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Delhi gears up to raise State Disaster Response Force; battalion of 1,100 personnel proposed

Delhi government is forming a State Disaster Response Force for quick calamity response. This initiative follows a recent building collapse which claimed several lives. The National Disaster Response Force will provide essential training and equipment. Delhi's fire department and Civil Defence volunteers will also receive specialised training. The government aims…

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Delhi gears up to raise State Disaster Emergency Relief Force; CM meets NDRF officials

Delhi government is forming a State Disaster Emergency Relief Force. This initiative follows a recent building collapse incident in Satya Niketan. The new force will ensure a quick response to natural and man-made calamities. It will be comprised of Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel. Direct recruitment of eligible candidates, including…

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Satya Niketan building collapse: Delhi CM directs MCD to use bulldozers against illegal construction

In a major crackdown by the Delhi Government following the Satya Niketan building collapse that claimed seven lives, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday directed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to take strict action against illegal construction, including the use of bulldozers against illegal structures.

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Satya Niketan collapse: Delhi CM promises aid, orders demolition of unsafe adjoining building

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited AIIMS hospital to meet injured victims. She assured the state government would provide medical care and financial assistance. Two children admitted to the hospital are in stable condition and will be discharged. A neighboring unsafe building will be demolished soon after the collapse. Police…

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Student trapped under collapsed building in Delhi rescued after sending SOS video to friend

The 11-second video showed the student’s dust-covered face squeezed between concrete slabs in a tight space filled with rubble

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Rescuers search rubble for survivors after New Delhi hostel collapse kills seven

Building collapses are a recurring hazard in parts of India during the June-to-September monsoon season, when heavy or prolonged rain can weaken older structures.

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'Four-engine govt' in Delhi a killing machine: Congress on Delhi building collapse

Congress leaders attacked the BJP following a building collapse which killed seven students. They demanded accountability from Prime Minister Modi and Delhi government officials. The party called for affordable student accommodation and a rent control act. They also requested compensation for the deceased students' families. The Congress alleged corruption as…

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Satya Niketan building collapse: Owner Hariram apprehended in Rajasthan after 7 killed in Delhi

The owner of a collapsed Delhi building was apprehended in Rajasthan. This development follows the tragic collapse of a five-storey structure on Sunday. Seven people lost their lives in the devastating building collapse incident. A magisterial inquiry has been ordered into the unfortunate event. An FIR has been registered against…

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Rescuers search for people trapped in a New Delhi building collapse as death toll rises to 6

Search and rescue teams are combing through the debris of a collapsed building in New Delhi as the death toll has climbed to six

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'System has failed': ABVP, NSUI protest over Satya Niketan building collapse, demand accountability

The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) on Monday held protests over the Satya Niketan building collapse in the national capital, demanding accountability and action against those responsible.

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Satya Niketan building collapse: Magisterial inquiry ordered, FIR registered against owner

A five-storey building in Satya Niketan collapsed, killing five people and injuring four others. Repair work was underway in the basement when the structure suddenly gave way. Rescue operations are ongoing with NDRF teams and a canine squad searching the debris. Authorities have ordered a magisterial inquiry and an FIR…

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'Students forced to live in unsafe PGs': Opposition slams govt over Delhi building collapse

A building collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan killed three students. Opposition parties criticised the central and Delhi governments for negligence. They highlighted unsafe student accommodations due to inadequate hostel facilities. Rescue operations are underway for students trapped under the debris. Calls for safety audits and compensation for victims have been…

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Satya Niketan building collapse: CM Rekha Gupta vows action, 11 rescued

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta assured accountability for the building collapse. Eleven individuals were successfully rescued from the debris at the site. Rescue and relief operations continue to save trapped victims. The preliminary cause involved a pillar shift during renovation and excavation work. Authorities confirmed three fatalities and are investigating…

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South Delhi building collapse: Nadda speaks to CM, assures full central support

A five-storey building collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan, killing three students. Several other students were injured in the incident and are receiving medical assistance. Rescue operations are underway to find individuals still trapped under the debris. Authorities are assessing the situation and providing necessary support to those affected. The building…

