Building Collapses In Delhi, People Feared Trapped
Five fire tenders and police teams rushed to the site as rescue operations got underway.
Building Collapse in South Delhis Satya Niketan Leaves Many Trapped
A building collapse in South Delhis Satya Niketan has left multiple people trapped under debris, prompting rescue operations. Building Collapse in South Delhis Satya Niketan Leaves Many Trapped
House collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan; people feared trapped
Delhi Court Sends Swatantra Bhardwaj To One-Day Judicial Custody
Hindutva influencer was produced before court after his arrest in connection with the Jantar Mantar assault case.
Delhi Police Busts Fake Call Center, Arrests Five for Job Fraud
Delhi Police have arrested five individuals running a fake call center that defrauded job seekers in the capital. Delhi Police Busts Fake Call Center, Arrests Five for Job Fraud
'OG' to 'flex': Modi uses GenZ lingo in SRCC address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi employed Gen Z-friendly phrases like OG and referenced the film 'Dhurandhar' during his address at Delhi University's Shri Ram College of Commerce. This move, 13 years after a previous impactful speech at the same venue, is part of a broader strategy by the BJP to connect with younger audiences, contrasting India's past challenges with its current global standing.
Several trapped after building collapses in Delhi's Satya Niketan; rescue ops on
On Sunday afternoon, a significant building collapse took place near Shiv Mandir in Satya Niketan, Moti Bagh. The Delhi Fire Services received a distress call around 1:33 pm, quickly sending out rescue crews. By 1:50 pm, they arrived on-site, where reports indicated that individuals might be trapped beneath debris. To address the emergency, teams specialized in Search and Rescue, Breathing Apparatus, and Water Bowser operations were promptly deployed.
Building collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan, many feared trapped; rescue operations underway
A building collapsed near Satya Niketan in South-West Delhi on Sunday afternoon, triggering a rescue operation amid fears that several people may be trapped under the debris.
Several people feared trapped after building collapses in Delhi amid heavy rain
Several people feared trapped after building collapses in Delhi amid heavy rain
Delhi govt declares holiday for schools, offices on Sep 11 for BRICS Summit
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) All offices and schools in Delhi will observe a holiday on September 11 in view of the upcoming 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit, the Directorate of Education (DoE) said on Sunday. A circular issued by the DOE stated that all schools and offices under the directorate, including government, government-aided, and unaided recognised private schools, shall observe a holiday on September 11. This comes days after a similar announcement was made for offices of Central and Delhi governments. For minimising public inconvenience on roads, offices of Central and Delhi governments will remain closed on September 11 in view of the security, logistical arrangements and Motor Carcade movement related to the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit, an official had said on Thursday. Ahead of the international event, the Delhi Traffic Police has been conducting rehearsals for traffic movement during the Summit. As part of the traffic management drill for the events from September 11 to 13, the Traffic Police have planned diversions at 22 points with regulated traffic movement on more than 35 roads. On Wednesday, the traffic police enforced curbs and diversions between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. for a Motor Carcade Rehearsal ahead of the BRICS Business Forum and the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit. September 12 and 13, being a Saturday and Sunday, are expected to be relatively less challenging for traffic managers who are handling Summit-related arrangements. Meanwhile, in a push towards technology-driven traffic management, the Delhi Traffic Police are using drones to obtain a real-time aerial view of traffic movement across critical stretches of the national capital, Additional Commissioner of Police Vijayanta Goyal Arya said. Drone surveillance is being undertaken over major intersections, arterial roads and congestion-prone corridors to assess real-time traffic conditions, identify emerging bottlenecks and enable timely intervention, Arya added. The aerial assessment helps traffic teams to monitor congestion build-up and take prompt measures for smoother flow of vehicles. Particular attention is also being given to inter-state border points and other locations witnessing pile-up of vehicles. Drone-based inputs help assess the length and spread of queues, identify choke points and support better on-ground regulation and dispersal strategies, Arya said.
Satya Niketan building collapse: A building collapsed in South-West Delhi on Sunday, with several people feared trapped under the debris. More details are awaited on the matter.
Congress leader accuses BJP of using religion for votes, slams Saharanpur mosque demolition
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Congress leader Rashid Alvi on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using religion as a political tool to influence people's minds and secure votes, while also criticising the demolition of a mosque inside the Saharanpur Collectorate campus in Uttar Pradesh. About the spiritual film Hanuman Ansh, written and directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, Alvi alleged that films of this nature were being made as part of a broader attempt to influence people through religious sentiments and use faith for political gains. The film chronicles the life and teachings of Neem Karoli Baba, popularly known as Maharaj Ji. Speaking to IANS, Alvi said: Ever since the Bharatiya Janata Party came to power, it has brought religion into politics. Every election is fought in the name of Ram Mandir. Their faith is evident from the fact that despite the alleged embezzlement of crores of rupees, they remain silent. No one has been arrested so far. Now, films are being made in this manner to influence people's minds through religion and gain votes by exploiting religious sentiments, he added. As political controversy erupted in Uttar Pradesh after a mosque located inside the Saharanpur Collectorate campus was demolished on Saturday morning, with opposition parties accusing the BJP-led state government of promoting communal politics and carrying out targeted action against a particular community ahead of the 2027 Assembly election, Alvi criticised the action and alleged that it was politically motivated. It is very unfortunate. Yogi Adityanath believes that by demolishing mosques, he will be able to form the government again. The BJP repeatedly talks about appeasement, but there can be no greater example of appeasement than this. If temples are demolished in Pakistan or Bangladesh, we raise our voice and say that it should not happen. Demolishing mosques only hurts the Muslims of this nation, the Congress leader said. The demolition followed a legal dispute over the status of the structure and the land on which it stood. A district court had dismissed an appeal against an earlier order holding that the structure had been built on government land and was unauthorised. The September 2 order itself did not specifically mention demolition. Instead, it dismissed the appeal and upheld an earlier order passed by a magistrate on July 16. The July 16 order had directed the eviction of the mosque under the Uttar Pradesh Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1972, after concluding that the structure occupied 315 square metres of government land. Alvi questioned the legal basis for the demolition and also raised concerns over the applicability and interpretation of the Places of Worship Act, 1991. This is the decision of a district judge. Parliament has already passed the Places of Worship Act, but the Supreme Court is neither clarifying nor defining the law. Despite this law, a district judge has allowed the demolition, declaring the structure illegal. Where will people find documents dating back 100 years? Are documents available for every temple built in India? Yogi Adityanath should produce those documents. This is a one-sided decision, he said.
NDMC to give New Delhi a grand welcome look ahead of BRICS Summit 2026
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) New Delhi is set for a grand makeover ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026, with the NDMC planning to install decorative and welcoming elements at prominent locations across the city as part of its preparations to greet international delegates, it said on Sunday. NDMC Chairman Manoj Dwivedi shared glimpses of the planned installations, highlighting the civic body's efforts to give the capital a vibrant and welcoming look for the global summit. At some places something like this will be installed by NDMC to welcome and BRICs 2026, he stated. As part of the preparations, civic authorities have stepped up work across the BRICS Summit venue, VIP routes, major roads, markets and hotel areas. The measures include enhanced sanitation, green landscaping, maintenance, branding and decorative illumination. The NDMC has undertaken decorative illumination at 17 major roundabouts, 11 hotel premises and 10 NDMC buildings to enhance the visual appeal of key areas ahead of the international gathering. The civic body has also installed floral boards at 15 locations and developed floral fountains at nine locations. More than 15,000 flower pots are being placed across New Delhi as part of the beautification drive. Special sanitation and maintenance arrangements have also been put in place along important routes and public spaces. The focus is on ensuring that roads, public areas and other prominent locations remain clean and well-maintained during the summit. The coordinated preparations cover multiple civic services, including sanitation, horticulture, landscaping, infrastructure maintenance and city illumination, with the NDMC seeking to create a consistent and welcoming appearance across areas likely to be visited by international delegates. The preparations are aimed not only at ensuring smooth civic management during the BRICS Summit but also at showcasing New Delhi's infrastructure, cleanliness, greenery and urban aesthetics to an international audience.
