Delhi / The Times of India
New Delhi is getting a pedestrian subway near Gole Market. The NDMC has started barricading Bhai Veer Singh Marg. This is for the construction of a subway. It will help people reach the upcoming museum. The museum will honor women achievers. Traffic diversions are in place. Motorists should avoid the area. The project aims to be completed in five months.
New Delhi anticipates a warm, wet day today with temperatures reaching 39.4C and an 82% chance of afternoon rain. The city is set for significant weather changes this week, with heavy rainfall bringing much-needed relief. July 29 is forecast to be the wettest day, dropping temperatures to a cooler 25.3-28.5C, marking a notable shift from the usual summer heat.
Teej mehendi artists in NCR face slow business despite popular traditions, hope for last-minute surge.
Peru's Independence Day celebrated in Delhi with cultural performances and diplomatic solidarity.
The Delhi High Court refused bail to a man accused of repeatedly raping a minor. The court clarified that friendship does not grant permission for sexual intercourse without consent. Even if there was consent, it would be invalid because the survivor was a minor.
In Delhi, witness protection is under scrutiny following the murder of a key witness and rising intimidation cases. The Supreme Court emphasizes the need to safeguard witnesses, calling them crucial for justice. Delhi's government implemented a witness protection scheme with threat-level-based measures, but experts advocate for robust threat analysis, long-term support, and strict enforcement to ensure witness safety and well-being.
New Delhi braces for a sweltering 39.6C today, July 25, under partly cloudy skies, urging residents to stay hydrated and indoors during peak heat. However, a significant weather shift is on the horizon. The coming week promises much-needed relief, with moderate to heavy monsoon rains expected from Sunday, July 27, bringing temperatures down to a pleasant 28.1C by Tuesday.