Former India leg-spinner Amit Mishra has been appointed as the spin-bowling coach for the Delhi Capitals. Mishra, an IPL veteran who played 10 seasons for the franchise, joins a high-profile support staff.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan attended Dussehra celebrations in New Delhi on Tuesday. Effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath were burnt at various Ramleela grounds, with dignitaries delivering messages on truth, righteousness, and fighting social evils. One committee also burnt a cockroach effigy to symbolise filth, leading to a complaint from AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj.
Delhi Police have successfully dismantled an alleged interstate heroin manufacturing and supply network, arresting seven individuals and seizing over 8 kg of heroin valued at approximately Rs 60 crore. The operation spanned Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand, uncovering an illicit manufacturing unit in Lucknow and tracing raw opium supply to Jharkhand. The arrests include an alleged raw opium supplier involved in illegal poppy cultivation.
A Delhi-based content creator, Amir Shokeen, has been arrested for allegedly racially abusing and humiliating a youth from Tripura in a viral video. Delhi Police took suo motu cognisance of the incident, which has drawn widespread condemnation from political leaders including Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Tripura CM Manik Saha. The Tripura Students Forum Delhi also filed a complaint seeking urgent investigation into the alleged sexual assault and derogatory remarks.
Spain's Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club by two shots, finishing 21-under 267. His victory, achieved despite a broken toe, showcased strategic course management and precise play. This win strengthens his bid for the Race to Dubai crown against top players like Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy, marking another significant achievement in his career resurgence.
Six individuals, including two juveniles, have been apprehended in northeast Delhi for the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man. The incident occurred on Tuesday night in Central Park following a dispute over smoking. The victim, Subhan, succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
Delhi Police have apprehended three more individuals, including a couple, in connection with a drug supply network in Burari, North Delhi, where a minor was allegedly used to sell heroin. This brings the total arrests to six, with significant seizures of heroin, cocaine, and MDMA. The investigation is ongoing to trace the drug source and other involved parties.
Air India has commenced construction of a new multi-facility Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) hangar at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. This nine-acre facility aims to centralise engineering and maintenance activities, enhancing fleet upkeep, improving reliability, and reducing aircraft ground time for the Tata Group-owned airline.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Sporting Club Delhi in an Indian Super League match on Friday. After conceding a goal in the first half, Mohun Bagan scored twice through Lee Erwin and Miguel Figueira after the break to clinch the win.
Delhi Police seized 167.94 kg of illegal firecrackers from a house in Sangam Vihar and arrested a 34-year-old man for storing them without a licence. The seizure was part of a drive against illegal firecracker storage ahead of Diwali.
The Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon has announced a revised route for this year's edition, scheduled for Sunday. The change is due to ongoing protests near Rail Bhawan, Sansad Marg, and Patel Chowk, which were part of the traditional course. Organisers have communicated the new route to participants, while elite race timings and other run categories remain largely unaffected.
Police in Delhi have apprehended a 21-year-old youth and a juvenile in connection with the murder of 30-year-old history-sheeter Md Mohnish. The murder, which occurred on October 11, was allegedly motivated by multiple personal grudges, including revenge for a friend's killing and past altercations. Two other assailants remain at large, and weapons were recovered during the arrests.
Delhi Police has registered multiple FIRs against individuals who allegedly violated prohibitory orders in Connaught Place during the Cockroach Janta Party's 'Lehra do Tiranga' protest. Despite warnings, a crowd gathered on Friday, leading to legal action. The protests, involving CJP supporters and student activists, demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan has tendered an unconditional apology to the Supreme Court for imposing restrictions in Delhi ahead of an October 10 protest, stating there was no deliberate non-compliance with the court's order. The Centre's communication was aimed at maintaining peace and preventing public order disturbances, citing a protest allegedly planned without permission and past experiences.
Priyansh Arya's 199 and captain Ayush Badoni's unbeaten 115 propelled Delhi to a commanding 381 for 4 against Gujarat on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match. The duo forged a crucial 234-run partnership. Elsewhere in Group C, Bengal faced a tough challenge against Services, while other matches also saw early action.
All India Students' Association (AISA) President Neha Bora has challenged a Delhi Police notice requiring her to execute a 'peace' bond, arguing it is vague and an attempt to suppress peaceful dissent.
Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized 3.2 kg of gold rods, valued at approximately Rs 4.03 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Dubai. The gold was found concealed inside a floor spring in the passenger's baggage.
The Delhi High Court engaged in a light-hearted exchange during a hearing, questioning the ages of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das (27) and Ashutosh Ranka (32) and remarking that they were not part of 'Generation Z'.
Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested four individuals, including two women, in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai. The suspects are believed to have acted under the instructions of Anil Pandit, a US-based gangster with alleged ties to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The arrests involved a complex operation spanning multiple states, with the accused now in transit remand to Mumbai Police for further investigation.
