Delhi CM Rekha Gupta pays tribute to the mortal remains of party leader VK Malhotra, at Lodhi Road, in New Delhi
BJP veteran VK Malhotra who passed away on September 30 will be cremated on Wednesday.Delhi News Today Live Updates: BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra was cremated with state honours at Lodhi Road crematorium today. The party’s Delhi president Virendra Sachdeva, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, other leaders, and a large number of workers gathered at the office today to pay their respects. The Delhi government has declared a one-day state mourning in his honour, who passed away a day earlier at his Delhi residence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday released a special postage stamp and a coin to commemorate 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), highlighting the organisation’s contributions to the nation. Speaking at the event, Modi said that the establishment of RSS 100 years ago on Dussehra was “not just a coincidence.” “It was a resurrection of a tradition which was continuing since thousands of years,” he said. He joined the centenary celebrations of the organisation as the Chief Guest at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rains for Thursday. The latest bulletin from the IMD, forecasting the Delhi weather, read: “Generally cloudy sky. One or two spells of very light to light rain/drizzle accompanied with thunderstorm/lightning towards afternoon/evening.” The temperature is likely to range from 24 degrees Celsius to 35 degrees Celsius on Thursday.
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‘They cut our pay even when we’re sick… don’t we have rights?’: No end to strike by MCD staff who check mosquito-breeding
“We won’t stop the strike until we’re handed an official order stating that our demands will be fulfilled,” said Madan Pal, president of the Anti-Malaria Ekta Karmachari Union.
Since Monday, Multi-Tasking Staff of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), which includes Domestic [Mosquito] Breeding Checkers (DBC), and Contractual Field Worker (CFW), have been on an indefinite protest and hunger strike.
They are seeking standardised pay, permanent status for workers — some of whom have been working for decades — equal and standardised pay, medical and earned leaves, and jobs for family members of deceased employees.
Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh said the demands are being vetted as per the laws. “We are planning how the leaves can be scheduled. I’m in constant talks with the officials to address the demands raised,” he said.
Next monsoon could be better: Gurgaon drainage, sewerage works to begin by year-end, will be completed by April 2026
The repair and desilting of sewerage and drainage networks in Gurgaon will begin by December 31 and will be completed by April 2026 to address waterlogging in the city before the next monsoon, Gurugram Municipal Corporation Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya said on Wednesday.
Large parts of Gurgaon were inundated in this year’s unusually heavy monsoon rain, causing severe disruption of daily life.
Dahiya assessed the situation in 40 areas affected by sewage overflow issues at a review meeting of the Sewage Management Cell on Monday.
Thefts drive 59% surge in crimes at Delhi railway stations in 2023: NCRB data
At Delhi’s railway stations, crimes increased by 59% in 2023 as compared to the previous year — with thefts making up a chunk of them.
The Government Railway Police (GRP) recorded a total of 5,176 cases, according to the latest data released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Of these, thefts accounted for 4,813 incidents.
Delhi has seven GRP stations operating across the premises of 46 railway stations.
According to data, a total of 2,332 cases were registered in 2021, which increased to 3,243 in 2022.
Better accuracy, but many limitations still plague Delhi’s air quality forecasting, shows study
Delhi’s Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) has been able to forecast high-pollution days with more than 80 per cent accuracy, but its reliance on outdated emission inventories and the tendency to underpredict pollutant levels limit its effectiveness, a study by the public policy think tank Council on Energy, Environment, and Water (CEEW) has found.
The system correctly forecast 83 out of the 92 “very poor and above” days in the winter of 2023-24, and 54 out of 58 such days in 2024-25, says the study, titled ‘How Well Can Delhi Predict Air Quality?’. ‘Very poor and above’ days are those on which the air quality index (AQI) is more than 300.
‘Custodial assault, cultural humiliation’: DU students from Kerala allege thrashing near Red Fort, MP John Brittas writes to Delhi Police chief
Two first-year students from Kerala, studying at Delhi University’s Zakir Husain Delhi College, were allegedly accused of theft and beaten up near Red Fort last week, with some police officers also purportedly involved.
Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas has written to Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha demanding a probe into what he called “an inhuman attack, custodial assault and cultural humiliation” of the two. Police said an inquiry has been ordered into their allegations.
