The Delhi government's Women and Child Development Department (WCD) has introduced a new internship and research framework, offering students in social work, psychology, and related fields structured field exposure at child care institutions and welfare centres.
The staff association of Dyal Singh Evening College is protesting the proposed renaming of the college to Banda Singh Bahadur, following a decision made in December 2025. They met with the Governing Body chairman to voice their concerns and request a staff council meeting to discuss the matter.
A devastating fire at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people, including six foreigners. Investigations reveal severe fire safety violations, such as sealed windows, non-functional sensor gates, overcrowding, and the absence of a fire No Objection Certificate, which turned the building into a death trap.
Following a fatal fire at Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar that killed 21, another property linked to the owner has been discovered, revealing a labyrinthine basement with cramped rooms, extensive wooden panelling, and severe fire safety concerns, including lack of ventilation and unauthorised construction.
Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate narcotics syndicate, arresting nine individuals and seizing heroin and crude opium valued at approximately Rs 16 crore.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed government school principals to ensure clean toilets, functional medical rooms, and proper maintenance of sanitary pad vending machines in schools, emphasising the importance of menstrual hygiene and awareness.
A bus caught fire in Mahipalpur, southwest Delhi, prompting a response from fire services. No casualties or injuries have been reported.
Customs officials at Delhi's IGI Airport seized approximately 48 crore worth of hydroponic weed from two Thai nationals arriving from Bangkok, marking one of the largest narcotics recoveries at an Indian international airport in recent years.
A 28-year-old habitual offender, working as a gardener, has been arrested for allegedly burgling around Rs 1 crore from a house in south Delhi's Greater Kailash area.
Delhi Gymkhana Club members call takeover "illegal" and highlight heritage and social value.
An unidentified man was found dead on a pavement in the Chitli Kabar Market area of Old Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and seeking public assistance to identify him.
The Centre had asked the Gymkhana Club in Lutyens' Delhi to hand over the premises, citing that the 27.3-acre plot was required for "strengthening and securing defence infrastructure".
Two elderly women were found dead under mysterious circumstances inside their residence in central Delhi's New Rajinder Nagar on Thursday morning, with police saying there were no signs of forced entry into the house.
Delhi Police have arrested three alleged sharpshooters and two weapon suppliers linked to the Kapil Sangwan gang, thwarting an extortion plot targeting a clinic in southwest Delhi.
Delhi Police have dismantled an inter-state drug syndicate, arresting three individuals and seizing a significant quantity of heroin worth approximately Rs 25 lakh in the international market.
The TMC is grappling with an extraordinary internal paradox as its legislative faction in West Bengal pledges 'constructive opposition' against the BJP, while a significant portion of its Lok Sabha MPs surprisingly aligns with the BJP-led NDA, exposing a profound ideological schism within the party.
A 31-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death by three people in north Delhi's Shahbad Dairy area. Police have arrested one suspect and are investigating the motive.
Two employees of a government liquor shop in Delhi's Paharganj were shot and stabbed after resisting a robbery attempt. The two accused were later arrested in Uttar Pradesh.
A 23-year-old man, recently released from Tihar Jail, was allegedly stabbed to death in Delhi's Uttam Nagar over a monetary dispute. Police have apprehended five suspects and are investigating the incident.
A Delhi hospital has successfully performed a robot-assisted splenorenal bypass surgery on a 67-year-old woman with a single functioning kidney, marking a first for India.
A Delhi court has convicted a youth for stabbing a teenager to death near Govind Puri Metro station in 2023, citing the reliable testimony of a sole eyewitness as sufficient evidence.
A Delhi hospital has successfully performed a robot-assisted splenorenal bypass surgery on a 67-year-old woman with a single functioning kidney, marking a first for India.
Delhi Police have dismantled a counterfeit auto parts operation, arresting three individuals for allegedly selling fake switches branded with a well-known auto component manufacturer's name. Raids in Karol Bagh led to the seizure of 10,650 counterfeit switches, believed to be imported and sold as genuine products.
A 19-year-old man was shot and wounded in Outer Delhi's Sultanpuri area by unidentified individuals, police said on Friday. Police have apprehended a suspect and are interrogating him.
Delhi Police has dismantled an interstate drug syndicate, arresting nine individuals and seizing heroin worth approximately Rs 16 crore.
Delhi Police arrested three men and apprehended three juveniles for allegedly running an extortion racket and demanding weekly 'hafta' from an e-rickshaw parking owner in Jahangir Puri.
Delhi Police dismantled an interstate cyber fraud network involved in routing illicit funds through bank account kits, SIM cards, and ATM credentials, leading to the arrest of three key individuals from Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
A 37-year-old habitual offender, posing as a bike taxi rider, has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly snatching mobile phones from unsuspecting late-night passengers.
The Delhi Gymkhana Club has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge the Centre's directive to vacate its premises by June 5, citing the land's critical requirement for "strengthening and securing defence infrastructure."
Police discovered the body of a 54-year-old woman in her Majnu Ka Tilla residence after receiving a report of a foul smell. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, with no immediate signs of foul play.
A 38-year-old woman and her 13-year-old son were found murdered in their home in Delhi's Govindpuri area. Police suspect robbery as the motive.
An Air India flight en route to San Francisco was compelled to return to New Delhi due to a technical malfunction, causing significant disruption to passengers.
A property dispute in Delhi's Shakurpur area turned fatal, resulting in the death of an uncle and injuries to his nephew. Police are investigating the incident.
A 22-year-old man was shot dead near a college in northeast Delhi's Welcome area, police said on Wednesday. The deceased was identified as Amanullah Qureshi, a resident of Maujpur.
A 26-year-old man was shot in the leg by police in Dwarka, Delhi, after allegedly attempting to snatch an officer's service pistol while evading arrest following a carjacking incident.
Head Coach Hemang Badani admitted Delhi Capitals paid the price for inconsistency, dropped catches and missed opportunities after finishing sixth in IPL 2026 and missing the playoffs once again.
Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized approximately Rs 48 crore worth of hydroponic weed from two Thai nationals arriving from Bangkok.
Four people have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 60-year-old watchman in Outer Delhi's Peeragarhi village. Police say the 'well-planned' murder was carried out following a verbal altercation. The accused removed the number plate of the SUV used in the crime to avoid identification.
An undertrial prisoner in Delhi's Mandoli Jail was allegedly attacked by three fellow inmates with a sharp object inside a punishment cell, leading to a police investigation.
Delhi Police have arrested a 38-year-old man, Rinku alias Monu, who was a proclaimed offender in a rape and POCSO Act case. He had been evading court proceedings since 2024 and was apprehended following a tip-off.
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