Delhi Development Authority plans five multi-level parking facilities in Karkardooma, Okhla Industrial Area Phase-I, Dilshad Garden, Dwarka and Saini Enclave. The projects are designed to reduce street parking and ease traffic while adding commercial spaces within the developments. DDA expects all five facilities to be completed within three years, aiming to improve urban mobility and parking management.
A fire broke out at the Liftbyte Automation Private Limited factory near Punjabi Bagh Metro Station in Delhi on Wednesday. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot to control the blaze, as reports of smoke and emergency response spread in the area. Authorities and responders are working to assess the damage and ensure safety nearby.
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The Delhi and new Noida airport plans are pitted against each other not just on flights, but on the time cost of reaching them. While one side improves connectivity, the other forces passengers to navigate delays, access gaps, and longer commutes. The result: your total travel time may decide the winner more than routes do.
Delhi’s government has greenlit a bold 55-kilometre elevated “double-decker” ring road to tackle the city’s chronic congestion. The corridor will be built directly above the existing Mahatma Gandhi Ring Road, aiming to bypass bottlenecks and reduce travel times by as much as 40%. If delivered as planned, it could reshape daily commutes across Delhi’s outer belt.
A Delhi court sent Rahul Meena, accused in the killing of an IRS officer’s daughter, to four days of police custody after his confession in court: “Mujhse apradh ho gaya… galti ho gayi.” Police say his case is linked to a chilling 12-hour crime spree across Delhi and Alwar, prompting deeper investigation and manhunt activity.
A massive fire broke out on Wednesday morning at a shoe factory in Delhi’s Narela area, with officials reporting the incident around 7:45 AM. Thick plumes of black smoke billowed from the Bhorgarh Industrial Area as local residents panicked. Firefighters rushed to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.
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A SpiceJet aircraft and an Akasa Air flight collided on the ground at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. The impact damaged the right winglet of the SpiceJet plane and the horizontal stabiliser of the Akasa Air aircraft. While passengers on the Akasa flight were safe, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation has started an investigation to determine what led to the collision.
Arvind Kejriwal has shifted to a Type-VII government bungalow at 95, Lodhi Estate. The Centre provided the accommodation after court directions, citing his position as AAP’s national convenor. The move marks a new residence for the AAP supremo and former Delhi chief minister amid ongoing legal and administrative decisions over government housing.
Delhi’s World Book Fair is back at Pragati Maidan, unfolding across the city’s vast exhibition halls. Held once every two years, the 2016 event marks the fair’s 20th edition—turning a regular literary gathering into a milestone celebration. Expect a wide-ranging mix of publishers and readers, all under one roof for limited days.
During last year’s Indo-Pak conflict, an Indian Air Force unit in Haryana reportedly used the Barak-8 air defence system—deployed from Sirsa—to intercept and destroy a Pakistani ballistic missile that may have been aimed at Delhi. The successful engagement is being cited as evidence of India’s growing capability to track, neutralize and prevent high-impact missile strikes.
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Alwar police are investigating a rape charge against a 19-year-old man already arrested in Delhi’s Kailash Hills for rape and murder of an IRS officer’s daughter. Investigators say the suspect is a serial offender and that, hours before the Delhi crime, he played online Ludo with the husband of another woman he allegedly raped in Alwar. Rajasthan Police have formed a special team to probe the case.
Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court acquitted former Law Minister Somnath Bharti and 16 others in the 2014 Khirki Extension raid case. The prosecution had alleged assault and harassment of women of African origin after a controversial late-night raid. With the court ruling in favour of the accused, the long-running matter has effectively ended after years of proceedings.
Police in South Delhi say CCTV footage from a neighbouring temple in East of Kailash became the key lead in solving the Amar Colony murder of a 22-year-old woman. Investigators used the surveillance visuals to narrow down suspects, trace movement patterns, and ultimately arrest the accused, turning a local camera into decisive evidence in a case that gripped the city.
Three students died in basement flooding at Rau’s IAS Study Circle in Old Rajendra Nagar, prompting fresh scrutiny of UPSC coaching safety. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi sealed basements of 13 centres, underscoring enforcement weaknesses. New guidelines now push for proper infrastructure and verified safety compliance before students pack in—because tragedy came from below.
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Delhi residents may soon see higher electricity bills after the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity ordered the regulator to begin recovering more than Rs 38,500 crore owed by power distribution companies. The tribunal rejected a request for a CAG audit and instead directed an independent chartered accountant. The recovery process must start within three weeks, raising pressure on consumers.
A Rajasthan man described by his family as quiet and disciplined is accused of a brutal rape and murder in Delhi and a separate sexual assault in Alwar within 24 hours. His relatives deny involvement, alleging the case may stem from a financial dispute tied to online gaming. Investigators are expected to examine the timeline and links behind the allegations.
Delhi has unveiled a Rs 325 crore startup policy to help scale up to 5,000 ventures, betting on youth-led innovation. The move is tied to the Campus to Market: Delhi Startup Yuva Festival 2026, which brought together students, founders and investors. With 470-plus startups already incubated, officials signal further funding and expanded support ahead.
Delhi has increased the penalty for urinating in public to ₹500, aiming to curb urban mess and improve hygiene. The move is meant to discourage public nuisance, but critics argue the city’s shortage of public toilets could leave people unable to comply—making enforcement feel less effective than intended.
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A 22-year-old daughter of a senior IRS officer was found dead at her home in southeast Delhi’s East of Kailash. Police allege she was raped and strangled using a charging cable before being killed by a domestic helper recently fired from his job. Investigators are piecing together the timeline and circumstances behind the attack.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for New Delhi, forecasting around 43°C on Wednesday. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 42°C and 44°C, fueled by clear skies and hot winds. The heatwave is also likely to persist for several more days, with conditions expected to continue until April 24.
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