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Ashna Butani
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Process smooth at most hospitals, some see long lines, initial hiccups over glitches in serverSubscriber Only
March 02, 2021 03:20 IST
While the process was smooth at several places, glitches with the CO-WIN portal server slowed the process at others.
Tue, Mar 02, 2021
On PWD facelift list: Jama Masjid area, Netaji Subhash MargSubscriber Only
March 01, 2021 02:51 IST
Officials who are involved in the upcoming projects said the aim is to restore the heritage areas and revive the “Mughal aesthetic” in these areas.
Mon, Mar 01, 2021
New protocol to test international passengers at Delhi airport, some chaos during initial flightsSubscriber Only
February 24, 2021 01:06 IST
The new protocols say all international passengers have to get tested and upload their negative test reports 72 hours prior to the flight. Passengers from the UK, Europe and Middle East have to get mandatory RT-PCR tests done on arrival, and those whose final destination is Delhi can head home after the swab.
Wed, Feb 24, 2021
Delhi: Pragati Maidan corridor to be finished by May-endSubscriber Only
February 22, 2021 03:35 IST
A Public Works Department official said, “85% of the project is complete. Connecting branches and small portions are yet to be finished.” He said pending work includes putting up road signages, landscaping and horticulture works.
Mon, Feb 22, 2021
Day later, AAP, BJP offer prayers at Hanuman Mandir, trade charges over earlier demolitionSubscriber Only
February 21, 2021 00:38 IST
On the temple ostensibly lacking clearance by authorities, the North MCD Mayor had on Friday said permission is not needed for “an act of God”.
Sun, Feb 21, 2021
At Chandni Chowk, Hanuman Mandir demolished in Jan is replaced overnightSubscriber Only
February 20, 2021 00:57 IST
On the new structure ostensibly lacking permission from the government or civic bodies, he said, “This was an open call by the citizens and it is supported by the BJP. If any government has an objection to it, we will fight the battle on the street.”
Sun, Feb 21, 2021
Sugarcane season: Crowd begins to thin at GhazipurSubscriber Only
February 17, 2021 01:00 IST
Signs of the thinning crowd are evident at a langar started by Kar Sewa, Amritsar, which currently feeds around 4,000-5,000 protesters. Kamaldeep Singh (28), a farmer from Muzaffarnagar, who volunteers at the langar, said, "Earlier, around 15,000-16,000 people would come to eat here."
Wed, Feb 17, 2021
Delhi: Bumpy ride in city as PWD says can’t fix roads in winterSubscriber Only
February 16, 2021 02:14 IST
Officials of the Public Works Department (PWD) explained that the road is in need of routine maintenance work, which cannot take place in winter.
Tue, Feb 16, 2021
At heart of Ghazipur protest site, a pathshala for children of ragpickersSubscriber Only
February 15, 2021 04:23 IST
The classes were started by members of the Mata Savitribai Phule Mahasabha, with an aim to teach farmers’ children since they were missing out on school. Simultaneously, organisers started teaching local children who frequented the site to collect waste.
Mon, Feb 15, 2021
Delhi: Protesters at Narela road thin out, farmers say more to arrive on Feb 22Subscriber Only
February 15, 2021 04:15 IST
“There are still many protesters on the main road, but the crowd has reduced in the last 10-15 days. Earlier, there was no space to drive our autos on this road. That is not the case anymore," Said Naveen (22), an auto driver.
Mon, Feb 15, 2021
Rakesh Tikait urges more farmers to join, says Gujarat on his radarSubscriber Only
February 13, 2021 00:38 IST
Organised by Dalal Khap 84 on the Bahadurgarh bypass, the mahapanchayat saw a number of farm leaders take the stage.
Sat, Feb 13, 2021
Ghazipur’s protesters make themselves at homeSubscriber Only
February 10, 2021 06:58 IST
Towards the end of the protest site, a “wall of democracy” has joined two rows of tents. The wall, made out of bamboo, features a poster of the Preamble to the Constitution of India, a poster of Bhagat Singh pasted on thermocol, and information about Sikh gurus.
