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Rajnath Singh launched 'Wings to Our Hopes: Volume II' containing speeches by President Murmu, focusing on 'Viksit Bharat' and India's development goals leading up to 2047.

Rajnath Singh Unveils Speech Book of President Murmu

Rajnath Singh released 'Wings to Our Hopes: Volume II' featuring 51 speeches by President Murmu. This book represents aspirations for a developed India and insights into Murmu's leadership from August 2023 to July 2024.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched 'Wings to Our Hopes: Volume II', featuring President Murmu&rsquo;s speeches from her second year.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled on Monday a curated collection of 51 speeches President Droupadi Murmu delivered during her second year in office, and said it would become a "karma granth" of the 'Viksit Bharat' vision.
The book titled 'Wings to Our Hopes-Volume II', its Hindi version 'Ashaon Ki Udaan-Khand 2' and its e-version were released by Singh at an event held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan complex. It has been compiled by the Rashtrapati Bhavan and published by the Publications Division of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister of State L Murugan were also present on the dais during the event.
In his address, the defence minister said, "This book will become a means to achieve the 2047 goal of making a Viksit Bharat." 'Wings to Our Hopes - Volume II' is a carefully curated collection of 51 speeches, offering a window into the vision, philosophy, and priorities of President Murmu during her second year in office (August 2023- July 2024), the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said in a statement on Sunday.

Delhi's air quality improves with an AQI of 75, marking its cleanest air since last year. A 'yellow' alert for storms is issued as humidity varies. Find out more about these changes and their implications.

Delhi Air Quality Improves, Thunderstorm Alert

Experience the cleanest air in Delhi since last year with an AQI of 75. As the city transitions, a 'yellow' alert warns of thunderstorms. Discover how these developments impact Delhi and its residents.

Delhi's air quality reached a new high with an AQI of 75, the best since last September. The CPCB categorized it within the 'satisfactory' range. Authorities issued a 'yellow' alert for storms.

Delhi recorded its cleanest air since September last year on Friday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining in the "satisfactory" category for a fourth consecutive day and settling at 75.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI was recorded at 75 at 4 pm, marking the cleanest air in the capital since September 28, when it was 67.
The city recorded AQI readings of 89, 80 and 96 on June 19, June 18 and June 17 respectively -- all falling within the "satisfactory" range. On Monday, the air quality was recorded in the "moderate" category, with a reading of 111.
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
A "yellow" alert for thunderstorms and rains has been issued.
Humidity levels fluctuated between 77 per cent in the morning and 66 per cent in the evening.

AAP's Atishi accuses BJP of launching 200 false cases over a decade against AAP leaders, with no financial recovery.

Atishi Accuses BJP of 200 False Cases Against AAP

Atishi slams BJP for allegedly filing over 200 false cases against AAP leaders in a ten-year campaign. Highlights non-recovery of funds, Supreme Court critique, and accuses BJP of diverting from governance issues.

Atishi alleges BJP's decade-long false case campaign against AAP, with no fiscal recovery, highlighting governance issues.

AAP leader Atishi on Friday launched a sharp attack on the BJP government at the Centre and in Delhi, alleging a decade-long political vendetta involving over 200 false cases against party leaders.
Her remarks came as former Delhi chief minister Manish Sisodia appeared before the ACB for questioning in an alleged graft case related to the construction of classrooms in Delhi government schools.
At a press conference, Atishi said, "In the last 10 years, BJP's ED, CBI, IT and Delhi police have filed more than 200 false cases against AAP leaders, but till date not even a single rupee has been recovered." She cited the Supreme Court's remarks calling central investigative agencies "caged parrots" during AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal's bail hearing as proof of political misuse of institutions.
AAP leader Satyendar Jain had also appeared before the agency on June 6 in connection with the same case.
Atishi accused the BJP of using diversion tactics to cover up its failures on the governance front.
"There are long power cuts across Delhi, water shortage in homes while roads remain waterlogged. But instead of solving these issues, the BJP is busy running fake cases to mislead the public," Atishi alleged.
She further charged that the BJP is colluding with the "education mafia" to shut down government schools and promote private institutions.
"They want to shut down Delhi's government schools under the guise of scams that don't exist. Headlines don't prove corruption," she said.
There was no immediate response from the BJP over the allegations.
Hitting out at Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Atishi asked, "Apart from painting mohalla clinics and renaming them health temples, what has she really given to the people of Delhi?"

