On August 16, 2024, India observed the sixth death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. On Atal Bihari Vajpayee's death anniversary, President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar paid floral tributes at the 'Sadaiv Atal' memorial in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also visited the memorial to honor Vajpayee, alongside Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Vajpayee, born in Gwalior in 1924, was a towering figure in Indian politics and the face of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for decades. He made history as the first non-Congress Prime Minister to complete a full term in office. His leadership and vision left a lasting impact on the nation. Vajpayee passed away on August 16, 2018, after a prolonged illness, and his contributions continue to be remembered with respect and admiration.
16 August,2024 11:11 AM IST
The film’s stars, including Taapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, Sunny Kaushal, and Jimmy Shergill, recently visited New Delhi for a screening of their upcoming film 'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba'. Speaking to the media, Taapsee shared her thoughts on the challenges of reprising her role and where she would go shopping in Delhi. Jimmy Shergill talked about how he stopped eating street food but still has fond memories of Delhi's street food. Meanwhile, Sunny Kaushal and Vikrant Massey expressed their love for the city. Watch the full video to see what insights the cast shared about their upcoming project
08 August,2024 06:48 PM IST
The Delhi coaching centre flood horror that happened in the Old Rajinder Nagar area has sparked widespread outrage and protests. Students have staged candle marches demanding justice for the three lives lost in the incident. Eyewitness Hridesh Chauhan recounted the harrowing scene, describing a chaotic situation with almost no time to react. He revealed that the center had only one exit, and the floodwater was so murky it was impossible to see through. These factors contributed to the devastating outcome. He shared the spine chilling deytails. The tragedy has intensified calls for urgent safety reforms and accountability in coaching centers across the city. Watch video for more.
30 July,2024 11:59 AM IST
On July 29, BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj spoke in the Lok Sabha about tragic Delhi coaching centre flood horror where three UPSC aspirants died due to flooding in a coaching center's basement. She blamed the AAP government for this disaster, citing poor drainage systems as a major issue. Swaraj criticized the Delhi government for not addressing these problems over the past decade. She called on the Home Ministry to form an inquiry team to investigate both the flood and the AAP government’s negligence. She emphasized that the loss of these students' lives was a result of the Delhi government's failure to take proper action. Watch video.
29 July,2024 02:50 PM IST
In Old Rajender Nagar, a UPSC coaching institute's basement was flooded after heavy rainfall on July 27. According to DCP Central District M Harsha Vardhan, two female and one male body were recovered from the flood, and several people, including a Delhi Fire Service member, were injured. Tanya Soni and Shreya Yadav lost their lives. The families of the victims are heartbroken over the loss of their children in the tragic Delhi coaching centre flood horror. Shreya Yadav’s uncle has expressed frustration, stating that he was not allowed to identify his niece's body when he asked. He has called for a case of culpable homicide to be filed against the owner of the coaching institute where the two girls were enrolled. The families are seeking justice and accountability for the tragic deaths of Tanya and Shreya. Watch video for more.
28 July,2024 03:43 PM IST
The Indian Cricket team, winners of the ICC T20 World Cup, visited Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg on July 4. They arrived in Delhi from Barbados to a joyous reception from fans eager to greet their heroes and see the trophy. After their meeting with PM Modi, the team will head to Mumbai for a celebratory parade. This event marks a proud moment for Indian cricket, celebrating their victory on the global stage. The players, known as the Men in Blue, are set to share their success with the nation before continuing their celebrations in Mumbai.
04 July,2024 02:38 PM IST
The victorious Indian team of the ICC T20 World Cup arrived in Delhi today, greeted with overwhelming enthusiasm from eagerly awaiting fans. Cheers echoed through the air as supporters eagerly anticipated glimpses of their beloved heroes and the gleaming trophy. The atmosphere was electric with an outpouring of love and pride for Team India, palpable in the beaming smiles and spirited chants of the crowd. As the players emerged, their faces lit up with joy and satisfaction, mirroring the excitement of their devoted fans. It was a moment of celebration, unity, and unwavering support for the champions of the game.
04 July,2024 12:28 PM IST
The Indian cricket team, winners of the T20 World Cup in Barbados, arrived in Delhi to a warm reception from hundreds of fans outside Indira Gandhi International Airport. Fans held up signs cheering their favorite players and waved the national flag joyously. After landing, the players headed to the ITC Maurya Hotel before their departure for Mumbai later in the evening. In Mumbai, they will celebrate their victory with an open bus parade starting at Marine Drive and ending at Wankhede Stadium, where a special ceremony will honor their triumph over South Africa in the final match. This marks India's second ICC Men's T20 World Cup win, and the team, led by Rohit Sharma, is set to enjoy the celebrations with their supporters in Mumbai.
04 July,2024 10:49 AM IST
The Delhi Airport has received a bomb threat on a Varanasi-bound IndiGo flight on May 28. A tissue paper, with the word ‘bomb’ written on it, was found in the Indigo flight 6E2211 from lavatory at the airport. Soon after the authorities received info, the aircraft has been moved to an isolation bay for investigation. As per the Airport Official, the Aviation security and a bomb disposal team rushed to the spot to tackle any possible danger. All the passenger onboarding the IndiGo flight were evacuated through the emergency door. According to Delhi Fire Service, all passengers are safe and flight is being inspected. Post the completion of all security checks, the bomb threat turned out to be a hoax, informed a senior CISF official. Watch video for more.
28 May,2024 11:13 AM IST
Several Units of the Delhi Police and the National Security Guard carried out a security mock drill in Delhi on May 03. During the mock drill, Delhi Police and NSG cordoned off the Parliament building for the drill. Choppers Swung in action and Black Cat commands rappelled down the ropes on Parliament building. The mock drill comes at a time when the nation is celebrating biggest festival of democracy, Lok Sabha Elections. Black Cat commandos are specialized and well-trained in counterterrorism operations in different landscapes. Federal contingency world class zero error force deals with anti-terrorist activities in all its manifestation. NSG is a force specially equipped and trained to deal with specific situations to thwart serious acts of terrorism.
04 May,2024 11:52 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