ISRO staff bodies seek clarification on trajectory of privatisation
New Delhi: Nine employee associations at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have written to the space agencys Chairperson V Narayanan, seeking official clarification on the proposed transfer of its manufacturing and operational functions to private entities. In a letter, dated September 4, the associations also raised questions about the agencys future role, and the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UN-backed world map must show J-K, Ladakh as per India's official map: MEA
India on Sunday said a UN-initiated proposed world map must depict Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in accordance with the country's official map, and any inaccurate or misleading representation will be unacceptable. New Delhi's assertion came two days after it voted in favour of a UN General Assembly resolution aimed at correcting the world map to promote a more accurate representation of continental landmasses. The resolution titled Correct the Map: Rebalancing Global Cartographic Representation and Promoting Equitable Representation of the World's Regions, Particularly Africa was adopted on September 4. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India highlighted that the resolution does not constitute endorsement of any specific map, projection or depiction of national boundaries. India voted in favour of the resolution and also made an explanation of vote stressing on the underlying principle of promoting equal - area cartographic ...
SBI to hire 12,000 personnel during FY27: Chairman Setty
New Delhi: State Bank of India (SBI) intends to hire about 12,000 personnel and add around 250 new branches to its network in the ongoing financial year, said C S Setty, Chairman of the countrys biggest lender. In terms of recruitment, I think we would be looking at around 11,000 to 12,000 appointments across both Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi Police crack down on illicit liquor, ganja; two arrested in separate operations
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The Delhi Police have arrested two persons, including a woman, in separate operations in Sonia Vihar and Uttam Nagar for allegedly possessing and dealing in illicit liquor and illegal ganja, officials said. In the first incident, a man was apprehended after police recovered 90 quarter bottles of illicit liquor from his possession in the Sonia Vihar area during the early hours of Saturday. According to police, on Saturday at around 1:50 AM, constable Madan, while conducting area patrolling, received secret information regarding the alleged illegal sale of liquor at B-Block, Gali No. 29, Circular Road, 2nd Pusta, Sonia Vihar, Delhi. Acting swiftly on the information, the constable reached the location and apprehended a person identified as Sonu Kumar (37), a resident of 2nd Pusta, Sonia Vihar. During checking, police recovered 90 quarter bottles of illicit liquor from a white plastic sack that was lying near him. Following the recovery, a case was registered at Police Station Sonia Vihar vide FIR No. 201/26, dated September 5, 2026, and investigation was initiated. Thereafter, police also checked the residential premises of the accused. During the search, an additional 196 quarter bottles of illicit liquor were recovered from his residence, along with cash amounting to Rs 25,300. In a separate operation, the Delhi Police arrested a 40-year-old woman for allegedly possessing and trafficking narcotic substances and recovered 1.157 kg of illegal ganja from her possession in the Uttam Nagar area of Dwarka district. The action was carried out as part of the Delhi Police's sustained campaign against drug abuse and the illegal trafficking and circulation of narcotic substances across Dwarka district. According to the police, on August 13, at around 10:30 p.m., HC Jitender and Constable Aswir were conducting patrolling duty in the area of D-Block of JJ Colony in Uttam Nagar's Shiv Vihar when they received specific information regarding the alleged illegal trafficking of narcotic substances. Acting promptly on the information, the police personnel immediately proceeded towards the location indicated in the input. Upon reaching near JJ Colony, they noticed a woman carrying a plastic bag and became suspicious of her activities. Police said that on seeing the personnel, the woman appeared nervous and attempted to avoid attracting attention. Sensing suspicious circumstances, the police staff immediately intercepted her and conducted an enquiry. The woman was identified as Sunita (40), a resident of Shiv Vihar. HC Jitender immediately informed senior officers regarding the apprehension of the woman and the suspected presence of narcotic substances. Following receipt of the information, a police team reached the spot and, complying with the provisions of Section 50 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, the officials conducted a personal search of the woman. During the search, police recovered a white polythene containing a substance suspected to be ganja from her possession. Following the recovery of the suspected narcotic substance, Sunita was apprehended, and 1.157 kg of ganja was seized in accordance with the prescribed legal provisions under the NDPS Act. On the basis of the recovery and the circumstances of the case, police registered an FIR under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Uttam Nagar. Further investigation into the case is underway.
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bharadwaj, who claimed to have physically assaulted a student protestor's father during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led Jantar Mantar demonstration, was sent to one day judicial custody on Sunday after he was produced before a court via video conferencing. A day earlier, Delhi Police had secured a one-day police custody of the accused. However, Bharadwaj's counsel, Umesh Sharma, accused the police of acting completely outside standard legal procedures. The established law requires that whenever someone is arrested, they must be produced before the jurisdictional area magistrate within 24 hours. Yesterday, we waited outside the courtroom of the jurisdictional magistrate. Upon discovering that the presiding judge was on leave, we approached the designated link magistrate. However, the police circumvented this by producing him via video conferencing before an entirely different designated SC/ST court and secured a one-day police remand, he told reporters before the hearing. Bharadwaj was held by Delhi Police from Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district on Friday. Earlier, the police had assured that it would arrest the accused under sections of the POCSO Act, the SC/ST Act and attempt to murder, within 72 hours, following an agitation by the CJP outside the Parliament Street Police Station in New Delhi on Friday. The CJP's agitation was also joined by Azad Samaj Party chief and MP Chandra Shekhar, Purnea MP Pappu Yadav, and the Indian Youth Congress. A controversy erupted after Bharadwaj, in a purported viral video, allegedly claimed to have cracked the skull of the father of the minor, Nishu Azad, during the demonstration at Jantar Mantar and boasted that he was let off by the Delhi Police as he has political connections. The agitators had sought the registration of an FIR against Bharadwaj, under stringent sections and immediate arrest of the accused. Meanwhile, Union Minister and LJP-RV chief Chirag Paswan, on Friday, claimed that his name has been misused by the accused in the purported viral video. Paswan said that he has lodged an official complaint against the accused Bharadwaj and will ensure justice to the minor victim and her family.
