News for 'Delhi Capitals'

Roston Chase Backs Shai Hope Ahead of IPL Mini-Auction

Roston Chase Backs Shai Hope Ahead of IPL Mini-Auction

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Roston Chase calls Shai Hope underrated after his 45-ball T20I century powered the West Indies to a record chase, strengthening the skipper's case ahead of the IPL mini-auction.

Sanju Samson becomes face of Jan Kaushal Kendra's youth skill initiative in Delhi

Sanju Samson becomes face of Jan Kaushal Kendra's youth skill initiative in Delhi

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

Sanju Samson has been appointed Brand Ambassador of Jan Kaushal Kendra, Moti Nagar, with Delhi CM Rekha Gupta highlighting his connection with the capital and role inspiring youth.

Varun's Asian Games dream over, Nigam gets India call-up

Varun's Asian Games dream over, Nigam gets India call-up

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Leg-spin all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has been named as the replacement for senior spinner Varun Chakravarthy in India's Asian Games cricket squad. Chakravarthy was ruled out due to a side strain, marking a setback after his recent return from injury. Nigam, a Delhi Capitals player, brings IPL experience to the team.

700 detained as Delhi protests target CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Gandhi Jayanti

700 detained as Delhi protests target CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Gandhi Jayanti

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Delhi police detained more than 500 protesters, including Aam Aadmi Party leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj, Sanjeev Jha, Atishi and Sanjay Singh, as well as activists of some student outfits, during a protest against the CEC at Jantar Mantar on Friday.

Delhi Capitals get Rahul boost for Sunrisers clash

Delhi Capitals get Rahul boost for Sunrisers clash

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Fresh from their morale-boosting win over LSG, and bolstered by the return of India wicketkeeper-batter K L Rahul, Delhi Capitals will look to build on the momentum when they take on formidable Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL match in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.

SEE: Delhi airport flooded after heavy rain, flights diverted

SEE: Delhi airport flooded after heavy rain, flights diverted

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport experienced waterlogging at its Terminal 2 and 3 approach roads and forecourts due to heavy rainfall. While the accumulated water was cleared, the severe weather conditions led to the diversion of at least nine flights to other cities like Jaipur, Lucknow, and Ahmedabad. The India Meteorological Department had issued a red alert for intense rainfall in the national capital.

Delhi Study Reveals Alarming Heavy Metal Levels In Yamuna-Irrigated Vegetables

Delhi Study Reveals Alarming Heavy Metal Levels In Yamuna-Irrigated Vegetables

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A University of Delhi study has found significant heavy metal contamination in agricultural soil and vegetables grown along the Yamuna river in the capital. The research highlights potential non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic health risks to consumers due to crops irrigated with polluted wastewater, with specific vegetables showing dangerously high levels of metals like nickel, chromium, and molybdenum.

Axar Patel to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025

Axar Patel to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

In the 82 matches he has donned the red and blue of the Capitals, Patel scored 967 runs and picked up 62 wickets, at an impressive economy of 7.09.

'Stay in your domain': Gambhir hits back at Delhi Capitals owner Jindal

'Stay in your domain': Gambhir hits back at Delhi Capitals owner Jindal

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Gautam Gambhir slammed critics who had advocated for split coaching for Team India after the recent Test series defeat against South Africa

Premium Office Rents Surge in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR Due to Supply Constraints

Premium Office Rents Surge in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR Due to Supply Constraints

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Large office leases in Mumbai and Delhi-NCR are commanding premium rentals in key micro-locations, driven by a scarcity of quality Grade-A space and sustained occupier demand, according to real estate consultants.

'Undeclared Emer-GenZ': Tharoor slams 'war-like deployment'

'Undeclared Emer-GenZ': Tharoor slams 'war-like deployment'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticised the Modi government over the "war-like deployment" of police and paramilitary in Delhi to prevent a protest against the Election Commission. He highlighted extensive security measures, internet suspension, and detentions, calling it an "undeclared Emer-GenZ" and questioning the government's confidence in electoral integrity.

Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants eye improved batting effort

Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants eye improved batting effort

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Gujarat Giants, on the other hand, have been heavily reliant on Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner, who has been their standout performer.

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals appoint Pietersen as team mentor

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals appoint Pietersen as team mentor

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

This is Kevin Pietersen's first coaching assignment in the IPL, where he featured as a player from 2009 to 2016.