Wed, Feb 10, 2021
‘90% of work on Chandni Chowk central verge done’Subscriber Only
February 09, 2021 02:12 IST
The official said some work near Town Hall, Red Fort junction and Sunehri Masjid junction is pending. The area that earlier housed the Hanuman Mandir, which was demolished last month, has now been repaired and covered with tiles.
Tue, Feb 09, 2021
Farmer suicide at Tikri border: Note blames govtSubscriber Only
February 08, 2021 04:30 IST
The protesters said police reached the spot at around 7 am and took the body down. Officials said a post-mortem was conducted in Bahadurgarh.
Mon, Feb 08, 2021
At Tikri, ‘small show of strength for those detained after Jan 26’Subscriber Only
February 07, 2021 01:31 IST
A few farmers sang and danced while others chanted slogans. They said the blockade was also to reiterate that they would not go anywhere till the laws are repealed.
Sun, Feb 07, 2021
1 lakh people vaccinated in capital in phase one so farSubscriber Only
February 07, 2021 01:20 IST
Dr Suneela Garg, professor of excellence at Maulana Azad Medical College and member of Lancet Commission Covid India Task force, said the increase in numbers will be 'consistent and steady'.
Sun, Feb 07, 2021
Delhi: Short protest at Mandi HouseSubscriber Only
February 04, 2021 00:59 IST
While the crowd, which had gathered to show solidarity with the farmers’ protest, did not move forward, they continued the protest at Mandi House.
Thu, Feb 04, 2021
Metal spikes on road, barricades hit farmers’ access to water, toiletsSubscriber Only
February 03, 2021 04:45 IST
All three sites have seen the addition of more barricades and cement slabs since the January 26 violence. Concertina wires have been used to cover vast stretches, and at Tikri and Ghazipur, police have also put metal spikes on the roads leading to the protest sites.
Wed, Feb 03, 2021
End harassment before talks: Farm unionsSubscriber Only
February 03, 2021 02:35 IST
At the Ghazipur border, BKU leader Rakesh Tikait said the police barricading could not stop the farmers and they were ready to continue their protests till October-November.
Wed, Feb 03, 2021
Farmers-govt standoff: Getting into protest sites now tough as nailsSubscriber Only
February 02, 2021 02:00 IST
Since the beginning of the farmers’ agitation at Tikri, protesters have been on the Haryana side of the border, separated from Delhi by several layers of metal barricades.
Tue, Feb 02, 2021
Internet suspended at Singhu, Tikri, Ghazipur: DisconnectedSubscriber Only
January 31, 2021 04:27 IST
From connecting to their families, staying updated on the news or sharing videos and photos on social media about the protest, many aspects of their day-to-day life have been hit, say farmers.
Sun, Jan 31, 2021
Violence erupts first time in Singhu: cops watching, ‘locals’ target farmersSubscriber Only
January 30, 2021 04:40 IST
In full view of police who kept watching, an estimated group of 200 got past three layers of security barricades and damaged tents and shelters while clashing with farm protesters.
Sat, Jan 30, 2021
Flare-up at Singhu border: Group of over 100 clashes with farm protestersSubscriber Only
January 29, 2021 20:11 IST
The SHO of Alipur police station, Pradeep Kumar, was injured during the clashes and later said he was attacked with a sword by a farm protester.
Fri, Jan 29, 2021
Culture Minister takes stock: Extent of Red Fort damage becomes clear, tableaux targeted tooSubscriber Only
January 28, 2021 06:16 IST
Even as the ASI refused to reveal the extent of damage at Red Fort, sources said there has been substantial damage and littering inside the premises adding that even tableaux parked there after Republic Day were targeted.
Thu, Jan 28, 2021
Flower petals, jug of water: How tractor march found support from onlookersSubscriber Only
January 27, 2021 01:28 IST
As the farmers crossed Anand Vihar bus terminus, a number of travelers waved at them. Once they reached Vivek Vihar, residents showered the tractors with flower petals.
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