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A Delhi biker dies in a suspected pothole accident, raising road safety concerns and sparking a jurisdictional dispute over repairs. Authorities continue investigations.

Delhi Biker Dies; Pothole Blamed for Fatal Crash

A biker in Delhi dies in a suspected pothole-related incident, leading to road safety concerns and jurisdictional disputes over road repairs.

Tragedy in Delhi: Biker dies in suspected pothole accident

A motorcyclist in Delhi died after a suspected pothole-related accident, sparking a dispute over road repair responsibilities and raising road safety concerns.

In a tragic incident in south Delhi's Tigri area, 37-year-old Rashid Khan, a motorcyclist, succumbed to a fatal head injury, possibly sustained while trying to avoid a pothole.
Despite having a helmet, police report that Khan was not wearing it at the time of the accident, carrying it in his hand instead.
The mishap occurred near Sangam Vihar, where Khan was found lying with a severe head wound adjacent to his bike and helmet. He was promptly transported to the AIIMS trauma centre but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
The injury was described as a four-inch long and 1.5-inch deep gash.
Investigations are currently underway to determine whether Khan&rsquo;s death resulted from a fall caused by the pothole or if a hit-and-run might have been involved.
The absence of CCTV coverage in the area complicates the inquiry. Preliminary assessments suggest that Khan was traveling at speed without his helmet secured, lost control, and fell into a sewage-filled, six-inch-deep pothole.
Authorities are also exploring the possibility that the fatal incident may have involved another vehicle, potentially implicating rash driving as a contributing factor. The precise cause of death will be ascertained following an autopsy.
This unfortunate event has sparked a jurisdictional dispute between the Public Works Department (PWD) and the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) regarding responsibility for repairing the hazardous road.
A PWD official noted previous communications with DMRC urging road repairs, yet conditions remained perilous. Recently, PWD engineers were directed to undertake repairs and charge expenses to DMRC.
Conversely, a DMRC spokesperson asserted that the location of the accident falls beyond their jurisdiction, maintaining there is no obligation for them to address the issue.
Rashid Khan, who lived with his mother, worked at a private firm with a monthly income of approximately Rs 25,000. His family has voiced suspicions of foul play, suggesting potential murder due to alleged threats Khan had received. Additionally, they noted Khan rarely traveled on the route where the incident occurred.
This developing story raises critical questions about road safety and jurisdictional accountability in urban infrastructure maintenance. Authorities continue to investigate all angles of this tragic case.

Cleaning the Yamuna was one of the key promises made by the BJP for the recently-concluded Delhi Assembly polls.

Delhi's Major Yamuna River Clean-Up

Delhi boosts Yamuna River revival: 1,300 Tonnes of waste cleared

Cleaning the Yamuna was one of the key promises made by the BJP for the recently-concluded Delhi Assembly polls.

Delhi Minister of Irrigation and Flood Control Parvesh Verma inspected the Yamuna by boat on Wednesday and said 1,300 tonnes of garbage have been removed from the river in the past 10 days.
Cleaning the Yamuna was one of the key promises made by the BJP for the recently-concluded Delhi Assembly polls.
"In 2023, Delhi faced a flood. Previously, all the floodgates were closed, but now they have been repaired and raised to prevent future flooding," Mr Verma said.
"Our biggest commitment is to completely clean and restore the Yamuna. As of now, 1,300 metric tonnes of garbage have been removed in the last 10 days. The Delhi Development Authority will restore the riverbed and encroachments are being removed," the minister said.
He also said sewage treatment plants (STPs) will be installed for the 18 major drains that discharge effluents into the river.
"Complaints will be addressed, new STPs will be set up and the capacity of existing ones will be increased. All STPs are expected to be installed within two years," Mr Verma said.
He claimed that in the past decade, no significant work had been done to clean the river, "not even on paper".
"It never even occurred to the previous government to work for the Yamuna. But now, not only the Delhi government but the PMO itself is involved," Mr Verma added.&nbsp;

AAP MLAs, including Leader of Opposition Atishi, were denied entry into the Delhi Vidhan Sabha premises after their suspension. Atishi condemned the move as unconstitutional, while BJP defended the Speaker’s decision.

Atishi alleges AAP MLAs barred from entering Delhi Vidhan Sabha premises on Speaker’s orders

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Assembly Leader of Opposition, Atishi, on Thursday, accused the police of preventing AAP MLAs from entering the Delhi Vidhan Sabha premises on the instructions of the Speaker.
"Police officers are saying that AAP MLAs are banned from the Delhi Assembly premises. They are saying that they have orders from the Speaker to stop the AAP MLAs at the gate. It has never happened in the entire parliamentary history of the country&hellip;,&rdquo; Atishi told reporters.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi Assembly LoP and AAP leader Atishi says, "Police officers are saying that AAP MLAs are banned from the Delhi Assembly premises. They are saying that they have orders from the speaker to stop the AAP MLAs at the gate. It has never happened in the entire&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/da6M1YvtzG">pic.twitter.com/da6M1YvtzG</a>
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Calling the move "unprecedented," Atishi questioned the Speaker&rsquo;s decision to bar elected representatives from entering the Assembly complex.&nbsp;
"They are saying that the Speaker has ordered that your MLA should be stopped at the gate of Delhi Vidhan Sabha. They have been removed for a three-day sitting as per the orders. But never in the history of the Delhi Vidhan Sabha, or even the Parliament of the country, has an elected representative been denied entry in such a manner," she said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi Assembly LoP and AAP leader Atishi outside the Assembly premises; she alleges that Police are not letting AAP MLAs into Assembly premises on the order of the Speaker <a href="https://t.co/XJnNIAbk91">pic.twitter.com/XJnNIAbk91</a>
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She further criticized the deployment of police to enforce the restriction. "If an MLA is suspended, their entry into the House is restricted. However, stopping them 50 meters away from the gate using police barricades is unheard of in the history of any legislative body in the country," she remarked. Despite the suspension, she asserted that AAP would continue to fight back.
Meanwhile, BJP leaders defended the Speaker&rsquo;s decision. BJP MLA Satish Upadhyay stated, "The House will run by law. If they (the opposition) create ruckus and anarchy there (in the House), then the Speaker will take a decision. The decision taken by the Speaker is final." MLA Ravindra Singh Negi accused AAP of disregarding constitutional norms, saying, "You (opposition) are roaming around with the picture of Baba Saheb Ambedkar, but you should follow the Constitution as told by him... They (AAP) think that they are still in power, but they should remember that they are out of power now."&nbsp;
Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma also criticized AAP MLAs, stating, "They (AAP) MLAs cannot raise slogans when the LG is addressing the House. If they break the laws like this, it is not good."
The controversy erupted as tensions between AAP and the BJP-led Delhi government escalated. On Tuesday, Speaker Vijender Gupta suspended 12 AAP MLAs, including Atishi and Gopal Rai, ahead of the tabling of the CAG report.
Following their denied entry, Atishi and other suspended AAP MLAs staged a protest outside the Assembly, holding 'Jai Bhim' placards. She labeled the move "undemocratic and unconstitutional," questioning why suspended legislators were being barred from even entering the premises.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Assembly LoP and AAP leader Atishi says, "Police officers are saying that we (AAP MLAs) are suspended from the assembly, so we will not even be allowed to enter the assembly premises. This is undemocratic and unconstitutional... To date, this has never happened in&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/FeZ1xpPohT">pic.twitter.com/FeZ1xpPohT</a>
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Speaking to ANI, Atishi said, "Police officers are saying that we (AAP MLAs) are suspended from the assembly, so we will not even be allowed to enter the assembly premises. This is undemocratic and unconstitutional... To date, this has never happened in the history of the country... Even in Parliament, there are protests under the Gandhi statue even after being suspended... After all, how can we be stopped? We tried to talk to the Speaker but nothing was happening."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi assembly LoP and AAP leader Atishi, along with other leaders of the party stages a protest outside assembly premises with placards of 'Jai Bhim' <a href="https://t.co/aEjqjP7sI1">pic.twitter.com/aEjqjP7sI1</a>
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She cited examples from other legislative bodies to argue against the move. "If you see Delhi Legislative Assembly, Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly, elected legislators are never stopped. Even when suspended in Parliament, an elected parliamentarian is never stopped. Therefore, protests often take place in Parliament even after being suspended under the Gandhi statue. Often even in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, when the Bharatiya Janata Party was in opposition, they used to protest under the statue of Gandhi ji under the statue of Ambedkar."
Reaffirming her stance, she added, "We are suspended from the House. Being suspended from the House does not mean that we are suspended from the Assembly premises. We are elected legislators. We have the right to go to the Assembly premises. How are we being prevented from going to the Assembly premises?"
The situation remains tense as AAP continues to protest against the suspension and entry restrictions, accusing the BJP-led government of undermining democratic principles.