Delhi govt to hold closed-door roundtable on start-up policy
The roundtable, centred on the Delhi Start-up and Incubation Policy, 2026, will be chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at The Lalit New Delhi
Govt sells 4,000 tonnes of buffer onions across 17 cities to cool prices
The government has sold about 4,000 tonnes of buffer onions across 17 cities in the first ten days of a subsidised sale aimed at curbing skyrocketing prices, Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare said on Sunday. The Centre, through its agencies NCCF and Nafed, is sitting on a buffer stock of 1.21 lakh tonnes of onion for 2026. These agencies are transporting the stored onions in bulk from producing states to consuming centres, either by a dedicated rail rake christened Kanda Express or by trucks, as part of a retail intervention aimed at cooling prices. Onions are being sold at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg in select price-sensitive cities. Approximately 4,000 tonnes of buffer onion have been sold so far in 17 cities, Khare told PTI. Bulk consignments have already reached Delhi and Chennai via the Kanda Express, and a third rake is now being loaded for dispatch to Guwahati in the coming days, she added. The distribution of buffer onions has brought some relief to consume
Delhi Metro warns content creators over 'phone-sticking' reel trend
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has issued a stern warning to social media content creators. The corporation is concerned about videos showing phones stuck to moving train windows. This dangerous practice could injure passengers and damage mobile devices. DMRC authorities are taking this matter very seriously and will take action. Content creators are directed not to shoot such videos within Delhi Metro premises.
I miss my long hair: Haaland opens up on his new look after Man City win
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Manchester City striker Erling Haaland admitted he misses his long hair but said he felt it was time for a change after showing off a new short haircut this season. Haaland spoke about his new look after scoring the winning goal in Citys 1-0 Premier League victory over Coventry City, a win that helped his side maintain their unbeaten streak in the ongoing season. The Norway international has been sporting a much shorter hairstyle since the start of the season. Asked about the change, Haaland said he was enjoying the new look, though he missed his trademark long hair. Its much easier. I think it was time for a change. I like it. Of course, I miss my long hair, but it was time for a change and, so far, Ive enjoyed it. It will grow back and be long again, hopefully, Haaland told ESPN Brazil as quoted by Goal.com. The striker also looked back on Norways memorable World Cup victory over Brazil, in which he scored twice. Haaland said the win was especially meaningful for Norway because of the history between the two teams. It was a special game for Norway, because the last time we played in the World Cup we also played against Brazil, and Norway is the only team Brazil has never beaten. So it was special, he said. Of course it was a special game. We won; it was amazing. It was the best match weve played in our history because of the way we controlled the game. Its special to play against a great nation, the country of football, where everyone is passionate about the sport. It was special; its a great memory, and, once again, sorry. Sorry for the defeat, but thats football, he added. Haaland then turned his attention to Manchester Citys revamped squad and backed the clubs new signings to settle quickly. City have brought in several players over the summer as they look to build a strong squad for the new season. Haaland believes players such as Enzo Fernandez and Elliot Anderson already understand the demands of top-level football. Time will tell. We have a lot of new players who know the level. Enzo Fernandez knows what it takes to win titles, was already playing in the Premier League, and slotted straight into the team, he said. The same with Elliot Anderson. He played in the Premier League for a long time and has played for the England national team, so he knows what its like to play for a big club, Haaland added. City will now face a busy period, with European action, followed by a Manchester derby and a Carabao Cup fixture against Norwich City.
Engine, 2 Coaches Of Delhi-Bound Mahananda Express Derail In Bihar
The incident caused widespread concern, and railway officials and staff immediately rushed to the spot and launched rescue, restoration and repair operations.
UN-Backed World Map Must Show J
NEW DELHI, Sep 6: India on Sunday said any UN-initiated proposed world map must depict the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh in accordance with Indias official map, asserting that any inaccurate or misleading representation of the countrys territory would be unacceptable. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Indias position on its [] The post UN-Backed World Map Must Show J&K, Ladakh As Per Indias Official Map: MEA appeared first on Northlines .
New Delhi: India on Sunday, September 6, said a UN-initiated proposed world map must depict Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in accordance with the countrys official map, and any inaccurate or misleading representation will be unacceptable. New Delhis assertion came two days after it voted in favour of a UN General Assembly Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi HC cancels FIR in fight between friends, orders community service in Manipur
Delhi HC cancels FIR in fight between friends orders community service in Manipur
UN-backed world map must depict J&K, Ladakh as per India's official map, says MEA
India demands the United Nations depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh accurately. Any inaccurate or misleading map representations are considered unacceptable by New Delhi. This assertion follows India's vote for a UN resolution on map accuracy. The resolution encourages equal-area projections and avoids endorsing specific maps. India's sovereign territory must be shown according to its official map.
14-Year-Old Boy Dies Of Electrocution In Delhis Uttam Nagar
Kaushal reportedly got stuck to an electrified iron pipe near a power pole, with locals alleging negligence and poor drainage in the area.
Eight High Courts Get New Chief Justices
NEW DELHI, Sep 5: The Centre on Saturday appointed chief justices to eight high courts, days after the Supreme Court Collegium recommended their names, including Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati as the Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal announced the appointments in a post on X. [] The post Eight High Courts Get New Chief Justices appeared first on Northlines .
2 bogies of Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express derail in Bihar's Ara
Two bogies of the Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed early Sunday morning at Ara Junction. No injuries were reported as the train had started at low speed. Rail traffic experienced partial disruption following the early morning incident. Preliminary investigation suggests the driver overshot a red signal, causing the derailment. The train resumed its journey from Ara Junction after the incident was managed.
Heavy Rain Continues Across Delhi-NCR, Temperatures Remain Below Normal
According to the IMD Delhi weather report, the low-pressure area, which was over northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining southwest Uttar Pradesh, lay over southwest Uttar Pradesh and the neighbourhood on Sunday
'Misbranded' rabies vaccine seized in Delhi, DCGI acts
Indian drug regulatory and law enforcement agencies have stepped up their efforts against the illegal manufacture and distribution of spurious drugs. This intensified action follows the seizure of a misbranded batch of Abhayrab rabies vaccine in Delhi, prompting nationwide vigilance and arrests.
From Jantar Mantar To North Campus: How GenZ Is Reshaping DUSU Election Discourse
Delhi University Election 2026: Apart from ABVP and NSUI, AAP's student wing ASAP is also attempting to establish itself in the election.
India emerges as key diesel supplier to Europe: Report
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) India is emerging as a crucial supplier of diesel to Europe as Russian exports remain severely constrained and US shipments begin to weaken, with Indian refiners accounting for around 60 per cent of diesel volumes transiting the Bab-el-Mandeb to Europe in August, according to energy intelligence firm Vortexa. Around 2,00,000 barrels per day (bpd) of diesel, or gasoil, transited the Bab-el-Mandeb in August on vessels bound for Europe. The volume was close to year-ago levels after flows through the strategically important shipping route had nearly stalled in March and April. India supplied roughly 60 per cent of the August volumes, highlighting the growing importance of Indian refineries to Europe's eastern diesel supply. India's position is underpinned by its large refining capacity. The country is the world's fourth-largest refiner, with installed capacity of 258.1 million tonnes per annum, significantly higher than domestic fuel demand. This surplus has enabled Indian refiners to remain major exporters of petroleum products. India exported 61.5 million tonnes of petroleum products during 2025-26, making it one of the world's largest exporters of refined fuels. Increasingly, these products are finding markets across Europe and, in some cases, Russia, as sanctions, refinery disruptions and changes in global trade routes reshape refined-product flows. However, the sustainability of India's growing role in Europe's diesel market is coming under scrutiny as crude supplies into the country tighten. Crude and condensate shipments into India fell for a second consecutive month in August to around 3.8 million bpd, compared with 4.8 million bpd a year earlier, Vortexa data showed. The pressure on European diesel supplies is particularly pronounced because Russian exports, once a major source of the region's supply, have remained largely absent. Russia's seaborne diesel and gasoil exports averaged only around 1,50,000 bpd during the first 25 days of August, down by about 6,10,000 bpd from a year earlier and 81 per cent below the five-year seasonal average, according to Vortexa. Even the lifting or partial relaxation of Russia's diesel export restrictions from September 1 may not result in an immediate recovery in supplies. Continued Ukrainian drone attacks have disrupted Russian refineries and export infrastructure, with 32 attacks on refineries recorded during July and August.
