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Drishti Jain
Drishti Jain is a trainee journalist with The Indian Express, reporting on Delhi’s municipal bodies. She is an alumna of the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. Her reporting interests include rural issues, marginalised communities, women, and education. She tweets @Drishti_jain02
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‘Illegal’ bungalow built inside Tilpath Valley biodiversity park at Sainik Farms demolished
December 13, 2025 09:17 IST
The bungalow, built on an area of 2,000 square yards in 1999, belonged to Azher Nisar Shervani (78), who had been living there with his wife, son, daughter-in-law, 10-year-old grandson and caretakers.
Sat, Dec 13, 2025
‘Fire safety compromised’: MCD halts recognition of private schools, calls for inquiry
December 12, 2025 05:29 IST
n a letter, MCD Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh said that they were informed by Education Committee Chairman Yogesh Verma flagging concerns over the way in which private schools get recognition from the Education Department.
Fri, Dec 12, 2025
Fewer cancellations but chaos continues, fares still sky high on day 3 of IndiGo crisis
December 07, 2025 06:29 IST
The Ministry of Civil Aviation MoCA on Saturday issued an official directive for all the airlines mandating strict adherence to the fare caps. However, passengers were still scratching their hides looking at the airfares.
Sun, Dec 07, 2025
IndiGo crisis: 106 flights cancelled at Delhi, officials say situation less chaotic today
December 06, 2025 15:58 IST
The Delhi Airport, in an advisory, said passengers are advised to check the latest flight status with the airline before arriving at the airport.
Sat, Dec 06, 2025
Rail or road? Passengers scramble for alternatives at Delhi airport as airfares skyrocket amid IndiGo crisis
December 06, 2025 05:47 IST
A group of 80 passengers who were on their corporate team trip from Bengaluru to Azerbaijan found themselves with no choice when they saw that their flights had been cancelled.
Sat, Dec 06, 2025
MCD Budget 2026-27: No change in tax rates; sanitation & education in focus
December 06, 2025 05:46 IST
After a hiatus of two years, when the civic body saw a political slugfest and power tussle, the Budget estimates were presented in front of the Standing Committee, the MCD’s core executive arm.
Sat, Dec 06, 2025
3 dog shelters to come up in Delhi, MCD announces in 2026-27 Budget
December 06, 2025 05:42 IST
In his speech, Kumar stated that 6,347 cattle were sent to gaushalas, while 731 monkeys were caught and relocated to the Asola Bhati Mines Wildlife Sanctuary.
Sat, Dec 06, 2025
Stranded flyers, long queues: Frustration mounts at IndiGo reservation counter at Delhi airport
December 06, 2025 05:36 IST
Amid the jam-packed terminal, filled with annoyed travellers, some tried to calm elderly passengers accompanying them, while others tended to multiple calls from worried family members.
Sat, Dec 06, 2025
Kenyan student going home, Odisha doctor with surgeries lined up: IndiGo chaos leaves thousands stranded at Delhi Airport
December 05, 2025 19:36 IST
Several passengers were hit hard on Friday after the airline cancelled all departures from the city till midnight.
Sat, Dec 06, 2025
MCD byelections: CM Rekha Gupta’s old ward produces BJP’s biggest victory
December 04, 2025 05:19 IST
Anita Jain of the BJP swept to victory by a margin of 10,101 votes, beating Gupta’s own 2022 margin of 7,990. Jain, who defeated Babita Rana of the AAP, was one of six women who were elected councillors Wednesday, all from the BJP.
Thu, Dec 04, 2025
MCD bypolls: With wins in 3 wards, Kejriwal says public’s trust returning to AAP
December 03, 2025 17:09 IST
Of the 12 wards that went to polls, the BJP won 7 seats while the Congress and the All India Front Bloc won one seat each.