The southwest monsoon arrives in Delhi by June 22, advancing swiftly across India. It's crucial for agriculture, impacting 42% of the population, following its earliest arrival in Kerala since 2009.

Delhi monsoon expected to arrive June 22

The southwest monsoon progresses rapidly across India, reaching Delhi by June 22, offering much-needed relief and resources vital for agriculture and water supply, following its earliest arrival in Kerala since 2009.

The southwest monsoon is advancing rapidly across India, reaching Delhi by June 22, earlier than its usual date.

The southwest monsoon, which rapidly covered large parts of central, western and eastern India over the last two days, is expected to reach Delhi and some parts of Haryana and Punjab in the next two to three days.
The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) extended-range-model guidance predicts rainfall over large parts of northwest India, including Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, east Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, between June 20 and June 25.
An IMD official confirmed that the system is likely to reach Delhi by June 22, ahead of the normal onset date of June 30.
According to the weather department's extended-range forecast, the primary rain-bearing system will cover the remaining parts of the country in the following week, well ahead of the usual dates.
The primary rain-bearing system reached Kerala on May 24, marking its earliest onset over the Indian mainland since 2009, when it arrived on May 23.
Aided by strong low-pressure systems over the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, monsoon advanced quickly over the next few days, covering parts up to central Maharashtra, including Mumbai, and the entire northeast by May 29.
However, this was followed by a prolonged stagnation of around 18 days, from May 29 to June 16.
The lack of rainfall since early June led to a sharp rise in temperatures, triggering heatwave conditions across large parts of northwest and central India since June 8-9.
Monsoon advanced quickly from June 16 to June 18 due to two low-pressure systems forming on June 17 -- one over West Bengal and the other over Gujarat.
The rain system usually makes its onset over Kerala by June 1, reaches Mumbai by June 11 and covers the entire country by July 8. It starts retreating from northwest India around September 17 and withdraws completely by October 15.
Meteorologists say the date of monsoon onset does not directly correlate with the total seasonal rainfall. An early or delayed arrival in Kerala or Mumbai does not necessarily indicate similar progress in other parts of the country.
They say monsoon is influenced by complex global, regional and local factors, and is marked by significant variability.
In May, the IMD had forecast that India was likely to receive 106 per cent of the long-period average (LPA) rainfall of 87 cm during the June-September monsoon season. Rainfall between 96 per cent and 104 per cent of this 50-year average is considered "normal".
Above-normal rainfall is expected in most parts of the country, except Ladakh, adjoining areas of Himachal Pradesh, the northeast and some parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha.
Some isolated areas in Punjab, Haryana, Kerala and Tamil Nadu may record below-normal rainfall.
Monsoon is crucial for India's agriculture sector, which supports the livelihood of around 42 per cent of the population and contributes 18.2 per cent to the GDP.
It also plays a key role in replenishing the reservoirs essential for drinking water and power generation.

Delhi considers adopting Mumbai's Dharavi model for slum redevelopment, prioritizing safety and organized transitions. CM Gupta highlights the aim to transform 675 clusters without indiscriminate demolitions.

Delhi slum redevelopment to follow Dharavi model

Delhi plans to implement Dharavi model for slum redevelopment, enhancing safety and organized housing transitions. CM Rekha Gupta emphasizes no indiscriminate demolitions. Manish Sisodia attends ACB summons.

Delhi plans to adopt Mumbai's Dharavi model for redeveloping slums. CM Rekha Gupta stresses safety for those near railway lines and clarifies that the aim isn't indiscriminate demolition.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday said the Delhi government is considering studying Mumbai's Dharavi model for slum redevelopment in the national capital.
Gupta also claimed that some people were spreading misinformation regarding the demolition of slum clusters in Delhi.
"If you construct a house near a railway line, the chief minister will not save you. I urge people to think about safety and security. If a railway accident happens or someone dies on the railway track, who will be responsible?" she said.
Gupta asserted that demolishing houses was not her government's aim. "But it should not happen that we keep on giving homes and people do not vacate slums," she added.
The chief minister said her government is likely to study Mumbai's Dharavi model for the redevelopment of 675 slum clusters in the national capital.
The redevelopment of Dharavi, a vast slum sprawl in the heart of Mumbai, will be carried out through a special purpose vehicle set up through a joint venture between the Adani Group and the Maharashtra government.
When asked about the Anti-Corruption Branch summons to former Delhi minister Manish Sisodia in the classroom construction case, she said, "Everyone will have to face the music. Arvind Kejriwal will also have to return from Punjab. We do not want fugitive leaders." Sisodia appeared before the ACB for questioning on Friday.

