A massive fire at a four-storey building in Delhi's Mundka claimed the lives of 27 people while injuring 12 people. A rescue operation is underway.

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The Delhi High Court has given a split verdict on the issue of criminalization of marital rape. A division bench comprising of two judges, gave conflicting views on plea seeking to criminalize marital rape in India.

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India has reported four heat waves since the beginning of summer and its capital New Delhi is now dealing with a fire that has been raging on for 30 hours now at the Bhalswa landfill in the northern part of the capital. Fire officials are still trying to control the blaze and a thick cloud of smoke has covered the area.

Four heat waves devastate northern India, blaze in New Delhi's Bhalswa landfill worsens

Income tax planning is highly beneficial in India if carried out at the start of financial year. It will help you get the return or interest for the whole year. And give a lot of time to choose and make the right investment in options like life insurance, public provident fund, tax saving schemes, NPS, medical insurance, etc.

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Covid infections are on the rise in India's capital, New Delhi. 325 new infections have been reported on Thursday, the highest single-day jump in cases in the last 40 days. The capital's positivity rate stands at 2.39 percent.

Covid cases rise in India's capital, Delhi's positivity rate climbs to 2.39% in a week

Northern and Western India are grappling with a heatwave this summer. The capital Delhi has seen maximum of 43 degree Celsius temperature. In such times, it is important to keep oneself hydrated at all times and also follow a proper die. Here are 7 food items that you must include in your diet to combat the heat outside.

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In pics: Punjab, Haryana and Delhi sizzle as heatwave hits India

West and Russia have pressurised India to pick sides, but India abstained from UNGA voting. Russia has made it clear that abstentions will be considered unfriendly.

West, Russia pressurise India to pick sides, India continues on path of non-alignment

Heatwave in India: March was 'hottest in 122 years', situation likely to continue

13 million barrels of Russian oil have been imported by India since February. Recently, the US has issued a warning against rising oil imports and is ready to enforce more sanctions against Russia.

US warns against rising oil imports, New Delhi continues to buy Russian oil

British foreign minister is in India to rally support against Russia. The foreign secretary is holding a meeting with India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: UK aims to rally India to support West against Kremlin

The United States is preparing to step up the enforcement of sanctions against Moscow, this is according to senior American officials. A significant increase in Russian oil imports by India could potentially expose New Delhi to a greater risk.

India: New Delhi continues to buy Russian oil,  US may restrict other countries' oil purchase

As heatwave conditions continued to intensify across India, the maximum temperature hit 40 degrees Celsius in various parts of North India.

Temperature shoots past 40 degress celsius in Indian capital, IMD raises concern

Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov is expected to visit India, a visit that comes amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The visit will be the first high-level meeting since the Ukraine invasion.

Ukraine-Russia crisis: Russian foreign minister Lavrov likely to visit India

New Delhi has been ranked as the world's most polluted capital yet again. The report has been released IQAir, a Swiss company which sells air purifiers. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: New Delhi ranked world's most polluted capital

In what can be called a sigh of relief, around 183 Indian citizens, who were stranded in Ukraine, have reached Delhi on Sunday in a special flight. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On Saturday, the flight had departed from Hungary's capital Budapest under ‘Operation Ganga’. It landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport. &nbsp;

The passengers were received by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. He also had a discussion with the students. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, tensions have risen in the region. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On Ukraine crisis, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also chaired a high-level meeting on Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Union Minister for External Affairs S Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary of India Harsh Vardhan Shringla and other top officials attended the meeting. &nbsp;

Under Operation Ganga, over 13,300 people have returned to India so far from war-torn Ukraine, said the Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday. &nbsp;

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Almost all Indians have left Kharkiv city in Ukraine, said the ministry. &nbsp;

Now, the main focus of the government is to evacuate citizens from the Sumy area. It is challenging due to the ongoing violence and lack of transportation. &nbsp;&nbsp;

'Special envoys' have been deployed by the government to five neighbouring countries, who share a border with Ukraine, to coordinate and oversee the evacuation process of Indian nationals. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In what can be called a sigh of relief, around 183 Indian citizens, who were stranded in Ukraine, have reached Delhi on Sunday in a special flight. On Saturday, the flight had departed from Hungary's capital Budapest under ‘Operation Ganga’.

