Delhi Metro Rail Corporation: News
31 Dec 2018
Manish SisodiaDelhi Metro: Lajpat Nagar-Mayur Vihar Pocket-1 Pink line inaugurated
The 9.7-km Lajpat Nagar-Mayur Vihar Pocket 1 corridor of Delhi Metro's Pink Line was inaugurated by Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri today, which directly connects south and east Delhi on the rapid transit network.
03 Dec 2018
Lajpat NagarDelhi Metro's Pink Line timings changed due to technical work
Delhi Metro has temporarily changed the timings of train services on the Pink Line due to technical work beginning today.
21 Nov 2018
WhatsAppTwo JeM-terrorists may have entered Delhi, photo released, alert sounded
The Delhi police on Tuesday sounded an alert saying two alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives may have entered the city.
19 Nov 2018
Delhi PoliceDelhi: Since 2014, 83 people committed suicide at Metro stations
An RTI filed by Indian Express with Delhi Police's Metro Unit revealed a total of 83 people committed suicide across 58 stations of the Delhi Metro since 2014.
18 Nov 2018
Narendra ModiDelhi Metro's Escorts Mujesar-Ballabhgarh Violet Line section ready for operations
The 3.2km-long Escorts Mujesar-Ballabhgarh section of Delhi Metro's Violet Line is now ready for passenger operations, the DMRC said today.
06 Nov 2018
DiwaliLucknow Metro to run from 6AM to 7PM on Diwali
On the occasion of Diwali, Metro services in Lucknow will be available for passengers from 6AM to 7PM, Metro officials said today.
06 Nov 2018
DiwaliOn Diwali, Delhi Metro to run till 10 pm only
Metro services will be available till 10 pm on Diwali from terminal stations, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said yesterday.
01 Nov 2018
Air PollutionDelhi Metro introduces 21 trains, providing 812 additional trips daily
With air quality on a consistent decline in the national capital and neighboring cities, the Delhi Metro, on Wednesday, brought into service 21 additional trains on its network that will provide 812 additional trips per day.
20 Oct 2018
Delhi Government#DelhiMetro: Phase IV construction to cost Delhi-govt Rs. 1,200cr extra
The Delhi finance department's fears about the proposed Delhi Metro Phase IV project bleeding the state exchequer have come true.
18 Oct 2018
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)Take my money, clear Delhi-Metro Phase-IV: Manoj Tiwari to Kejriwal
Delhi BJP President Manoj Tiwari offered to donate Rs. 1,11,100 to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday, but on one condition: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal clears the passage of Delhi Metro Phase IV project caught up on the funds issue.
16 Oct 2018
Hardeep Singh PuriDelhi Metro construction to be halted for the first time
Since 1998, construction of Delhi Metro has been taking place in some or the other part of the city, and for the first time brakes would be applied on the mammoth project.
06 Oct 2018
Kailash GahlotDelhi Metro smart cards to go 'colorful' from December
Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot has announced on Friday that the blue smart cards of the Delhi Metro will soon have the hues of red, orange, and yellow.
29 Sep 2018
Delhi High CourtIIT-FIITJEE row: DMRC covers up FIITJEE logo at metro station
In the latest development in the row between IIT-Delhi and coaching institute FIITJEE, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has temporarily covered all mentions of FIITJEE's name at the IIT-Delhi metro station, till the time an issue pertaining to the size of a disclaimer is solved.
25 Sep 2018
Uttar PradeshMan held with country-made pistol in Delhi Metro station
A 25-year-old man has been apprehended at a Delhi Metro station for allegedly carrying a country-made pistol in his bag, officials said today.
07 Sep 2018
Hong KongDelhi Metro, second-most unaffordable service in the world: CSE
Environment think-tank Center for Science and Environment (CSE) clarified its study on falling ridership of the Delhi Metro wasn't only about trip cost but the total journey cost incurred by commuters, who because of poor integration of different systems, end up paying a lot.
07 Sep 2018
Kailash GahlotUsing Metro cards in buses? You'll now get 10% discount
If all goes well, you might get a 10% discount if you use the common mobility card in Delhi buses. This scheme will encompass all state government-run buses.
07 Sep 2018
Delhi PoliceDelhi: Man who stole laptops in Delhi Metro arrested
A notorious laptop thief who targeted people traveling in the Delhi Metro was arrested.
05 Sep 2018
Mexico CityStudy: Delhi Metro is the world's second most unaffordable system
A comparative study by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has revealed that the Delhi Metro is the second most unaffordable metro system in the world in terms of percentages of income spent.
28 Aug 2018
RainfallHeavy rains lash Delhi-NCR; waterlogging disrupts traffic in Gurugram
Heavy rains lashed several parts of Delhi-NCR through the night with waterlogging disrupting road traffic movement at many places in the national capital and Gurugram.