The EC has revised its voter card delivery to 15 days. New IT systems, real-time tracking, and SMS updates optimize the process while ensuring data security.

EC Reduces Voter Card Delivery Time to 15 Days

With a new SOP, the Election Commission cut voter identity card delivery time to 15 days, enabling real-time tracking and transparent, efficient service.

The EC has reduced the voter card delivery time to 15 days, with real-time tracking, SMS updates, and an efficient IT system, enhancing transparency and data security.

The Election Commission (EC) on Wednesday said voter identity cards will now be delivered to electors within 15 days, virtually halving the time taken.
Till now, it took a little over a month for the Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC) to be delivered to the voters, officials pointed out.
The EC said a new standard operating procedure (SOP) has been introduced to ensure that voter cards are delivered within 15 days of new enrolment of an elector or change in particulars of an existing voter.
The new system will ensure real-time tracking of each stage right from the EPIC generation by the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) till the delivery of the card to the elector through the Department of Posts (DoP), the poll authority said.
The electors will also receive notifications via SMS at each stage, keeping them informed about the status of their EPIC, it noted.
For this purpose, the EC has introduced a dedicated IT module on its recently launched ECINet platform.
The new IT platform will replace the existing process by re-engineering the current system and streamlining the workflow.
The DoP's Application Programme Interface (API) will be integrated with the ECINet for seamless delivery, the EC said.
This initiative aims to enhance service delivery while maintaining data security. In the past four months, the Commission has taken various initiatives for the benefit of electors and other stakeholders.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta endorses Ayurveda, highlighting its absence of side effects. She announces expansive yoga events for International Yoga Day, emphasizing traditional health practices.

Delhi CM Advocates Ayurveda, Yoga Initiatives

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta praises Ayurveda's safety over allopathy. Announces extensive yoga events for International Yoga Day and past admin's neglect criticized. Focus on health through Ayurveda and yoga.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta promotes Ayurveda over allopathy, announcing citywide yoga events for International Yoga Day, reflecting her commitment to traditional health practices.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday said "allopathic medicines", or conventional modern medicine, may sometimes have side effects but Ayurvedic treatments are generally free from them.
Speaking at the inauguration of an Ayurvedic cafe, Soma-The Ayurvedic Kitchen, at a hospital in Shalimar Bagh, Gupta also announced that the Delhi government will organise large-scale yoga programmes at 11 locations across the city on June 21 to mark International Yoga Day.
Food at the cafe will be based on the Ayurvedic diet, an official of the hospital said.
The CM urged people to visit the Maharishi Ayurvedic Hospital to get Ayurvedic treatment. Many foreigners who believe in Ayurveda often come to the hospital for treatment, she said.
Gupta said, "We are fortunate that our saints introduced us to Ayurveda through various scriptures. Today, along with allopathic medicine, we also have access to Ayurveda." The chief minister also remarked that while allopathic medicines may sometimes have side effects, Ayurvedic treatments are generally free from such issues.
Gupta slammed the previous AAP government for not giving importance to yoga. She said she would participate at a yoga event at Yamuna Bank.
"They never gave importance to yoga, as they associated it with Prime Minister Narendra Modi," she said, adding that Modi took yoga to the global stage, and "it is now followed around the world".
"We must all take care of our health. Only when we are healthy can we serve the nation," Gupta added.

Explore Delhi with new AC electric buses offering evening tours from the Prime Minister Museum to the War Memorial. Enjoy guided commentary and a unique travel experience.

New Electric Tourist Bus Tours in Delhi

Delhi launches electric buses for unique evening tours from the Prime Minister Museum to the War Memorial. Experience a guided journey through the city's rich history and landmarks.

Delhi introduces AC electric buses for tourists, starting mid-July for city tours with historical site commentary. Evening routes from the Prime Minister Museum to the War Memorial.