In his letter, Brittas said the students – identified as Aswanth I T and Sudhin K – were accosted by a group of miscreants on September 24 and falsely accused of theft. “Instead of extending protection, the policemen colluded with the mob… the students were dragged, beaten with fibre lathis, stomped upon, stripped and humiliated in the most degrading manner,” the letter alleged.
Delhi Live Updates | IMD forecasts drizzles for national capital tomorrow
Delhi is likely to receive light rain tomorrow, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said. The latest bulletin from the IMD, forecasting the Delhi weather, read: “Generally cloudy sky. One or two spells of very light to light rain/drizzle accompanied with thunderstorm/lightning towards afternoon/evening.” The temperature is likely to range from 24 degrees Celsius to 35 degrees Celsius on Thursday.
Two criminals nabbed after shootout in South Delhi, one injured
Two alleged criminals were nabbed following a brief exchange of fire near Sanjay Van in Southwest Delhi on Wednesday morning. One of the accused, Arman, 26, was injured after the bullet hit his right leg, police said.
On being intercepted, the criminals allegedly opened fire at the police party while trying to escape. The police team, in self defence, retaliated.
The police said the men were wanted in a firing case linked to an extortion registered at Chhawla police station earlier this week.
Delhi Live Updates | Vijay Kumar Malhotra cremated with state honours at Nigambodh Ghat
BJP stalwart Vijay Kumar Malhotra has been cremated with state honours at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat.
भाजपा के वरिष्ठ नेता, दिल्ली भाजपा के प्रथम अध्यक्ष स्वर्गीय प्रो. विजय कुमार मल्होत्रा जी लोधी रोड श्मशान घाट पर पंचतत्व में विलीन हुए। https://t.co/BLaNmPOnHc— BJP Delhi (@BJP4Delhi) October 1, 2025
Drunk customer abuses Zomato delivery agent in Delhi’s Narela, let off after counselling
A Zomato delivery agent was allegedly abused by a drunk teacher and his friend after he asked for the payment for the delivered food, Delhi Police said on Wednesday. The teacher, however, accused the police and the delivery agent of beating him up after he refused to pay the extra money demanded by him.
The incident came to light when a video on social media showed a delivery agent and two policemen dragging Rishi Kumar from his flat in the Narela area of Outer North Delhi.
According to the police, when the Narela police station received a call from Arjun, he reported that two people in an inebriated state had ordered food, and then at the time of the delivery ,forcibly took the food without paying the money. They also abused him, Hareshwar Swami, DCP, Outer North, said.
Bareilly clashes: Two more aides of cleric arrested in shootout
Bareilly Police arrested two more associates of Ittehad-e-Millat Council president Tauqeer Raza Khan following a shootout in Fatehganj Pashchimi Wednesday morning.
Maulana Tauqeer Raza, who has been accused of “masterminding” the violence that erupted after Friday prayers in Bareilly on September 26, was arrested on Sunday.
Superintendent of Police, Bareilly, Anurag Arya said that the arrested men have been identified as Mohd Idris alias Bora (50) and Iqbal alias Bundan Khan (48), both residents of Shahjahanpur. “They sustained injuries in the encounter, following which they were admitted to the hospital,” said Arya.
Bihar man who robbed Delhi employer caught after 12 years
A man on the run for 12 years after allegedly looting his employer in Delhi’s Kirti Nagar has been caught in Rajasthan, reported PTI. Gautam Yadav (32) from Bihar’s Jamui district is a proclaimed offender carrying a reward of Rs 20,000. He was arrested in Jaipur on September 30.
According to news agency PTI, Yadav, then employed as a domestic help, and three others robbed his employer in 2013, tying her up and fleeing with gold jewellery. While two of his associates were arrested earlier, Yadav evaded capture by frequently changing locations and taking up odd jobs across states before settling in Rajasthan.
Delhi-Meerut RRTS gets $299 million boost as ADB approves final finance tranche
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sanctioned a $299 million loan as the final installment for the Delhi–Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) Investment Project. The project is a flagship urban transport initiative in the National Capital Region (NCR).
With this fourth tranche, ADB’s total support under the multi-tranche financing facility approved in 2020 now stands at $1.05 billion. The 82-kilometer Delhi–Meerut RRTS is the first of three priority corridors planned for the NCR, designed to transform regional mobility by cutting travel time between Delhi and Meerut from more than three hours to just one.
