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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Assaulted at Jan Sunwai—Attacker Conducted Prior Recce

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Assaulted at Jan Sunwai—Attacker Conducted Prior Recce

Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta was attacked by a man during her Jan Sunwai at her residence. Eyewitnesses remarked,man hold her hands and pulled the CM towards, triggering chaos at Civil lines residence. Attendees of Jan Sunwai remarked the incident as “shameful" and deplorable act, condemning the attack. Some even claimed the CM was slapped. Rekha Gupta's Z-plus security was upgraded on 21 August after “attack” during Jan Sunwai at her official residence yesterday. According to police officers, it might be upgraded to have “more personnel” or improved arrangements. Also read: Who Is Rekha Gupta and Why She’s BJP’s…
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Delhi’s Poor Forced to Spend 15% of Income on Water: Greenpeace Audit Reveals Stark Inequality

Delhi’s Poor Forced to Spend 15% of Income on Water: Greenpeace Audit Reveals Stark Inequality

A rapid water audit by Greenpeace India was conducted across 500 households in 12 informal settlements in Delhi. It reveals that 34% of low-income families are spending up to 15% of their income on drinking water. These families earn ₹6,000–₹10,000 per month. That translates to approximately ₹500 to ₹1,500 monthly—a heavy financial burden for those living on tight budgets. The report emphasizes the misalignment between water demand and supply. About 37% of households require 20–25 litres of water per day. Yet, only 28% receive that amount. They only receive it when they pay for it. Also read: PM Modi announces…
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BJP Pushes to Lift Delhi’s Fuel Ban Amid Backlash

BJP Pushes to Lift Delhi’s Fuel Ban Amid Backlash

The Delhi government's recent ban on fuel for old vehicles has sparked significant backlash. Amidst the public outrage, the BJP government seeks a suspension of the ban. This action raises questions about its feasibility. It also impacts citizens' livelihoods. Delhi Government Steps In The Delhi government on July 3 urged the Centre's air quality panel. It asked to immediately suspend the fuel ban on overage vehicles. It promised to make "all out efforts." The government aims to resolve issues related to restrictions on the movement of end-of-life vehicles on city roads. Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa wrote to the Commission…
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CAG Report Exposes Delhi Healthcare Failures

CAG Report Exposes Delhi Healthcare Failures

The report is set to be tabled in the Delhi Assembly today. It outlines critical shortcomings across multiple facets of the health department’s operations. A newly released CAG report on Delhi’s public healthcare system reveals severe mismanagement. It also highlights financial negligence and a lack of accountability over the past six years. The report highlights that only ₹582.84 crores of the ₹787.91 crores allocated for COVID emergency response were utilized. Funds meant for frontline healthcare workers and essential supplies—such as drugs, PPE, and masks—remained significantly underused. For instance, ₹30.52 crores of the ₹52 crores earmarked for healthcare workers and ₹83.14…
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Restoring the Yamuna: BJP’s Urgent Cleanup Plan

Restoring the Yamuna: BJP’s Urgent Cleanup Plan

The Yamuna River, once a vital lifeline for Delhi, has deteriorated into a heavily polluted waterway. The 22-kilometer stretch between Wazirabad and Okhla is responsible for nearly 80% of the river’s pollution. This section makes up less than 2% of its total length. Newly appointed Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized the urgency of addressing this crisis. She began her tenure with a 'Yamuna Aarti' at Vasudev Ghat, symbolizing her commitment to restoring the river. This was followed by a cabinet meeting focused on implementing cleanup measures. A large-scale cleanup operation has commenced, utilizing trash skimmers, weed harvesters, and dredgers…
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Who Is Rekha Gupta and Why She’s BJP’s Choice for Delhi CM

Who Is Rekha Gupta and Why She’s BJP’s Choice for Delhi CM

Linked with the BJP for over three decades and has steadily risen through the party ranks. In a strategic move, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Rekha Gupta as the new Chief Minister of Delhi. They chose her over prominent contenders. This includes Parvesh Verma, who defeated AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal. Gupta is a first-time MLA and three-time councilor. She has been linked with the BJP for over three decades. She has steadily risen through the party ranks. A Political Veteran with a Fresh Appeal Despite being a first-time MLA, Gupta’s political career spans years of grassroots work. She…
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