Aniruddha Ghosal is a principal correspondent with the Indian Express. He writes on politics, environment and security. He is an alumnus of the University of Sussex.

October 04, 2017 01:11 IST
A report in this regard is likely to be presented in the Assembly soon, sources said.
Wed, Oct 04, 2017
October 01, 2017 03:09 IST
Narendra Modi said, "Thousands of years have passed but the epics of Ram and Krishna keep inspiring humankind even today. Like Ram, Indians should resolve to take vows to create a nation as dreamt by our freedom fighters."
Sun, Oct 01, 2017
October 01, 2017 00:19 IST
In this world of garbage and diseases — cancer, asthma and stomach illnesses are common — the children know that the games they play are deadly.
Sun, Oct 13, 2019
September 29, 2017 06:09 IST
According to the AAP government, the Delhi Cabinet was informed by chief secretary M M Kutty that while the schools would require the creation of a new policy, the Cabinet couldn’t use the word ‘teacher’ in their draft.
Fri, Sep 29, 2017
September 27, 2017 06:00 IST
“We are waiting for the inquiry to be completed. We will approach the police afterwards and action will be taken accordingly,” said Rakesh Kumar Mishra, ACEO, Noida Authority.
Wed, Sep 27, 2017
September 27, 2017 05:35 IST
“The impression that the two of us are forming an alliance is being aired by AAP. This was an event... in fact, AAP was one of the last ones to join. Since then, though, the party’s unofficial social media channels have been promoting this,” said Yogendra Yadav.
Wed, Sep 27, 2017
September 26, 2017 05:57 IST
Earlier, the L-G had, after an “elaborate process” of “advertisements, interviews and selections”, hired a set of advocates. However, Sisodia asked, “Why does Services Department need a separate set of advocates?”
Tue, Sep 26, 2017
September 26, 2017 00:47 IST
The estrangement between Roy and Mamata had reached a peak in July when the West Bengal CM learnt that a discussion by the Rajya Sabha ethics committee on the Narada sting — Mukul Roy is purportedly seen in the videos of alleged bribery — “had been put on the backburner”.
Tue, Sep 26, 2017
September 25, 2017 16:17 IST
Sources close to Roy maintained that the Trinamool Congress founder is “more keen to join the BJP presently”, while adding, “ultimately, the decision will lie with the BJP”.
Mon, Sep 25, 2017
September 25, 2017 14:24 IST
Since 2016, it has become apparent to political observers in the state that IPFT will be a factor in the future. Particularly after ethnic clashes between the tribals and the Bengalis saw at least 30 people injured and 15 vehicles, torched in Agartala onAugust 23.
Mon, Sep 25, 2017
September 23, 2017 05:59 IST
BJP sources said that Girri had wanted to introduce the Bill in July 2016 but didn’t. Article 15(5), the source added, needed to be amended with a constitutional amendment and needed the nod of both Houses.
Sat, Sep 23, 2017
September 22, 2017 05:49 IST
The L-G’s letter, which also stated that this had been conveyed in a “message” to the Delhi Assembly, had underlined that the Delhi Assembly DRSCs had powers not enjoyed even by the DRSCs of Lok Sabha.
Fri, Sep 22, 2017
September 22, 2017 03:31 IST
Kejriwal was accompanied by senior AAP leaders Sanjay Singh, Somnath Bharti and Ashutosh to Chennai and was received at the airport by Haasan’s younger daughter Akshara. This, however, was not the first meeting between the two, said Delhi government sources.
Fri, Sep 22, 2017
September 21, 2017 05:29 IST
Sources close to Kamal Haasan said this month that the veteran actor is planning to launch his political outfit by the end of this month with an eye on local body elections expected in November.
Thu, Sep 21, 2017
September 16, 2017 03:49 IST
The BJP and the RSS have accused the Mamata Banerjee government of “autocratic” and “undemocratic” rule. Netaji Indoor Stadium authorities, however, had cited that the venue was unavailable till Durga Puja.
Sat, Sep 16, 2017
September 08, 2017 03:36 IST
Pilot project an eyewash; at New Rajender Nagar, effort lasted a week, at Jhilmil colony, it never really took off
Fri, Sep 08, 2017
September 07, 2017 02:43 IST
Two solutions to the capital’s waste woes — alternate landfill sites and converting waste to energy — are not without their share of challenges
Thu, Sep 07, 2017
September 06, 2017 17:22 IST
From the moment three major landfills crossed the danger mark, several studies and reports warned authorities of the potential fallout — but no one listened
Thu, Sep 07, 2017
September 05, 2017 02:54 IST
As authorities try to convince the residents, they are confronted with the problem of rerouting 2,500 tonnes of garbage to the opposite end of the city.
Sun, Oct 13, 2019
September 05, 2017 02:48 IST
Amid protests, Police to accompany garbage trucks to alternate site today
Sun, Oct 13, 2019
September 03, 2017 01:14 IST
Explaining why the CM has changed his mind now, a source said, “Water and sewage are lifelines of the people of Delhi. If these two issues are looked after, a number of problems faced by people can be solved.”
Sun, Sep 03, 2017
September 03, 2017 01:07 IST
The game involves ignoring the stench, avoiding swooping crows and vultures, and keeping your balance on the landfill’s treacherous slopes while looking for something worthwhile.
Sun, Oct 13, 2019
September 03, 2017 01:02 IST
Day after two deaths in Ghazipur, L-G takes stock, meets CM, but little clarity over where waste will go now
Sun, Oct 13, 2019
September 02, 2017 04:08 IST
In February, 2000, the Supreme Court asked for new landfill sites to be identified, “bearing in mind” Delhi's requirement for the next two decades
Sun, Oct 13, 2019
September 02, 2017 03:52 IST
While Leader of Opposition and BJP leader Vijender Gupta called for “inter-agency” cooperation, the AAP remained combative.
Sun, Oct 13, 2019