The initiative allows homeowners to settle their house tax dues for 2024-25 with an added benefit of having all previous pending taxes written off.

Delhi MCD Launches House-Tax Waiver Scheme

MCD introduces innovative tax waiver scheme to reduce burden

The initiative allows homeowners to settle their house tax dues for 2024-25 with an added benefit of having all previous pending taxes written off.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has unveiled a groundbreaking house-tax waiver scheme that aims to alleviate financial burdens on residents while addressing corruption issues in tax collection.
The initiative allows homeowners to settle their house tax dues for 2024-25 with an added benefit of having all previous pending taxes written off.
The announcement came during a press conference attended by MCD Mayor Mahesh Khichi, Deputy Mayor Ravinder Bhardwaj, Leader of the House Mukesh Goel, and senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh.
This proposal by the AAP-led civic body is geared towards easing the economic strain on citizens and is anticipated to pass in the MCD House shortly.
The scheme provides significant relief: properties up to 100 square yards, including residential shops, are exempt from house tax starting next financial year.
Properties between 100 and 500 square yards will benefit from a 50% waiver, while 1,300 housing societies will receive a 25% rebate for the first time.
At the press conference, Mayor Khichi emphasized AAP's commitment to delivering its promises, highlighting the scheme as a measure to reduce the financial load on homeowners.
He also noted the MCD's efforts to regularize 12,000 contractual staff, complementing the 8,000 workers who achieved permanent status over the past two years.
The tax-waiver initiative is designed not only to relieve households but also to enhance transparency in tax collection, curtailing corrupt practices. Sanjay Singh reiterated AAP's dedication to public welfare, describing the scheme as pivotal in fulfilling this commitment.
Singh specifically underscored the historic nature of extending a 25% rebate to 1,300 housing apartments, which marks a first in Delhi&rsquo;s history and promises considerable relief to many families.
Durgesh Pathak, AAP's MCD in-charge, highlighted the end of corrupt practices in tax collection, citing past instances where house tax was leveraged for extracting bribes, subsequently affecting MCD's revenue. He also pointed to the improvements in financial management under AAP, which ensured timely payment of MCD employee salaries- a stark change from previous administrations.

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta suspended 12 AAP MLAs, including Atishi, for raising slogans during the Lieutenant Governor’s address. AAP protested against the alleged removal of Ambedkar’s portrait.

BJP, AAP spar in Delhi Assembly over Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh portraits; 12 AAP MLAs suspended

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta suspended 12 AAP MLAs, including Atishi, for raising slogans during the Lieutenant Governor&rsquo;s address. AAP protested against the alleged removal of Ambedkar&rsquo;s portrait.

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta suspended 12 AAP MLAs, including Leader of Opposition Atishi, from the House for the day for raising slogans during Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena's address on Tuesday.&nbsp;
Among the AAP MLAs suspended were Atishi, Gopal Rai, Veer Singh Dhingan, Mukesh Ahlawat, Chaudhary Zubair Ahmed, Anil Jha, Vishesh Ravi and Jarnail Singh. Atishi alleged that the BJP had disrespected BR Ambedkar by removing his portrait from the chief minister's office.&nbsp;
"The BJP has shown its true colours by removing Babasaheb Ambedkar's portrait. Does it believe Modi can replace Babasaheb?" she said at a press conference. \
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | Former CM and Delhi LoP Atishi says, "The BJP has replaced Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar's photo with that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Chief Minister's office in the Delhi Secretariat and Assembly, as well as in the offices of all ministers in the Delhi&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/QhPl0Kz8eo">pic.twitter.com/QhPl0Kz8eo</a>
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She alleged that the BJP dispensation had removed Ambedkar's portraits from the chief minister's office in both the Delhi Secretariat and the assembly.
The suspended AAP lawmakers later held a protest on the assembly premises with Ambedkar portraits, raising "Babasaheb ka ye apmaan nahi sahega Hindustan (India will not tolerate this insult to Babasaheb)" and "Jai Bhim" slogans.&nbsp;
Commenting on the AAP MLAs' suspension, Delhi minister Ravinder Indraj Singh said, "This is not a protest. These AAP leaders are scared&hellip; They are trying to create unrest in the assembly instead of resigning. They are trying to hide something."&nbsp;
Singh's Cabinet colleague Ashish Sood alleged that AAP was attempting to divert attention from corruption during its term in office. "Whenever AAP tries to create a ruckus, it is to cover up its corruption. The CAG (Comptroller and Auditor General) report will expose its wrongdoings."&nbsp;
On Monday, AAP alleged that portraits of Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh were removed from Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's office. However, the BJP accused AAP of trying to distract people from the CAG reports to be tabled in the assembly.&nbsp;
The BJP shared photographs of the chief minister's office, saying, "The portraits of Mahatma Gandhi, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, the president, and the prime minister are displayed in the offices of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and other ministers."

