Delhi: News
Delhi officially known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi or NCT, is a union territory and a city of India. It covers an area of 1,484 square kilometres and is the second most populous and wealthiest city in India after Mumbai. The current Chief Minister of Delhi is Arvind Kejriwal with Hindi being the official language of the city.
IndiGo cancels 220+ flights as disruptions continue for 6th day
IndiGo has canceled over 220 flights at Delhi and Mumbai airports today.
Pakistani woman seeks Modi's intervention as husband prepares Delhi wedding
A Pakistani woman, Nikita Nagdev, has sought intervention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging her husband abandoned her and is planning a second marriage in Delhi.
IndiGo ordered to clear refunds: When's deadline; who gets refund
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered IndiGo Airlines to complete all pending refunds for canceled or disrupted flights by 8:00pm on Sunday.
Delhi's air quality improves slightly; AQI at 305
Delhi woke up to a thick layer of smog on Sunday as its Air Quality Index (AQI) settled at 305, still in the "very poor" category. However, this is a slight improvement from Saturday, when its average AQI was 330.
Ghaziabad tops pollution chart, 20 NCR cities see PM2.5 surge
Air pollution in Northern India witnessed a sharp spike in November, with Ghaziabad emerging as the most polluted city in the country.
Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor' as temperature rises amid disturbance
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) worsened further on Saturday, despite a slight rise in the minimum temperature.
'Not could be...will be': Aviation minister about penalties on IndiGo
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has said that IndiGo's operational issues are "on the verge of getting resolved." He added that action against the airline is a matter of when, not if.
Trapped 8 hours, couple bleeds to death on Delhi-Mumbai expressway
A tragic accident on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Nuh has claimed the lives of a couple from Delhi, The Indian Express reported.
Delhi-Mumbai Expressway's DND-Faridabad-Sohna stretch 94% done, opening in June 2026
The crucial link between central Delhi and the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is expected to be completed by June 2026.
Centre orders high-level probe into IndiGo crisis
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has initiated a high-level probe into the ongoing disruption of IndiGo's flight operations.
IndiGo cancellations: Your credit card travel insurance could cover losses
IndiGo's operational turmoil has resulted in over 700 flight cancellations on December 5 alone.
All flight schedules expected to stabilize by midnight
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has said it expects all flight schedules to stabilize and begin returning to normal at Friday midnight, with full services and stability expected over the next couple of days.
All IndiGo domestic flights out of Delhi canceled till midnight
All domestic flights of IndiGo Airlines departing from Delhi have been canceled till midnight on Friday. The announcement was made by the airport on social media platform X.
When in Delhi, definitely try bedmi puri and aloo
Bedmi puri and aloo is a popular breakfast option in Delhi, loved for its taste and filling nature.
Not just for Putin's visit: Why Delhi's on high alert
Delhi has been put on high alert ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day visit starting Thursday.
250 flights canceled since morning; DGCA summons IndiGo airline officials
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has summoned IndiGo officials for a meeting as the airline continued facing operational disruptions for the third consecutive day.
'Maza lijiye...': Opposition protests on Parliament premises over air pollution
Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) staged a protest on the Parliament premises on Thursday over air pollution in Delhi and other parts of North India.
IndiGo chaos continues as several flights canceled amid crew shortage
The IndiGo Airlines chaos continued for the third consecutive day on Thursday as it canceled 73 flights at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport.
Delhi air quality sees mild improvement; enters 'poor' category
Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Thursday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 299 at 8:00am.
All Delhi-NCR potholes to be filled in 72 hours: Minister
Delhi's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has announced a major move to tackle air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR).
Delhi: CM-led panel to monitor pollution, fine violators
The Delhi government is forming a new panel to monitor pollution levels in the national capital.
How Delhi plans to tackle air pollution by NCR industries
Delhi's air quality has once again slipped into the "very poor" category, with an AQI of 335.
6 Delhi hospitals record 200,000+ acute respiratory cases in 3yrs
The Indian capital, Delhi, reported over 200,000 acute respiratory illness (ARI) cases between 2022-2024, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has disclosed.
Opposition MPs wear gas masks in Parliament over Delhi's pollution
Several opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) donned gas masks inside the Parliament during the Winter Session to protest against Delhi's deteriorating air quality.
2 Delhi University colleges receive bomb threats
Two Delhi University colleges, Ramjas College and Deshbandhu College, were evacuated on Wednesday after receiving bomb threats via email.
