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southwest Delhi, according to a police officer. The event occurred on Saturday evening around 7:45 PM at the Ber Sarai traffic light near Vedant Deshika Marg. «The injuries sustained by ASI Pramod and Head Constable Sailesh were reported to be minor. But the intention was to kill them. A case has been registered under charges of attempt to murder, obstruction in discharge of official duty, and endangering the lives of public,» said the officer.

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday said he needed the support of the people to defeat the BJP and ensure that the «good work» continued in Delhi. The former chief minister resumed his 'padyatra' following a break for the festivals and urged the people of Delhi to vote for AAP in the assembly elections while accusing the BJP of halting development work. «I need your support to defeat the BJP and keep the good work going in the city because I cannot do it alone. The BJP will stop all the work if it comes into power as it cannot match the facilities (being provided in Delhi) in states where it is already in power,» he claimed. There was no immediate response from the BJP on the claims.

Earlier, on Saturday evening, two traffic police personnel met with road accident near the red light at Ber Sarai, Kishan Garh. According to a PCR call received at PS Kishan Garh, a car reportedly struck the officers while they were on duty, prompting immediate medical attention. According to Delhi Police, the incident has been classified as a serious offense, with the traffic police alleging an attempt on their lives due to the reckless actions of the driver.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. One evening, a few days before Diwali, it took me nearly three hours to travel 30km from Gurgaon to Delhi. The traffic congestion was, as usual, caused by amiable people who cannot bear to be alone.

Apple CEO Tim Cook’s Diwali greetings feature Delhi photographer’s iPhone snapshot. Take a lookA latest report from South Korea-based ETNews suggests that Apple will use LTPO technology across all four iPhone 17 models, with display panels supplied by Samsung and LG.LTPO, which stands for Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide technology, has become the standard not only among Android flagships but also in mid-range devices.

In the two weeks leading up to Diwali this year, an impressive 3.9 crore liquor bottles were sold across the capital, generating a remarkable Rs. 448 crore in revenue through 680 shops operated by four government corporations. This year’s figures mark a substantial increase compared to the previous two years. In 2022, 1.9 crore bottles sold for Rs. 324 crore, while 2023 saw sales rise to 2.7 crore bottles worth Rs. 433 crore.

PM2.5 levels hit a peak by midnight on Diwali this year, which was 13 per cent higher than the peaks observed last year and in 2022, a recent analysis showed. The Diwali night this year had higher nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels that indicates high traffic congestion, a report by Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) said. The research organisation's report also said unlike previous years, on Diwali night in Delhi, there was a quick build-up of PM2.5 levels and dissipation the next day. «By midnight on October 31, PM2.5 hit a peak of 603 g/m³, 13 per cent higher than Diwali peaks observed in 2022 and 2023,» the report stated.

Rohit Bal gathered alongside his family to pay their final respects to the designer who played a pivotal role in bringing Indian fashion to the global stage. Bal, one of India's most celebrated fashion designers, died on Friday night at a south Delhi hospital following a heart attack at the age of 63. He was cremated at the Lodhi Road crematorium here on Saturday. His funeral was attended by Sunil Sethi, the president of Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), actor-model Arjun Rampal, designers JJ Valaya, Varun Bahl and Rohit Gandhi. The designer's mortal remains were kept at his Defence Colony residence, where many prominent personalities paid their last respects.

Ammunition cartridges were found in the pocket of a seat on an Air India flight AI916 flying from Dubai to New Delhi after it landed at New Delhi airport, an Air India spokesperson said on Saturday. The flight landed at New Delhi Airport on October 27 and all the passengers were safely disembarked from the flight. Following this, a complaint was lodged with the Airport Police by Air India strictly adhering to the laid down security protocols.

Shah Rukh Khan, also known as ‘Bollywood Badshah,’ turned a year younger today. The actor is considered to be the last of the superstars in Bollywood—an icon who holds an inexplicable sway over the masses and classes alike and is also one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. Aside from commanding the box-office, the actor has also built an empire slowly yet steadily.

Diwali celebrations, Delhi is facing a significant pollution crisis, with a recent survey indicating that 69% of families in the capital and the National Capital Region (NCR) report health issues stemming from deteriorating air quality. The Air Quality Index (AQI) surged to a staggering 999 on the night of Diwali, marking one of the highest levels recorded in the area.