As of August 2025, 55 kilometers of the corridor are operational, linking 11 stations from New Ashok Nagar in Delhi to Meerut South.
Rajendra Prasad Road to be one-way now to ease traffic, says Delhi Police
Delhi Traffic Police on Wednesday announced that Rajendra Prasad Road will now allow vehicles to move only in one direction to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.
As per an order issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Shive Keshari Singh, vehicles will be permitted to ply only from Jaswant Singh roundabout towards the Rajendra Prasad Road–Janpath Road roundabout. The restriction applies to all categories of motor vehicles, reported news agency PTI.
The DCP said the decision was taken to address the persistent problem of heavy traffic on the stretch. Signboards have been put up to guide motorists about the new arrangement.
Vijay Kumar Malhotra's body taken to Nigambodh Ghat
Vijay Kumar Malhotra's mortal remains are being taken to Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi for the cremation. Several BJP leaders are there to pay tibutes.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta pays tribute to VK Malhotra
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta pays tribute to BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra. "His demise is an irreparable loss for the residents of Delhi and the Delhi BJP family. His entire life, filled with simplicity, service, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to the organization, served as a living example of Indian politics and organizational work style. As the first president of the Delhi state of the Bharatiya Janata Party, he laid the foundation of the organization on the basis of ideology, integrity, and values. Along with uniting the workers, he instilled confidence in them and gave the organization the form of a family," she says.
आज पंडित पंत मार्ग स्थित दिल्ली भाजपा कार्यालय में हम सभी कार्यकर्ताओं के प्रेरणास्रोत एवं संरक्षक श्रद्धेय प्रो. विजय कुमार मल्होत्रा जी को भावभीनी श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित की।
उनका निधन दिल्लीवासियों एवं दिल्ली भाजपा परिवार के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। सादगी, सेवा, त्याग और संगठन के… pic.twitter.com/vMPqLvZroq
— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) October 1, 2025
BJP veteran VK Malhotra's mortal remains kept at Delhi unit office
The mortal remains of BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra were placed at the Delhi unit office of the party on Wednesday for people to pay their last respects, news agency PTI reported.
Party's Delhi president, Virendra Sachdeva, other leaders, and a large number of workers gathered at the office.
Malhotra's body was carried from Rakabganj Road, where he lived, in a hearse to the party's office on Pandit Pant Marg, as per the PTI report.
The former MP will be cremated at Lodhi Road crematorium at 3 PM today. (PTI)
'First time in Indian history that Bharat Mata's image is carved onto a coin': PM Modi releases coin to commemorate 100 yrs of RSS
Speaking at the RSS centenary celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Tomorrow is Vijayadashmi, a festival which symbolises the victory of good over evil, victory of justice over injustice, victory of truth over falsehoods, and victory of light over darkness…"
Releasing a coin to commemorate 100 years of the RSS, Modi said, “This is the first time in the history of India that Bharat Mata’s image has been carved onto a coin."
The coin also has the RSS’ motto “Rashtray Swaha, Idam Rashtraya, Idam Na Mama”, which translates to “Everything is dedicated to the nation, Everyhting is the nation’s, Nothing is mine”.
‘RSS leaders went to jail for Independence’: PM Modi on 100 years of RSS
Speaking at the RSS centenary celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Since its inception, the RSS has been striving to build the nation… During the struggle for Independence, [RSS founder] Dr [KB] Hedgewar went to jail and along with him, many members of the organisation."
He said the RSS participated in the freedom movement and sheltered many freedom fighters.
He said that during the Chimur (Maharashtra) agitation of 1942, RSS swayamsevaks suffered at the hands of the British. “Again after Independence, RSS suffered at the hands of the Nizams of Hyderabad. RSS also sacrificed during the Independence of Goa and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. But RSS was steady on its belief: ‘Nation first’ and aim of ‘Ek Bharat, sreshth Bharat’.”
'RSS focused on nation-building since its founding': PM Modi hails RSS' contribution at centenary celebrations
At the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday hailed the organisation's contributions towards the nation, saying that it has, since its founding, "focused on nation-building."
