Telegram Ban Before NEET Re-Test Sparks Exam Security Debate Telegram’s temporary restriction ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-test has opened a wider debate on exam security, fake paper leak claims, platform accountability, and digital rights. Telegram Ban Before NEET Re-Test Sparks Exam Security Debate The temporary ban on Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-test has triggered a wider debate over exam security, fake paper l

Delhi Couple Ends 5-Year Divorce Fight After Emotional Courtroom Reunion A five-year divorce battle between a Delhi couple came to an unexpected end after an emotional moment inside a courtroom turned a hearing for separation into a reunion. According to reports, Shikha and Saurabh had been involved in a long legal fight after their marriage, which began in 2020, ran into dispute

Delhi remained on alert on June 12, 2026, after heavy rain and stormy conditions affected several parts of the national capital. The India Meteorological Department warned that Delhi could see thunderstorms, lightning, light to moderate rainfall and strong gusty winds through the day as unstable weather continued over northwest India. Officials said strong thunderstorms may bring wind speeds of 70 to 90 kmph in some areas, while gusts coul

A major fire at a residential building in southeast Delhi’s Tughlakabad area claimed three lives and left two people in critical condition early Friday, June 12, 2026, officials said. The fire was reported around 2.30 am from Gali No. 1, where flames broke out in the parking area on the ground floor of a multi-storey building. The building had a ground floor and five upper storeys. Officials said thick smoke quickly moved through the sta

Congress To Review Political Strategy As TMC Turmoil Adds Pressure On Opposition Bloc Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has called an urgent meeting of senior party leaders in New Delhi as the opposition camp faces fresh political uncertainty. The meeting comes soon after key INDIA bloc interactions involving Mamata Banerjee, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Abhishek Banerjee. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has convened a

INDIA Bloc Plans Regular Meetings After Key Delhi Huddle The INDIA bloc has decided to meet more often after its Delhi meeting, even as DMK and AAP stayed away from the opposition huddle. The INDIA bloc used its Delhi meeting to send a message of renewed coordination after recent political setbacks and internal differences. According to post-meeting updates, 25 parties took part in the opposition huddle, while DMK and AAP skipped the event. The absence o

In the wake of the Malviya Nagar B&B fire in South Delhi that claimed 21 lives and injured numerous guests, the Delhi government has initiated a citywide inspection drive targeting bed-and-breakfasts, guest houses, and other high-risk properties. The move aims to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, building codes, and occupancy limits, preventing similar tragedies in the future. A multi-agency joint committee including officials from the district administration, Muni

Delhi B&B Fire Tragedy Puts Safety Rules Under Scanner A deadly fire at a Malviya Nagar B&B has triggered a major safety crackdown in Delhi, with officials focusing on fire NOC and building violations. 21 Dead In Delhi B&B Fire Delhi’s Malviya Nagar fire tragedy has put hotel and B&B safety rules back in focus after at least 21 people died in a major

Historic First For St Stephen’s St Stephen’s College, one of Delhi University’s most recognised institutions, is set to appoint Professor Susan Elias as its first woman principal in its 145-year history. She is expected to take charge from June 1 and will become the 14th principal of the college. Her appointment is being seen as a major milestone for gender representation in leadership roles at top In

Commercial LPG Price Hike Hits Delhi Businesses The price of a 19kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has been increased by ₹42, taking the new rate to ₹3,113.50 from ₹3,071.50. The revised price is effective from June 1 and will mainly affect hotels, restaurants, caterers, cloud kitchens, bakeries, tea stalls and other businesses that use commercial cooking gas every day. Reuters reported that Indian Oil raised the 19kg LPG cylinder price for industrial and co

Supreme Court Clears Vinesh Phogat For Wrestling Trials   Vinesh Phogat Cleared For Trials The Supreme Court has allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials scheduled for May 30 and 31. The relief came during the hearing of a plea filed by the Wrestling Federation of India against the Delhi High Court order that had earlier permit

Team Udaan’s sugarcane waste sanitary pads offer a low-cost and eco-friendly period care solution Delhi Students Develop Eco-Friendly Period Pads Ahead of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, Delhi-based all-girls student innovation group Team Udaan has created reusable sanitary pads from sugarcane waste. Led by Anupriya Nayak, the team used sugarcane bagasse, the dry fibrous material left after juice extraction, to build a low-cost m

Old Delhi Redevelopment Plan Still Waiting For Action Updated on May 26, 2026: The long-pending Old Delhi redevelopment plan has made little progress nearly four months after Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took charge as chairperson of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation on February 3, 2026. The move was announced as a major step to revive Shahjahanabad, the Walled City, and improve heritage conservation, tourism facilities and civic infrastructure around

Delhi Gymkhana Club Seeks Clarity After Safdarjung Road Vacate Notice   Delhi Gymkhana Club Seeks Relocation Clarity Delhi Gymkhana Club has asked the Centre to ensure that its services are not disrupted after it was directed to vacate its 27.3-acre premises on Safdarjung Road by June 5, 2026. The club has written to the Land and Development Officer under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead an important Council of Ministers meeting at Seva Teerth in Delhi at 4 pm on Thursday. All Union ministers, including Cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge, and ministers of state, have been requested to stay in the capital to ensure full attendance. This meeting follows PM Modi’s foreign tour and is expected to focus on governance priorities, regional geopolitical issues, and potential political developments within the governme