A 17-year-old class 12 student was allegedly stabbed to death outside a government school in southwest Delhi's Mohan Garden area. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday evening, stemmed from a dispute over school uniform shoes. Five individuals, including three juveniles, have been apprehended, and a murder case has been registered.
Delhi Police have registered four FIRs against social media handles allegedly spreading false narratives and rumours regarding protests in the capital, with several Pakistan-based accounts under scrutiny for disseminating misleading information and attempting to create an 'anti-India narrative'.
B S Mehra was elected unopposed as the Delhi Soccer Association (DSA) president during the state body's polls on Sunday. Other key positions, including vice-presidents and executive members, were also filled, with elections conducted under the supervision of an AIFF-appointed officer.
Delhi Police conducted raids on two spa centres in central Delhi, rescuing 19 women and arresting 10 individuals, including owners and operators, for alleged illegal activities. The operations were carried out by Nabi Karim and Paharganj police teams.
A Delhi court has granted bail to a married man accused of deceiving a woman into sexual intercourse on a false promise of marriage. The court noted that the man had cooperated with the investigation before his arrest and no custodial interrogation was deemed necessary. The case involves BNS Section 69, which addresses sexual intercourse by deceitful means.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and other CJP leaders were detained at Delhi's Indira Gandhi international airport ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR after the Air Quality Index (AQI) deteriorated to the 'poor' category. Forecasts indicate the AQI will remain poor in the coming days, triggering restrictions like banning coal and firewood in eateries and limiting diesel generator use.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and AISA have raised concerns over the detention of their leaders, Abhijeet Dipke and Neha Bora, by Delhi Police during protests. Both parties allege their leaders are being held at undisclosed locations and denied access to lawyers, while police confirm detentions were made to maintain law and order.
Former national golf champion Amandeep Johl has been elected captain of the Delhi Golf Club. He will lead a new committee featuring accomplished sportspersons and experienced administrators, aiming to combine sporting expertise with sound governance to nurture future golf champions.
A 21-year-old man, Subhan, was critically injured after being stabbed multiple times by unidentified assailants in a park near Seelampur police station on Tuesday. Police are investigating the incident, examining CCTV footage, but have not yet established a motive or made any arrests.
A woman in Najafgarh died after being stabbed while trying to protect her son during a scuffle. Police have arrested one individual, Satish Lamba, for her death and injuries to her son, and have also registered a separate case against the son and his friends for allegedly stabbing Lamba first. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke and AISA chief Neha Bora were preventively detained by Delhi Police on Friday, preventing their participation in the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protests amidst heightened security in the national capital.
Delhi Police apprehended Ajay Jarwal Torela, a convicted drug offender, who had been absconding since failing to surrender after his COVID-19 parole expired in 2021. Torela, convicted in a 2011 cannabis recovery case, was tracked and arrested in Chander Vihar, Delhi, where he was working as an auto-rickshaw driver to evade arrest.
A 23-year-old man, Shahid Hussain, identified as a "bad character" by police, was allegedly stabbed to death by four unidentified men in southeast Delhi's Kalindi Kunj. Hussain had been released from jail two days prior. Police have detained one person for questioning and are investigating the incident.
Delhi Police has secured freezing orders for Rs 3.72 crore in cash proceeds from a narcotics case, arresting eight alleged members of a drug supply network and seizing over 1 kg of smack. This freezing order is reportedly the highest amount covered by such an order for north India since 1976.
A 34-year-old man, Manish Yadav, was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in northeast Delhi's Sonia Vihar area on Tuesday night. Police have registered a case and deployed multiple teams to apprehend the suspects, with arrests expected soon.
Delhi Police have arrested a 43-year-old man from Kerala in connection with a cyber fraud case involving unauthorised transactions totalling Rs 1.96 lakh from a woman's bank account. The accused, Raju, was identified through bank records and the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, and his account was linked to multiple cybercrime complaints.
A 27-year-old man with severe brain injuries from a road accident underwent emergency surgery at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka. Doctors removed blood clots, relieved brain pressure, and later reconstructed his skull using a removed bone portion. The patient recovered and was discharged, highlighting the importance of timely medical intervention for accident victims.
Delhi Police arrested two men, including an alleged member of the Tillu Tajpuriya gang, for allegedly plotting a gang-related murder in Delhi's Holambi area. Police recovered two pistols and five live cartridges from the accused, who were reportedly planning to target a rival gang member.
The Delhi High Court refused to issue an injunction to stop a protest by the CJP at Connaught Place Central Park on October 16, accepting the police's assurance to regulate the activity. A vendor had sought to regulate the protest, citing potential business losses during the festive season.
Delhi is under extraordinary security for the second day as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continues its protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Over 30,000 police and paramilitary personnel are deployed, with heightened surveillance across the capital following detentions on Saturday.