Delhi's air quality 'severe' in 14 stations; cold wave deepens
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated further, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 376 on Wednesday morning.
Shocker! Start-up co-founder arrested at 1am after client's 'frivolous complaint'
Delhi-based warehousing start-up Wherehouse's co-founder Vaibhav Chawla was arrested, following what he described as a "frivolous complaint" by a client.
Flying from Delhi or Mumbai? Get ready to pay more
Travelers flying from Delhi and Mumbai may soon have to pay more for their flights.
Government confirms GPS spoofing at airports, cites backups, cyber upgrades
The Indian government has confirmed that several major airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, were hit by GPS spoofing signals last month.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway opens for trial run, will halve travel time
The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway has started its trial run, promising to revolutionize travel between Delhi and Uttarakhand.
Government confirms GPS spoofing near Delhi airport in Parliament
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has confirmed incidents of GPS spoofing and GNSS interference at Delhi and other major airports across India.
'Stubble burning alone pollutes?' SC's COVID-19 'blue skies' reminder
The Supreme Court on Monday expressed doubts over whether stubble burning is the only cause of air pollution in Delhi.
Delhi's air quality deteriorates again, nears 'very poor' category
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 298 on Monday.
Red Fort blast case: 3 detained from Haldwani released
Three people, including a local mosque cleric, who were detained in connection with the recent Delhi blast case, were released by central security agencies, Hindustan Times said, quoting people in the know.
Delhi: Speeding Mercedes-Benz SUV runs over 3, killing 1
A fatal accident involving a speeding Mercedes SUV took place in Delhi's Vasant Kunj area near Ambience Mall early Sunday morning.
Delhi AQI improves to 'poor'; 'murder' remark creates political row
Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Sunday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) moving from "very poor" to "poor," according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Kiran Bedi urges ban on air purifiers in government offices
Former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Kiran Bedi has called for a ban on the installation of air purifiers in government offices and official residences.
Airbus software glitch affects almost 340 aircraft in India
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revealed that 338 A320 family aircraft operated by Indian airlines need a software upgrade to fix a potential flight control issue.
Anmol Bishnoi's NIA custody extended till December 5 by court
A Delhi court has extended the custody of deported gangster Anmol Bishnoi by seven days. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will now hold him till December 5.
In mood for khurchan? Top North Indian places to eat
Khurchan, a delectable North Indian street food, is a must-try for all food lovers.
CM Rekha Gupta declares '120 Bahadur' tax-free in Delhi
Farhan Akhtar's latest war drama, 120 Bahadur, has been declared tax-free in Delhi.
Delhi overall AQI 'very poor'; 'severe' in many areas
Delhi's air quality has plunged into the "very poor" category, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 384 on Friday.
What's making Delhi's air so toxic?
Delhi has once again been engulfed in toxic air, with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reporting a drastic spike in its Air Quality Index (AQI).
Muzaffarnagar youth who self-immolated alleging police torture, extortion dies
A 23-year-old man, identified as Anas, died on Wednesday at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after suffering 80% burn injuries.
Delhi: GRAP-3 restrictions revoked; check what's allowed, what's not
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage III restrictions in the Delhi-National Capital Region.
Listening to music during surgery can speed up your recovery
A recent study from Maulana Azad Medical College and Lok Nayak Hospital in Delhi has found that listening to music during surgery can help patients recover faster.
Toxic air pushes respiratory drug sales by 14.7% in October
The toxic air in the National Capital Region (NCR) and other parts of India has led to a sharp increase in the sale of respiratory drugs.
Kamla Pasand owner's daughter-in-law found hanging at Delhi home
Deepti Chaurasia, the 40-year-old daughter-in-law of Kamal Kishore, owner of the pan masala brands Kamla Pasand and Rajshree Pan Masala, allegedly died by suicide at her Vasant Vihar home, Delhi, on Tuesday evening.
Delhi sees 4-year high in malaria cases this November
Delhi has witnessed a spike in malaria cases this November, with 67 new infections reported. This is the highest number of cases for the month since 2021.
PMO flags polluting vehicles in Delhi; pushes for EV expansion
The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has directed all states and union territories to speed up the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and improve charging infrastructure, the Indian Express reported.
Dubai-based drug lord behind ₹2,500cr cocaine smuggling operation arrested
Pawan Thakur, a Dubai-based drug trafficker, has been arrested and will be deported to India soon, NDTV reported, quoting sources.