Delhi CM Gupta pushes for the ₹2,500 aid scheme for women, facing AAP criticism over delays. The initiative seeks to aid economically disadvantaged women amid controversial budget issues.

Delhi Launches Women's Aid Scheme Amid Criticism

Delhi Initiates Women's Financial Aid Amid Controversy

Delhi CM Gupta pushes for the ₹2,500 aid scheme for women, facing AAP criticism over delays. The initiative seeks to aid economically disadvantaged women amid controversial budget issues.

In a recent press briefing, Delhi's new Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, emphasized that despite inheriting an allegedly depleted public exchequer from the former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) administration, her government remains committed to launching the ₹2,500 monthly financial support scheme for women, as promised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
This initiative, known as the 'Mahila Samriddhi Yojana', was a key feature of the BJP's election manifesto and targets women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
It also includes a one-time payment of ₹21,000 for pregnant women. Gupta stated that the government would pursue this program diligently, detailing plans for its implementation.
Gupta also noted upcoming legislative activities, including the swearing-in of all Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker.
Meanwhile, pro tem speakers are set to be sworn in by the lieutenant governor.
Addressing the delay in the scheme's roll-out, former Chief Minister Atishi of the AAP expressed concerns.
In a written appeal to Gupta, she requested a meeting with the AAP legislative delegation to discuss the progress of the initiative, spotlighting the delay in approval from the first cabinet meeting, which took place on February 20.
Atishi contended that the delay undermines confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's promises made during the election campaign.
Gesturing towards alleged discrepancies in BJP's fulfillment of campaign promises, she criticized Gupta for what she termed as the exposure of Modi's "false claims."
Pointing to prior assurances by Prime Minister Modi, including statements from BJP President JP Nadda about scheme approval timelines, Atishi questioned the authenticity of these commitments. She referred to Modi's assurance that the financial support would be disbursed by March 8 and challenged Gupta to uphold this commitment, thereby avoiding further disillusionment among Delhi's women.
The political dynamics surrounding the scheme continue to unfold as stakeholders await concrete steps from the new administration.

Rekha Gupta takes oath as Delhi's chief minister in a grand ceremony at Ramlila Maidan. With BJP securing a historic mandate, she vows to tackle corruption and prioritize women empowerment while fulfilling the party's promises.

Rekha Gupta sworn in as the new Delhi chief minister

Rekha Gupta takes oath as Delhi's chief minister in a grand ceremony at Ramlila Maidan. With BJP securing a historic mandate, she vows to tackle corruption and prioritize women empowerment while fulfilling the party's promises.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Rekha Gupta was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Delhi on Thursday in a grand ceremony at Ramlila Maidan.&nbsp;
Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena administered the oath of office to Rekha Gupta and her council of ministers. Alongside her, six other ministers&mdash;Parvesh Sahib Singh, Ashish Sood, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Ravinder Indraj Singh, Kapil Mishra, and Pankaj Kumar Singh&mdash;also took the oath.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | BJP's first-time MLA Rekha Gupta takes oath as the Chief Minister of Delhi. Lt Governor VK Saxena administers her oath of office. With this, Delhi gets its fourth woman CM, after BJP's Sushma Swaraj, Congress' Sheila Dikshit, and AAP's Atishi. <a href="https://t.co/bU69pyvD7Y">pic.twitter.com/bU69pyvD7Y</a>
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The swearing-in ceremony was attended by BJP&rsquo;s top leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister JP Nadda, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Several union ministers and chief ministers from neighboring states were also present, including Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha, Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.
Having worked in various organizational capacities and served as a councillor, Rekha Gupta is well-versed in the issues affecting Delhi. With the BJP&rsquo;s manifesto promising a range of reforms, she is expected to take an active, hands-on approach from the outset. She now becomes the fourth woman to hold the office of Chief Minister in Delhi, following leaders from the BJP, Congress, and Aam Aadmi Party.
Rekha Gupta, an elected MLA from the Shalimar Bagh constituency, has played a key role in BJP&rsquo;s women&rsquo;s wing, serving as the general secretary of the Delhi BJP Mahila Morcha and a member of its national executive committee. In these roles, she spearheaded multiple initiatives for the upliftment of marginalized communities and women.
Her political journey began with the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), a student organization affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). A graduate of Delhi University&rsquo;s Daulat Ram College, she served as the President of the Delhi University Students&rsquo; Union (DUSU) in 1996-97, actively voicing student concerns.&nbsp;
Later, as a councillor from North Pitampura in 2007, she worked on infrastructure projects, including the development of libraries and parks. She also holds an LLB degree and is the founder of AAS, an NGO dedicated to social causes. In 2023, she contested the Delhi mayoral elections but lost to AAP&rsquo;s Shelly Oberoi.
A first-time MLA, Rekha Gupta was chosen over senior BJP leaders, reportedly due to the party&rsquo;s focus on women&rsquo;s leadership. She is known for maintaining a low profile compared to other Delhi BJP leaders. Her appointment as Delhi&rsquo;s Chief Minister came after days of speculation regarding the party&rsquo;s choice for the position. The BJP secured a historic mandate in the Delhi Assembly elections, winning 48 seats and unseating the Aam Aadmi Party from power.
With the BJP emphasizing women empowerment, Rekha Gupta&rsquo;s elevation is seen as a significant move in boosting the party&rsquo;s appeal among women voters. She is currently the only woman Chief Minister from the BJP.
Following her election as the BJP legislature party leader, Rekha Gupta expressed her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the party leadership, and the people of Delhi for entrusting her with this responsibility. She pledged to dedicate every moment to fulfilling this role.
"It is a miracle, it is a new motivation and a new chapter. If I can be the CM, this means ways are open for all the women... Anyone who has been corrupt will have to give an account of each and every rupee," she stated.
She further thanked the BJP leadership for placing their trust in her. "It is a huge responsibility. I thank PM Modi and BJP high command for having faith in me... I will fulfill my responsibility with utmost honesty... My first priority is to complete all the commitments our party has made, and the second priority is that all our 48 MLAs will work as Team Modi. I never thought I would be a CM of Delhi," she added.
Rekha Gupta was elected as the BJP legislative party leader in a meeting of newly elected MLAs on Wednesday. Her appointment marks the beginning of a new political chapter for Delhi under BJP&rsquo;s leadership.

