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New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Delhi Police on Tuesday arrested a robber involved in the theft of an Apple iPhone-17 from a vehicle near Connaught Place and recovered the stolen mobile phone from his possession, officials said. According to Delhi Police, the accused was apprehended by a team from Police Station Mandir Marg following a swift and professional investigation. Police have also invoked Section 112 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against the accused during the course of the investigatio…

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) The Delhi Traffic Police on Tuesday issued a detailed traffic advisory for a high-level summit rehearsal scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam on Wednesday, cautioning commuters that several important roads in the national capital are likely to witness restrictions, diversions, and regulated movement between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.​ The rehearsal is being organised in preparation for the upcoming International Big Cat Alliance Summit and the India-Africa Forum Summit, bot…

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta led government functionaries, including Ministers and officials, in making the most of “Metro Monday” and spreading the message of optimal use of public transport. Lieutenant Governor Sandhu, who had used the Metro on numerous occasions, joined the green initiative, which also served as an opportunity to interact with young Metro users.In a post on X, Sandhu wrote, “As on previous occasions, bumpe…

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) BJP MP, Manoj Tiwari, on Monday participated in the ‘Metro Monday’ campaign by travelling in the Delhi Metro and an electric auto along with NDMC Vice Chairman, Kuljeet Singh Chahal, while also promoting Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption through a new parking rebate initiative in the national Capital.The campaign, following the call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and under the leadership of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, focussed on encouraging the use of public transpo…

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took a metro ride on Monday as part of the “Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan” campaign, promoting the message of conservation at a time when fuel prices have become a politically sensitive issue. During the journey, the Chief Minister was also seen interacting with fellow passengers and encouraging the use of public transport.BJP MP from the North East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency, Manoj Tiwari, also travelled by metro following Prime Ministe…

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) In a major breakthrough under the ongoing special drive against proclaimed offenders and externees, a team of Hauz Qazi Police Station in the national capital on Saturday apprehended a notorious proclaimed offender involved in 69 criminal cases, who had been absconding, to evade judicial proceedings in a theft case. The accused, identified as Babloo alias Narendra alias Prem, a resident of Multani Dhanda in Delhi’s Paharganj, was arrested following sustained technical sur…

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) In a continued crackdown on traffic violations and document fraud, the Delhi Traffic Police have detected three serious offences involving forged no entry permits and a tampered vehicle in the last 48 hours. Officials said legal action has been initiated in all cases. According to police, the first incident was reported on April 27 at around 5:15 P.M. near Patiala House Court under Tilak Marg Circle. ASI Rajender Kumar, along with Head Constable Omprakash, intercepted …

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Saturday donned the colours of the Delhi Capitals IPL team and joined thousands of cricket fans at Arun Jaitley Stadium in cheering the city’s team. As Sandhu, wearing a blue DC T-shirt, occupied a seat in the public stands, his co-spectators clicked selfies with him and cheered the home team with him.In a post on social media, the Lieutenant Governor said, “Enjoyed the electrifying contest between @DelhiCapitals and @Punjab…

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Monday praised the Delhi Traffic Police for engaging with nearly 6,000 residents and civic agencies over 30 meetings to resolve issues related to pedestrian safety and unauthorised parking.​ Sandhu welcomed the launch of a special project by the traffic police to deliver citizen-centric solutions and make roads smoother, safer and organised.​In a post on X, the LG said, “Following my visit and guidance on April 2, I am ple…

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S Sandhu on Tuesday visited the Kamla Nagar Market, close to the Delhi University, and mingled with residents there before assuring an early solution to their concerns, including parking, sanitation, security, women’s safety, and high rentals for students in PG accommodations. Sandhu, in his inimitable style of impromptu on-ground interactions with citizens, walked around in the area in the afternoon with minimal security cover and relived…