Goa nightclub tragedy: Passports of Luthra brothers who fled to Phuket may be revoked

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The Ministry of External Affairs is examining a request to revoke the passports of Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, the two Delhi-based brothers and entrepreneurs who fled to Phuket, Thailand, after a massive fire at their Goa nightclub ‘Birch by Romeo Lane’ on December 6 killed 25 people.

Bhairav Battalions, Drone Platoons mark new era of Infantry modernisation: COAS

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday said the Indian Army is undergoing a major transformation driven by technology-enabled human resource empowerment, structured capability infusion and ongoing organisational reforms, positioning it as a future-ready force. He hailed the success of Operation Sindoor, calling it a defining example of India's calibrated, precise and resolute response mechanism.

'Vande Mataram' debate spirals into 'Historians vs. Distorians' row in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The Rajya Sabha debate on the 150th Anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' transformed into a fierce ideological battle on Wednesday, with the Opposition, led by the Congress, accusing the ruling party of "political manipulation of history" and deliberately maligning historical figures to score political points.

PM Modi, PM Netanyahu hold telephonic discussion, discuss Strategic Partnership, Gaza peace plan

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday evening, where the two leaders reviewed the robust India-Israel Strategic Partnership and exchanged views on the situation in West Asia.

MPs demand 50 pc reservation for BCs

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Twelve Members of Parliament from various political parties on Wednesday called for intensifying the movement to secure 50 per cent reservation for Backward Classes (BCs) in all elected bodies.

Delhi Govt inks MoU with IOCL to boost green energy, beautification of flyovers & strengthening health services

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday signed an MoU with the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for collaboration across five key sectors, that include beautification of flyovers, roads in a bid to help curb pollution.

Delhi CM urges hotels to install mist sprayers as anti-pollution measure

New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) In yet another step towards controlling air pollution in Delhi, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has urged hotel and restaurant owners to install mist spray systems on the rooftops of their establishments.

AAI sets up special group to monitor situation at airports

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI): Amid the ongoing Indigo crisis, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has constituted a crisis management group to monitor the situation at airports, with senior officials deployed as part of the team.

Delhi govt announces strict set of measures to curb pollution in the city

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI) Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said that the Delhi government is fully committed to providing citizens with a clean and safe environment, adding that pollution is not merely an environmental issue, but directly linked to public health, the future of children, and the quality of life of the elderly. .

Delhi orders citywide fire safety inspections, tightens licensing checks after Goa blaze

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The Delhi government on Wednesday announced stricter fire safety inspections and tighter oversight of licensing procedures for public establishments, citing the recent fire tragedy in Goa as a reminder of gaps that can prove fatal if left unaddressed.

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The government on Wednesday said its recent approval of a 26 per cent increase in print advertisement rates is based on a detailed assessment conducted by the 9th Rate Structure Committee (RSC).

Deepavali's inclusion in UNESCO list is a moment of pride: Delhi CM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday said that it is a moment of pride for Bharat that the festival of lights, Deepavali, has been inscribed on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Rahul challenges HM Shah for debate on 'vote chori' allegations

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) There was a heated debate between Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi and union Home Minister Amit Shah in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament on Wednesday over electoral reforms.

Winds improve Delhi’s air but AQI remains in ‘poor’ bracket

New Delhi, 10 Dec (UNI): Swift westerly winds continued to abate pollution levels in the national capital for the second consecutive day on Wednesday, offering mild relief to city residents.
Delhi recorded an air quality index (AQI) of 259, improving slightly from the previous day’s readings of 282, while remaining in the ‘poor’ air category.

Pollution check: MCD seals 3 jeans dyeing units in Kalyanpuri

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI): The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Wednesday sealed three unauthorised jeans dyeing units in east Delhi's Kalyanpuri area.