The Delhi government will soon start an AC electric bus service to ferry tourists from Pradhanmantri Sanghrahalya to the War Memorial on an 'evening' tour.
The buses will have a certain coloured design to make them distinct. The city's tourism department plans to start the service by mid-July, said an official.
"We are planning to start evening tours from the Prime Minister Museum to the War Memorial for tourists. Through this, we plan to target foreigners and tourists who come to Delhi. There are plans to hire the new nine-metre electric buses from the DTC," the official said.
Since the museum closes by 6 pm, we will start the tour from there, and then we will proceed to other locations, he said.
"The bus ride will be priced at Rs 500 for adults and Rs 300 for children aged between six and 12. There will be a tourist guide onboard, who will inform the visitors about the significance of the places they are being taken to," the person said.
"We plan to hire the bus from DTC, and we will see what the response is. We plan to use the bus for school picnics in the morning. For that, we plan to collaborate with the Directorate of Education," the official added.
In her budget speech, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had announced that her government will develop a new tourist circuit covering the War Memorial, Kartavya Path, Prime Minister Museum and New Parliament House.
The tourism department had also discussed plans of reviving the Hop-on Hop-off (Ho Ho) buses model that was stalled in 2020 due to the COVID pandemic. However, it was felt that in a place like Delhi, the model is not sustainable.
"Abroad, the Ho-Ho buses are available at regular intervals. But in Delhi, that won't be possible considering the traffic situation.
"There were plans for having targeted tours &mdash; like having a tour of markets, heritage monuments, etc and having different colours of buses for that. But it was felt that people might visit heritage monuments, but won't like visiting malls or markets using the buses," the official added.

Delhi sizzles with minimum temperature at 30.7°C and heat index nearing 52°C; IMD issues red alert with rain and thunderstorms likely.

Delhi under red alert as heatwave persists, thunderstorms expected

Delhi sizzles with minimum temperature at 30.7&deg;C and heat index nearing 52&deg;C; IMD issues red alert with rain and thunderstorms likely.

Delhi woke up to a warm morning on Thursday, with the minimum temperature settling at 30.7 degrees Celsius, 2.7 notches above the season's average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The relative humidity was 67 per cent at 8.30 am.
According to the IMD, the maximum temperature for the day is expected to settle at 44 degrees Celsius. Thunderstorms with rain are likely in the capital on Thursday and Friday.
The IMD has issued a red alert -- the highest-level warning which advises residents to "take action", stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure, and limit outdoor movement, especially during peak afternoon hours -- for Delhi for June 12 and 13.
On Wednesday, the heat index, a measure of how hot it feels when humidity is factored in, touched an alarming 51.9 degrees Celsius in Delhi. Temperatures ranged from 40.9 to 45.0 degrees Celsius across various weather stations.
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 186, in the 'moderate' category, at 9 am on Thursday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

Delhi is set to be flood-proof by 2025, with CM Gupta ensuring extensive measures. Key initiatives include massive desilting and preventive strategies.

Delhi Aims for Flood-Free 2025

Delhi CM Gupta assures enhanced flood prevention by 2025. Emphasizing readiness, her administration has removed substantial silt and implemented strategic measures.

Delhi CM Gupta promises to prevent floods by 2025, highlighting desilting and coordination efforts amid risks from past floods.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday assured residents that the national capital will not experience a flood-like situation in 2025, stating that her government is fully prepared.
Gupta made the announcement at a meeting regarding flood control measures held at the Delhi Secretariat here.
"Delhi government is fully prepared. Two years ago, there were floods in Delhi. The gates of the barrage did not even open at that time. But I can assure you that flood situation will not arise this time. The government and all the departments are fully prepared," she told reporters after the meeting.
Attendees of the meeting included ministers Ashish Sood and Parvesh Verma, as well as BJP MPs Ramvir Singh Bidhuri and Bansuri Swaraj. Officials from various departments, including the Public Works Department (PWD), Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Revenue, Irrigation, and Flood Control, also participated.
"We have carried out desilting work. Almost 20 lakh metric tonne silt has been extracted from the big drains," she added.
According to sources, Gupta directed that no waterlogging situation should arise this time.
Delhi faced one of its worst flood-like scenarios in 2023, with several areas submerged due to heavy rainfall, leading to the evacuation of over 25,000 residents.