"RSS believes in 'One India, Great India', yet post-Independence, attempts were made to prevent it from joining the national mainstream," he alleged.
"RSS works in different sections of society; but there are never contradictions among them as they work on principle of nation-first," he said in his speech.
'Establishment of RSS on Dussehra not just a coincidence': PM Modi at RSS' centenary celebrations
Speaking at the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's (RSS) on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that its establishment on Dussehra was "not just a coincidence," and that the generation was "fortunate to be witnessing centenary of the Sangh."
"RSS' glorious 100-year journey an extraordinary example of sacrifice, selfless service, nation-building, and discipline,"
"The establishment of RSS on Dussehra 100 years ago was not just a coincidence. This was a resurrection of a tradition which was continuing since thousands of years. Our generation of 'swayamsevaks' is fortunate to be witnessing centenary of the Sangh."
PM Modi releases special postage stamp, coin to commemorate 100 yrs of RSS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday released a specially-designed commemorative postage stamp and a coin highlighting the contributions of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to the nation at a programme in Delhi to mark its 100 years.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) releases a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and a coin highlighting the RSS' contribution to the nation at a programme to mark the centenary celebrations of the organisation.#rss
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 1, 2025
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Delhi govt declared one-day state mourning in BJP veteran VK Malhotra's honour today
The Delhi government has declared a one-day state mourning in BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra’s honour on Wednesday, who passed away a day earlier at his Delhi residence.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that the state government would ensure that his last rites are conducted with full honours.
Leaders across the political divide in Delhi were on the same page on Tuesday as they condoled Malhotra’s death.
Delhi Weather Today Live Updates: Day after heavy downpour, IMD predicts cloudy skies, light rains in Delhi today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Wednesday has forecast generally cloudy skies, and a spell of very light to light rain for the day.
Even in the post monsoon season, the Capital saw heavy downpour on Tuesday due the influence of low pressure systems in the neighbouring regions.
The minimum temperature is likely to be 22.8 degrees Celsius — six degrees below the season’s normal.
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: 'Swami Chaitanyananda showed no sign of remors, has been constantly lying,' police say
Promising a career as an airhostess, Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati allegedly initiated online chats with young aspirants and then sent them obscene messages, officers investigating harassment claims against him have found. The police reportedly recovered photos of air hostesses and screenshots of display pictures of several young women from his phone. Officers said the accused showed no sign of remorse and has been constantly lying.
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: PM Modi performs aarti at the Durga Puja pandal at CR Park's Kali Mandir
Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed aarti at the Durga Puja pandal at Chittaranjan Park’s Kali Mandir on Maha Ashtami on Tuesday.
VIDEO | PM Modi (@narendramodi) performs aarti at a Durga Puja pandal in Chittaranjan Park. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta accompanied him.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
The PM also waved at the crowd gathered there.
(Source: Third Party)
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Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: New e-Arrival Card system to be rolled out for foreign travellers in Delhi airport from tomorrow
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) is set to introduce a new e-Arrival Card facility starting Wednesday, aiming to simplify the entry process for international passengers.
With this provision, launched under the aegis of the Bureau of Immigration by Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), which operates IGIA, foreign travellers arriving at the airport will no longer need to fill out paper-based arrival forms.
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: Heavy rainfall in Delhi may have damaged the Ravana effigies for Dussehra festival
Heavy rainfall in Delhi may have damaged the Ravana effigies prepared for the upcoming Dussehra festival.
Delhi's heavy rain seem to have damaged the Ravana effigies that were prepared for the upcoming Dussehra festival. (Credit: Renuka Puri/Indian Express) pic.twitter.com/8mZnmeeytQ
— The Indian Express (@IndianExpress) September 30, 2025
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: Heavy rainfall in Delhi may have damaged the Ravana effigies for Dussehra festival
Heavy rainfall in Delhi may have damaged the Ravana effigies prepared for the upcoming Dussehra festival. (Express Photos/Renuka Puri)
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: Visuals of rainfall in New Delhi
Visuals of rainfall in New Delhi as IMD issues orange alert in the National Capital (Express Photos/Amit Mehra)
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: Delhi airport sees 5 flight diversions due to bad weather
At least five flights were diverted at the Delhi airport on Tuesday afternoon due to adverse weather conditions in the national capital, according to an official.
