New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) After days of scorching heatwave conditions that pushed temperatures above 45°C, Delhi residents finally got some respite as a sharp drop in mercury was recorded across the national capital over the past 48 hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed a significant cooling of 7 to 9 degrees Celsius within just 24 hours, bringing much‑needed relief from the intense summer heat.On May 27, several areas in Delhi reeled under severe heat. The Ridge station r…
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New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, on Monday discussed issues related to development and growth with Lieutenant Governor, T.S. Sandhu, a meeting which came amid a major push by the government to promote public transport and undertake measures to check monsoon flooding.“Hon’ble Chief Minister Smt. @gupta_rekha called on Hon’ble @LtGovDelhi, Sardar @SandhuTaranjitS, @LokNiwasDelhi. Discussions focussed on key issues related to the development and growth of Delhi,” …
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The national Capital is expected to witness a change in weather conditions after several days of dry and warm temperatures, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting light rainfall and thunderstorms on May 11 and 12. A yellow alert has been issued for both days, warning residents about possible lightning and gusty winds. According to the IMD forecast, Delhi may experience very light to light rain during the afternoon and evening hours on Sunday and Monday…
New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday reviewed the city’s water management plan for the summer months, stressing smooth and balanced supply and long-term solutions for shortage. At a meeting held at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister took stock of the progress of key water-related projects, directing officials to ensure there is no lapse in supply or response during peak demand, an official statement said.She stressed that every complaint must be addressed promptly …
New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) On the occasion of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation’s (DMRC) 32nd Foundation Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Sunday the seven new corridors to be constructed under Metro Phase-V (B).She said these corridors will have a combined length of 97.158 kilometers, and 65 new stations will be built along them. The estimated cost for all seven corridors to be constructed under Metro Phase-V (B) is approximately Rs 48,204.56 crore.The Chief Minister stated that th…
New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Residents of Delhi are currently experiencing noticeable relief from the intense heatwave that gripped the city in April. For Saturday as well, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted partly cloudy skies throughout the day, which is expected to keep the rise in temperature in check. Meanwhile, air quality in the capital remained in the ‘moderate’ category. Following rainfall and hailstorms that lashed parts of the city on Thursday, temperatures dropped…
New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) In a major breakthrough, the AGS/Crime Branch of Delhi Police, acting on specific and credible intelligence, carried out coordinated raids at multiple locations in the Palam and Dwarka areas, uncovering a large-scale illegal operation involving the unauthorised storage and refilling of LPG cylinders, officials said on Thursday. The crackdown resulted in the recovery of 137 LPG cylinders along with refilling equipment, exposing serious violations of safety norms and reg…
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) New Delhi is likely to witness heatwave conditions from Wednesday to Friday, with the mercury expected to soar to around 44 degrees Celsius in several parts of the national capital. In view of the situation, authorities have issued a yellow alert. Despite gusty winds offering some temporary relief on Tuesday, the maximum temperature stood at 38.8 degrees Celsius, which is one degree above the seasonal normal. The minimum temperature settled at 20.5 degrees Celsius and …
New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for allegedly operating an illegal LPG gas storage and refilling racket in the Palam area, recovering 45 Bharat Gas cylinders from the spot, officials said on Thursday.In a significant crackdown, a team from Palam Village Police Station dismantled the illegal operation that was being run from a residential locality in Palam. The accused have been identified as Anaar Singh, a resident of Najafgarh, who worked as a driver; Saty…
New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Panic spread in the Keshav Puram police station area of Delhi after a fire broke out in a residential house. Five people sustained injuries in the incident. Three fire tenders and teams from the Keshav Puram police station rushed to the scene and worked to extinguish the blaze. The incident occurred near the Tri Nagar grain market within the jurisdiction of the Keshav Puram police station. The fire started in the house at approximately 7.00 a.m. However, the exact caus…