In what can be called a sigh of relief, around 183 Indian citizens, who were stranded in Ukraine, have reached Delhi on Sunday in a special flight. On Saturday, the flight had departed from Hungary's capital Budapest under ‘Operation Ganga’. It landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport. The passengers were received by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. He also had a discussion with the students. Also Read: India pitches with France to become Rafale maintenance hub After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, tensions have risen in the region. On Ukraine crisis, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also chaired a high-level meeting on Saturday. Union Minister for External Affairs S Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary of India Harsh Vardhan Shringla and other top officials attended the meeting. Under Operation Ganga, over 13,300 people have returned to India so far from war-torn Ukraine, said the Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday. Also Read: Ukrainian woman married in Kashmir appeals to Indian PM Modi to ask Russia to end violence Almost all Indians have left Kharkiv city in Ukraine, said the ministry. Now, the main focus of the government is to evacuate citizens from the Sumy area. It is challenging due to the ongoing violence and lack of transportation. 'Special envoys' have been deployed by the government to five neighbouring countries, who share a border with Ukraine, to coordinate and oversee the evacuation process of Indian nationals. (With inputs from agencies)

Sigh of relief: 183 Indian citizens reach Delhi in special flight under Operation Ganga

From now, people in Delhi will not be penalised for not wearing masks while travelling together in their private car.

The order, issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, will take effect on February 28.

Earlier, fines were being imposed for not wearing masks while travelling in the wake COVID-19 pandemic. Only those driving alone were exempted from the rule.

The directive was issued following the Delhi High Court order which termed the rule “absurd” and asked why it was still in force.

The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has also issued an order reducing the fine for not wearing masks or maintaining social distancing&nbsp;from Rs 2,000 (US $26 approx.) to Rs 500 (US $6 approx.).

The order was issued on Saturday based on the decisions taken at the DDMA meeting held on Friday.

The Home Ministry had asked states and Union Territories to consider relaxing Covid curbs for social, sports, entertainment, academic and religious events as well as night curfew hours.

Meanwhile, the Covid cases in the national capital continued its decline with only 440 fresh COVID-19 cases being reported on Friday.

Two deaths have been reported, while the positivity rate stood at 0.83 per cent, according to data shared by the city health department.

With this, the national capital's case count increased to 18,59,054 and the death toll climbed to 26,119, the latest health bulletin stated.

Amid the decline in daily cases of COVID-19 in Delhi, the number of patients under home isolation here has also significantly fallen in the last two weeks.

From now, people in Delhi will not be penalised for not wearing masks while travelling together in their private car. The order, issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, will take effect on February 28.

From now, people in Delhi will not be penalised for not wearing masks while travelling together in their private car. The order, issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, will take effect on February 28. Earlier, fines were being imposed for not wearing masks while travelling in the wake COVID-19 pandemic. Only those driving alone were exempted from the rule. The directive was issued following the Delhi High Court order which termed the rule “absurd” and asked why it was still in force. The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has also issued an order reducing the fine for not wearing masks or maintaining social distancing from Rs 2,000 (US $26 approx.) to Rs 500 (US $6 approx.). The order was issued on Saturday based on the decisions taken at the DDMA meeting held on Friday. The Home Ministry had asked states and Union Territories to consider relaxing Covid curbs for social, sports, entertainment, academic and religious events as well as night curfew hours. Meanwhile, the Covid cases in the national capital continued its decline with only 440 fresh COVID-19 cases being reported on Friday. Two deaths have been reported, while the positivity rate stood at 0.83 per cent, according to data shared by the city health department. With this, the national capital's case count increased to 18,59,054 and the death toll climbed to 26,119, the latest health bulletin stated. Amid the decline in daily cases of COVID-19 in Delhi, the number of patients under home isolation here has also significantly fallen in the last two weeks.

Wearing masks in private car not mandatory in Delhi from Monday

Two brothers from New Delhi are running a charity to save injured birds in the city. From pigeons to raptors, Mariam Wardak tells you how Delhi's avians are threatened by human activities.

South Asia Diary: Delhi brothers turn bird saviours

This week on South Asia Diary with Mariam Wardak: - Afghan ex-cops turn emerald hunters - Start-ups reboot agriculture in Pakistan - Delhi brothers turn bird saviours - Sri Lanka celebrates independence day amid forex crisis - Bangladesh school closure triggers debate

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Indian capital New Delhi recorded its highest rainfall in nearly 122 years. Indian capital received some 88.2 millimeters of rain in the first month of the year. This is the highest rainfall in the capital recorded since 1901.