North India experienced strong tremors on Monday morning with a 4.0 magnitude earthquake hitting Delhi-NCR and Bihar. The tremors caused panic among residents, but no damage or injuries were reported.

Two 4.0 magnitude earthquakes shake North India, no casualties reported

North India experienced strong tremors on Monday morning with a 4.0 magnitude earthquake hitting Delhi-NCR and Bihar. The tremors caused panic among residents, but no damage or injuries were reported.

North India experienced strong tremors early on Monday, with a 4.0 magnitude earthquake first shaking Delhi-NCR around 5:30 am and then Bihar at 8 am.&nbsp;
The tremors were felt by residents across Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad, who rushed out of their homes in fear.&nbsp;
The earthquake&rsquo;s epicenter was in Dhaula Kuan, Delhi, at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers. While the tremors caused panic, no immediate damage or injuries were reported.
In Delhi, the tremors occurred at 5:36 am, lasting only a few seconds, but with a loud booming sound, which startled many. The proximity of the epicenter to Delhi contributed to the strong shaking.&nbsp;
CCTV footage captured pipes and wires swaying as a result of the quake. According to the US Geological Survey, the shallow depth of the quake (5 km) resulted in more energy and sound, which caused the booming noise that many described as intense. Even though the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.0, its shallowness amplified its impact.
This earthquake follows a series of tremors in the region. Just a few weeks ago, on January 23, Delhi-NCR had felt tremors after a 7.2-magnitude earthquake in Xinjiang, China.&nbsp;
Earlier in January, mild tremors were also recorded from a 6.1-magnitude quake in Afghanistan. Delhi, located about 250 kilometers from the seismically-active Himalayan collision zone, is prone to such seismic activity.&nbsp;
Being situated in Seismic Zone IV, the region faces moderate to high earthquake risks, particularly from the Himalayas and local faults. In the past, Delhi experienced several tremors, including 3.5 and 4.4-magnitude earthquakes in 2020.
Meanwhile, Bihar was also shaken by a 4.0 magnitude earthquake in Siwan district at 8:02 am. The tremor was recorded at a depth of 10 km, and residents in Siwan and surrounding areas felt the strong shaking.&nbsp;
Panic ensued, with people rushing out of buildings, but, like in Delhi, no damage or casualties were reported. The Bihar Disaster Management Department confirmed that the earthquake caused no loss of life or property damage.
As North India experiences regular seismic activity, authorities urge residents to remain vigilant while emphasizing that earthquakes are a natural part of the region&rsquo;s geophysical environment.

Strong tremors were felt in the national capital and adjoining regions after the quake of 4.0 magnitude struck the region. No reports have come of any damage or injuries.

Delhi Earthquake: Acting CM Atishi Prays for Safety

Acting CM Atishi prays for safety after earthquake

Strong tremors were felt in the national capital and adjoining regions after the quake of 4.0 magnitude struck the region. No reports have come of any damage or injuries.

Acting Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has prayed for the safety of people after an earthquake jolted the city early on Monday.
Strong tremors were felt in the national capital and adjoining regions after the quake of 4.0 magnitude struck the region. No reports have come of any damage or injuries.
In a post on X, Atishi said a strong earthquake was felt as she prayed to god for people's safety.
"I pray for safety of everyone," she said.
Delhi Police has set up an emergency number -- 112 -- where people can call for help.
The epicentre of the quake was in the Jheel Park area of Dhaula Kuan. There were some reports of people hearing a loud sound as the ground shook.

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections mark a historic shift as BJP secures 48 seats, ending AAP’s dominance. Arvind Kejriwal and top AAP leaders suffer defeats, while Congress fails to win a single seat again.

Delhi Assembly Election Results: Who are the giant winners and biggest losers?

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections mark a historic shift as BJP secures 48 seats, ending AAP&rsquo;s dominance. Arvind Kejriwal and top AAP leaders suffer defeats, while Congress fails to win a single seat again.