Delhi man beaten to death with wooden logs, video captures chilling attack
Delhi man beaten to death with wooden logs video captures chilling attack
Two Ugandan nationals apprehended in Delhi's Uttam Nagar for overstaying in India
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Two Ugandan nationals have been apprehended in Delhi's Uttam Nagar area for overstaying in India, officials said on Sunday, adding that the deportation process has now been initiated. According to the officials, the action was taken as part of a special drive launched by the Delhi Police to identify and verify foreign nationals who have overstayed their permitted period of stay in the country. The drive is also aimed at checking the status of foreign nationals against whom criminal cases have been registered. As per the directions of Dwarka District DCP Kushal Pal Singh, and under the supervision of ACP/Dabri, the team of Police Station Uttam Nagar, headed by the SHO, was tasked with tracing foreign nationals who were overstaying in India and verifying the status of those facing criminal cases. Accordingly, a team from Uttam Nagar Police Station carried out checking and verification of foreign nationals residing in the area. During the operation, the police team visited the area and interacted with local residents to gather information and develop intelligence regarding foreign nationals staying in the locality. Subsequently, based on inputs received through technical surveillance and human intelligence, the team traced and apprehended two foreign nationals from the Uttam Nagar area. The two women were identified as Doreen Ampurire and Gorret Adong. Following their apprehension, the two foreign nationals were questioned in detail by the police regarding their stay in India. However, during interrogation and verification, they failed to produce valid legal documents or other authorised papers to establish that their stay in the country was lawful. The police subsequently carried out further verification of the two foreign nationals and initiated the required legal procedure. After completion of the initial interrogation and verification process, both apprehended Ugandan nationals were produced before the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), Delhi. The FRRO authorities conducted proper verification of the foreign nationals and, following the process, the two women were sent to the detention centre at Shahzada Bagh's Sewa Sadan in Sarai Rohilla. Officials said the deportation process is underway following the verification and necessary proceedings by the authorities concerned. The Delhi Police said that they have intensified verification of foreign nationals as part of the ongoing special drive to identify individuals who have overstayed their permitted period in India and to ascertain the status of foreigners involved in or facing criminal cases.
Delhi anticipates more heavy rain today following recent intense showers. The India Meteorological Department issued a rainfall alert for the national capital. Multiple atmospheric systems are influencing the prevailing weather conditions across the region. Noida and Gurugram also expect rain or thundershowers in the coming days. Residents are advised to stay alert as weather conditions remain unsettled.
PM Modi Engages with Children During Metro Ride in New Delhi
Prime Minister Modi shares a video of his metro journey, interacting with children and discussing various topics including Teachers Day. PM Modi Engages with Children During Metro Ride in New Delhi
Delhi Metro Issues Warning To Influencers Over Dangerous 'Phone Sticking' Reel Trend
Viral videos feature the creator dancing or posing on the platform, then dramatically sprinting after the train as it pulls away.
Caught On Camera: 40-Year-Old Man Beaten To Death By 2 Men In Delhi
The victim, believed to be around 40 years old, was allegedly attacked with sticks and wooden batons. A police team reached the spot after receiving information and began an investigation.
Give Hope, Not Stupid Labels: CJP Hits Back at PM Modi Over Dimagi Naxal Remark at SRCC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi again used the term 'Dimagi Naxals' during his address at Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) in Delhi and now this remark has got a sharp response from Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh
Delhi logs minimum temperature of 24.6 deg C; IMD forecasts rain, cloudy sky
During the 24 hours ending at 8.30 a.m. on September 6, Delhi received 30 mm of rainfall
Dramatic Car Fire Erupts on Dhaula Kuan Flyover in Delhi
A car caught fire on the Dhaula Kuan Flyover in Delhi, causing traffic disruption. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze. Dramatic Car Fire Erupts on Dhaula Kuan Flyover in Delhi
Conrad meets Shah in Delhi amid speculation of 9 UDP MLAs shifting to BJP
Shillong, Sep 6: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Saturday, a meeting that came amid mounting speculation over a possible shift of nine UDP legislators to BJP. Sangma, who also heads NPP, did not disclose details on social media. Sources said discussion centred on political [] The post Conrad meets Shah in Delhi amid speculation of 9 UDP MLAs shifting to BJP first appeared on Highland Post .
Three coaches of Mahananda Express derail in Bihar's Arrah, no casualties reported
Arrah (Bihar), Sep 6 (IANS) Three coaches of the Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed on the up line near Bihar's Arrah Railway Station on Sunday morning, triggering panic among railway officials and staff. However, no casualties or passenger injuries were reported in the incident, officials said. The 15483 Alipurduar Junction-Delhi Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed on the up line, approximately 200 metres from platform number two. The train's engine, SLR, and H-1 bogie were reported to have derailed. The incident caused widespread concern, and railway officials and staff immediately rushed to the spot and launched rescue, restoration and repair operations. According to officials, the Mahananda Express had arrived at platform number two of Arrah railway station at 4.12 a.m. on its way to Delhi. It has been reported that a technical problem during the operation of the train resulted in its signal shifting towards the Sasaram line. The train subsequently moved ahead and derailed on the up line at a location approximately 200 metres away from the station. After receiving information about the derailment, railway personnel immediately reached the site and began rescue and restoration work. Teams worked to bring the affected coaches back into position and reassembled the three derailed units, including the engine, SLR, and H-1 coach. Rail operations have been disrupted following the incident, with railway authorities working to assess the condition of the track and signal system before normal train movement can be restored. A railway technical team has reached the site and is currently inspecting the track, signalling arrangements and other relevant railway infrastructure. Officials are also investigating the circumstances that led to the signal shifting towards the Sasaram line and how the train subsequently proceeded in the wrong direction. Railway authorities are working on a war footing to restore normal train operations and clear any disruption caused by the incident. Officials and technical teams are assessing the situation at the site and undertaking the necessary restoration work.
Delhi master plan 2047: Older colonies to get a new look; what could change for residents
The Master Plan 2047 for Delhi introduces an innovative approach to urban regeneration through property pooling, allowing residents to combine their plots. This initiative aims to revitalize aging neighborhoods into cohesive, well-designed communities complete with wider roads and enhanced civic features, such as sustainable water systems. Government housing and community societies are also part of the plan, ultimately transforming fragmented areas into modern residential hubs with superior amenities.
Young Man Beaten to Death in Mayur Vihar Phase-3, East Delhi
A young man was brutally killed in Mayur Vihar Phase-3, East Delhi, early Sunday morning, leaving the area in shock. Young Man Beaten to Death in Mayur Vihar Phase-3, East Delhi
Man beaten to death with sticks in Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3, probe on
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) A man was allegedly beaten to death with lathis and sticks in East Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3 area early Sunday morning, officials said. According to the police, an investigation has been launched to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal assault. The incident took place within the jurisdiction of the New Ashok Nagar police station at around 5 a.m., following which a police team reached the spot and began examining the circumstances that led to the man's death. According to the initial information available with the police, the man succumbed to his injuries at the spot after being beaten. However, the exact circumstances preceding the assault and the events that resulted in the attack have not yet been ascertained. Police officials are investigating the sequence of events and attempting to establish what happened immediately before the assault. Investigators are also working to determine the circumstances that led to the confrontation and the subsequent death. The identity of the deceased has not been established so far. Police are making efforts to identify the victim. At present, police have not disclosed details regarding the possible motive behind the attack or the identities of the people allegedly involved in the assault. Speaking to IANS, a security guard identified as Nandlal Yadav said that he witnessed the incident at around 4 a.m. and claimed that two men were involved in the assault. There were two men. One was involved in beating the deceased with sticks and rods. They threatened me when I confronted the attackers. I came back and made a call to the police, Yadav told reporters. Following the information received about the incident, a police team reached the location and is currently examining the spot as part of the ongoing investigation. Investigators are collecting evidence from the scene, examining other available material and speaking to local residents about the incident. Further details are awaited.
