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29 air monitoring stations in Haryana inactive for 6 months
Haryana's 29 air monitoring stations have been inactive for six months due to high maintenance costs. Foreign firms quoted exorbitant prices, leading to contract expiration. HSPCB is negotiating with new vendors and aims to restart stations soon.
A look back at Delhi’s artist colonies
Delhi's artist colonies like Garhi, Preet Vihar, and Kaladham were vibrant creative hubs post-independence. Artists formed communities, shared studios, and fostered interactions, transforming these localities into collaborative spaces that influenced artistic development and cultural exchange.
Ashram shopkeeper alleged Delhi cop molested her during raid
A Delhi Police ASI was sent to district lines after a northeastern shopkeeper accused him of molestation during a liquor raid. Police claim the raid was based on a PCR call and deny misconduct, while protesters demand a fair investigation.
Delhi’s Sarai Kale Khan set to become Capital’s first multimodal interchange hub
Delhi's Sarai Kale Khan will become the Capital's first multimodal transit hub, connecting metro, interstate buses, railways, and other transport modes. The station features seven connectivity options, dedicated pedestrian pathways, and strategic design for seamless passenger movement.
After heavy rains, Taj minarets get ‘healing touch’ from ASI
After heavy rains, ASI initiates conservation work on Taj Mahal's white marble minarets. Using 'pointing' technique, they aim to prevent water seepage, following earlier detection of moisture issues through thermal screening and LiDAR technology.
New water treatment plant in Dwarka to start operations by December 2025
A new water treatment plant in Dwarka will start operations by December 2025, initially treating 25 million gallons per day. Delhi aims to address water supply shortages, reduce losses, and expand treatment capacity across multiple new plants in the city.
Noida to issue ₹40 crore new tender for pending golf course project
Noida Authority will issue a ₹40 crore tender to complete the stalled international golf course project in Sector 151A after blacklisting the previous contractor for repeated delays, with project costs now escalating to ₹140 crore.
Car falls off flyover in NW Delhi, driver escapes with minor injury
A 35-year-old driver lost control of his Maruti Ciaz, which fell off the Mukarba Chowk flyover in Delhi, landing upside down on railway tracks. He sustained minor injuries and was quickly treated. Train movement remained unaffected.
Crucial roadworks at Delhi networks set to hamper traffic
Delhi PWD to undertake crucial roadworks on key flyovers, potentially causing traffic disruptions across Wazirabad, Outer Ring Road, and Mathura Road. Projects aim to strengthen and resurface critical infrastructure, with night-time work and diversion plans to minimize congestion.
Showers likely across Eastern UP this week as clouds return
Eastern UP anticipates moderate to heavy rainfall this week as the monsoon retreats from western Rajasthan. Low-pressure area in Bay of Bengal brings thundershowers, with Lucknow expecting rain between September 17-18 and temperatures around 33°C and 27°C.
No rights automatically acquired over grandparents’ property: Delhi HC
Delhi High Court ruled grandchildren do not automatically inherit grandparents' property. Property inherited by parents is their absolute property. Grandchildren can only claim rights if their parent dies before the grandparent.
Delhi court grants bail to TV actor in house party rape case
Delhi court granted bail to a TV actor accused of rape at a house party, questioning police's delayed arrest. The court found no previous offenses and criticized law enforcement's investigation, setting bail conditions of ₹1 lakh bond and surety.
UP Board issues directives to 28,000 schools for mandatory online data updates
UP Board mandates 28,000 schools to update online profiles, staff details, and attendance records through official portal. Strict directives issued, with potential administrative action for non-compliance, following CM's recent teacher welfare announcement.
CBI arrests suspended ASI in Vimal Negi case
CBI arrests suspended ASI Pankaj Sharma in Vimal Negi's mysterious death case, alleging evidence tampering. Negi, an HPPCL chief engineer, was found dead in a lake after going missing in March, with investigation ongoing.
Ludhiana: Theft suspect humiliated, paraded for over 2 hours
A theft suspect was publicly humiliated by shopkeepers in Ludhiana's Gandhi Nagar Market, beaten, tied up, and paraded for over two hours with a "thief" placard. Police condemned the act, noting proper legal channels should have been followed.
Water enters 2 houses in Sujanpur, MeT predicts moderate rain till Sept 20
Heavy rains caused destruction in Sujanpur, with water entering two houses and a car buried. No casualties reported. Meteorological Department predicts moderate rain until September 20, and Himachal Pradesh has received 43% excess rainfall this monsoon.
