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Blurry aerial shots of Arvind Kejriwal's alleged Chandigarh 'sheeshmahal' were shared on X. New Delhi: The 'sheeshmahal' row is back. The narrative the BJP used to good effect in the Delhi election eight months ago - accusing rival Arvind Kejriwal of having misused Rs 45 crore of taxpayers' money - resurfaced after the former shared an aerial photograph of a lavish bungalow it said was in Chandigarh's Sector 2 and allotted to Kejriwal. The "7-star bungalow", which is reportedly spread over t ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Union government on Thursday notified the appointment of Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI), marking the first time a jurist from Haryana will occupy the country's highest judicial office. He will take oath on November 24, a day after incumbent CJI Bhushan R Gavai demits office. Justice Kant will serve as the 53rd CJI and will have a tenure of about 14 months, retiring on February 9, 2027. The notification comes two days after CJI Gavai initiated the appo ...Read More >
Jaipur, Oct 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The upcoming November 11 by-election for the Anta Assembly seat in Rajasthan's Baran district has taken a national political tone after Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal openly extended his support to independent candidate Naresh Meena, a Congress rebel. On Tuesday, Naresh Meena sought AAP's backing on social media platform X, writing that he was "fighting for change" and needed Kejriwal's support. Within hour ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 28 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched a special clean-up drive at Vasudev Ghat on the Yamuna, hours after the conclusion of Chhath Puja on early Tuesday morning. Delhi Mayor Iqbal Singh said that the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) carried out extensive sanitation drives, deploying special teams at more than 1,100 ghats across the city in view of the Chhath Puja celebrations. Accompanied by Culture and Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, the chief minister collected ...Read More >
New Delhi: Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday extended her greetings to people for Chhath Puja, calling it a festival that spreads the message of unity, purity, and devotion. She also joined devotees during the Kharna Puja. "Chhath is not merely a religious ritual but a radiant symbol of Indian culture that conveys a message of harmony, cleanliness and faith. It reflects discipline, sincerity, and collective goodwill," Gupta said.Water minister Parvesh Verma inspected Chhath ghats across Delhi ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 28 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched a special clean-up drive at Vasudev Ghat on the Yamuna hours after the conclusion of Chhath puja on early Tuesday morning. Accompanied by Culture and Tourism Minister Kampil Mishra, Gupta collected litter, including water bottles, flowers, diyas and other solid waste. She also swept a portion of the ghat. "Chhath festival was celebrated across the city and some waste is expected to have been left behind. We will clean it up thro ...Read More >
Kanpur/New Delhi, October 28: With the air visibility improving by afternoon, a plane carrying scientists took off from Kanpur to attempt cloud seeding and inducing artificial rain in Delhi's Burari area on Tuesday, said an official of IIT-Kanpur. "The plane with two passengers took off at 12.20 p.m. and it will take about two-and-a-half hours to reach Delhi," said an official of IIT Kanpur Media Cell. Earlier in the day, Delhi Forest and Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa told IANS tha ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): Delhi is expected to witness its first artificial rain, as the aircraft designated for cloud seeding has taken off from Kanpur for the national capital. Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa confirmed the development. Cloud seeding involves artificially generating rainfall by introducing specific particles, such as silver iodide crystals or salt-based compounds, into moisture-laden clouds. Aircraft are used to disperse these particles, which condense smalle ...Read More >
With Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to take part in Chhath Puja at Vasudev Ghat in north Delhi on Tuesday, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) are engaging in a war of words over the condition of the Yamuna river and preparations for the festival. The AAP has accused the BJP-led Delhi government of constructing an "artificial Yamuna" with "filtered water" at Vasudev Ghat, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to partake in the festiviti ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Tuesday hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), asserting that the people themselves have rejected those who used to impose bans on Chhath Puja during their regime. Taking a jibe at former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Mishra praised the current government's efforts to clean the Yamuna River, claiming that there is no foam in the river at present. "'Kejriwal gaya, jhaag gaya,' this time there is no foam in the Yamuna... ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Sunday that everyone is inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat addresses. Speaking to reporters after attending an event by Anuvrat Trust here, Gupta stated that PM Modi's conversations remain special and inspiring for the people. "His conversations are very special and inspiring for the people. Every time he talks about something new, whether it is related to the environment or to taking India forwa ...Read More >