Online Bizman Held for Derogatory Post About CM Vijay
A team led by cybercrime wing inspector in-charge Durga, which is in Delhi, produced Ganeshan before a magistrates court there and obtained a transit warrant
Man stabbed to death in Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3; security guard attacked while intervening
AAP Blames BJP and Police After Murder in Mayur Vihar, Calls Delhi the Crime Capital
AAP criticizes Delhi police and BJP after a murder in Mayur Vihar, claiming crime is rampant and fear of law has vanished. AAP Blames BJP and Police After Murder in Mayur Vihar, Calls Delhi the Crime Capital
Delhi: Four police teams formed to nab assailants after Narela gym shooting
Police said Pramod Kumar, a resident of Nahri village, was allegedly shot multiple times by two men on September 3. Officials said 4 teams comprising personnel from the local police and Special Staff have been deployed to work on the case
Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to one-day police custody in Delhi assault case
Bhardwaj was produced at the residence of Additional Sessions Judge Saurabh Pratap Singh Laler at around 2 pm. His legal aid counsel appeared before the judge through video-conference
Monsoon remains active as IMD forecasts widespread rain across India
The IMD has forecast widespread rain across several parts of India, with showers likely in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh and other states
IMD issues heavy rain alert for Delhi, UP, Bihar, Rajasthan and other states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for heavy rain and strong winds across several parts of the country on September 6. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are likely to experience unsettled weather, with winds reaching up to 60-65 kmph in several areas.
Dinesh Sharma thanks Prez Murmu, PM Modi after appointment as Andaman and Nicobar Islands L-G
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) BJP Rajya Sabha member Dinesh Sharma on Sunday expressed gratitude for his appointment as Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and said he would fulfil his duty with complete devotion, honesty, and dedication. President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday appointed Dinesh Sharma as the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The appointment will take effect from the date he assumes charge of the office, according to a press communique issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan. In a post on X, Sharma said, My heartfelt gratitude to Hon'ble President, Hon'ble Prime Minister, Hon'ble Home Minister, and the party's central leadership. For this important responsibility, I express my deepest gratitude from the heart to all esteemed elders, well-wishers, friends, and fellow citizens who have continuously inspired me with their good wishes and blessings. This is not merely a position for me, but a profound responsibility toward the Constitution, the nation, and public service. I pledge to fulfil this duty with complete devotion, honesty, and dedication. May your affection, trust, and blessings always remain with me in this manner, he added. Sharma, a senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and currently a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh, brings extensive administrative and academic experience to the role. Born on January 12, 1964, in Lucknow, he served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 2017 to 2022 in the Yogi Adityanath government, handling portfolios related to higher education, technical education, science and technology, and information technology. Before that, he was elected Mayor of Lucknow twice -- first in 2006 and again in 2012 -- winning the second term by a record margin. A professor of commerce at the University of Lucknow since the early 1990s, Sharma has guided numerous research scholars and remains associated with academic work. He began his public life through student organisations and rose through the ranks of the BJP's youth wing before holding key organisational positions in the party. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a strategically important Union Territory in the Bay of Bengal, is administered by a Lieutenant Governor who serves as both the constitutional head and the head of the administration. The post carries significant responsibility for governance, development, and coordination with the central government, particularly in areas of security, tourism, infrastructure and environmental conservation. Admiral (Retd) Devendra Kumar Joshi has been serving as the Lieutenant Governor since October 2017. The fresh appointment marks a change in the leadership of the island territory. Dr Sharma is expected to take charge shortly.
Hindutva influencer Bhardwaj held for assaulting Dalit
New Delhi: Self-proclaimed Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj was arrested in connection with the alleged assault on the father of Nishu Azad, a Dalit student activist, during a protest at Jantar Mantar, among other charges, on Saturday, September 5, police said. He was sent to one-day police custody by a Delhi court. Bhardwaj was produced before Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Young man beaten to death with sticks in Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3
A young man was allegedly beaten to death with sticks in East Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3 area early Sunday morning, police said. The incident took place in the jurisdiction of New Ashok Nagar police station at around 5 am.
Delhi teen grabs iron pipe to avoid falling on flooded road, gets electrocuted
Delhi teen grabs iron pipe to avoid falling on flooded road gets electrocuted
'Don't stoop so low': CJP activist reacts to complaint over 'objectionable' remarks on Hindu deities
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Delhi-NCR set for more rain as low-pressure system boosts monsoon
DelhiNCR set for more rain as lowpressure system boosts monsoon
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India weather today: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall across many Indian states. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also expected in numerous regions. States like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh will experience significant weather events. Arunachal Pradesh and Assam will see heavy showers along with lightning. The weather agency warns of strong winds and squally conditions in the Arabian Sea.
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Delhi BJP camp: MP Praveen Khandelwal resolves public grievances
Delhi BJP camp: MP Praveen Khandelwal resolves public grievances New Delhi: Chandni Chowk Member of Parliament Praveen Khandelwal on Saturday interacted with a large number of citizens and heard their grievances during a public hearing organised at the BJP Delhi State Office. People from various parts of Delhi attended the hearing and presented both local [] The post Delhi BJP camp: MP Praveen Khandelwal resolves public grievances appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
SKUAST-K scholar breaks into Indias top 10 in Esri GIS scholarship
Saniya Amin, a Masters student of the Faculty of Forestry, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), has secured a place among the Top 10 winners across India under the prestigious Esri India Masters Scholarships in GIS Programme 2026. In recognition of her achievement, Amin was awarded a one-time scholarship of 1 lakh at the Esri India User Conference 2026 held on September 3 at Hotel Pullman, Aerocity, New Delhi. Saniya Amin is pursuing her Masters degree under the supervision of Dr Akhlaq Amin Wani, Professor and Head, Division of Natural Resource Management (NRM), Faculty of Forestry. As part of the national scholarship selection process, she presented her research work titled Shallabugh Wetland Dynamics Using a GIS-Based Machine Learning Approach, highlighting the application of advanced geospatial techniques to understand and assess changes in the wetland ecosystem. Her research earned her a place among the top 10 scholars selected from across the country. The achievement is in line with the vision of Prof. N.A. Ganai, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, who has consistently encouraged students and faculty to pursue excellence and achieve significant milestones at national and international levels. He has emphasised the importance of research, innovation, skill development and participation in competitive platforms that provide students opportunities to showcase their talent and strengthen the Universitys academic and research standing. The Esri India Masters Scholarships in GIS Programme supports final-year postgraduate students working in GIS, spatial modelling and remote sensing. In addition to the 1 lakh financial award, the scholarship provides a complimentary one-year ArcGIS Personal Use License and a direct interview opportunity with Esri India, offering valuable exposure to career opportunities in the geospatial technology sector. Dean, Faculty of Forestry, Prof AH Mughal, congratulated Saniya Amin and her supervisor, Dr Akhlaq Amin Wani, on the achievement. He appreciated the efforts of the Faculty in encouraging students to participate in national-level academic and professional programmes and emphasised that such opportunities enable students to translate their research into wider academic and professional recognition. The achievement highlights the growing importance of GIS, remote sensing and spatial modelling in natural resource management research and reflects the Faculty of Forestrys efforts to equip postgraduate students with emerging technologies and skills relevant to contemporary environmental and natural resource challenges. The other institutions represented among the Top 10 winners include the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (ISRO), IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, Symbiosis Institute of Geoinformatics, Azim Premji University, IIT Tirupati and IIT Ropar.
