Delhi: News

Trying to sell minor, men call Delhi Police by mistake

What can India learn from Beijing's Odd Even formula?

The debate surrounding the merits of Delhi's proposed odd-even scheme for cars has continued to rage amid worsening air quality.

150 sexual-harassment complaints against Delhi cops, not one convicted yet

Not one among the 150 Delhi policemen accused of sexual assault in the last six years has been convicted yet.

4-year-old allegedly rapes classmate. Who's to blame?

In a horrifying case, a four-year-old in Delhi has been accused of raping his female classmate in school with his fingers and a pencil.

Bizarre: Delhi-Maharashtra train runs 160km on wrong route, reaches MP

In a bizarre incident, a train from Delhi, originally destined to Maharashtra, took a wrong route and kept going for 160km before realizing the mistake.

First loot by Delhi's wedding gangs reported near Connaught Place

Delhi's notorious 'Band, Baaja, Baarat' thieves, who mix with guests at weddings and steal, are back.

Delhi encroachment: Consider 'airlifting' Hanuman statue, says HC

If the Delhi HC has its way, the capital's iconic 108-feet Hanuman statue at Karol Bagh would be airlifted to remove encroachments around it.

Shootout near Delhi's Dwarka Mor metro station, five criminals nabbed

A shootout broke out between police and criminals near Delhi's Dwarka Mor metro station today. Five were nabbed at the end.

Rape survivor's testimony can be accepted without corroboration: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court on Monday announced that a rape survivor's testimony can be accepted as enough proof for conviction, especially if the rapist is her father.

Egg prices sky-rocket across India. Will we get relief soon?

If you go grocery shopping regularly, you would surely have noticed that egg prices have shot through the roof.

Star-studded BJP now welcomes Aashiqui actor Rahul Roy

Actor Rahul Roy has joined BJP in the presence of parliamentary affairs minister, Vijay Goel at the party's headquarters in Delhi.

Delhi: Woman allegedly gang-raped, filmed and robbed by cab driver

A woman in Delhi has alleged a cab driver and his friend raped her at gunpoint, filmed the crime and robbed her before letting her go.

New scanners at Delhi Airport 'sensitive' to sarees, jewelry

The Delhi Airport has a new scanner that is "sensitive" to Indian attire. It will produce X-ray images to detect contraband concealed on the body.

Obama to host Town-Hall in Delhi; you can apply now

Former US President Obama will visit India on December 1. As part of an Obama Foundation-organized event, he will host a Town-Hall in Delhi to interact with young Indians.

Delhi to provide 'home delivery' of public services

If you are in Delhi, you can soon get your ration card, driving license and more home delivered, thanks to a new scheme to be launched by the AAP government.

Delhi pollution: Parking fee hike, truck entry ban partially lifted

The EPCA has rolled back anti-pollution measures enforced in Delhi due to toxic smog after air quality reportedly registered improvement.

Auto-industry welcomes decision to introduce "clean" BS-VI fuel in Delhi

The Centre has decided to introduce the cleanest, Bharat Stage-VI compliant fuel in Delhi by 1 Apr'18, two years earlier than planned, in a bid to reduce vehicular pollution.

Delhi's Khan Market is World's 24th most expensive retail hotspot

The upscale Khan Market in South Delhi has emerged as the world's 24th most expensive retail market, while continuing to be the most expensive retail location in India.

Haryana finally on board to help Delhi fight smog

Delhi now has at least one neighbor willing to help in its fight against hazardous smog.

Delhi tops 'tourist-friendly' list, Maharashtra falls a spot

After a smog-filled week, there's some good news for Delhi. A survey by the World Travel and Tourism Council India Initiative (WTTCII) and Hotelivate has ranked the capital first among all states in the field of tourism.

Delhi: Man arrested for allegedly raping 18-month-old neighbor

A man was arrested for allegedly raping his 18-month-old girl neighbor at her house in Delhi's Shahpur Jat.

Delhi: Teen moves HC over filthy pond near her school

A 16-year-old girl has knocked the Delhi High Court's door, seeking directions to the authorities to clean a pond near her school.

Delhi pollution: The fate of Half Marathon hangs in uncertainty

The Indian Medical Association has urged the Delhi HC to postpone the Delhi Half Marathon in the wake of "severe" air quality.

Will Delhi have odd-even scheme? The government is confused

The Delhi government seems to be confused about the planned odd-even scheme. Earlier, the NGT had refused to allow exemptions in its implementation, but the government batted for exempting women and two-wheelers.

Supreme Court issues several notices to tackle air pollution

A thick cloud of toxic smog has enveloped India's capital, ten times thicker than the acceptable limit of air pollution.

Delhi smog: All hopes on rains predicted on Nov 14-15

Light rains predicted on November 14 and 15 are expected to clear the smog in the national capital and bring relief to the people gasping for breath.

DDA housing scheme 2017: 46,000 applications received as deadline ends

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has received nearly 46,000 applications for its new housing scheme which offers 12,000 flats across four income categories in Rohini, Vasant Kunj, Dwarka, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Jasola, Pitampura and Siraspur.

Buying pollution masks: Know your options

It's nearing mid-November and, as always, the air quality in North India has already dropped to insufferable levels.

Aligarh: Charred body found in car on UP highway

The completely charred body of a 35-year-old builder from Delhi's New Ashok Nagar was found near Aligarh-Etah highway, in a Noida registered burnt Skoda car on Saturday morning.

Delhi's problem is everyone's problem: How other cities are suffering

Delhi's smog isn't affecting just the capital. Impact of the dismal air quality is being felt in all cities in northern India.

JNU boiling again, this time for restricting Wi-Fi use

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has intensified its crackdown on students.

United Airlines suspends flights as Delhi struggles to breathe

US-based United Airlines has suspended flights to New Delhi due to its "poor air quality". It has "waiver policies in place for customers who are travelling to/from/through Delhi".

Delhi Govt calls off "Odd-Even Scheme" for now

In a surprising move, the Delhi Government has now reportedly called off the odd-even traffic scheme, which was to be implemented from 13-17 November.

NGT approves odd-even scheme; 2-Wheelers, govt servants, women not exempt

The National Green Tribunal, which earlier barred the Delhi Government from re-introducing the odd-even scheme, has given its approval to the Kejriwal-led government to implement the traffic restrictions.

NGT halts odd-even implementation, questions Delhi govt on its efficacy

Calling Delhi's odd-even scheme a 'farce', the NGT has said it cannot be implemented without its permission.

New airports coming up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai

India's four metros are all set to get second airports soon to tackle the growing traffic.

Delhi pollution: Check out these air purifiers below Rs. 10,000

Delhi residents are having a harrowing time with all the pollution. Sadly, it is impossible to cure this long-standing problem quickly.

Delhi Pollution: Delhi AAP opposes, while Punjab AAP supports crop-burning

Delhi is facing dangerous levels of smog. To combat this, Delhi government will implement the odd-even scheme during November 13-17.

Delhi pollution may kill 30,000, odd-even implemented again

The severe air pollution in Delhi can kill as many as 30,000 people this year, AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria has warned. Lung surgeon Arvind Kumar said only evacuation might protect people.