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections have delivered a historic verdict, bringing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) back to power in the national capital after 27 years.
With the final vote count completed, the BJP secured 48 out of 70 seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) managed only 22&mdash;marking a significant decline from its 2020 tally of 62.
The Congress, continuing its downward spiral, failed to win a single seat for the third consecutive election.
<h3>A Resounding Victory for BJP</h3>
The BJP&rsquo;s triumph marks a major political shift in Delhi, where AAP had dominated for over a decade. The party&rsquo;s return to power is being seen as an endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s leadership and a rejection of AAP&rsquo;s governance.
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The results indicate a strong voter preference for the BJP&rsquo;s promise of stability and its &lsquo;double-engine government&rsquo; strategy, aligning the state and central leadership for better governance.
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva celebrated the win, stating, &ldquo;This victory is a testament to the people&rsquo;s faith in PM Modi&rsquo;s vision for Delhi. The result paves the way for the capital&rsquo;s transformation under a strong, development-focused government.&rdquo;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElectionResults?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElectionResults</a> | Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva says, "This is the victory of PM Modi's leadership, development and trust. The people of Delhi have expressed their faith in PM Modi's vision of development... We always used to talk about corruption in the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/k4JtpJFDkA">pic.twitter.com/k4JtpJFDkA</a>
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The Chief Ministerial candidate from BJP is yet to be announced, with the final decision resting with the party&rsquo;s central leadership.
BJP's Parvesh Verma while thanking the voters of New Delhi, party workers and PM Modi, said that the party's priority would be to give Rs 2500 to women, create SIT to investigate corruption, Yamuna riverfront, reduce pollution, reduce traffic congestion.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On CM's face, BJP candidate from New Delhi assembly seat Parvesh Verma says, "In our party, the legislative party decides (CM's face) and then the party leadership approves it. So the party's decision will be acceptable to everyone. He further says, "I thank the voters&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/NZ16jCstOp">pic.twitter.com/NZ16jCstOp</a>
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On who'll be the next Chief Minister, he said, "In our party, the legislative party decides (CM's face) and then the party leadership approves it."
<h3>Biggest Losers: AAP&rsquo;s Top Brass Faces Defeat</h3>
Arvind Kejriwal (New Delhi)
Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal suffered a shocking defeat in the New Delhi constituency. BJP&rsquo;s Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma won by a margin of 4,089 votes, securing 30,088 votes against Kejriwal&rsquo;s 25,999. Congress&rsquo; Sandeep Dikshit finished a distant third with 4,568 votes.
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This loss is a significant personal setback for Kejriwal, who had held this seat since 2013.
Manish Sisodia (Jangpura)
Former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia lost to BJP&rsquo;s Tarvinder Singh Marwah by 675 votes in Jangpura. Sisodia&rsquo;s defeat underscores the collapse of AAP&rsquo;s stronghold in Delhi, where he had previously been a key figure in the party&rsquo;s governance.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | AAP candidate from Jangpura constituency, Manish Sisodia concedes defeat, says, "Party workers fought well; we all did hard work. People have supported us as well. But, I lose by 600 votes. I congratulate the candidate who won. I hope he will work for the constituency." <a href="https://t.co/szW8leInSp">https://t.co/szW8leInSp</a> <a href="https://t.co/B1VVvsbfNI">pic.twitter.com/B1VVvsbfNI</a>
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Speaking to reporters, Sisodia conceded the defeat, saying, &ldquo;We put up a strong fight in the elections and I sincerely appreciate the support we received. However, we lost by around 600 votes.&rdquo;
Saurabh Bharadwaj (Greater Kailash)
BJP&rsquo;s Shikha Roy emerged victorious in Greater Kailash, defeating AAP&rsquo;s Saurabh Bharadwaj by 3,188 votes. This outcome highlights BJP&rsquo;s inroads into constituencies that were once considered AAP bastions.
Satyendar Jain (Shakur Basti)
BJP&rsquo;s Karnail Singh won the Shakur Basti constituency by a massive 21,000-vote margin, defeating former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain. This marks a dramatic fall from Jain&rsquo;s previous victories in 2015 and 2020, where he had won comfortably.
<h3>Giant Winners: BJP&rsquo;s Game-Changers</h3>
Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma (New Delhi)
The biggest highlight of BJP&rsquo;s victory was Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma&rsquo;s win against Kejriwal in New Delhi. His triumph is being hailed as a turning point in Delhi&rsquo;s political landscape.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElectionResults?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElectionResults</a>, BJP's winning candidate from New Delhi, Parvesh Verma says, "Delhi's people have given a huge mandate to the BJP. We will respect it and I congratulate the people of Delhi from the bottom of my heart... The credit for this victory goes&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/ZPvAZePpF6">pic.twitter.com/ZPvAZePpF6</a>
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"Delhi's people have given a huge mandate to the BJP. We will respect it and I congratulate the people of Delhi from the bottom of my heart..." he said.
Atishi (Kalkaji)
One of the few bright spots for AAP, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi retained the Kalkaji seat, defeating BJP&rsquo;s Ramesh Bidhuri by over 3,500 votes. However, her reduced margin compared to 2020 reflects AAP&rsquo;s overall decline in popularity.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElectionResults?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElectionResults</a> | AAP winning candidate from Kalkaji Vidhan Sabha and outgoing CM Atishi says, "I congratulate the people of Kalkaji assembly who voted against 'baahubal', hooliganism and voted for truth and honesty. I thank all those AAP workers who were&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/gCX5OS6T5P">pic.twitter.com/gCX5OS6T5P</a>
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"I congratulate the people of Kalkaji assembly who voted against 'baahubal', hooliganism and voted for truth and honesty", she said.
Kailash Gahlot (Bijwasan)
Former AAP minister Kailash Gahlot, who defected to BJP in 2024, secured a strong victory in Bijwasan, defeating AAP&rsquo;s Surender Bhardwaj by 9,833 votes.
Tarvinder Singh Marwah (Jangpura)
BJP&rsquo;s Tarvinder Singh Marwah defeated AAP&rsquo;s Manish Sisodia in Jangpura, marking one of the biggest upsets of the election. His victory reflects the voter shift away from AAP&rsquo;s leadership.
<h3>Congress&rsquo; Irrelevance Continues</h3>
Once a dominant force in Delhi politics, the Congress party suffered its third consecutive zero-seat result. Its failure to win a single seat since 2015 highlights its diminishing role in the capital&rsquo;s political landscape.
Prominent Congress leaders, including Alka Lamba, performed poorly, securing less than 5,000 votes in key constituencies.
<h3>What This Means for Delhi?</h3>
With the BJP set to form the next government, Delhi is poised for a new era of governance after over two decades of non-BJP rule. The party has pledged to bring infrastructural development, better civic amenities, and improved law and order under its administration.
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This victory also signals the electorate&rsquo;s rejection of AAP&rsquo;s policies, corruption allegations, and governance model.
As BJP leaders celebrate their landmark win, all eyes are now on the party&rsquo;s Chief Ministerial choice and its governance roadmap for Delhi&rsquo;s future.
With this result, Delhi has decisively turned the page, ushering in a new political chapter under BJP&rsquo;s leadership.

PM Modi celebrated BJP’s victory at party headquarters in Delhi and criticized AAP’s corruption, while calling Congress irrelevant. PM also promised good governance and probes into AAP scams.

PM Modi declares Delhi ‘AAP-da free’, slams AAP’s corruption & Congress’ irrelevance in historic BJP win