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PM Modi says 'opportunistic' INDIA bloc ‘failed to strike chord with voters’, Cong hits back

In a tweet, the Prime Minister hit out at the oppostion bloc calling its leaders, casteist, corrupt and communal.&nbsp;

As exit polls predicted a landslide win for the BJP-led NDA in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, PM Modi posted on X, saying, "The opportunistic INDI Alliance failed to strike a chord with the voters. They are casteist, communal and corrupt. This alliance, aimed to protect a handful of dynasties, failed to present a futuristic vision for the nation. Through the campaign, they only enhanced their expertise on one thing- Modi bashing. Such regressive politics has been rejected by the people."

Congress criticizes US travel advisory on India, highlighting safety concerns, terror threats, and economic impact. They urge Modi's government to address these diplomatic challenges.

Congress Criticizes US Travel Advisory

The US travel advisory on India sparks strong criticism from Congress, highlighting Modi's foreign policy challenges amidst safety and economic concerns.

The US travel advisory on India has drawn criticism from Congress, blaming Modi's foreign policy failures. Concerns over safety, terror threats, and negative impacts on tourism and investment are highlighted.

With the US issuing an advisory for its citizens travelling to India, the Congress on Tuesday claimed that it "maligns" the country and demanded that the government should register its protest as well as take a stern view of this at the highest level.
The opposition party also claimed that the Narendra Modi government's foreign policy has completely "fallen flat".
The US has issued an advisory for its citizens travelling to India, urging "increased caution" due to crime and rape, and advising them not to travel to certain parts of central and eastern parts of the country due to terrorism.
The travel advisory issued last week states that "rape is one of the fastest growing crimes in India" and violent crimes, including sexual assault, happen at tourist sites and other locations. It added that terrorists, who target tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls and government facilities, may attack with little or no warning.
Addressing a press conference at the Congress' Indira Bhawan headquarters here, party spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said the reality is that the US has issued a travel advisory of Level 2 and has advised its women, especially, not to travel alone to India, citing various cases of rapes.
"It also goes on to say that various kinds of crimes, incidents of violence and terror attacks can happen in India. It very categorically mentions that American officials will need permission from the government before their travel to India... This kind of advisory is being issued for India, which will have far-reaching impact on our standing," she said.
"However, nothing of this kind of advisory has been issued for Pakistan, which is a terror country, housing terrorists such as Masood Azhar, Hafiz Saeed, Dawood Ibrahim, etc., they are being provided protection by Pakistan. On the contrary, an advisory is being issued against us while Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir is being invited to enjoy a meal with US President Trump, who has, in turn, hyphenated India and Pakistan," Shrinate said.
She said it is highly objectionable that the Indian prime minister and Pakistan's Army Chief are being hyphenated.
The reality is that in the last 11 years, Prime Minister Modi has spent a disproportionate amount of time pursuing foreign powers, she said.
"From enforceable hugs to 'Howdy Modi', 'Namaste Trump', and 'Ab Ki Baar Trump Sarkaar', to going to the US uninvited. He has done everything possible, and look at what America is doing to us," she said.
"At a time when we need large nations of the world to stand with us, America is issuing travel advisories against us and citing incidents that pertain to the rest of the world. But this really maligns us, and what is the government doing about it? Absolutely nothing. Pin drop silence like always," Shrinate said.
The reality is that Trump has taken credit for the "ceasefire" between India and Pakistan 17 times, she said.
"He (Trump) imposed tariffs on us. He called us an abuser and a fraud. He has put our people in handcuffs and sent them back to India. He is constantly insulting us, and our government chooses to keep quiet. The question arises: what is the cornerstone of our foreign policy? It is to keep India's interest above all," Shrinate said.
"But Mr Modi's foreign policy is to get the right camera angle so that he is shot from the good camera angle wherever he is in the world. Our foreign minister is too busy making reels with laser red eyes. So who do you expect to pursue foreign policy from?" she asked.
Shrinate said she has no qualms in admitting and saying that on one hand, travel advisories are being issued against us but nothing on Pakistan, while "we are completely mute spectators".
"We don't say a word! There are certain aspects which travel advisories have raised which are obviously troublesome, and we should find solutions to them. We should ensure our women are safe, and if every hour, 43 women face a crime against them, then questions will and must be raised," she said.
She claimed the foreign front, the Modi government's foreign policy has completely "fallen flat".
"At a time when we need allies to stand with us, they are issuing travel advisories against us. A travel advisory is very damning, and it impacts the number of tourists that will visit India, the funds generated by tourism, and the level of investments associated with those sectors. So these are very damning advisories. Yet, the Modi government is absolutely silent," she said.
"Therefore, we demand that the Indian government should register its protest and take a stern view of this advisory at the highest level. It is not in good faith, this is not good for our country, and it shows the doublespeak of the US. On one hand you are issuing advisories against us but nothing on Pakistan," Shrinate said.
The US advisory issued on June 16 also tells US citizens not to travel to parts of Central and East India "due to terrorism".
"Maoist extremist groups, or 'Naxalites', are active in a large area of India that spans from eastern Maharashtra and northern Telangana through western West Bengal,&rdquo; the advisory said.
US government employees working in India are required to obtain permission prior to travel to most areas in the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Meghalaya, Odisha. It said permission is not required for the capital of these states.