Video: Pitbull attacks 6-year-old boy, bites off ear in Delhi
A six-year-old boy was brutally attacked by a pitbull dog in Prem Nagar, northwest Delhi, on Sunday.
'Took us...beat us up': India Gate protestors allege custodial violence
Several people arrested during a protest at India Gate-Kartavya Path in Delhi have alleged they were beaten up in police custody.
Ethiopian volcanic ash reaches Delhi; urgent advisory for flights issued
The Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia's Afar region erupted for the first time in nearly 10,000 years on Sunday, sending ash clouds up to 14km into the atmosphere.
Delhi orders 50% work-from-home for offices amid severe pollution levels
The Delhi government has ordered all government and private offices in the national capital to operate with only 50% of their staff physically present. The rest are required to work from home.
Ethiopia volcano erupts after 10,000 years; IndiGo diverts flight
An IndiGo flight was diverted from its route due to the eruption of the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia. The volcanic eruption, which is one of the most remarkable events in the region's recorded history, occurred after nearly 10,000 years.
Red Fort blast accused Shaheen sought new PAN, passport renewal
Shaheen Shahid, the woman arrested from Faridabad in connection with the Red Fort blast case, has made it difficult for investigators to track her finances.
Where to enjoy chole bhature in Delhi: Top spots
Chole bhature is a quintessential North Indian breakfast that is loved by all.
Delhi AQI at 397; protesters pepper-spray police during scuffle
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) remained in the "very poor" category on Monday, recording an AQI of 397 at 6:00am.
'Sindh may return to India...': Rajnath Singh on borders changing
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made a significant statement by saying that the Sindh region may "return to India again someday."
Delhi gasps for breath as air quality turns 'severe'
Delhi woke up to a thick layer of smog on Sunday morning, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 381 at 7:00am.
J&K electrician detained in Delhi blast case; Jaish links suspected
The State Investigation Agency (SIA) and the Special Operations Group of Jammu and Kashmir have detained Tufail Ahmed, an electrician from Pulwama.
Major Indian airports to get anti-drone systems soon
For the first time, major Indian airports such as Delhi and Mumbai will soon be equipped with anti-drone technology.
CAQM revises GRAP measures for Delhi-NCR; know the changes
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has updated the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
How much will newly-elected Bihar MLAs earn? Know salary, pension
JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar took oath as Bihar Chief Minister for a record 10th time on Thursday.
Delhi school headmistress, 3 teachers suspended after student's suicide
The headmistress and three teachers of St. Columba's School in Delhi have been suspended after a 16-year-old student died by suicide.
Love sweets for breakfast? Try these options from across India
India's bustling streets are famous for their vibrant culture and delicious food. Among these, breakfast sweets stand out, giving an authentic taste of regional flavors.
'Donate my organs...': Delhi boy dies by suicide, blaming teachers
A 16-year-old boy in Delhi died by suicide on Tuesday, allegedly due to mental harassment by his school teachers.
'Putting children in gas chamber': SC advises against outdoor sports
The Supreme Court has requested the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to issue directions against holding outdoor sports activities in schools until further notice, in light of the severe air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR).
Congress to hold rally on SIR issue after Bihar defeat
The Indian National Congress has announced a rally at Ramlila Maidan, Delhi, in the first week of December.
Love tea? Explore India's most iconic regional flavors
India is a land of diverse cultures and traditions, and tea is a staple in most households.
'Disbar her': Delhi bomber aide's lawyer criticized for controversial remarks
Amir Rashid Ali, the alleged accomplice in the recent car bombing near Delhi's Red Fort, was the registered owner of the Hyundai i20 used in the attack, his defense lawyer, Smriti Chaturvedi, told ANI.
Al-Falah 'enriched itself' at students' cost; generated ₹415 crore: ED
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused Haryana-based Al-Falah University of making ₹415 crore by misleading students with false accreditation and recognition claims.
Red Fort blast terrorists planned ISIS, Hamas-style attacks using drones
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has uncovered a major terror conspiracy behind the recent Delhi blast after two major arrests made over the past 48 hours, India Today reported.
All Delhi district courts, 2 CRPF schools get bomb threats
Days after a deadly blast near the Red Fort metro station, all district courts in Delhi reportedly received bomb threats on Tuesday.