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Jharkhand Minister Sudivya Kumar passes away
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar died at Mercy Hospital in Giridih after his health suddenly deteriorated late Saturday night, plunging the city into grief. The minister breathed his last at the hospital located near the citys bus stand, where he had been brought after complaining of chest pain. According to the information available, Sudivya Kumar had been away from Giridih for the past several days and had returned to the district just two days ago. During the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, he was at his residence in Harsingraiyadih when he complained of chest pain. Following the complaint, he was rushed to Mercy Hospital during the night. Doctors examined him and immediately began treatment. However, despite medical efforts, he could not be saved. Sudivya Kumar was serving as Jharkhands minister for Higher and Technical Education, Urban Development and Housing, Tourism, Art and Culture, and Sports and Youth Affairs. The news of his sudden demise triggered widespread grief across Giridih. As the news spread, a large number of people gathered at the hospital. Party leaders and workers, along with members of the general public, reached the spot following the news of the ministers death. Senior officials also arrived at the hospital. The district magistrate, superintendent of police and Dhanbad SSP, along with several other officials, reached the spot as the city mourned the loss. The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) expressed deep shock and sorrow over the untimely demise of its leader in a post on its official X handle. The transience of lifeThose who were our companions just yesterday are now only memories with us today. The uncertainty of life has once again left us in profound sorrow and grief. The party described Sudivya Kumar as a dedicated comrade of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and a minister in the Jharkhand government. His departure is an irreplaceable loss for the party, the government, and Jharkhand. His struggles, service, and contributions will always be remembered, the JMM said. The party also offered heartfelt condolences to his family and prayed for peace for the departed soul. BJP spokesperson Pratul Shahdeo also paid tribute to the late minister and expressed his condolences. Sudivya Kumars sudden demise has left political circles, party workers and residents of Giridih in deep shock and mourning.
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Protecting peoples interests, well-being remains NCs core agenda: Dr Farooq Abdullah
Srinagar, Sep 5:The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President, Dr Farooq Abdullah, Saturday, said that young people are the architects of a nations future and that the responsibility of leading the country and society will eventually rest on their shoulders. As per a party statement, he stressed the need to cultivate among the younger generation a spirit of public service, patriotism, commitment to the welfare of the nation and society and respect for people belonging to all sections and faiths. He made these remarks in Beerwah, Budgam. Dr Farooq Abdullah said that the National Conference has always encouraged the youth and provided them opportunities to advance in the political and social spheres. He said this is clearly reflected in the partys present legislators, many of whom have previously been associated with the Youth National Conference. He added that all party legislators remain closely connected with the people at the grassroots and are actively working to address their problems and difficulties. On the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs special status, Dr Farooq Abdullah reiterated that the National Conference remains firmly committed to its restoration and will continue its constitutional and democratic struggle towards this objective. He said that the special status was the right of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and that the constitutional relationship between India and Jammu and Kashmir was established within the framework of the Constitution of India through Articles 370 and 35A. Dr Farooq alleged that, from time to time, forces outside Jammu and Kashmir, along with certain circles in Delhi, have conspired to weaken the National Conference with the aim of creating divisions within the party and weakening it through attempts to lure or buy off its members. However, he said, the people of Jammu and Kashmir have repeatedly defeated such designs. Taking opposition parties to task, Dr Farooq said that they lacked a concrete and constructive agenda and were therefore engaged in criticism for the sake of criticism. He said the role of the opposition should be to constructively assist positive governance and raise genuine public issues, but unfortunately, this was not being witnessed. He expressed hope that restoration of statehood would enable the government to function more effectively and with greater authority, helping reduce the difficulties faced by the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Urging people to remain vigilant against divisive forces, Dr Farooq Abdullah said that the core agenda of the National Conference is the protection of the interests of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, their prosperity, development and well-being. Earlier, Dr Farooq Abdullah visited Manzhamah, Magam, where he met senior party leader and MLA Beerwah Dr Mohammad Shafi Wani to offer condolences over the demise of his pious and virtuous sister. He expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and prayed for the forgiveness of the deceased, her eternal abode in Jannat-ul-Firdous and the elevation of her ranks in the Hereafter. Dr Farooq was accompanied by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, senior leaders Peer Mohammad Hussain, Sheikh Mohammad Rafi, Professor Abdul Majeed Mattoo, Advocate Hashim Hussain and other party functionaries.
The biggest achievement of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)an online outfit that has deservedly transformed into a pressure group after successfully leading Gen Z protests at Delhis Jantar Mantaris that it has created a new template for dismantling hackneyed, election-driven political narratives. More importantly, it has shifted the nations attention from poll-centric discourse to real issues, foremost among them education and employment. How did they accomplish this without any organizational structure, financial backing, or even a leader to act as a pivot or crowd-puller? Despite these apparent handicaps, the CJP captured the imagination of a populace that had remained largely spellbound over the past decade, losing its zest to question authority. These shortcomings, far from being impediments, proved to be a boonnot only for the CJP but for the nation. The immediate cause was the NEET paper leak and other examination irregularities, but beneath the surface, the agitation stemmed from a deeper disillusionmentparticularly among Generation Zwith the ruling dispensation. This disillusionment flowed from a glaring mismatch between promises made and ground reality, compounded by the governments tendency to cover up failures through communal polarization and hyper-nationalism. Undoubtedly, this agenda paid rich electoral dividends for nearly a decade, with a parallel mechanism constantly at work to discourage criticism, debate, and dissent. Then the CJP was suddenly bornthanks in part to a remark by the countrys top judicial functionaryand within weeks, it had arrived at Jantar Mantar, changing the political wind direction. Educationist-environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk lent high-profile visibility to the movement through an indefinite hunger strike, joined by Gen Z student activists. What ultimately carried the day and secured the ouster of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan was the grit, determination, and innovative Gandhian resistance of the protesters. The protesting students had every reason to celebrate Pradhans exit from the Union Cabinetan act unseen since 2014. The only comparable precedent was M.J. Akbars resignation in 2018 under the Me Too movement, following allegations of sexual harassment by women journalists. However, that resignation did not directly challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modis authority; in fact, his strategists used it to place him on a high moral pedestal. By contrast, Gen Z created circumstances through a nationwide cry that reverberated internationally, forcing the Prime Minister to remove his ministersomething unprecedented since 2014, especially given Defence Minister Rajnath Singhs famous assertion that resignations do not happen in this government. No one can deny the CJP or Gen Z the right to celebrate, but such scenarios must be viewed within the broader context of a democratic polity. Peaceful public protests cannot and should not be reduced to simplistic binaries of victory or loss, nor should they be seen as a loss of face for the ruling party. Accepting a public demand does not diminish a leaders prestige. On the contrary, responding to legitimate grievanceseven if only to defuse tensionshould be viewed as creditworthy statesmanship. A narrative has been cast that Pradhans resignation is a setback and a dent in Modis strongman image. This may be partially true, but much depends on how the Prime Minister chooses to interpret it. Since 2014, a new political ethos has taken root, equating strong leadership with victory at any cost without budging an inch. That approach is fundamentally flawed in an electoral democracy where the people are supreme. Their