Delhi's Public Works Department completed a one-day project to fill 3,400 potholes, mobilizing 1,000 workers and 200 vans. This initiative aims to greatly improve city infrastructure before the monsoon.

Delhi PWD Fills 3,400 Potholes in a Day

In an impressive one-day campaign, Delhi's PWD filled 3,400 potholes to enhance safety and road conditions, mobilizing a large workforce and equipment under Minister Parvesh Verma's supervision.

Delhi's PWD launched a major one-day mission to fill 3,400 potholes, with 1,000 workers deployed. Minister Parvesh Verma supervised the project, emphasizing its intent to enhance safety and aesthetics.

The one-day campaign to fill 3,400 potholes began on Tuesday with PWD Minister Parvesh Verma visiting the Chittaranjan Park area in South Delhi to oversee the work.
The Public Works Department (PWD) has pressed around 200 maintenance vans and 1,000 workers and officials into the campaign across the national capital.
"Today a historic initiative has started across Delhi. In a single day, the work of filling 3,400 potholes has started on 1,400 km of PWD roads. This is no ordinary repair, it is an honest attempt to make Delhi safe, beautiful and accessible," said Verma in a post on X in Hindi.
Our team has been in the field since morning pictures are coming from every corner, he added.
Several ministers and the BJP MLAs hailed the government's initiative and posted pictures on social media platforms of pothole repair work going on in their respective constituencies.
"These potholes were damaging the roads for the past several years. Hence, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took this decision that in one day 3,400 potholes will be filled," Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa told reporters.
The PWD earlier identified and geo-tagged all potholes on the 1,400 kilometers of road network under its jurisdiction just before the monsoon.
Around 60 per cent of the potholes had been filled by 12 pm, said officials.

Delhi Chief Minister Gupta announces direct financial aid for 'kanwar' committees, bypassing tender processes. The Delhi government's new approach includes electricity aid, focusing on transparency and efficiency in religious festivities.

Direct Benefit Transfer for Delhi Kanwar Aid

In a bid to maximize transparency, Delhi's CM announces direct financial support to 'kanwar' committees, bypassing traditional tendering, and offers 1,200 units of electricity coverage, ensuring efficient festival operations.

Delhi enhances transparency by directly funding 'kanwar' committees, eliminating tenders. CM Gupta announces electricity support, urges registration by July 30, and plans efficient operations.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced that 'kanwar' committees will receive financial assistance through direct benefit transfer without any tendering process, saying it will eliminate corruption.
Following a cabinet meeting, Gupta announced at a press conference that a committee headed by minister Kapil Mishra will decide on the upper limit of the assistance. The Mukhyamnatri Dharmik Utsav Committee will also have four other MLAs.
She also announced that the Delhi government will also bear the cost of up to 1,200 units of electricity to the 'kanwar' camps.
"We have taken a historic decision. Earlier, tendering was done for putting up tents and only two or three people applied. They got the tender and then sublet the work. Even till last day, tents were not erected and kanwar committees would get into trouble," Gupta said, adding that "crores" would be spent on the exercise.
"Ending all corruption, we have decided that all 'kanwar' committees involved in the process will get direct benefit transfer. There will be no contractor involved and no tendering process," she said at a press conference.
Gupta said the committees that are not registered will have time till July 30 to apply for permission.
"For traffic and security also we will have meetings and we will ensure that people face no problems. Civil defence volunteers will also help in the camps," she said.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta mandates immediate Maulana Azad Medical College hostel renovation, addressing student safety and infrastructure issues, with a focus on improved living conditions and enhanced security.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Orders MAMC Hostel Renovation