Indian capital New Delhi receives highest January rainfall

Has India weathered the third wave of covid-19 infections? According to the data, four of the eight major cities appear to have crossed the peak infection rate, using the seven day average, researchers are pointing out that cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai are witnessing a clear decline in the infection rates.

Has India weathered the third wave of covid-19 infections?

India today reported its highest daily tally of Covid-19 cases since September 2021 with over 37,000 people testing positive in the last 24 hours. The country has also recorded over 1,800 Omicron cases and the country has also reported 124 deaths in the past 24 hours.

India reports over 37,000 new Covid-19 cases, weekend curfew imposed in Delhi

People living in north India are reeling under severe cold waves. It's no surprise that the capital recorded its coldest morning on Sunday, the mercury dipped to 3.3 degrees Celsius which has forced authorities to issue a yellow alert.

India's capital Delhi records season's coldest morning with 3.3 degree Celsius

India's capital Delhi records season's coldest morning with 3.3 degree Celsiu

India is currently hosting the third edition of the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi to discuss further strengthening ties with member states with a focus on trade, connectivity and development cooperation. The three-day event will go on till Monday (December 20).

India: Third edition of India-Central Asia Dialogue is underway in Delhi

India will host the third edition of the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi to discuss further strengthening ties with member states with a focus on trade, connectivity and development cooperation. The three-day event will go on till Monday (December 20).

India to host Central Asia Dialogue today; focus on trade, connectivity, Afghan crisis

A special flight with more than 100 people onboard has arrived in New Delhi on Friday.

The flight&nbsp;carried&nbsp;several Afghan Sikhs and Indians, a PTI report said citing people familiar with the matter. &nbsp;

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It seems the group is also looking to bring three Guru Granth Sahibs and some Hindu religious texts from the ancient Asamai Mandir in Kabul. &nbsp;

More than 90 Afghans, who have been stranded in India, may also fly back home along with some medical supplies on the return flight, the sources said. &nbsp;

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The Indian government and the Afghan embassy in Delhi have been coordinating to arrange the flight, the sources added. &nbsp;

Earlier, Puneet Singh Chandhok, president, Indian World Forum, said it is a matter of pride that the "three holy Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji from historical Gurdwaras in Afghanistan and Hindu religious scriptures including Ramayana, Mahabharat and Bhagavad Gita" from ancient 5th Century Asamai Mandir in Kabul are being brought to Delhi. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

A special flight with more than 100 people onboard has arrived in New Delhi on Friday. The flight carried several Afghan Sikhs and Indians, a PTI report said citing people familiar with the matter.

A special flight with more than 100 people onboard has arrived in New Delhi on Friday. The flight carried several Afghan Sikhs and Indians, a PTI report said citing people familiar with the matter. Also Read | Afghanistan's economic collapse is happening 'before our eyes': UN It seems the group is also looking to bring three Guru Granth Sahibs and some Hindu religious texts from the ancient Asamai Mandir in Kabul. More than 90 Afghans, who have been stranded in India, may also fly back home along with some medical supplies on the return flight, the sources said. Also Read: Indian hill city where General Bipin Rawat's chopper crashed mourns, enters voluntary shutdown to pay homage The Indian government and the Afghan embassy in Delhi have been coordinating to arrange the flight, the sources added. Earlier, Puneet Singh Chandhok, president, Indian World Forum, said it is a matter of pride that the "three holy Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji from historical Gurdwaras in Afghanistan and Hindu religious scriptures including Ramayana, Mahabharat and Bhagavad Gita" from ancient 5th Century Asamai Mandir in Kabul are being brought to Delhi. (With inputs from agencies)

Special flight with over 100 people, religious texts arrives in Delhi from Kabul

Indian capital&nbsp;Delhi, on December 5, reported its first-ever case of the new Covid variant Omicron, taking the country's total tally of new strain cases to five.

A Tanzanian returnee who had been admitted to a local hospital is positive for the new variant.

News agency PTI quoting an unnamed official said, "The patient's travel history is being collated and contacts being traced."&nbsp; 
The official further said that 12 samples had been sent to the National Centre for Disease Control. Out of those, one was found carrying the new Covid strain.&nbsp;

The first case was detected from India's western Gujarat state, where a 72-year-old man tested positive. A resident of Zimbabwe, he had returned to Jamnagar city on November 28.