demands may be right or wrong, but those in power must engage with an open mind rather than entering every confrontation with a rigid determination to uphold supremacy at all costs. This flexibility was missing in the governments initial response to the CJP protests; it was only belatedly that it chose to engage on realistic terms. In simple terms, Prime Minister Modi eventually heeded the protesters call and accepted Pradhans resignation, albeit after considerable delay. Had the political authorities acted in time rather than prolonging the standoff and attempting to suppress it by force, the impression of a challenge to his authority could have been entirely dispelled. The delay only amplified the perception of reluctance. From here, the CJP has a long way to go. Its victory remains largely symbolic in policy terms, but it has significantly raised public awareness about the challenges confronting Indias aspiring youth. It will be incumbent upon CJP activists and Gen Z in general to maintain this tempo. At the same time, other sections of societyshaken out of their slumbermust recognize the urgency of backing the movement to its logical end, where tangible results are achieved on vital national issues. The fundamental question still hangs fire: Should the CJP convert itself into a political party? Its leaders are well within their rights to do so, but forming a political party at such an early stage would come with numerous encumbrancesorganizational, financial, and strategic. For now, acting as a pressure group to hold the government accountable on public issues appears to be the prudent approach, until an appropriate time for taking the electoral route arrives. For the CJP to successfully transition into a political party, Gen Z consolidation must first be placed on firm footing. That would require an all-encompassing effort, involving not only young activists but also key opposition parties and people from all generations, to take on the formidable electoral machinery of the Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party. The CJPs demonstrations should be evaluated on broader parameters, beyond the national impact they have made in a short span. Significantly, these protests occurred against the backdrop of a wave of youth-led agitations across South Asiain Sri Lanka (2022), Bangladesh (2024), and Nepal (2025)each leading to shifts in political power structures. Although circumstances and ethos vary from country to country, the common thread is unmistakable: anger over youth unemployment, inequality, corruption, and the systematic exclusion of young people from policymaking. Another commonality is the catalytic role played by social media, with many new dimensions of digital activism on display during the Jantar Mantar protests. However, the Indian context is entirely different from that of other South Asian nations. The primary reason is the firm footing of Indias democratic structure, despite persistent efforts to weaken it. The ballotand in the modern context, the EVMhas always played a decisive role, serving as a powerful and peaceful means for the people to vent their anger and effect change. Despite aberrations and challenges, that democratic context remains strongly intact.
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Srinagar, Sep 5:Jammu and Kashmir has a fresh opportunity to accelerate its transition to solar power, with the Centre significantly expanding financial support for renewable energy. But to make the most of this window, J&K will need to put substantial resources of its own behind the effort and treat solarisation as a long-term infrastructure mission rather than another subsidy programme.The question of financing is central to J&Ks solar future. The Centre has already demonstrated what public policy backed by public money can achieve through the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, which aims to take rooftop solar to one crore households across the country. The schemes budgetary allocation has risen sharply from Rs 6250 crore in 2024-25 to Rs 20,000 crore in 2025-26 and Rs 22,000 crore in 2026-27. PM-KUSUM and other renewable-energy programmes provide additional avenues of Central support.The scale of this financial commitment makes one thing clear: solar power is no longer a peripheral environmental initiative. It is increasingly becoming a mainstream component of Indias energy security strategy. Several states have recognised this and are putting their own money alongside Central assistance to multiply its impact. Assam, for instance, has supplemented the Central subsidy under PM Surya Ghar with additional assistance of up to Rs 45,000, depending on system capacity.Delhi has gone further. On September 2, it announced a programme to provide 3-kW rooftop solar systems without upfront installation costs to around 2.30 lakh eligible households, combining Central subsidy with its own financial support.J&K too has begun moving in this direction. Successive budgets have provided resources for renewable energy, while J&K has offered additional assistance over Central support for residential rooftop systems. It has also earmarked substantial expenditure for solarisation of government buildings and pursued PM-KUSUM and other renewable-energy programmes.The forthcoming industrial policy is also expected to consider support for rooftop solar in the industrial sector, potentially offering a cleaner and more productive alternative to conventional subsidies for diesel generator sets. There has also been sustained administrative attention. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has repeatedly reviewed solarisation programmes, pushed implementing agencies to accelerate execution and fixed targets, while Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has also periodically reviewed progress.That administrative focus has helped create momentum. But it now needs to be matched by financial ambition.J&K should extract every possible rupee from Central schemes, but it should not allow the scale of its solar programme to be determined solely by the money available under centrally sponsored schemes. J&K needs to put substantially more of its own resources alongside the Central assistance.The governments commitment to provide 200 units of free electricity makes this even more important. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has indicated that the commitment should be realised through solarisation, an approach that could fundamentally change the economics of free power.The choice is straightforward. Government can continue purchasing electricity and subsidising 200 units every month, year after year. Or it can invest in generating capacity that produces those units for decades.Solar investment should therefore be treated as capital formation in the power sector, not simply as another subsidy.The obvious challenge is financing. J&K's fiscal position is constrained, but there are potential resources within the power economy itself.J&K collects water-usage charges from hydroelectric generating companies for using its water resources. A substantial portion of these receipts could be ring-fenced for a dedicated J&K Solar Mission Fund.There is a compelling logic to such an arrangement: revenue generated from the exploitation of J&Ks rivers could help finance the next generation of cleaner, more distributed energy infrastructure.J&K should also consider responsible long-term borrowing for productive solar assets whose operating lives extend over two decades.Concessional financing from multilateral institutions such as the World Bank, along with climate and green-energy financing windows, could provide an additional source of capital. If immediate budgetary constraints are the only obstacle, borrowing specifically for solar infrastructure deserves serious consideration. J&K Bank could become another important partner by creating a dedicated solar-financing window offering comparatively affordable credit. Interest subvention, guarantees or other risk-sharing mechanisms could be used where necessary to reduce financing costs and encourage household and institutional investment. In short, J&K may need to budget, borrow and leverage if it wants to accelerate solarisation at the scale the opportunity demands.There is another critical component that cannot be overlooked: the local solar industry.A solar transition of this magnitude cannot be delivered by government departments alone. It will require a strong ecosystem of installers, equipment suppliers, technicians and maintenance providers.Solar vendors should therefore be encouraged as an emerging MSME sector, with access to applicable incentives, skill development, quality certification, working-capital support and easier credit. Such an ecosystem would not only speed up solarisation but also create new businesses and employment opportunities within J&K. What J&K needs now is a comprehensive financing architecture for a Solar Mission Central subsidies as the foundation, UT budgetary support on top of them, water-usage revenues as a dedicated source, institutional and multilateral financing, affordable bank credit and an incentivised local vendor ecosystem. The ingredients are already available. Central support has never been stronger. Technology has matured. Administrative monitoring has gathered momentum. The political commitment to expand access to electricity is already on the table.What is missing is investment at a scale matching the opportunity.J&K was late in harnessing its hydropower wealth. It cannot afford to repeat that mistake with solar energy.The sun is offering J&K a new energy opportunity and this time, the resources to seize it are already beginning to line up. What J&K needs now is the resolve to invest before another opportunity passes by.