Wed, Dec 03, 2025
MCD bypoll results: BJP bags 7 wards, AAP wins 3, Cong gets 1
December 03, 2025 11:42 IST
This leaves the BJP with 122 councillors, the AAP with 102 and Congress 9 in the 250-member House
Wed, Dec 03, 2025
MCD By Election Result 2025 Highlights: Greater Kailash, Chandni Chowk and Dwarka-B among 7 key wards bagged by BJP, AAP wins 3
December 03, 2025 08:03 IST
Delhi MCD By Election Result 2025 Highlights: The results to all 12 seats where MCD byelections were held on November 30 have been declared. The BJP won 7 seats, AAP won 3, while the Congress and the Left bagged 1 seat each.
Wed, Dec 03, 2025
Relief for Delhi traders as they can now use single window to pay trade licence fee, property tax
December 03, 2025 03:54 IST
Under the new system, licence fee has been fixed at 15% of property tax applicable to the premises
Wed, Dec 03, 2025
‘CT scan showed black dots on my lungs…’: Life of a traffic cop battling pollution at Delhi’s most congested junction
December 02, 2025 08:00 IST
A 2022 study on Delhi’s outdoor workers exposed to air pollution and extreme weather events found they suffered from eye redness, headaches and limited lung function.
Tue, Dec 02, 2025
Pollution woes in Delhi: CAQM flying squads inspect 321 roads across city
December 01, 2025 07:00 IST
According to the consolidated inspection report, 35 road stretches exhibited high visible dust levels, 61 showed moderate, 94 recorded low, and 131 stretches were found to have no visible dust.
Mon, Dec 01, 2025
MCD bypolls: 38.51% voter turnout recorded, litmus test for AAP and BJP
December 01, 2025 05:30 IST
While for the BJP, this is the first major election after winning the Assembly polls in February with a sweeping mandate, the AAP and the Congress are trying to regain the lost ground in the Capital.
Mon, Dec 01, 2025
MCD bypolls first major electoral test for BJP months after return to power in Delhi
November 29, 2025 06:41 IST
For the ruling party, the bypoll results on December 3 will also show whether it has been able to cement its hold over the civic body, which it had ruled for three consecutive terms before the AAP unseated it in 2022.
Sat, Nov 29, 2025
After slight improvement in air quality, GRAP III curbs lifted in Delhi-NCR
November 27, 2025 09:03 IST
The Commission for Air Quality Management stressed that all actions under GRAP Stages II and I will remain in force as per the modified schedule issued on November 21.
Thu, Nov 27, 2025
MCD to table budget for 2026-2027 on December 5
November 27, 2025 06:10 IST
The budget will then be presented in respective committees namely – Education, Health, Department of Environmental Management and Services, Garden, Rural and Works committee, and then in the ward committees.
Thu, Nov 27, 2025
Model code of conduct in place, illicit liquor linked to MCD bypoll candidate’s kin seized
November 26, 2025 06:03 IST
Meanwhile, a case has been registered at Pul Prahladpur police station. Investigation is underway to determine the intended purpose of the liquor consignment.
Wed, Nov 26, 2025
‘Why should we be robbed of our childhood?’: Delhi students who took fight against air pollution to HC
November 23, 2025 06:43 IST
Eleven students moved court to shift the sports calender amid Capital's polluted months. The Indian Express speaks to two of them.
Sun, Nov 23, 2025
DMRC fined Rs 3.8 lakh by MCD for violating pollution norms
November 22, 2025 05:59 IST
According to the MCD, a total of 28 challans were issued to DMRC by the South and Central Zones including violations of National Green Tribunal (NGT) laws and Solid Waste Management rules.
Sat, Nov 22, 2025
MCD school principal transferred for sending obscene message to teachers
November 21, 2025 06:13 IST
The issue had come up during MCD's Standing Committee on Wednesday, following which Chairperson Satya Sharma had said that action will be taken soon in the matter.
Fri, Nov 21, 2025
Coughing, struggling to breathe after a game: Why 11 Delhi students moved court to defer sports events in pollution season
November 20, 2025 06:50 IST
Pediatric studies have repeatedly shown that prolonged exposure to high particulate matter can impair lung growth, reduce immunity and worsen asthma
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