BRICS SUMMIT 2026: Delhi is gearing up to host foreign leaders at Bharat Mandapam on September 12 and 13, but the summit is expected to bring major traffic restrictions across the capital.

Delhi Traffic Police have begun rehearsals for foreign leaders and their motorcades, with restrictions covering more than 35 roads and 22 diversion points. Commuters in central, south and southwest Delhi could face diversions, temporary road closures and longer travel times.

Major routes including Sardar Patel Marg, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Mathura Road, Lodhi Road and Africa Avenue are among those affected by the traffic plan. The biggest disruption is expected as foreign leaders and delegations begin arriving around September 10, with restrictions potentially continuing until their departure around September 14.

Adding to the challenge, heavy rain has already caused waterlogging in parts of Delhi, including areas near Indira Gandhi International Airport, while further rain and thunderstorms are forecast around the summit period.

BRICS SUMMIT 2026 | Delhi Traffic Restrictions Begin Ahead Of Foreign Leaders’ Arrival

A 19-year-old nursing student was found dead inside her hostel room in Rajendra Nagar, central Delhi, on Friday, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

The student was reportedly in her third year of BSc Nursing and was also part of the nursing staff at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. She was a resident of Najafgarh in southwest Delhi.

According to police, a preliminary inquiry suggested that the student may have died by suicide. No suicide note has been recovered so far. Police were informed by the hospital on August 21 and reached the hostel to begin their investigation.

Delhi Nursing Student Found Dead In Hostel Room | Police Probe Underway

India’s youth-led protest movement at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi continues to gain momentum as supporters from across the country show solidarity in unique ways. Food delivery riders are arriving regularly at the protest site carrying burgers, snacks, bottled water and essential supplies ordered by people supporting the demonstration. Volunteers collect and distribute these deliveries to protesters who have been staying at the site around the clock. Supporters have also sent daily necessities including masks, mats, brooms, fans and other items to help protesters. Organizers said the response has been overwhelming and requested people to stop sending food as enough supplies have already been received.

Jantar Mantar Protest: Nationwide support grows as youth demand education reforms | NEET Paper Leak

On Thursday morning, Delhi's Covid-19 case count was at 70,390. Mumbai had 69,528 cases.

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Petrol price on Monday was hiked by 33 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise to take retail rates to record high as the oil companies increased prices for the 16th day in a row.

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During social media monitoring, it was noticed that one Instagram group by the name "Bois Locker Room" was being used by the participants to share obscene messages and morphed pictures.

Boys Locker room Misogyny exposed; shames under-age girls

Boys locker room misogyny exposed: shames under-age girls