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Upasika Singhal
Upasika Singhal is a Correspondent at The Indian Express, based in New Delhi. She covers the Delhi-NCR region, with special focus on crime, legal affairs, and civic governance. Professional Background Role: Having joined The Indian Express in June 2023, she has quickly become a key voice in reporting on the city's legal battles and humanitarian crises. Education & Early Career: She holds a Master’s in International Relations from Symbiosis International University and a Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Analysis from The Takshashila Institution. Analytical Edge: Before transitioning into journalism, she worked in political consultancy (including a stint with I-PAC). This background in electoral strategy and policy informs her analytical approach to governance and public interest stories. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) Her recent work highlights a strong focus on Delhi's environmental crisis, urban infrastructure, and major legal acquittals: 1. Environment & Urban Crisis (GRAP-IV & BS-VI Rules) "Day 2 of enforcement drive in Delhi: 419 vehicles turned away for flouting BS-VI norms" (Dec 20, 2025): Detailed reporting on the Delhi government’s strict pollution control campaign at the borders. "As BS-VI rule kicks off in Delhi, cars race past at Badarpur" (Dec 19, 2025): An investigative look at the challenges traffic police face in enforcing the new emissions rules with limited manpower. "Here's how to check if Delhi's new pollution curbs will stop your vehicle" (Dec 19, 2025): A service-oriented "explainer" piece helping residents navigate the complex GRAP-IV restrictions. 2. Legal & Investigative Reporting "Bondi Beach attack: The Islamic State's long shadow on Australia" (Dec 19, 2025): A global security feature (co-authored) exploring radicalization and digital propaganda. "Delhi student suicide triggers inquiry into alleged teacher harassment" (Nov 24, 2025): A high-impact report on the death of a St. Columba’s student, which prompted an official probe into the school's environment. "‘Vindication of law’: Relief as Delhi HC quashes charges against 70 in Tablighi Jamaat Covid case" (July 2025): Covering the legal resolution of one of the most controversial pandemic-era criminal cases. 3. Transport & Civic News "Rail or road? Passengers scramble as airfares skyrocket amid IndiGo crisis" (Dec 6, 2025): Reporting from the ground at IGIA, capturing the chaos and economic impact of mass flight cancellations. "Northeast Delhi building collapse kills 6: Lane only 3-ft wide, rescuers form human chain" (July 2025): A gripping account of a tragedy in a congested colony, highlighting urban planning failures. Signature Style Upasika is recognized for her meticulous ground-reporting and her ability to handle sensitive human-rights stories. Whether she is interviewing the...
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Basements sealed, notices issued as MCD widens crackdown against coaching centresSubscriber Only
July 29, 2024 17:55 IST
Coaching centres lining both sides of the street remained shut for the day. Classes had been cancelled due to "unforeseen circumstances", said students present there.
Tue, Jul 30, 2024
Mother of man killed during Delhi riots: ‘Police tortured my boy, killed him… but how can I take them on’Subscriber Only
July 26, 2024 10:02 IST
In February 2020, as riots tore through Northeast Delhi, a group of Delhi Police personnel were seen on camera beating and abusing Faizan and four other men.
Fri, Jul 26, 2024
26-year-old UPSC aspirant electrocuted on waterlogged lane near his PG in Central DelhiSubscriber Only
July 23, 2024 11:45 IST
The Delhi Police said the victim touched an iron gate that had electricity running through it and waterlogging on the road contributed to the electrocution.
Sun, Jul 28, 2024
‘Rajniti hi aisi hai…’: Muzaffarnagar stall owners greet police notice with resignation — and a chuckleSubscriber Only
July 20, 2024 06:30 IST
On Tuesday, Muzaffarnagar Senior Superintendent of Police Abhishek Singh told the media that in preparation for the Kanwar Yatra, all eateries under the Muzaffarnagar police’s jurisdiction “have been instructed to display the names of their proprietors or those running the shop”.
Sat, Jul 20, 2024
Over 350 centres issuing PUC certificates in Delhi to stay shut after rate hike talks failSubscriber Only
July 15, 2024 13:25 IST
The new rates for PUC certificates for petrol, CNG or LPG (including bio-fuel) two- and three-wheelers are fixed at Rs 80. For petrol, CNG, or LPG (including bio-fuel) four-wheelers and above, it is Rs 110.
Tue, Jul 16, 2024
A highway rescue act, a turtle with patched-up shell — and now a waitSubscriber Only
July 15, 2024 04:19 IST
The turtle's shell had cracked open, leaving a gaping wound in the area right around its neck — it didn't look like it would make it alive.
Mon, Jul 15, 2024
7 held in kidney transplant racket: Two Bangladeshi nationals stayed in hotel behind hospital; never doubted them, say staffSubscriber Only
July 10, 2024 05:10 IST
The Indian Express reported Tuesday that the Delhi Police arrested a 50-year-old doctor from Delhi-based Indraprastha Apollo Hospital last week for her alleged involvement in an organ
Wed, Jul 10, 2024
Fire breaks out at Noida’s Logix Mall, officials suspect short circuitSubscriber Only
July 05, 2024 15:27 IST
Around 15 fire tenders were rushed to the spot. Before the fire tenders could reach Logix Mall, fire officials instructed the mall authorities to evacuate the building as soon as possible, said a fire official.