PM Modi celebrated BJP&rsquo;s victory at party headquarters in Delhi and criticized AAP&rsquo;s corruption, while calling Congress irrelevant. PM also promised good governance and probes into AAP scams.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the people of Delhi for putting an end to the "lies and deception" politics of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) by giving a clear mandate to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assembly elections.
He said that people have put an end to "short-cut" politics of Kejriwal and removed a "major obstacle" in the way of Delhi's development.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Dilli ke logo ne shortcut wali rajneeti ka short-circuit kar diya'. Today the people of Delhi have made it clear. The real owner of Delhi is only the people of Delhi. Those who thought of being the owners&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/mDKGXowfl6">pic.twitter.com/mDKGXowfl6</a>
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"Delhi's mandate also clarified that there is no place for shortcuts or lies and deception in politics. Janata ne short cut rajneeti ka short circuit kar diya (People have short-circuited the politics of shortcut)," PM Modi said while addressing a gathering at the party's headquarters after the resounding victory in assembly polls.
<h3>BJP's Return to Power</h3>
BJP has won 48 seats, while AAP has won just 22 seats against 62 in the 2020 assembly polls.
The BJP is returning to power in the national capital after 27 years, ending over 10 years of Aam Aadmi Party rule.
Several AAP leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, ex-Deputy CM Manish Sisodia, and three-time MLA Somnath Bharti, lost from their strongholds.
<h3>Criticism of AAP's Politics</h3>
The PM slammed the AAP's politics of "protests, confrontation, and administrative uncertainty."
"Today, you Delhiites have removed a major obstacle in the way of Delhi's development," PM Modi added
. Lashing out at AAP, he said, "The real owner of Delhi is only the people of Delhi. Those who thought of being the owners of Delhi have been confronted with the truth."
<h3>PM Modi on Anna Hazare</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Anna Hazare must have got some relief from pain following AAP's defeat in the Delhi Assembly election. He added that Hazare had been "bearing the pain of the misdeeds of these people for a long time."
Earlier in the day, Anna Hazare had criticised AAP for their alleged involvement in controversies surrounding liquor and money.
PM Modi said AAP was born out of the movement against corruption but became deeply involved in it.
"The party born out of the movement against corruption got involved in corruption. It became such a party of the country whose Chief Minister and Ministers went to jail on corruption charges. Those who used to give themselves certificates of honesty turned out to be corrupt. This was a big betrayal with Delhi," PM Modi said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "These people of 'AAP-da' came into politics by saying that we will change politics, but these people turned out to be completely dishonest. Today I was listening to the statement of Anna Hazare ji. Anna&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/EbhLmEvW4c">pic.twitter.com/EbhLmEvW4c</a>
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<h3>AAP's Scams and Arrogance</h3>
PM Modi further attacked AAP, stating that the liquor scam had defamed Delhi. "The scams in schools and hospitals troubled the poorest of the poor, and on top of that, their arrogance was so much that when the world was dealing with Corona, these people were building 'Sheesh Mahal'."
Earlier, Anna Hazare had said that AAP did not understand the importance of character in politics, which led to their downfall.
He remarked, "They got tangled in liquor and money - his (Arvind Kejriwal's) image was dented because of it and that's why they are getting fewer votes in the election."
<h3>Promise of Good Governance</h3>
PM Modi assured the people of Delhi of "good governance" and highlighted the public's trust in a double-engine government.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "...I was seeing that BJP workers across the country also had a pain in their hearts. It was about not being able to serve Delhi fully. But today Delhi has accepted our request too. The youth born in the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/S8oiZCELhY">pic.twitter.com/S8oiZCELhY</a>
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"Today, I was seeing that BJP workers across the country also had a pain in their hearts. It was about not being able to serve Delhi fully. But today, Delhi has accepted our request too. The youth born in the 21st century will now see BJP's good governance in Delhi for the first time. Today's results show how much trust the country has in BJP's double-engine government. After that victory in the Lok Sabha elections, we first made an unprecedented record in Haryana, then made a new record in Maharashtra. Now, a new history has been created in Delhi," PM Modi said.
<h3>Support from the Purvanchal Community</h3>
PM Modi also acknowledged the people from East Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, living in Delhi, who were instrumental in BJP's victory, noting that he is an MP from Varanasi, which comes under the 'Purvanchal' region.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Our Delhi is not just a city, it is a mini India. Delhi lives the idea of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'...Wherever I went in this election, I used to say with pride that I am an MP from Purvanchal. The&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/nTqnInWiKz">pic.twitter.com/nTqnInWiKz</a>
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"There is no such area in Delhi where the Lotus did not bloom. People speaking every language have voted for BJP. During this election, wherever I went, I used to say proudly that I am an MP from Purvanchal. The people of Purvanchal have given love to this bond. Therefore, as the MP from Purvanchal, I thank the people of Purvanchal," PM Modi said.
<h3>Delhi Becomes "AAP-da Free"</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also thanked the people of Delhi for their support to BJP in the assembly polls and said they are feeling relief in making the national capital "AAP-da free."
Addressing a gathering at the party headquarters after the party's resounding victory in assembly polls, PM Modi said BJP will return the love of the people of Delhi in the form of progress and development. He took jibes at the ruling Aam Aadmi Party, referring to it as "AAPda (tragedy)."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "Today, there is excitement and relief in the minds of the people of Delhi. Excitement for victory and relief is for making Delhi, AAP-da free...I bow my head and thank the people of Delhi for believing in Modi's guarantee"&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/03uS0qh6cD">pic.twitter.com/03uS0qh6cD</a>
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"I thank the people of Delhi. Delhi has given us love wholeheartedly, and I once again assure the people that we will return you double the love in the form of development," he said.
"Today, there is excitement and relief in the minds of the people of Delhi. Excitement for victory and relief for making Delhi, AAP-da free...I bow my head and thank the people of Delhi for believing in Modi's guarantee," he added.
<h3>A Historic Win for BJP</h3>
PM Modi termed BJP's victory as "historic."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Today's victory is historic. This is not an ordinary victory. The people of Delhi have driven out 'AAP-da'. Delhi has been freed from the 'AAP-da'. The mandate of Delhi is clear. Today, development, vision&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/1JQBrxhaWc">pic.twitter.com/1JQBrxhaWc</a>
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"This is not an ordinary victory. The people of Delhi have driven out 'AAP-da'. Delhi has been freed from the 'AAP-da'. The mandate of Delhi is clear. Today, development, vision, and trust have won in Delhi. Today, ostentation, anarchy, arrogance, and the 'AAP-da' that had engulfed Delhi have been defeated. I congratulate every BJP worker and all of you for this victory," he said.
<h3>AAP's Corruption to Be Investigated</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over allegations of corruption against its leaders, saying that all links of such charges will be probed and those who "looted" money will have to return it.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "...I guarantee that the CAG report will be presented in the first assembly session, whoever has looted will have to return it." <a href="https://t.co/PTYuBdGCq2">pic.twitter.com/PTYuBdGCq2</a>
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"These AAP-da people resorted to conspiracies every day to hide their scams. Now, the Delhi poll verdict has come. I am giving a guarantee that in the first session of the assembly, the CAG report will be tabled. Every link of corruption will be probed, and whoever has looted will have to return it," he said.
Targeting AAP leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, PM Modi said that those who gave certificates to others are now facing allegations of corruption.
The BJP has also been taking "Sheeshmahal" jibes at Kejriwal. In his speech, PM Modi thanked the people of Delhi for their support and reiterated their relief at making the national capital "AAP-da free."
<h3>BJP's Future Commitments</h3>
Meanwhile, BJP leader Parvesh Verma said that the Bharatiya Janata Party will work to fulfill its commitments to the people of Delhi, with setting up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe corruption under the Aam Aadmi Party government among its top priorities.
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"Our priority will be to give Rs 2500 to women. We had talked of creating an SIT to investigate corruption, Yamuna riverfront development, reducing pollution, and tackling traffic congestion. We will build a capital that everyone will be proud of," he said.
<h3>NDA's "Vikas ki Guarantee"</h3>
As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the Delhi assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) was synonymous with 'Vikas ki Guarantee' (guarantee for development) and good governance.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Wherever NDA has received the mandate, we have taken that state to new heights of development and that is why BJP is continuously winning. People are electing our governments for the second and third&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/5lMttyJMqW">pic.twitter.com/5lMttyJMqW</a>
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"NDA means 'Vikas ki guarantee' and 'guarantee of good governance,'" PM Modi said while addressing the gathering at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters.
<h3>BJP's Governance Model</h3>
Citing examples of BJP's governance in states where the NDA remains in power, PM Modi pointed out the persistence of law and order problems in Uttar Pradesh before the BJP came to power, where women faced major challenges.
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"At one point in time, the law and order problem remained in Uttar Pradesh. The major challenge was for women. Dimaagi bukhaar (encephalitis) wreaked havoc. However, we worked with determination to resolve it," PM Modi said.
He further emphasized the transformation under NDA rule in states like Maharashtra, Haryana, Gujarat, and Bihar, asserting that "good governance benefits the poor and the middle class. The poor living in jhuggis and the middle class provided immense support to the BJP."