Heavy rains lashed parts of Delhi-NCR on Tuesday and airlines issued advisories that flight operations might be impacted.
The official said five flights that were to land at the Delhi airport were diverted to Jaipur between 12.15 pm to 12.30 pm. --PTI
Delhi Weather Today News Live Updates: Zakhira underpass waterlogged after heavy rainfall in Delhi
As heavy rains lashed parts of Delhi-NCR on Tuesday, the Zakhira underpass witnessed waterlogging, making it difficult for vehicles to pass through it, while pedestrians remains stuck in knee-deep water, as per visuals shared by PTI.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: Zakhira underpass waterlogged after heavy rainfall in the city. #delhirains #delhiweather
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
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Devotees throng Kali Mandir in Delhi's CR Park for Maha Ashtami celebrations
Devotees thronged the Kali Mandir in Delhi's CR Park for Maha Ashtami celebrations during Shardiya Navratri 2025, news agency PTI reported.
They were seen chanting at the temple, as the festival comes alive with rituals and offerings.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: Devotees throng CR Park’s Kali Mandir for Maha Ashtami celebrations during Shardiya Navratri 2025. Visuals show vibrant rituals, offerings, and festive spirit as the temple comes alive with chants and devotion.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta cancels all govt programmes for the day paying homage to BJP veteran VK Malhotra
Watch: Effigies for Dussehra festivity drenched amid heavy rainfall in Delhi
The Ravana effigies prepared for upcoming Dussehra festivity were drenched amid heavy rainfall in parts of Delhi-NCR on Tuesday.
(Express Photo and Video by Renuka Puri)
Watch: Heavy rains lash parts of Delhi-NCR today
Heavy rains lashed parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Tuesday, bringing much-needed respite from heat.
PTI Video from Tilak Nagar:
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: Rain showers bring relief to the national capital; visuals from Tilak Nagar show soaked streets and pleasant weather.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
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PTI Video from Talkatora Road:
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: Visuals from Talkatora Road show heavy rain in the national capital, bringing much-needed relief from the heat.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
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IMD upgrades rain alert to ‘orange’ indicating moderate showers for next few hours
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Tuesday upgraded its warning from ‘yellow’ to ‘orange,’ indicating moderate rainfall, lightning, thunderstorms with gusty winds reaching upto 40 kmph, for the next few hours.
'Great loss for us': BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi pays tributes to party veteran VK Malhotra at residence
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Tuesday paid tributes to veteran party leader VK Malhotra, who passed away on Tuesday, news agency PTI reported.
Speaking to reporters, Naqvi said, "He taught us parliamentary work and values. We learned a lot from him. It is a great loss for us. We should draw lessons and inspiration from the work he has done."
Delhi Weather Today: Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR
Rains lashed parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), with as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Tuesday issued a ‘yellow’ alert, indicating light rainfall, lightning, thunderstorms with gusty winds reaching upto 40 kmph, for the next few hours.
PTI video from Delhi:
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: Heavy rain lashes the national capital.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
Visuals from Feroz Shah Road.#delhirain #weatherupdate
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PTI video from Ghaziabad:
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Uttar Pradesh: Rain lashes Ghaziabad.#weatherupdate #ghaziabad
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
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IMD sounds ‘yellow’ alert, Delhi to experience light rainfall, thunderstorms for next few hours
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Tuesday issued a ‘yellow’ alert in Delhi, indicating light rainfall, lightning, thunderstorms with gusty winds reaching upto 40 kmph, for the next few hours.
'He was a pillar of the BJP': Party MP Bansuri Swaraj on demise of veteran leader VK Malhotra
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran Bansuri Swaraj Tuesday paid tributes to veteran party leader Vijay Kumar Malhotra at his residence in Delhi, news agency PTI reported.
Speaking to reporters, Swaraj said, "VK Malhotra ji was a such a pillar of the BJP who nurtured the party since initial days. Even time will not be able to fill this loss. He dedicated his entire life for the nation, welfare of people and strengthening BJP."
'Extremely heartbreaking': AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal expresses grief over death of BJP veteran VK Malhotra
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal Tuesday expressed his grief over the death of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran leader Vijay Kumar Malhotra, sharing a post on X.