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Delhi weather forecast: Rain likely on Monday, skies to turn drier from September 8

A low-pressure system has brought rain to Delhi, with Monday, September 7, expected to be particularly heavy. Following this wet day, the weather is set to dry, transitioning to partly cloudy skies starting September 8. Throughout the next week, temperatures will hover between 31-35°C, with consistently cloudy conditions and no…

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Two women journalists say Delhi cops assaulted them after detaining them at hospital event

Two women journalists in Delhi alleged on Thursday that Delhi Police personnel detained and assaulted them while they were covering a news event in South Delhi. Delhi Police has not responded to the allegations so far. Dinesh Kumar, the Station House Officer (SHO) of Saket Police Station, declined to comment…

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Delhi govt nods Ease of Doing Business Bill providing for single window clearances, licenses

The Delhi Cabinet approved the 'Ease of Doing Business' Bill, 2025, aiming to simplify business registrations and approvals. This legislation introduces a single-window online system for all necessary business permits and clearances. Enterprises will benefit from reduced duplicate registrations and a negative-list based system for greater operational freedom. Approvals will…

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"Most women excluded from scheme": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj criticises CM Rekha Gupta over Delhi Lakshmi Yojana

Delhi Aam Aadmi Party president Saurabh Bharadwaj criticized the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana. He claimed most women in the national capital have been excluded from the scheme. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated the scheme reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolve. Nearly 9.5 lakh women registered for the scheme within one month.…

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Delhi's Reclaimed Water Policy: Farmhouses to pay ₹10,000/acre monthly for treated water use

Delhi plans to charge farmhouses ₹10,000 monthly for treated water use. Construction sites over 500 sqm must use reclaimed water for dust suppression. The policy aims for 100% reclaimed water use for non-potable needs by 2036. This initiative seeks to reduce groundwater extraction significantly. A master plan and ADB funding…

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Delhi government data to be AI-ready for effective governance service delivery to people

Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday chaired a workshop of Delhi government officers, saying data systems must be interconnected to ensure that benefits of AI reach the ordinary people. The initiative will make Delhi government data more organised, reliable and ready for use, according to a Delhi CMO statement.

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Over 2,300 H1N1 cases among 3,000 influenza infections in Delhi; CM calls for emergency meeting

In light of increasing influenza cases, Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta convened an emergency review meeting. Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh reassured citizens that all necessary resources are available to combat the issue. The city has reported around 3,000 influenza cases this year, with 2,308 cases linked specifically to H1N1.…

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Delhi to halt construction from December 10 to January 20 to curb winter pollution

Delhi will ban all construction from December 10 to January 20. This measure aims to tackle worsening air pollution during winter months. Larger construction sites will be monitored using AI cameras and a special portal. Authorities will take action against any violations detected during this period. Citizens are encouraged to…

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Manohar Lal Khattar unveils Delhi's 2047 blueprint: 40 lakh homes, 695-km metro & jobs on agenda

Delhi's Master Plan 2047 proposes forty lakh new homes for its growing population. The city's metro network will expand to six hundred ninety-five kilometers by the year 2047. This plan aims to balance urban development with environmental preservation efforts. Affordable housing will be supported through transit-oriented development policies. The plan…

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Delhi Lakshmi Yojana payout begins Sep 1, pension letters from Aug 27

Eligible women will receive Lakshmi Yojana pension letters starting August twenty-seventh. Monthly financial assistance will be credited directly to bank accounts from September first. An event at Talkatora Stadium will distribute the pension letters to beneficiaries. District committees are directed to speed up application verification for timely benefits. The Yojana…

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₹4,200 vs ₹6,957: AAP puts Delhi govt's bicycle purchase under scrutiny

The Aam Aadmi Party highlighted a significant price difference in government-purchased bicycles. They showed a retail bicycle costing ₹4,200 alongside a government one at ₹6,957. The party alleged the government bicycles used cheaper local components and fake brand stickers. They plan to present both bicycles to ministers for an explanation.

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