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) dismissed the exit poll results for the Delhi Assembly elections, claiming they have historically underestimated the party's performance.

Delhi Elections: Aam Aadmi Party rejects exit poll predictions, BJP confident of a comeback

With predictions showing a close race between BJP and AAP, the ruling party is confident of securing a fourth term under Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s leadership.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has rejected the exit poll results for the Delhi Assembly election on Wednesday, saying the pollsters have &ldquo;historically&rdquo; underestimated its performance, while the BJP termed the predictions an assertion of people's urge for change.
As voting for the 70-member Delhi Assembly concluded at 6 pm on Wednesday, most exit polls predicted an edge to the BJP over the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
AAP's national spokesperson Reena Gupta said that exit polls have historically underestimated the Arvind Kejriwal-led party but in actual results, the party gains several times more than these projections.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a> | On exit polls, AAP leader Reena Gupta says, " This is the 4th election of Delhi in which I have participated, and you can see the other polls whether it is 2013, 2015, exit polls always show AAP getting fewer seats and when the actual results come,&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/c9VqIO9STh">pic.twitter.com/c9VqIO9STh</a>
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&ldquo;This is the 4th election of Delhi in which I have participated, and you can see the other polls whether it is 2013, 2015, exit polls always show AAP getting fewer seats and when the actual results come, AAP would get bumper seats...Arvind Kejriwal is going to get historic seats...for 4th time,&rdquo; Gupta said.
She claimed that the people of Delhi have voted for the AAP in large numbers and asserted that the party is going to register a &ldquo;historic&rdquo; victory, with Kejriwal becoming the chief minister for a fourth time.
AAP candidate from Greater Kailash Vidhan Sabha Saurabh Bharadwaj says, "it is being shown that we will be getting fewer seats. I feel that exit polls have always shown that AAP would be getting fewer votes."
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"AAP's vote share always comes more than what is shown in the exit polls", he added.
The poll results are scheduled to be declared on Saturday.
Meanwhile, exit polls indicate a likely victory for the BJP, with some showing a close contest between the BJP and AAP. Congress is predicted to make minimal gains, with most surveys projecting no seats or one at best.
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Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said the party respects the exit poll predictions. &ldquo;I believe the people of Delhi made up their minds long ago that they wanted change,&rdquo; he added.
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"Delhiites want a corruption-free government. BJP workers campaigned with great dedication in the run-up to the election to fight against corruption in the city", Sachdeva said.
He exuded confidence that the AAP is on its way out of power and that the saffron party is going to form its government in Delhi after a gap of more than 25 years.
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Exit polls for the Delhi Assembly elections indicate a likely victory for the BJP, with some showing a close contest between the BJP and AAP. Congress is predicted to make minimal gains, with most surveys projecting no seats or one at best.

Exit Polls predict BJP victory in Delhi Assembly Polls; AAP faces close contest

Exit polls for the Delhi Assembly elections indicate a likely victory for the BJP, with some showing a close contest between the BJP and AAP. Congress is predicted to make minimal gains, with most surveys projecting no seats or one at best.

Several exit polls on Wednesday predicted a victory for the BJP over the ruling AAP in the Delhi assembly polls, while the Congress was projected to make no significant gains from last elections.&nbsp;
Two exit polls, however, predicted a victory for the Aam Admi Party (AAP), and as many showed a close contest between them, with an edge for the BJP.
The Election Commission will announce the official results after the counting of on February 8.&nbsp;
Exit polls are projections made by election survey agencies based on interviews of voters as they come out after casting their votes. These may vary widely from the actual results. In the 2020 Delhi polls, most exit polls got their predictions wrong.&nbsp;
Among the exit polls that predicted a BJP victory, the People's Pulse showed the NDA was likely to get 51 to 60 seats, while the AAP may get 10-19 seats. The Congress, it claimed, will not be able to open its account.
According to People's Insight exit poll, the NDA is likely to get 40 to 44 seats, the AAP 25 to 29 seats, and the Congress 0-1 seat.&nbsp;
The P-Marq exit poll predicted 39-49 seats for the BJP and its allies, 21-31 seats for AAP and 0-1 for the Congress.&nbsp;
The JVC exit poll said the BJP and allies would get 39-45, the AAP 22-31 seats and the Congress 0-2. Similarly, the Poll Diary predicted 42-50 seats of the BJP and allies, while giving the AAP 18-25 seats, 0-2 for the Congress and 0-1 for others.&nbsp;
Chankya Strategies exit poll said the BJP and allies are likely to get 39-44 seats, the AAP is likely to get 25-28, while Congress may get 2-3.&nbsp;
Two surveys predicted AAP's victory - Wee Preside, which gave 46-52 sets for AAP, 18-23 for BJP and 0-1 for Congress, and Mind Brink Media predicted 44-49 seats for AAP, 21-25 for BJP and 0-1 for the Congress.&nbsp;
Matrize exit poll predicted a close contest, giving the BJP led NDA 35-40 seats, while the AAP was said to get 32 to 37 seats. The survey gave Congress 0-1 seats.&nbsp;
The DV Research exit polls predicted 26-34 seats for the AAP, and 36-44 for the BJP and allies, giving zero seats to the Congress.&nbsp;
In the 70 member Delhi assembly, 36 is the majority mark. The AAP currently has 62 MLAs, the BJP has eight, and the Congress none. The Delhi assembly polls were held on Wednesday, and results would be declared on February 8.&nbsp;
There are 1.55 crore voters in Delhi, out of which nearly 58 percent exercised their franchiese till 5 pm on Wednesday. Several AAP leaders rejected the exit polls, while BJP leaders said they are confident of their victory.
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With campaigning officially ending, Delhi gears up for the 2025 Assembly elections. AAP, BJP, and Congress have made their final appeals, with 1.55 crore voters set to decide the next government on February 5.

Delhi Elections: Campaigning ends - check out the key candidates in the fray

With campaigning officially ending, Delhi gears up for the 2025 Assembly elections. AAP, BJP, and Congress have made their final appeals, with 1.55 crore voters set to decide the next government on February 5.

