Saman Husain is a trainee journalist with The Indian Express. She reports in Delhi-NCR and some of her interests include minority’s issues, women’s issues, civic issues, culture and education. She tweets @SamanHusain9
April 19, 2025 03:43 IST
The civic body had earlier invited applications from vendors operating in Chandni Chowk and the surrounding areas. A total of 93 entries were received by the deadline of April 11
Sat, Apr 19, 2025April 17, 2025 05:58 IST
Served demolition notices, 189 Tamil residents of this jhuggi jhopdi cluster in Jangpura have been allotted DDA flats in Narela -- 50 km away. For the children, who study at the DTEA (Delhi Tamil Education Association) School in Lodhi Estate, the distance may prove too far
Thu, Apr 17, 2025April 12, 2025 06:01 IST
The additional user charges, levied based on the Union government’s Solid Waste Management Bye-Laws, 2017, were approved in 2018, but have not come into effect till now. However, the MCD levied the charges from April 1.
Sat, Apr 12, 2025April 09, 2025 05:25 IST
Though records on Bagh-e-Jud are scarce, the area became a sacred burial spot in the 14th Century after the establishment of the dargah of Sufi saint Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya
Wed, Apr 09, 2025April 08, 2025 05:10 IST
The Mayor also questioned the legitimacy of implementing the charges without any recent discussion in the corporation's monthly assembly
Tue, Apr 08, 2025March 22, 2025 07:45 IST
In 1981, 17 dacoits shot dead 24 Dalits in Uttar Pradesh’s Dehauli village. Over four decades later, three of the accused were awarded capital punishment by a local court.
Sat, Mar 22, 2025March 19, 2025 05:50 IST
As of now, the Congress has not clarified its stance. If it abstains from voting, BJP’s proposals are likely to be approved
Wed, Mar 19, 2025March 16, 2025 05:40 IST
The area around Talkatora Stadium is believed to hold immense importance in military campaigns launched by the Maratha Empire against the Mughals in the 18th century
Sun, Mar 16, 2025March 16, 2025 05:05 IST
On Saturday, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh held a meeting with farmer representatives at the Delhi Secretariat as part of the public consultation series for the BJP’s ‘Viksit Delhi Budget.’
Sun, Mar 16, 2025March 12, 2025 05:45 IST
During the final leg of the recent Delhi elections, Singh, who was contesting against AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, had proposed to rename the stadium after Maharishi Valmiki
Wed, Mar 12, 2025March 11, 2025 05:40 IST
While announcing the campaign on Monday, AAP Delhi state convenor Gopal Rai said, “AAP workers and office bearers must strengthen themselves ideologically, and these programmes will help achieve that"
Tue, Mar 11, 2025March 09, 2025 02:29 IST
Recounting her political journey, CM Rekha Gupta said, “Back when I joined the ABVP, my family did not understand what politics was."
Sun, Mar 09, 2025March 08, 2025 16:24 IST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will chair a committee to oversee the implementation of the Mahila Samridhi Yojana. A portal to register for the scheme will be launched soon, Gupta said.
Sun, Mar 09, 2025March 08, 2025 05:42 IST
Even as BJP leaders rejected speculation of a name change of the Tughlaq Lane, AAP MP Sanjay Singh questioned BJP over the attack on the medieval-era rulers.
Sat, Mar 08, 2025March 06, 2025 05:57 IST
This comes three days after construction machinery had arrived in the area to carry out redevelopment work along the river.
Thu, Mar 06, 2025March 06, 2025 04:30 IST
“Permission was obtained on material misrepresentation and concealment of facts under the Saral Scheme. After a showcause [was issued], and based on the reply and other facts, the permission so obtained has been cancelled,” an MCD spokesperson said.
Thu, Mar 06, 2025March 03, 2025 17:54 IST
The AAP’s 2022 success was centred on 10 poll guarantees, including eliminating Delhi’s three landfills, regularising contractual workers, and resolving parking issues. However, these remain largely unaddressed, given the party’s continued struggle with the BJP.
Mon, Mar 03, 2025February 26, 2025 21:25 IST
The parents first went to Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital and a Medico-Legal Case (MLC) report was given to them on February 18. They filed a police complaint on February 20.
Thu, Feb 27, 2025February 22, 2025 19:39 IST
An official from NDMC, who said that the signboard were defaced, said that posters and black paint have been removed from the Akbar Road signage
Sun, Feb 23, 2025February 22, 2025 05:20 IST
According to the parents, the boy was physically assaulted allegedly by his school teacher on Monday and his ear started bleeding
Sat, Feb 22, 2025February 21, 2025 04:50 IST
Several attendees expressed hope that the new government will deliver better amenities and infrastructure.
Fri, Feb 21, 2025February 19, 2025 20:53 IST
Delhi New CM Name: A former president of the Delhi University Students’ Union, Gupta is a three-time MCD councillor with vast administrative experience.
Thu, Feb 20, 2025February 18, 2025 15:55 IST
With the Kumbh pilgrimage ending on February 26, it is expected to bring even larger crowds to the New Delhi Railway Station.
Tue, Feb 18, 2025February 17, 2025 03:55 IST
Some were on their way home to other states, others were going to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh -- these were the 18 who died in the stampede at New Delhi railway station on Saturday. The Indian Express speaks to some of the families who lost their loved ones.
Mon, Feb 17, 2025February 11, 2025 05:00 IST
Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav speaks to Saman Husain on the latest electoral defeat and prospects for the party
Tue, Feb 11, 2025