25 Aug 2018
Arvind KejriwalDelhi: Now swipe your Metro Card to pay for bus-rides
Delhi yesterday joined global cities using a common card for commuting on public transport, with Metro Smart Card becoming a valid mode of payment for travel in DTC and Cluster buses.
24 Aug 2018
Raksha BandhanRaksha Bandhan: Delhi Metro to run 598 extra train trips
In view of high ridership observed on the day of Raksha Bandhan and its eve, the Delhi Metro has decided to run 598 extra train trips on Sunday and deploy additional security personnel to handle the rush expected on the two days, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said today.
21 Aug 2018
DwarkaDelhi Metro: Technical snag affects services on Blue Line
Services were affected for nearly 30 minutes on Delhi Metro's Blue Line today due to a technical snag in a train, which was later removed from service.
21 Aug 2018
South KoreaFrom this Friday, use Metro card for your bus-rides too!
Come August 24, and you'll be able to use your metro card for paying for your bus rides!
16 Aug 2018
India#RIPAtalJi: Without you, India won't ever be the same
Although former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee breathed his last today, he has left India with a legacy that is nigh immortal.
14 Aug 2018
FaridabadIndependence Day: Delhi Metro Violet Line services to begin early
Metro services on Delhi Metro's Violet Line will begin at 4:30 am tomorrow to facilitate movement of people who wish to attend the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, officials said today.
13 Aug 2018
Independence DayThis special Delhi Metro train will spread patriotism. Here's how
Ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, the Delhi Metro has come up with a unique design for a train to spread the message of patriotism.
12 Aug 2018
Red FortIndependence Day: Traffic restrictions in Delhi from Monday
Traffic restrictions will be in place for Independence Day function at the Red Fort and on its full dress rehearsal tomorrow.
11 Aug 2018
Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)October gift: Noida-Greater Noida Metro link to become operational
In a development that's set to being relief to a lot of metro commuters, the 30km Noida-Greater Noida metro line will become operational from October, said officials.
07 Aug 2018
DelhiDMRC collected Rs. 38L as fines for sitting on train-floor
Delhi Metro collected Rs. 38L as fines over 11 months from those caught sitting on the floor of the train, a Right to Information (RTI) reply said.
06 Aug 2018
Arvind KejriwalDelhi Metro: Services on South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section inaugurated
Metro services on the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section of Phase III of Delhi Metro network have been flagged off by Union Minister Hardeep Puri and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, linking four major shopping destinations in the national capital.
01 Aug 2018
Lajpat NagarDelhi Metro: Lajpat Nagar-South Campus Pink Line opening August 6
The Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section of Delhi Metro's Pink Line will be inaugurated on August 6.
31 Jul 2018
Arvind KejriwalDelhi: Pink Line's South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section to open next-Monday
The over 8km-long South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section of the Delhi Metro's Pink Line is all set to be inaugurated on August 6.
30 Jul 2018
Delhi PoliceDelhi Police awards DMRC staff who helped save commuters' lives
As part of rapport building exercise, Delhi Police has rewarded a bunch of DMRC staff, whose alertness have saved lives of many commuters.
24 Jul 2018
Pankaj Kumar SinghDelhi: 7 arrested for robbery at Delhi Metro construction site
Seven men were arrested for their alleged involvement in a dacoity committed at a Delhi Metro construction site, police said today.
23 Jul 2018
DelhiDelhi Metro Blue Line: Services affected due to technical snag
Services were briefly affected from 9-9:15am on Delhi Metro's Blue Line (Line-3/4) today due to a technical snag near Rajouri Garden station.
21 Jul 2018
SuicideDelhi: Man commits suicide by jumping in front of metro-train
A 23-year-old man allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a Delhi Metro train at Jangpura metro station yesterday.
20 Jul 2018
RainfallDelhi: Pavement outside GK metro station caves in amid rains
A portion of a pavement outside the underground Greater Kailash metro station in Delhi caved in early today due to accumulation of water after heavy rainfall, a DMRC official said.
17 Jul 2018
Arvind KejriwalOne train removed from Delhi Metro's Magenta-Line after technical glitch
One train was removed from service on Delhi Metro's Magenta Line today after it had some technical problems, officials said, adding services were briefly delayed.
12 Jul 2018
Central SecretariatDelhi Metro's Violet Line services hit due to technical snag
Services were briefly hit this morning on the Delhi Metro's Violet Line, which connects Kashmere Gate to Escorts Mujesar, due to a technical snag, officials said.
10 Jul 2018
IndiaDelhi: Services affected on Violet Line due to technical glitch
Services were affected for nearly an hour today on the Delhi Metro Violet Line due to a technical-snag between Mandi House and ITO metro stations, an official said.