Air India pilot fails alcohol test before Zurich-Delhi flight, suspended

Air India pilot fails alcohol test before Zurich-Delhi flight, suspended

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Air India has suspended a pilot after he failed a breath analyser test at Zurich airport, prompting the airline to reinforce stringent regulatory compliance and accountability measures following recent safety incidents.

Accused In 2011 Child Labour Case Apprehended

Accused In 2011 Child Labour Case Apprehended

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 33-year-old man, Dalip Singh, wanted in a 2011 case concerning the alleged forced labour of two minor children at a Delhi hotel, has been apprehended from Morena district in Madhya Pradesh. He was caught on Monday after evading court proceedings for a non-bailable warrant issued on August 17 this year.

Alipur Police Bust Illegal Firecracker Transport Ring

Alipur Police Bust Illegal Firecracker Transport Ring

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police seized over 2,260 kg of illegal firecrackers from two vehicles in Alipur and arrested four individuals involved in transporting the consignment from Punjab for delivery in Delhi, where firecrackers are banned.

BRICS summit: Delhi hotels fully booked, rates soar

BRICS summit: Delhi hotels fully booked, rates soar

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Luxury hotels in Delhi are experiencing a significant room crunch and a sharp increase in tariffs ahead of the BRICS Summit. Many marquee properties show no availability or are quoting rates exceeding six figures per night around the September 12-13 event, highlighting a gap in India's hospitality infrastructure.

WPL PIX: Delhi Capitals rout Gujarat; jump to top

WPL PIX: Delhi Capitals rout Gujarat; jump to top

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Shafali Verma (44) and Jess Jonassen's (61 not out) fireworks underlined Delhi Capitals' complete domination as they crushed Gujarat Giants by six wickets.

Jantar Mantar denotified for protests, these are the new sites

Jantar Mantar denotified for protests, these are the new sites

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Delhi Police has officially denotified Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site, instead naming Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground in east Delhi as the new venues for demonstrations. This decision, issued via a standing order by Commissioner Anurag Kumar on October 11, aims to address the significant logistical and security challenges posed by protests in the sensitive New Delhi district.

Heavy rain waterlogs Delhi, traffic, flights disrupted

Heavy rain waterlogs Delhi, traffic, flights disrupted

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Heavy rainfall in Delhi led to widespread waterlogging and severe traffic congestion, bringing the national capital to a standstill, with the India Meteorological Department issuing a red alert for further heavy rain.

6 Places To Watch Ravana Dahan

6 Places To Watch Ravana Dahan

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ravana Dahan, the ceremonial burning of Ravana's effigy, is one of the most spectacular traditions associated with Dusshera in India. Grand public celebrations take place at many locations.

Three men posing as cops gang-rape girl in Delhi; trio held after encounter

Three men posing as cops gang-rape girl in Delhi; trio held after encounter

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A man identified as Asif, accused of gang-raping a 17-year-old girl near Kalkaji Mandir, has been arrested following a police encounter in southeast Delhi. Asif, one of three men who allegedly posed as policemen, fired at the police team before being shot in the leg during the exchange. The incident occurred in Astha Kunj Park, and police are now searching for the other two accused.

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Families of students killed or injured in a paying guest accommodation collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan are returning home shattered, questioning the city's safety and warning others against sending their children to the national capital for education.

Mamata Banerjee, Kejriwal, Neha Bora detained during CJP protest

Mamata Banerjee, Kejriwal, Neha Bora detained during CJP protest

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee, AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, and several other opposition leaders were detained by Delhi Police during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Pink Force Cops Tackle Lady Protesters

Pink Force Cops Tackle Lady Protesters

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Delhi police deployed over 35,000 personnel for the Cockroach Janta Party protest.

Who will captain Delhi Capitals at IPL 2025?

Who will captain Delhi Capitals at IPL 2025?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

With Rahul and wife Athiya Shetty expecting their first baby, the senior player could miss a game or two depending on the due date.

CJP protests: 1,000 protesters detained, 2 cops injured

CJP protests: 1,000 protesters detained, 2 cops injured

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Two Delhi Police personnel, including a female Pink Force member, were injured during the detention of approximately 1,000 protesters across New Delhi district on Saturday, following a denied protest permission by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) against the Election Commission.

Delhi Capitals seek first win at 'home' against RR

Delhi Capitals seek first win at 'home' against RR

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals looked like a well-oiled machine with four wins in a row before a stunning batting meltdown against Mumbai Indians halted their momentum.