Mushtaq Chaya-backed consortium wins Sangarmal land auction for Rs 421.75 crore
Srinagar, Sep 5:When the Srinagar Development Authority decided to put around 45 kanal of prime land at Sangarmal up for online auction, prominent hotelier Mushtaq Ahmad Chaya had already made up his mind to bid for it.His decision had been taken before the auction was put up, and he was prepared to pursue the property regardless of how high the bidding went.Come what may, I had made up my mind that I would bid for it. I was ready to go for the bid at any cost, Chaya told Greater Kashmir in an exclusive conversation. That determination culminated in a winning bid of Rs 421.75 crore by a consortium backed by Chaya, following a marathon online auction that began on August 25 and continued until 1:48 am on August 26.The property had a reserve price of Rs 125 crore. The winning offer was therefore more than 3.3 times the reserve price and Rs 296.75 crore above the minimum amount fixed for the auction.At around 2 am on August 26, we finally closed the bid and we won it, Chaya said. The 45-kanal property, offered on a full-lease basis, comprises land in front of and behind the existing Sangarmal City Centre. It is located a few hundred metres behind the Kashmir Golf Course, opposite Polo View and around a kilometre from LalChowk. Dal Lake is also roughly a kilometre away, while one end of the property touches ChuntKhul.The transaction is among the most significant commercial property deals in Srinagar in recent years, but Chaya's interest in the site goes beyond the value of the land. I had decided that I wanted to take this property and develop something big for Kashmir. There were other consortia, there was competition, but I was very clear in my mind, he said.Chaya, who heads the Mushtaq Group of Hotels, has been in the hospitality business since the mid-1980s and has built a substantial presence across Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi. His group has operated and developed hospitality properties in association with international hotel brands and has been involved in the expansion of the region's tourism infrastructure.He has also held leadership positions in industry bodies, including the Jammu & Kashmir Hoteliers Club, representing issues concerning tourism, investment and the hospitality sector. That experience now feeds into his plans for the Sangarmal site.The Chaya-backed consortium plans an integrated commercial and hospitality development featuring a hotel, shopping spaces, banquet facilities, exclusive retail, entertainment and leisure components. My idea is to create something big for Kashmir. It should have a hotel, shops, banquets and exclusive retail spaces. I want it to be a blend of international malls and international facilities, but with the Kashmir touch, Chaya said.The proposed project is expected to involve an overall investment of around Rs 1000 crore, including the Rs 421.75-crore bid and approximately Rs 650 crore in construction and development. A major feature planned for the development is parking capacity for around 5000 vehicles. The scale of the parking facility is expected to make the proposed destination more accessible to visitors and shoppers and address one of the key challenges associated with large commercial developments in central Srinagar. The project is also envisaged as a new shopping and leisure destination for both residents and tourists. Its location near LalChowk, Polo View, the Kashmir Golf Course and Dal Lake places it within a high-traffic commercial and tourism corridor.Chaya said the objective was to create a destination where shopping would be only one part of the experience.We want to create a destination. People should come there not only for shopping but also to spend time, eat, stay and experience something different. We want international standards, but we also want the project to reflect Kashmir, he said. The investment could also have a significant employment impact. Chaya estimates that the project could generate around 10,000 direct and indirect jobs. My aim is to create more jobs. We have seen years of peace and now people should get its dividends. Investment should ultimately benefit the people of Kashmir, he said.Asked about the broader investment environment in Kashmir, particularly with the Valley witnessing increased economic activity and investment, Chaya said both local and outside investment were necessary for sustained growth. He cited the takeover of the Centaur Hotel on Dal Lake by the Leela Group as an example of outside investment, while the Sangarmal auction represented a major investment by a locally backed enterprise.According to Chaya, the two should not be viewed as competing models. Outside investment can bring capital, expertise and new brands, while local investment can keep a greater share of economic activity rooted in the region. What matters, he said, is that both contribute to business expansion, economic activity and employment. The consortium plans to engage specialised consultants, designers and professionals with experience in large-scale commercial and hospitality developments. Chaya said the project was backed by his group and that specialised expertise would be brought in wherever required.The formal successful bidder is Parmesh Construction Company Ltd, a consortium involving Pahalgam Green Hotels and Bhutani Infra Ltd, with Chaya backing the project and driving its proposed development vision. The location is central to the project's business proposition. The site sits close to Srinagar's established commercial centre while also being within easy reach of major tourism and recreational landmarks.You have LalChowk, Polo View, the Golf Course and Dal Lake all nearby. If you develop the property properly, it can become a landmark for Srinagar, Chaya said. The Sangarmal City Centre itself has struggled to achieve the commercial activity originally envisaged for it. The complex includes commercial spaces, a Craft Bazaar, kiosks, food courts, a restaurant and office spaces, besides landscaped areas, fountains, parking facilities, lifts and escalators.Despite its strategic location, significant portions of the complex have remained underutilised.The proposed development could change the commercial character of the area by bringing together retail, hospitality, entertainment and leisure facilities in a single destination. The planned parking capacity would further expand its ability to accommodate large visitor volumes.For the local economy, the proposed project represents more than a high-value property transaction. Its success would depend on whether the planned capital investment translates into operational businesses, sustained footfall, employment and new demand for local suppliers and services. The auction itself demonstrated the premium investors are willing to pay for strategically located commercial property in Srinagar. Against a reserve price of Rs 125 crore, the final bid reached Rs 421.75 crore. The consortium is required to execute the project within the stipulated lease conditions, including a three-year construction timeline.We have to complete the construction within three years as per the conditions. We are going to start work and move ahead with the project, Chaya said.The immediate outcome of the auction is aRs 421.75-crore lease commitment. The larger proposition is the proposed Rs 1000-crore development, which could add a major new retail, hospitality and entertainment destination to Srinagar.
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Manish Tewari Urges Governments to Be More Tolerant, Journalists to Show Responsibility
Congress MP Manish Tewari calls for greater tolerance from governments and responsibility from journalists following recent incidents in Delhi. Manish Tewari Urges Governments to Be More Tolerant, Journalists to Show Responsibility
Fourteenth Suspect in NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Sent to Judicial Custody
A fast-track court in New Delhi has sent the 14th suspect in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case to 14 days of judicial custody. Fourteenth Suspect in NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Sent to Judicial Custody
As Ayushman Arogya Mandirs replaceMohallaClinics in Delhi, former staff await dues
Some former mohalla clinic staff who were not absorbed into the AAMs are still awaiting their dues. Dr. Amit Gupta, who worked at a mohalla clinic nearMandawalimetro station, said he is owed 78,000.
Brian Lara seeks medical care for Imran Khan
This isnt politics. Its basic humanity for a legend NEW DELHI: Legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara on Saturday joined former cricketers in seeking proper medical treatment for jailed former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying it is basic humanity to treat someone with compassion and dignity. The 73-year-old Imran has been lodged []
Hope statehood promise will be fulfilled: Dy CM
Jammu, Sep 05: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Saturday expressed hope that the Centre would fulfil its commitments on restoration of statehood and said the chief minister had raised this and several other issues during his recent meeting with the Union home minister. Whenever Omar (Abdullah) Sahib goes to Delhi, whether []
