exams and but with the right preparation, one can crack it.
12 Jan 2019
Delhi: Google responds to Pixel customer putting up anti-Google posters
Google has finally responded to a man from Haryana, Manu Aggarwal, who had been putting up anti-Google posters all over Delhi to protest against the malfunctioning of his Google Pixel smartphone.
13 Dec 2018
OnePlus fifth anniversary sale: Best deals on OnePlus 6T
Celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, OnePlus recently launched the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition at Rs. 50,999.
28 Nov 2018
Delhi: Drunk driver speeds away with alcometer after test
In a bizarre incident, which happened in Delhi on Friday night, a drunk driver snatched the alcometer from a police officer and sped away.
08 Oct 2018
Auto-rickshaw driver stabbed to death over charging extra fare: Police
A 26-year-old autorickshaw driver was stabbed to death allegedly by his passengers for charging extra fare at night and for carrying an additional passenger at Connaught Place in New Delhi, police said today.
21 Aug 2018
Delhi: Homeless woman run over by SUV, dragged for 300m
On Sunday night, at around 9pm, a 50-year-old woman was killed in Connaught Place after she was run over by an SUV driven by a 20-year-old fashion student.
16 Aug 2018
Smart Cities: You'll soon get free Wi-Fi in Delhi
Parts of the national capital are slated to get free Wi-Fi and high-speed broadband connections soon, following the launch of a slew of smart city projects by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh.
13 Aug 2018
Blue or orange? Vehicles in Delhi-NCR to soon be color-labeled
The SC has accepted a proposal by the road transport and highways ministry to color-label vehicles depending on the fuel they use.
04 Aug 2018
Three women JD(U)-spokespersons' open-letter to Rabri ahead of Tejashwi's sit-in
Three women spokespersons of ruling JD(U) in Bihar today wrote an open letter to former Bihar CM Rabri Devi asking her to expel from the party those involved in immoral acts.
04 Aug 2018
Delhi: Mother of two girls, kills third new-born daughter
In a shocking incident, a 32-year-old woman allegedly killed her new-born child at a West Delhi hospital because she didn't want another daughter. The accused identified as Reeta Devi claimed she was 'out of her senses'.
28 Jul 2018
Delhi pollution chokes parking sensors, unable to detect empty slots
Sensor-based parking, New Delhi Municipal Corporation's ambitious project, has been clouded by Delhi's rising air-pollution levels.
11 Jul 2018
Connaught Place, world's 9th most expensive office location: CBRE
New Delhi's Connaught Place moved one notch up to become the world's ninth most expensive office location with an annual prime rent of $153.26/sqft from last year's 10th most expensive office location, property consultant CBRE said.
02 Jul 2018
Delhi: Use reverse vending machines, earn rewards for waste
Buoyed by the success of the 'reverse vending machines' already installed in the city, the North Delhi Municipal Corporation has now shortlisted nine spots to set up more.
27 Jun 2018
Delhi takes inspiration from NY: Advanced digital interactive panels installed
Have you seen about the new panel-type kiosks at Connaught Place in Delhi? Been curious?
23 Jun 2018
Get beer for just Rs. 21 at this bar, tomorrow
The last weekend of a month can be depressing. After clearing all dues, one isn't left with much money to do outdoors.
27 Mar 2018
PNB fraud: Bank manager, 3 others convicted after 24-year trial
A former Punjab National Bank manager and three private persons have been convicted in a loan fraud case by a special court almost after a 24-year trial.
26 Mar 2018
Delhi: 7 lakh business-establishments to remain shut on March 28
More than seven lakh business establishments and over 3,000 commercial markets of Delhi including Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, and Lajpat Nagar will remain closed on March 28 as traders will hold a mega rally to demand protection from the sealing drive.
19 Mar 2018
Delhi government launches app to scout singing, dancing talent
To give a platform to aspiring singers and dancers in the city, the Delhi Government today launched a mobile application that would allow deserving applicants down to the ward-level to showcase their talent on a big stage.
16 Mar 2018
Daler Mehndi convicted for two years; gets bail in minutes
Punjabi pop singer Daler Mehndi and his brother Shamsher Singh were today convicted in an illegal immigration case by a Patiala Court and given a jail sentence of two years.
13 Mar 2018
Delhi sealing: Major markets in Delhi to remain shut today
Traders in Delhi have launched another bandh to protest the ongoing sealing drive in the capital.
08 Mar 2018
Delhi: Auto driver killed after minor rams car into three-wheeler
An autorickshaw driver was killed and the three-wheeler severely damaged when a car being driven by a 17-year-old boy in Delhi rammed into it.
07 Mar 2018
'Short skirts not invitation to rape': Delhi men demand women's-safety
'Short skirts are not an invitation to rape' - several men silently gave out this strong message by wearing only shorts to a rally on Tuesday.
05 Mar 2018
Artists to portray Delhi's cultural character through their arts
A new festival is going to alive the cultural character of Delhi, by portraying the city through the eye of an artist.
28 Feb 2018
Delhi: Snatchers shoot man for resisting robbery bid
A 50-year-old man was shot in Delhi's Connaught Place when he tried to stop two men from snatching his bag.
03 Feb 2018
Major Delhi shopping hubs to remain shut today
In a bid to support the protesting traders against the mass sealing drive, at least 15 popular shopping hubs of Delhi will remain shut on Saturday.