Delhi will soon have its first official logo. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the logo will be unveiled on November 1, Delhi Day. A special committee reviewed over 1800 entries from an all-India competition. The logo will represent the capital's distinct identity, modern governance, and people-oriented approach. Delhi will get its first-ever official logo on November 1, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Saturday. A special committee formed by the chief minister to select the logo me ...Read More >
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday launched a water pipeline project at a BSF camp in Chhawla in west Delhi, and celebrated 'Bhai Dooj' with the paramilitary force personnel, officials said. The camp of the 25th Battalion of Border Security Force (BSF) set up in 1982 was deprived of piped water supply since then. During her previous visit to the camp to take part in a 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' event on August 11, Gupta had promised to provide piped water supply to the camp, the officials sa ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24 (PTI) AAP leader and Burari MLA Sanjeev Jha on Friday raised objections on the recent cloud seeding trial conducted in Delhi's Burari area, alleging that the exercise was done without informing local residents or public representatives, in "violation of standard operating procedures". There was no immediate response available from the Delhi government over the allegations. Addressing a press conference, Jha said, "When you try to do cloud seeding, there are standard operating ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Oct 22: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and her cabinet colleagues on Wednesday inspected ghats at multiple locations across the national capital to review preparations for the upcoming Chhath Puja. Gupta, who inspected Chhath ghats at Prembadi, Silangpur and Munak Canal, said that while Delhi's Diwali was grand this year, the Chhath festival -- symbolising devotion and faith -- will be "full of divinity". She said the government has made arrangements to ensure devotees can celebra ...Read More >
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday announced that the Delhi government will develop 17 model Chhath ghats along the Yamuna and withdraw all cases filed in previous years against devotees who performed Chhath Puja on the riverbanks. Addressing a press conference at the Delhi Secretariat, Gupta said the government has made extensive arrangements to ensure that this year's Chhath Puja is celebrated with the same devotion and grandeur as Diwali, in a clean, safe, and sacred environment. "Earl ...Read More >
Delhi's air quality data manipulation allegations surface after Diwali. Aam Aadmi Party claims government agencies conspired to alter pollution readings. Meanwhile, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa asserts Diwali's impact is minimal. He accuses AAP of communalizing the issue and scapegoating Hindus. Sirsa presents comparative data to support his claims, highlighting systemic issues over festival celebrations. Delhi Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) President Saurabh Bhardwaj on Wednesday al ...Read More >
Actor Parineeti Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha have recently embraced parenthood, starting a new chapter of their lives. The couple announced that they have welcomed a baby boy, receiving congratulatory messages from fans and friends. However, Parineeti's sister Priyanka Chopra has also expressed her excitement as the couple welcomes their first child, a boy. Thrilled, Massi Priyanka congratulated Parineeti and Raghav on her social media, re-sharing the couple's announcement post. She too ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended a review meeting headed by Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena over preparations for the Chhath festival. In a post on X, Gupta shared the photo of the meeting, saying the government is committed to providing every Chhath devotee in Delhi a clean and safe environment during the festival. The meeting was also attended by culture minister Kapil Mishra and senior officials of the Delhi and Haryana governments. After the meeting, the CM ...Read More >
Patiala, Oct 22 (PTI) Punjab Minister Balbir Singh lambasted Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday for his "illogical" criticism of the AAP dispensation in the border state for the haze in the national capital, saying Punjab has recorded a 60-70 per cent reduction in stubble burning incidents. As Delhi remained blanketed by haze with air quality in the "very poor" category, the BJP-led Delhi government blamed Punjab's stubble burning for the situation in the national cap ...Read More >