"The news of the demise of Shri V. K. Malhotra Ji, a senior leader of the Delhi BJP, is extremely heartbreaking. May God grant peace to the departed soul and provide a place at His divine feet. My condolences are with the bereaved family," Kejriwal said.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsदिल्ली भाजपा के वरिष्ठ नेता श्री वी. के. मल्होत्रा जी के निधन का समाचार बेहद दुखद है।
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) September 30, 2025
ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को शांति प्रदान करें और अपने श्री चरणों में स्थान दें। मेरी संवेदनाएं शोकाकुल परिवार के साथ हैं। https://t.co/KmnqaZekoD
Watch: Delhi CM pays last respects to BJP veteran VK Malhotra at his residence today
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta paid her last respects to BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra who passed away at his residence in Delhi on Tuesday, news agency PTI reported.
Gupta visited the residence of the veteran leader to pay her tributes. Speaking to reporters, she said, “Senior leader Malhotra made a major contribution to Delhi. He was the foundation for setting up Delhi as it is today. He blessed me with his best wishes when I became the CM of Delhi. He was an inspiring person.” (PTI)
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the residence of veteran BJP leader VK Malhotra to pay her tributes. She said, “Senior leader Malhotra made a major contribution to Delhi. He was the foundation for setting up Delhi as it is today. He blessed me with his best… pic.twitter.com/AaEdMgcIVC
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
PM Modi pays last respects to BJP veteran VK Malhotra at his residence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his last respects to BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra who passed away at his residence in Delhi on Tuesday, news agency PTI reported.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi: PM Narendra Modi pays his last respects to veteran leader Vijay Kumar Malhotra, who passed away this morning.#vkmalhotra #delhi
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
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Delhi Weather Today: Cloudy skies with light rainfall likely in Delhi today
The India Meteorological Department Tuesday forecast a generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle in the national capital, news agency PTI reported.
The minimum temperature in the city was recorded at 28.7 degrees Celsius, 5.4 notches above normal. The maximum is likely to settle around 35 degrees Celsius, the IMD stated.
Relative humidity stood at 74 per cent in the morning, it said. (PTI)
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva pays respects to party leader VK Malhotra
Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Virendra Sachdeva early Monday paid respects to veteran party leader VK Malhotra, news agency PTI reported, sharing a video from Malhotra's residence.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva (@Virend_Sachdeva) pays respects to veteran party leader VK Malhotra.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2025
VK Malhotra, 94, passed away earlier today. He was the first president of the Delhi unit of the BJP.#vkmalhotra #delhinews
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'His departure has left a deep void in both the BJP family and social life': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta express grief over Vijay Kumar Malhotra's death
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta Monday expressed her grief over the death of BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra, sharing that the leader's departure has "left a deep void in both the BJP family and social life."
"The passing of Professor Vijay Kumar Malhotra ji, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, guardian of all of us workers, and the first president of Delhi BJP, is an extremely painful and irreparable loss. From the days of the Jan Sangh to the establishment of the BJP, his life has been a living example of patriotism, organizational skills, and discipline. As the first president of Delhi BJP, he strengthened the foundation of the organization and showed countless workers the path of service and dedication," Gupta posted on X.
"His departure has left a deep void in both the BJP family and social life. I pray to God to grant the departed soul a place at His holy feet and provide strength to the bereaved family members and workers to bear this unbearable sorrow. Om Shanti," she added.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsभारतीय जनता पार्टी के वरिष्ठ नेता, हम सभी कार्यकताओं के अभिभावक और दिल्ली भाजपा के प्रथम अध्यक्ष प्रोफेसर विजय कुमार मल्होत्रा जी का निधन अत्यंत पीड़ादायक और अपूरणीय क्षति है।
— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) September 30, 2025
जनसंघ के दौर से लेकर भाजपा की स्थापना तक उनका जीवन राष्ट्रनिष्ठा, संगठन कौशल और अनुशासन का जीता-जागता…
Union HM Amit Shah assures BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra's family of support after his demise
Union Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah Monday expressed his grief over the demise of veteran party leader Vijay Kumar Malhotra, assuring party's support to his family members.