Jaishankar and his Thai counterpart Maris Sangiampongsa discussed bilateral ties, multilateral cooperation and regional developments during a meeting in Delhi on Saturday. In a post on X, Jaishankar said Sangiampongsa's visit for the Royal Kathina ceremony «exemplifies the longstanding historical and cultural relations» between the two countries. The Thai minister is scheduled to depart India on Sunday.

fireworks ban. Noise levels exceeded safe standards in most areas, including silent, residential, commercial, and industrial zones. Data from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) revealed that on Thursday night, decibel levels ranged from 58 to 88.7 dB(A), compared to 53.7 to 84.5 dB(A) in 2023. Although some areas such as Aurobindo Marg and RK Puram were quieter without firecrackers, other areas experienced higher noise levels. In total, 22 out of 31 monitored areas were louder than last year, while nine areas were quieter. Najafgarh saw an increase in noise levels from 55.5 dB(A) in 2023 to 58 dB(A).

Rosie Naid Shikera, a 51-year-old woman from Brazil, has made a remarkable journey to India to be with Pawan Goyal, a 30-year-old man from Bhind, Chhattisgarh. Their love story illustrates how deep connections can flourish across cultures and distances. The couple first met during Rosie’s visit to Kutch, India, last year, where a friendship quickly transformed into a romantic relationship.

The attack resulted in the deaths of 40-year-old Akash Sharma and his 16-year-old nephew, Rishabh, while Sharma's 13-year-old son, Krish, was seriously injured. The shooting happened around 8 PM as the family was celebrating Diwali. CCTV footage captured the assailants stopping their scooter, bowing to touch Sharma's feet, and then starting to shoot while pursuing him into the house. Rishabh was shot when he tried to grab one of the attackers.

Gonda railway station when a bomb threat was reported on the 12565 Bihar Sampark Kranti Express train, which was travelling from Darbhanga to Delhi. The train was halted at Gonda station, where all coaches, the engine, and the guard's compartment were thoroughly checked in response to the alert.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. For those who started their fashion careers in the 1990s—a time when the industry was just starting to find its place—Rohit Bal was a guiding light. And this was borne out when almost every member of the fashion industry, from designers and stylists to photographers, models and fashion writers, had a special memory to share of working with him, soon after the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) announced the death of legendary designer on 1 November.

While officials expected Delhi’s air quality to plunge into the “severe” category, favorable winds and above-normal temperatures helped mitigate the situation.

GoI also plays a crucial role in policy design and financing. This shared responsibility often leads to conflicts with states, intensified by political turf wars.

Narendra Modi's recent attack, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said lies, deceit, fakery, loot and publicity are the five adjectives that best describe the BJP government, adding that the 100-day plan was a cheap PR stunt. «Lies, Deceit, Fakery, Loot & Publicity are the 5 adjectives which best describe your Govt! Your drumbeating regarding a 100-day plan was a cheap PR stunt! On May 16, 2024 you had also claimed that you took inputs from more than 20 lakh people for the road map for 2047. RTI filed in PMO declined to put forth details, exposing your LIES!» said Kharge. «The 'B' in BJP stands for Betrayal, while the 'J' stands for JUMLA! Setting the record straight. Promise of 2 Crore Jobs per year? Why is India's Unemployment Rate at a 45-year high? Why are stampedes witnessed wherever there are vacancies for a handful of jobs? Who is responsible for 70 paper leaks in 7 years? Who snatched 5 Lakh Govt jobs by selling stake in PSUs? Bahut Hui Mehangai Ki Maar? Why have the household savings plunged to a 50-year low? Why has the cost of a common thali increased by 52% in just last year?» questioned Kharge.

Rahul Gandhi, who has spent a lot of time at the 10, Janpath bungalow in Lutyens' Delhi, says he is «not a big fan» of the house. The reason is that his father and former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi was living in the 10, Janpath house when he was assassinated in Tamil Nadu's Sriperumbudur on May 21, 1991. «My father died (while he was living) here, so I am not a big fan of this house,» Gandhi tells his nephew Raihan Rajiv Vadra, while working with paint jobs workers at the 10, Janpath residence ahead of Diwali. The conversation is recorded as part of a Diwali video that Gandhi released on Friday in which he interacts with paint job workers and potters. The video also features Vadra with whom Gandhi is in conversation.