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.
At 5.8 degrees, Delhi records season's lowest temperature
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 5.8°C on Thursday morning, marking 1.1 degrees Celsius below normal.
Want to visit toy museums? Skip these overrated ones
India is home to a number of toy museums, which provide a glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage through toys.
Cops, locals clash during demolition near Delhi mosque; several injured
A pre-dawn demolition drive in Old Delhi's Turkman Gate area turned tense on Wednesday night as miscreants tried to breach barricades and pelted stones at police.
Delhi's winter air carries antibiotic-resistant bacteria: Study
A recent study conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has found alarming levels of antibiotic-resistant "superbugs" in Delhi's winter air.
'Easy to blame buses, trucks for pollution': SC raps CAQM
The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for scientific evidence in addressing the Delhi-NCR air pollution crisis.
Delhi Metro staff quarters fire kills family of 3
A devastating fire at the Delhi Metro staff quarters in Adarsh Nagar, Delhi, has claimed the lives of three family members.
IMD alerts of cold wave across north, central India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a green alert for Delhi on January 6 due to a cold wave. The weather agency has predicted shallow fog during the morning hours.
CAG report flags oxygen failures during COVID in Delhi hospitals
A recent Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has highlighted major deficiencies in Delhi's public health infrastructure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
On camera: Delhi man thrashed, wife molested, son stripped naked
A violent incident took place in east Delhi's Laxmi Nagar on January 2, where a man was beaten up and his wife was allegedly molested.
Delhi's air quality worsens, fog delays 170 flights
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) worsened on Sunday morning, touching 298 at 8:00am, according to data provided by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Amul-backed Bharat Taxi to launch by January-end: What is it?
Bharat Taxi, a ride-hailing service backed by cooperatives, is all set to officially launch in Delhi and other major cities by the end of January.
PM Modi, President Murmu extend New Year greetings
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have extended their New Year greetings to the nation. Both leaders wished for a prosperous and happy 2026.
IGL slashes piped cooking gas prices in Delhi, NCR regions
Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL), India's largest city gas retailer, has announced a price cut for piped natural gas (PNG) used in household kitchens.
Explosives-laden car seized in Rajasthan on New Year's Eve
Police have seized an explosives-laden Maruti Ciaz car with 150kg of illegal ammonium nitrate concealed in bags of urea fertilizer in Rajasthan's Tonk on New Year's Eve today.
India ramps up New Year security with women's squads, checkpoints
As the New Year approaches, police forces across India are ramping up security measures to prevent public disorder.
Delhi air quality stays 'very poor'; fog cancels 148 flights
Delhi's air quality remained "very poor" on Tuesday, with a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 384 recorded at 8:00am. The AQI increased to 388 by 4:00pm, according to data provided by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
118 flights canceled as Delhi battles smog; AQI 'very poor'
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has been severely affected by dense smog, leading to massive flight disruptions on Tuesday.
Aravalli range: SC stays November 20 verdict that limited definition
The Supreme Court has stayed its previous order that limited the definition of the Aravalli Hills.
'Acts of bigotry': US Congressman condemns Bangladesh Hindu lynching
The United States State Department has condemned the "horrific" lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh.
IMD forecasts dense fog, coldwave across several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning that multiple regions in northern and eastern India are likely to continue to witness dense to very dense fog in the coming days.
World's busiest airports revealed: Check where Delhi IGI ranks
The year-end holiday rush has made December the busiest month in global aviation.
Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' after brief improvement
Delhi's air quality has once again slipped into the "very poor" category on Friday, after a brief improvement over the past two days.
Meals for just ₹5: Delhi government launches 100 Atal Canteens
On the 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the Delhi government launched the Atal Canteen scheme on Thursday, under which meals are offered for just ₹5.
No new mining leases in Aravallis, says Centre amid row
Amid controversy over the new definition of Aravalli Hills, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has ordered Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat to completely ban new mining leases across the Aravalli range.