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that Diwali celebrations in the capital will be distinct this year under a "sanatani" government. Speaking at a Diwali Milan program, she highlighted initiatives like Yamuna cleaning and the lifting of the green cracker ban, emphasizing the enhanced "divinity and grandness" of the festival. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that Diwali in the national capital will be different, as it will be celebrated this year under a "sanatani" government. ...Read More >
Delhi faces severe air pollution. Abhishek Manu Singhvi of Congress criticizes the BJP government for a lack of accountability. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa accuses the AAP of blaming Diwali for pollution to appease a vote bank. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta outlines proactive measures including artificial rain and promoting electric vehicles to combat the crisis. As the air quality continues to deteriorate in Delhi, senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi slammed the Bharatiya ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 22 (ANI): Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has accused former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of appeasement politics, alleging that he "deliberately banned firecrackers in Delhi to garner the votes of a particular community, to appease them". Addressing a press conference, Sirsa hit out at AAP over its allegations that BJP government was under pressure from cracker manufacturers. "They (AAP) are deliberately bringing Diwali, Sanatana Dharma, and ...Read More >
New Delhi- Delhi recorded its worst post-Diwali air quality in four years on Tuesday, with PM2.5 levels peaking at 675 micrograms per cubic metre late Monday night. The city was enveloped in a thick grey haze as pollution levels surged sharply following Diwali celebrations, while the BJP government blamed stubble burning in Punjab rather than firecrackers. The city's 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) on Diwali reached 345, higher than last year's 330, and remained above 350 for several ho ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 21 (ANI): On the eve of Diwali, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma celebrated Diwali by lighting lamps at his residence on Monday. The Rajasthan Chief Minister prayed to Maa Lakshmi with his family. He also visited the Rajarajeshwari Temple to seek blessings. "On the auspicious occasion of the holy festival of Deepawali during the festival of lights, the Chief Minister lit a lamp at the Chief Minister's residence and performed the formal worship of Moth ...Read More >
Kartavya Path transformed into a mesmerizing wonderland for Deepotsav in Delhi, as 1.51 lakh diyas illuminated the night sky. A dazzling display featuring a Ramayana-inspired drone and laser show captivated the audience, alongside heartfelt Ram Katha recitations. High-ranking ministers graced the occasion, heralding a new chapter in Delhi's public Diwali festivities. The Delhi government on Saturday organised a grand "Deepotsav" programme at Kartavya Path on the occasion of Dhanteras, drawing l ...Read More >
The last date to file nominations for the second phase of the Bihar Assembly Election is today Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday released the fourth list of 12 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. With the fourth list, the AAP has announced candidates for 132 seats. The fourth list of candidates includes Kumar Kunal in Madhuban constituency, Brij Bhushan (Navin) in Sapaul and Anil Kumar in Gaya Town. Earlier, on October 18, the party released the third list with 50 candidates. ...Read More >
New Delhi: The political battle over cleaning the Yamuna intensified on Sunday as AAP's Delhi unit president Saurabh Bharadwaj launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Delhi govt over its claim of cleaning the river. Bharadwaj challenged CM Rekha Gupta and minister Parvesh Verma to "drink a litre of Yamuna water" to prove that the river is now cleaner ahead of Chhath Puja.Responding to him, Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor wrote on X: "Mr Saurabh, you are educated too, so please te ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 19 (PTI) AAP and BJP on Sunday engaged in a sharp war of words over Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's claim that Yamuna has been cleaned. The AAP hit back at CM's claims that Yamuna has been freed from pollution, calling them a "blatant lie meant to mislead the public." Challenging Gupta and Minister Parvesh Verma, AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj said, "If Rekha Gupta and Parvesh Verma drink just one litre of water from Kalindi Kunj, they will immediately realise how clean the ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi AAP unit President Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday slammed the Delhi government under the BJP over their claims of cleaning the Yamuna and challenged Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Minister Parvesh Verma to "drink a litre of Yamuna water" to prove their claims. Speaking to ANI, Bharadwaj said, "The chemical which was sprayed by the previous Delhi government is being sprayed by the current government... The government is lying that the Yamuna is clean. If Rekha Gupta says that ...Read More >
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