"I am deeply grieved by the passing of BJP's senior leader Shri Vijay Kumar Malhotra ji, who played a pivotal role in shaping and expanding the organization from the Bharatiya Jana Sangh to the Janata Party and the BJP," Shah wrote over a post on X.
"Whether as the President of Delhi BJP, the Leader of the Opposition in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, or as a people's representative, Shri Vijay Kumar Malhotra ji served the country and the people of Delhi in every role. In every meeting with him, I gained insights into many intricate aspects related to the organization. In this hour of grief, the entire BJP family stands with his family members. May God grant the departed soul a place at His divine feet. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti," he added.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsजनसंघ से लेकर जनता पार्टी और भाजपा तक संगठन को आकार और विस्तार देने में अहम भूमिका निभाने वाले भाजपा के वरिष्ठ नेता विजय कुमार मल्होत्रा जी के निधन से मन अत्यंत व्यथित है।
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 30, 2025
दिल्ली भाजपा में अध्यक्ष हों, दिल्ली विधानसभा में नेता प्रतिपक्ष या एक जन प्रतिनिधि, विजय कुमार मल्होत्रा…
'Seasoned Parliamentarian who worked tirelessly among people': Rajnath Singh condoles death of BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Monday expressed his sadness over the demise of BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra.
He wrote on X: "In the history of the Jana Sangh and BJP, stalwarts like Prof Vijay Kumar Malhotra have a special place. He assiduously worked to strengthen our Party in Delhi. Widely respected for his knowledge of Indian Constitution he was a seasoned Parliamentarian who worked tirelessly among people."
"I am saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family. Om Shanti," he added.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsIn the history of the Jana Sangh and BJP, stalwarts like Prof Vijay Kumar Malhotra have a special place. He assiduously worked to strengthen our Party in Delhi. Widely respected for his knowledge of Indian Constitution he was a seasoned Parliamentarian who worked tirelessly among…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) September 30, 2025
'An outstanding leader': PM Modi condoles the death of BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra
Calling him an 'outstanding leader', Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday condoled the death of BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra over a post on X.
Modi wrote: "Shri Vijay Kumar Malhotra Ji distinguished himself as an outstanding leader, who had a very good understanding of people’s issues. He played a vital role in strengthening our Party in Delhi. He is also remembered for his Parliamentary interventions. Pained by his passing away. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsShri Vijay Kumar Malhotra Ji distinguished himself as an outstanding leader, who had a very good understanding of people’s issues. He played a vital role in strengthening our Party in Delhi. He is also remembered for his Parliamentary interventions. Pained by his passing away.… pic.twitter.com/7hPLmBxZEI
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 30, 2025
Delhi News Live Updates: At 94, BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra passes away
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran Vijay Kumar Malhotra passed away at his residence in Delhi this morning, according to a statement shared by Delhi BJP.
Malhotra, 94, was the first president of the Delhi unit of the party, the statement read, condoling his death.
Delhi News Live Updates: Police advise commuters to avoid Outer Ring Road, internal CR Park road, take alternative routes
According to the Delhi traffic police advisory, vehicles are not allowed on Capital's Gurudwara Road, Bipin Chandra Pal Marg and internal roads of CR Park and GK-II.
Moreover, “diversions will be implemented from Outer Ring Road (Under Panchsheel Flyover, Under IIT Flyover and Under Nehru Place Flyover) accordingly with respect to LGV and HGV…,” it read.
“Commuters and motorists are advised to avoid these roads and follow alternative routes via MG Road, Aurobindo Marg, Mathura Road, Lala Lajpat Rai Road, Mehrauli Badarpur(MB) Road to reach their respective destinations,” the advisory further stated.
Restrictions will continue to remain in place till October 2.
Delhi News Live Updates: PM Modi likely to visit CR Park today; police warn of heavy traffic across parts of city
In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s possible visit to the Durga Puja pandal at CR Park’s Kali Mandir on Maha Ashtami on Tuesday, to participate in the ongoing festivities, the Delhi Traffic Police has warned of heavy traffic across several parts of the city.
“Due to heavy footfall in Durga Puja Pandals in CR Park traffic will be heavy on Outer Ring Road, from Panchsheel to Greater Kailash, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, JB Tito Marg, Inder Mohan Bhardwaj Marg and CR Park Main Road…” an advisory said.
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