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The second case was reported from the neighbouring Maharashtra state. The person infected by the strain returned from South Africa to Kalyan Dombivali municipal area near Mumbai, Maharashtra state's health department said.&nbsp;

After that two people, including, a 66-year-old South African national and an Indian doctor, tested positive for the new strain in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The foreigner somehow managed to escape from India. However, the doctor is under quarantine at his home.

The WHO has said that Omicron may spread more quickly than any other strain.

India expects the Omicron variant to cause less severe illness, due to rising vaccination rates.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian capital Delhi, on December 5, reported its first-ever case of the new Covid variant Omicron, taking the country's total tally of new strain cases to five.

Indian capital Delhi, on December 5, reported its first-ever case of the new Covid variant Omicron, taking the country's total tally of new strain cases to five. A Tanzanian returnee who had been admitted to a local hospital is positive for the new variant. News agency PTI quoting an unnamed official said, "The patient's travel history is being collated and contacts being traced." The official further said that 12 samples had been sent to the National Centre for Disease Control. Out of those, one was found carrying the new Covid strain. The first case was detected from India's western Gujarat state, where a 72-year-old man tested positive. A resident of Zimbabwe, he had returned to Jamnagar city on November 28. Also read | Omicron: How well-prepared is India to tackle a possible spread of new Covid variant? The second case was reported from the neighbouring Maharashtra state. The person infected by the strain returned from South Africa to Kalyan Dombivali municipal area near Mumbai, Maharashtra state's health department said. After that two people, including, a 66-year-old South African national and an Indian doctor, tested positive for the new strain in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The foreigner somehow managed to escape from India. However, the doctor is under quarantine at his home. The WHO has said that Omicron may spread more quickly than any other strain. India expects the Omicron variant to cause less severe illness, due to rising vaccination rates. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian capital reports first case of Omicron variant, taking country's total to 5

As India's capital Delhi continues to battle pollution that has engulfed the region, in the latest announcement, all schools will remain shut, news agency ANI reported citing Environment Minister Gopal Rai. This comes after the Supreme Court slammed the Capital's government for reopening schools amid increasing air pollution levels.&nbsp;

"All schools in Delhi to be closed from tomorrow till further orders, due to current air pollution levels in the city," said Rai.&nbsp; 
Meanwhile, the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) in the

Indian capital slipped to 368 in the 'very poor' category on Friday morning.&nbsp;

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In a bulletin, SAFAR said, "Local surface winds are relatively low for the next three days that reduce the dispersion of pollutants leading to the deterioration of air quality but within the 'upper end of very poor' category." &nbsp;

An AQI of 350 and 463 were recorded in Gurugram and Noida respectively in the "very poor" and "severe" categories.&nbsp;

Earlier, about 50 per cent of the Delhi government staff was asked to work from home. Private companies were also encouraged to do the same.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

As India's capital Delhi continues to battle pollution that has engulfed the region, in the latest announcement, all schools will remain shut, news agency ANI reported citing Environment Minister Gopal Rai.

As India's capital Delhi continues to battle pollution that has engulfed the region, in the latest announcement, all schools will remain shut, news agency ANI reported citing Environment Minister Gopal Rai. This comes after the Supreme Court slammed the Capital's government for reopening schools amid increasing air pollution levels. "All schools in Delhi to be closed from tomorrow till further orders, due to current air pollution levels in the city," said Rai. Meanwhile, the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) in the Indian capital slipped to 368 in the 'very poor' category on Friday morning. Also read | Pollution: Indian capital’s overall air quality slips to 'very poor' category In a bulletin, SAFAR said, "Local surface winds are relatively low for the next three days that reduce the dispersion of pollutants leading to the deterioration of air quality but within the 'upper end of very poor' category." An AQI of 350 and 463 were recorded in Gurugram and Noida respectively in the "very poor" and "severe" categories. Earlier, about 50 per cent of the Delhi government staff was asked to work from home. Private companies were also encouraged to do the same. (With inputs from agencies)

As India's capital continues to battle pollution, schools closed again till further notice

More than 20 million people continue to breathe toxic air in the Indian capital Delhi. Pollution levels in the capital rose yet again after a minor respite on Monday. Well, the AQI for now in the capital is well above 300, a point after which air becomes hazardous to breathe.

India: Delhi pollution crisis threatens lives of residents, AQI remains severe

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