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Lessons from Beijing and Bangkok: Do cloud seeding experiments really work?
India | Oct 24, 2025, 02:22 PM ISTCloud seeding is a weather modification technique designed to increase rainfall or snowfall by stimulating the formation of precipitation within clouds. This is achieved by introducing cloud condensation nuclei (CCN) or ice nuclei, which encourage the growth of raindrops or snowflakes.
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Delhi govt begins Rs 5 crore Munak Canal desilting drive to pave way for riverfront development
Delhi | Sep 25, 2025, 11:12 AM ISTThe Delhi government has launched a Rs 5.06 crore cleaning and desilting drive along a 25 km stretch of the Munak Canal to prepare for a riverfront corridor and an elevated road project. Nearly 48,782 metric tonnes of waste will be removed in three months.
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Delhi govt extends loudspeaker deadline amid festive season; check revised timings
Delhi | Sep 22, 2025, 09:26 PM ISTThe UT government’s decision in this regard has been announced by Manjinder Singh Sirsa. He also thanked Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for the decision.
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Delhi govt considers lowering legal age for drinking beer from 25 to 21, here's why
Delhi | Sep 12, 2025, 11:39 AM ISTThe Committee headed by Public Works Department (PWD) minister Parvesh Verma is currently taking feedback from various groups of stakeholders. In all the neighbouring NCR cities, including Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad, the legal drinking age is 21 years.
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Delhi govt orders installation of anti-smog guns in high-rises by THIS date: All you need to know
Delhi | Sep 12, 2025, 08:44 AM ISTAccording to the public notice by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), all commercial complexes, shopping malls, hotels, office buildings, educational institutions, and other high-rise structures with a built-up area exceeding 3,000 square metres are required to deploy anti-smog guns.
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Rekha Gupta attacked: Accused slapped Delhi CM, tried to pull her hair | What we know so far
India | Aug 20, 2025, 10:47 AM ISTDelhi CM attacked: According to the Delhi BJP, the man attacked her while handing her papers. Delhi Police have arrested the accused and further investigation is underway.
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Delhi women can now work in night shifts as government announces major policy shift | DETAILS
World | Jul 29, 2025, 08:26 PM ISTThe Delhi government has directed the Labour Department to make the necessary legal amendments to allow women to work night shifts, but only with their consent.
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Delhi govt to launch innovation competition to cut truck pollution with prize money up to Rs 50 lakh
Delhi | Jul 23, 2025, 06:39 AM ISTDelhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the challenge will also involve finding solutions to reduce emissions from BS-IV compliant vehicles. From November 1, only BS-VI (Bharat Stage 6), CNG or EV commercial vehicles will be allowed to enter the city.
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Delhi government hikes cash award for Olympic winners, medallists to get jobs
Other Sports | Jul 22, 2025, 04:35 PM ISTDelhi government has decided to hike the cash award for the Olympic winners from the state. A gold medallist will get Rs 7 crore while silver and bronze medal winners will take home Rs 5 and 3 crore respectively. Moreover, the winners will also get Group A and B jobs.
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Dengue alert in Delhi: CM Rekha Gupta holds review meeting, orders early fogging drive across city
Delhi | Jul 16, 2025, 08:39 PM ISTTeams from various departments have sprung into action to prevent and control vector-borne diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said.
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Renovation plans for CM Rekha Gupta's residence shelved as Delhi govt cancels tender
India | Jul 09, 2025, 08:12 PM ISTDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was allotted two bungalows on the Raj Niwas Marg in Civil Lines. A tender valued at Rs 60 lakh was released by the Public Works Department for the renovation of the two bungalows, one of which is meant to serve as the CM's camp office.
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Delhi government to enhance security at Saket Court with over 200 CCTV cameras
Delhi | Jul 04, 2025, 03:50 PM ISTDelhi: The project will also see the integration of the existing CCTV cameras with the newly proposed IP-based surveillance system. Officials from the Public Works Department stated that a tender has already been floated for the initiative.
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Delhi govt withdraws fuel ban on old vehicles, no more seizures at petrol pumps
Delhi | Jul 04, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTThe Delhi government has withdrawn its fuel ban on 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles just two days after implementation, allowing them to refuel again. The rollback follows public backlash, with officials now promising more balanced pollution control measures.
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Delhi govt extends existing liquor licensing regime for FY 2025–26 | Check renewal terms
Delhi | Jun 27, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTChief Minister Rekha Gupta has instructed officials to draft a new excise policy by June 30 (Monday), emphasising the need for a transparent and efficient liquor distribution system that upholds quality standards while enhancing state revenue.
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Delhi Women's pension scheme: Govt survey finds over 25,000 fraudulently availing Rs 2,500 aid
Delhi | Apr 24, 2025, 09:13 AM ISTThe scheme, which provides a monthly pension of Rs 2,500 to women in distress, such as widowed, divorced, separated, or destitute individuals, currently covers approximately 3.8 lakh beneficiaries.
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Delhi govt launches over 1,100 water tankers fitted with location tracking system to boost supply
Delhi | Apr 20, 2025, 01:19 PM ISTThe GPS-enabled tracking system for water tankers will allow their real-time location to be monitored on an IT dashboard at the Delhi Jal Board headquarters.
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Delhi to add 250 new electric buses to DTC fleet from April 22, CM Rekha Gupta to flag off
Delhi | Apr 18, 2025, 10:37 AM ISTAs per the information, all the new buses joining the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) fleet are air-conditioned in order to provide comfort and sustainability for daily commuters. Among the 250 vehicles, more than 150 will be mini electric buses.
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Delhi govt increases minimum wages of all workers | Check revised salary here
Delhi | Apr 15, 2025, 07:56 PM ISTThe government says that this increase has been made keeping in mind inflation, which will provide financial relief to the workers.
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Parvesh Verma orders inquiry into construction of govt-run schools after leakage complaints
Delhi | Apr 11, 2025, 01:58 PM ISTThe development came after Verma was on an inspection visit to Palam where the local residents complained about waterlogging in the area and a government school principal highlighted the problem of leakage in classrooms.
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Delhi 2020 riots: Court stays probe against Minister Kapil Mishra till April 21
Delhi | Apr 09, 2025, 06:15 PM ISTDelhi law Minister Kapil Mishra on Wednesday moved a petition against the further investigation order in connection to the 2020 North East Delhi riots case.