Following student concerns, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs immediate renovation of MAMC hostels, focusing on safety and living conditions improvements.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta orders urgent MAMC hostel renovations, addressing previous neglect. Plans for improved security, lighting, and additional accommodation to support student well-being.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday ordered immediate renovation of hostels in the Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) after a meeting with students as she slammed the previous government over the poor state of facilities at the institution.
The discussion with MAMC students at the Delhi Secretariat focused on key concerns such as the dilapidated condition of hostels, campus security, poor lighting, shortage of security personnel, illegal encroachments, and the need to ensure a fear-free environment for students, an official statement said.
Gupta directed all concerned officials to take immediate and concrete measures. Senior officials from the Health Department, Public Works Department (PWD), college administration, and student union representatives were present during the meeting, it said.
Last week, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, along with Gupta and Health Minister Pankaj Singh, chaired a meeting to review the security and other infrastructure in MAMC, Lok Nayak Hospital, GB Pant Hospital, and the Guru Nanak Eye Centre Complex situated in the heart of the national capital.
During the meeting it was found that there were lapses in the security of the students and doctors and there was an acute shortage of accommodation.
Civil infrastructure is in shambles in these hospitals and there is a severe lack of space due to encroachments, officials had informed the LG in the meeting.
Gupta met the doctors on Monday at Delhi Secretariat.
"I am shocked at the irresponsibility of the previous educated governments. It&rsquo;s appalling to see the poor state of such a prestigious institution like Maulana Azad Medical College and the condition of the students studying here," she said.
Students highlighted the poor condition of hostel walls and ceilings, which pose a risk to life and safety, the statement said, adding that the lack of adequate lighting at night inside the campus also makes it unsafe.
Female students particularly raised concerns over the shortage of security guards, insufficient facilities, and an unsafe environment. Encroachments within the campus were also reported as a daily obstacle.
Expressing deep concern over the state of MAMC hostels, Gupta said that the seven hostels built between 1966 and 1990 were designed for only 1,200 students. Currently around 3,200 students are residing there in extremely cramped and substandard conditions with eight beds in a room, shared cupboards and no provision for basic amenities like study tables.
She termed this situation as "gravely concerning" and indicative of the severe negligence and lack of accountability on the part of previous governments.
Gupta directed PWD officials to immediately begin repair and renovation work of the hostels to improve living conditions. She further directed that high-intensity LED street lights be installed across the campus to enhance night-time safety, the statement added.
Additionally, 24x7 CCTV surveillance and increased deployment of security personnel will strengthen overall security. A special drive will be launched to ensure smoother movement and a safer environment within the campus.
She also directed to expedite plan for an additional hostel which has been pending for long time. Gupta directed officials to submit progress reports every 15 days to ensure regular monitoring and accountability.
She also said that she will personally visit the MAMC campus to inspect the situation and engage directly with students. "Students of prestigious institutions like MAMC are our future, and we will extend every possible support to them," Gupta added.

A 23-year-old man was arrested for alleged sexual assault inside a Delhi hospital. The incident occurred at Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital in a ward. The police have registered a case with an ongoing investigation. The accused was identified as Md Faiz.

Man Arrested for Sexual Assault in Delhi Hospital

A 23-year-old man was taken into custody for allegedly sexually assaulting a fellow patient at Delhi's Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital. Identified as Md Faiz, he was arrested on the scene.

A 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly assaulting a female patient in a northeast Delhi government hospital. The incident took place at Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital.

A 23-year-old man was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a patient in the same ward at a government hospital in northeast Delhi on Monday morning, an official said.
The incident was reported at New Usmanpur police station earlier in the day, he said. Following this, a police team was immediately dispatched to the hospital.
"On reaching the spot, it was found that a female patient admitted inside Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital (JPC) was sexually assaulted by another patient admitted in the same ward," a senior police officer said in a statement.
The accused, identified as Md Faiz, a resident of Kachchi Khajuri in Delhi, was arrested on the spot, police said.
A case has been registered under relevant provisions of law at New Usmanpur Police Station, and further investigation is underway.&nbsp;

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