Fri, Jul 05, 2024
Dwarka condo project: DDA asks buyers to pay remaining 25% cost; flats nowhere near completion, claim allotteesSubscriber Only
July 05, 2024 04:53 IST
The buyers also said that despite the houses at the Dwarka Golf View Condos being incomplete, they had been asked to pay the remaining 25% of the flat’s cost.
Fri, Jul 05, 2024
Temporarily shut after canopy collapse, T1 likely to reopen ‘after two-three months’Subscriber Only
July 02, 2024 23:35 IST
According to a DIAL spokesperson, however, the two terminals are not facing much pressure due to the shift.
Tue, Jul 02, 2024
How the police station near Parliament where new criminal laws were enacted is gearing up for changeSubscriber Only
July 01, 2024 04:12 IST
The Capital’s thanas have already got the training material — a pocket-sized ready reckoner on the new and the old laws, besides a dedicated smartphone app.
Mon, Jul 01, 2024
‘Was told he fainted’: Son of Delhi airport roof collapse victim awaits his bodySubscriber Only
June 29, 2024 06:48 IST
Kumar was killed, and eight others were injured, on Friday after a canopy at the old departure forecourt of T1 at Indira Gandhi International Airport partially collapsed in the record- breaking June showers in the capital.
Sat, Jun 29, 2024
Tension after animal parts discovered outside temple in Sangam ViharSubscriber Only
June 26, 2024 17:13 IST
DCP (South) Ankit Chauhan clarified that an FIR under sections of animal cruelty has been registered and declined to give any further comment.
Wed, Jun 26, 2024
Protests in Mangolpuri as MCD demolishes part of mosque boundary wall, says illegalSubscriber Only
June 26, 2024 05:43 IST
The demolition was temporarily halted, as per the MCD statement, on police advice. By the time it stopped, 20 metres of the structure had been razed.
Wed, Jun 26, 2024
‘It is our duty, have to do it’: No heatwave relief for Delhi traffic copsSubscriber Only
June 25, 2024 05:55 IST
The rain in Delhi over the past two days has brought much-needed relief from the relentless heatwave.
Tue, Jun 25, 2024
Woman found hanging from DJB pipeline, husband dead at home; police suspect suicideSubscriber Only
June 22, 2024 22:53 IST
Police are suspecting the deaths to be a case of double suicide.
Sat, Jun 22, 2024
‘Never lost his appetite for justice’: Family and friends remember 66-year-old who fought for 1984 anti-Sikh riot victimsSubscriber Only
June 17, 2024 10:34 IST
Mohan Singh’s nephew still lives in the two-bedroom apartment given to their family by the government after the riots in Tilak Nagar’s Widow Colony.
Mon, Jun 17, 2024
Questions, debates, exams: Inside Delhi Police training classes for new criminal systemSubscriber Only
June 16, 2024 04:44 IST
Till now, around 15,000 police personnel have been trained in the implementation of these new laws.
Sun, Jun 16, 2024
How a tehsildar in Delhi issued caste certificates to general candidates illegally — for Rs 3,000Subscriber Only
June 14, 2024 12:17 IST
Further investigations are underway to validate the authenticity of the 111 caste certificates issued during the period in question.
Sat, Jun 15, 2024
80 shops gutted as fire rips through Chandni Chowk’s Nayi Sadak marketSubscriber Only
June 13, 2024 20:04 IST
The fire broke out in Nayi Sadak's Marwari Katra area around 5 PM.
Fri, Jun 14, 2024
‘I have a 6-year-old girl… who is going to support us now?’: Wife of Narela factory supervisor killed in fireSubscriber Only
June 09, 2024 05:00 IST
Kuldeep Rathore, brother of the third victim Shyam (24), sat on the steps just in front of the Superintendent. He, along with his other brother Monu, were also waiting for the body.
Sun, Jun 09, 2024
3 workers dead, 6 injured as fire breaks out in agro manufacturing plant in Delhi’s NarelaSubscriber Only
June 08, 2024 11:23 IST
A fire broke out in a pulses processing factory in Delhi’s Narela Industrial Area. A gas leak in one of the pipelines caused the fire which led to overheating of the compressor and a blast, the police said.
Sun, Jun 09, 2024
AAP hails Capital’s people: ‘They said go back BJP’Subscriber Only
June 05, 2024 06:46 IST
In the courtyard, a tent for the media and a screen flashing the results were the only signs of life.
Wed, Jun 05, 2024
Congested lanes, lack of water, delay in reporting cases: What hampers Delhi’s fire rescue effortsSubscriber Only
June 02, 2024 05:58 IST
DFS Chief Garg says that the other major challenge that they face is “lack of water resources or reservoirs”.
Sun, Jun 02, 2024
‘Kept asking them to switch on AC… they said repairs on’: Passengers of Air India flight recount ordealSubscriber Only
June 01, 2024 04:29 IST
The flight ultimately took off from Delhi at 9.55 pm on Friday. After a gruelling wait at the airport, passengers were finally taken to a hotel to stay the night.
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