GRAP-4 restrictions lifted in Delhi after AQI falls to 271
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has lifted Stage 4 restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR.
UP minister mocks Unnao survivor, mother after they are manhandled
The Unnao rape survivor and her mother were forcibly removed from a protest at Delhi's India Gate on Tuesday.
Rahul Gandhi slams 'dead society' over Unnao survivor's treatment
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has slammed the Centre after an incident involving the Unnao rape survivor and her mother in Delhi.
Unnao survivor's mother manhandled, blocked from Delhi protest
The Unnao rape survivor and her mother were stopped from addressing the media by paramilitary personnel in Delhi.
JMI professor suspended over 'atrocities against Muslims' exam question
A professor at Delhi's Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has been suspended after a question in an examination paper appeared to have caused a controversy on social media.
Delhi to revive EV subsidies to curb air pollution
In a bid to combat air pollution, the Delhi government is mulling subsidies on electric vehicles (EVs), including two-wheelers and cars.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor,' pollution control measures underway
Delhi is witnessing clearer skies on Wednesday, but the air quality remains "very poor" with a thick layer of toxic smog blanketing parts of the national capital.
Delhi's air quality slips into 'severe' category, AQI crosses 400
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated sharply as the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed 400 on Tuesday evening.
Air India is ending some non-stop San Francisco flights
Air India has announced the end of its non-stop flights to San Francisco from Bengaluru and Mumbai, starting March 1.
Air India Delhi-Mumbai flight returns after engine oil pressure drops
An Air India flight from Delhi to Mumbai had to return shortly after take-off due to a technical snag.
Delhi AQI still 'very poor'; over 150 flights delayed
Delhi's air quality continues to remain in the "very poor" category as dense fog envelops the national capital.
Gujarat student forced into Russian army, seeks help from Ukraine
A student from Gujarat, who was in Russia on a student visa, has sent an SOS video from Ukraine.
'90% Aravallis under protected zone': Centre refutes Opposition's 'relaxation claims'
Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav has dismissed allegations that the Centre has relaxed protections for the Aravalli hills.
Pilot accused of assault responds, alleges 'casteist remarks' made
Captain Virender Sejwal, an Air India Express pilot, has responded to allegations of assaulting a passenger at Delhi's airport.
3.3 magnitude earthquake strikes Rohtak in Haryana
An earthquake of magnitude 3.3 struck parts of Haryana on Sunday afternoon. According to the National Center for Seismology, the epicenter was at Rohtak at a focal depth of 5km, and was felt at 12:13pm.
Delhi's EV policy framework ready, to be released next fiscal
The Delhi government has announced a comprehensive framework for an electric vehicle (EV) policy.
Delhi's air quality 'very poor' amid cold wave, dense fog
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) are reeling under a cold wave and dense fog.
Dense fog blankets Delhi-NCR, over 129 flights canceled
Extreme fog has disrupted air, rail, and road transport across northern India, particularly in Delhi.
Hill stations also not safe? Dehradun records AQI near 300
Dehradun, Uttarakhand's winter capital and a popular tourist destination, is also facing poor air quality.
Delhi bans non-BS-VI vehicles from entering; ₹20,000 fines for violators
Delhi is currently facing a severe air pollution crisis with the air quality index (AQI) plunging to hazardous levels. The Chilla border recorded an AQI of around 490.
40 flights delayed, trains affected as dense fog hits Delhi
Delhi once again witnessed dense fog early Thursday, severely affecting visibility.
Delhi's anti-pollution curbs: WFH, vehicle entry ban come into force
The Delhi government's stricter anti-pollution measures came into effect on Thursday.
Amazon Now delivers your groceries in Gurugram in 10 minutes
Amazon India has extended its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to Gurugram.
Using end-of-life vehicles below BS-IV banned in Delhi-NCR
The Supreme Court of India has allowed action against diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in Delhi-NCR, provided they meet emission standards below BS-IV.