SC flags 'mechanical' notices to 33 lakh Delhi voters, seeks SIR safeguards

SC flags 'mechanical' notices to 33 lakh Delhi voters, seeks SIR safeguards

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has expressed concern to the Election Commission regarding the "almost mechanical" issuance of notices under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Delhi, urging additional safeguards and clarification on "logical discrepancy" criteria. The court is hearing a petition challenging the EC's process, which has seen millions of voters receive notices, raising practical difficulties and concerns about potential disenfranchisement.

BRICS Summit: Security In Place, Delhi Spruced Up

BRICS Summit: Security In Place, Delhi Spruced Up

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

New Delhi is gearing up to host the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam on September 12-13, with extensive preparations underway across key venues, roads, hotels and security zones.

Family alleges police barred Dipke from grandmother's funeral; cops deny

Family alleges police barred Dipke from grandmother's funeral; cops deny

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) convenor Abhijeet Dipke was detained by Delhi Police ahead of a protest, leading to him missing his grandmother's funeral. His family alleges police denied release requests, while police claim they offered assistance. The CJP continues its protest against the Chief Election Commissioner over alleged voter roll irregularities.

India rejects UN human rights allegations, cautions against 'selective targeting'

India rejects UN human rights allegations, cautions against 'selective targeting'

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has strongly asserted that human rights should not be weaponised for political pressure or selective targeting of nations, pushing back against attempts to negatively characterise the world's largest democracy based on unverified allegations and incomplete statistics.

Jantar Mantar: From voice of protest to a silenced space

Jantar Mantar: From voice of protest to a silenced space

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Jantar Mantar, a historic protest site in New Delhi, is facing de-notification by Delhi Police, raising concerns about its future as a space for public dissent. The site has been central to numerous significant movements, from Anna Hazare's anti-corruption fast and the Nirbhaya protests to recent agitations over NEET paper leaks and wrestlers' grievances. Its proximity to power centres made it a crucial platform for citizens to voice concerns and demand accountability, a role now threatened by its potential loss of status.

50-Year-Old Man Arrested In Delhi For Alleged Molestation Of Seven-Year-Old Girl

50-Year-Old Man Arrested In Delhi For Alleged Molestation Of Seven-Year-Old Girl

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

A 50-year-old man has been arrested in northwest Delhi's Rohini area for allegedly molesting a seven-year-old girl. The incident occurred when the girl went to a shop, leading to a police complaint and registration of a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained from Gurugram residence

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained from Gurugram residence

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee was detained by Delhi Police in Gurugram on Saturday, prior to a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. Delhi Police had denied permission for the protest, leading to increased security and preventive detentions across the capital.

Iranian President reaches Delhi for BRICS Summit, to meet Modi today

Iranian President reaches Delhi for BRICS Summit, to meet Modi today

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi for the BRICS summit, where he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to enhance trade and strengthen overall relations. His visit is particularly significant given the heightened tensions in West Asia and recent US economic sanctions against Iran. Pezeshkian highlighted BRICS' role in fostering economic resilience and reducing dependence on the US dollar, while the summit itself aims to address global challenges and bolster collective resilience in critical sectors.

BRICS ahead, Delhi rains put civic coordination under spotlight

BRICS ahead, Delhi rains put civic coordination under spotlight

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Heavy rainfall caused significant waterlogging in New Delhi, particularly near IGI Airport, just days before the BRICS Summit. The incident highlighted coordination issues among various city agencies, with PWD officials attributing some flooding to other departments, despite a recent review meeting by the Lieutenant Governor to ensure inter-agency synergy.

Opposition slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse

Opposition slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey boys' hostel in Satya Niketan, Delhi, collapsed, killing three students and trapping others, leading to widespread condemnation from opposition parties. Leaders from Congress and AAP criticised both the central and Delhi governments, highlighting inadequate hostel facilities and demanding accountability for student safety.

Kevin Pietersen Returns To England Set-Up As White-Ball Mentor

Kevin Pietersen Returns To England Set-Up As White-Ball Mentor

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has been appointed as a Specialist Mentor for the England men's white-ball teams, aiming to bolster their preparations for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

Police Investigate Revenge Angle In Delhi Gym Trainer's Murder

Police Investigate Revenge Angle In Delhi Gym Trainer's Murder

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Police are investigating a revenge angle in the recent murder of a gym trainer in South Delhi's Aya Nagar. The killing is suspected to be part of an ongoing feud between two families, with alleged gang involvement and a social media claim of responsibility by a foreign-based gangster.