As the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections edge closer, the political battlefield in the national capital is abuzz with energy, last-minute appeals, and fierce competition.&nbsp;
With campaigning officially ending today, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Indian National Congress (INC) have pulled out all stops to rally support for their candidates, setting the stage for an intense electoral showdown.
This election sees a mix of veteran politicians and fresh faces from each party vying for a place in the 70-member Delhi Assembly.
Each candidate carries the hopes of their party and supporters, making this a high-stakes contest that will shape Delhi&rsquo;s political future. Meet the 10 pivotal candidates from each party who are set to shape the outcome of this intense electoral battle.
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Over the past weeks, political leaders have crisscrossed the city, addressing rallies, holding roadshows, and making last-minute promises to sway undecided voters.
Delhi has a total of 1,55,24,858 registered voters, marking a 1.09% increase since the last electoral roll update on October 29, 2024. The electorate includes 83,49,645 male voters, 71,73,952 female voters, and 1,261 third-gender voters. A total of 699 candidates are contesting across all 70 Assembly seats, making the competition even tougher.
The polling is set for February 5, 2025, with Delhiites deciding the fate of the next government in a single-phase election. The much-anticipated results will be announced on February 8, 2025, revealing whether Delhi opts for continuity or change in leadership.&nbsp;
With the campaign dust settling, all eyes are now on the voters, who will ultimately shape the city's political future.

During a routine check in Sangam Vihar, Delhi, Rs 47 lakh was confiscated from a vehicle driven by Vaseem Malik. The unaccounted cash's origin is under investigation, highlighting effective surveillance operations.

Rs 47 Lakh seized in South Delhi during routine police check

Authorities confiscated Rs 47 lakh during a routine check in Sangam Vihar, South Delhi. The cash was seized from Vaseem Malik, who failed to provide documentation. An investigation into its source and legality is underway.

Delhi Police seized Rs 47 lakh in cash from a car during a routine check in Sangam Vihar. Driver Vaseem Malik failed to provide documentation. Authorities are investigating the source and legality of the unaccounted cash.

In a significant seizure, police confiscated Rs 47 lakh in cash from a car during a routine check in Sangam Vihar, south Delhi, on Tuesday. The cash, discovered by the Static Surveillance Team (SST), was unaccounted for, raising questions about its source.
The vehicle was being driven by 24-year-old Vaseem Malik, a resident of Sangam Vihar who identified himself as a scrap dealer. During the check, Malik was unable to produce any documentation to justify the large sum of cash, prompting authorities to seize the money.
Officials are now investigating the origin and intended use of the cash. "We are following all legal procedures to determine the source of the money and whether any laws were violated," a senior official said.
This incident underscores the vigilance of surveillance teams during routine checks, particularly in areas prone to financial irregularities. As the investigation progresses, authorities are expected to release further details about the case.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav announces support for AAP over Congress in Delhi, emphasizing the need to defeat the BJP. 

Delhi Elections: Akhilesh Yadav backs AAP over Congress

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav announces support for AAP over Congress in Delhi, emphasizing the need to defeat the BJP.&nbsp;

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday declared that his party will align with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi, asserting that AAP holds more strength in the region compared to the Congress.
Speaking to ANI, Yadav said, "The regional party fighting against the BJP should be supported by the leaders of the INDIA alliance. AAP and Congress are fighting against each other in Delhi. AAP is strong and we have decided to stand with them. The question is about Delhi and our goal is that the BJP gets defeated. Congress and AAP have the same goal too." 
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Haridwar: On the INDIA alliance, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav says "The INDIA alliance is intact. I remember when the INDIA alliance was formed, it was decided that wherever a regional party was strong, the alliance would extend support to them. AAP is strong in&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/gjINs5aLf5">pic.twitter.com/gjINs5aLf5</a>
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Yadav also reassured that the INDIA alliance remains intact. He remarked, "The INDIA alliance is intact. I remember when the INDIA alliance was formed, it was decided that wherever a regional party was strong, the alliance would extend support to them."
Meanwhile, D Raja, General Secretary of the Communist Party of India, acknowledged the current disarray within the INDIA alliance post the 2024 general elections. Speaking to ANI, Raja commented, "It is a fact that Opposition is divided. It is known to people that in Delhi, the Assembly election AAP is contesting on its own, Congress is contesting on its own, Left parties are contesting wherever they are capable of putting up a fight and among other parties, certain parties have declared support to AAP. So, it is a fact that INDIA bloc stands divided."
On the other hand, the BJP has been critical of the INDIA alliance's lack of unity and direction. Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the alliance of being in disarray, stating, "Today the INDIA alliance has completely disintegrated. Mumbai is going to have elections and Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress are preparing to contest alone. Just like you gave us a grand victory in Maharashtra, in the same way, BJP government is going to be formed."
The Delhi assembly elections will be held on February 5, with the counting of votes taking place on February 8. The AAP has already declared candidates for all 70 assembly seats, while the BJP has announced its candidates for 59 seats. The last date for filing nominations is January 17, with scrutiny scheduled for January 18, and withdrawal of candidacies can be done until January 20. Despite having ruled Delhi for 15 years, the Congress has struggled in the past two elections, failing to secure any seats. In contrast, the AAP dominated the 2020 assembly elections, winning 62 out of 70 seats, leaving the BJP with just eight.

Arvind Kejriwal refutes claims by BJP leaders regarding his possible contest from a second seat in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The AAP leader asserts that the polls are a direct contest between AAP and BJP.

Delhi Elections: 'Will fight only from New Delhi', says Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal refutes claims by BJP leaders regarding his possible contest from a second seat in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The AAP leader asserts that the polls are a direct contest between AAP and BJP.

Quashing BJP leaders' claims that he would contest the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections from a second seat out of fear of losing from New Delhi, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said he will contest the polls from one seat only.
Kejriwal also asserted that the Assembly polls are not an INDA bloc affair as there is a direct contest between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi.
A three-time sitting MLA from New Delhi since 2013, Kejriwal this time is locked in an intense triangular contest against the sons of two former chief ministers of Delhi.
While the BJP has fielded former chief minister Sahib Singh Verma's son Parvesh Verma, Congress has given ticket to Sandeep Dikshit whose mother Sheila Dikshit was a three-term chief minister of Delhi.
"I am contesting one seat only," Kejriwal said at a press conference when asked about BJP's claims that he was going to fight from a second seat out of fear of losing from New Delhi.
The AAP leader's clarification came after BJP's IT cell chief Amit Malviya claimed in a post on X that fearing his imminent defeat from New Delhi, Kejriwal is making "baseless allegations" about voter list in his constituency and "talking" about contesting from two seats.
The AAP leaders have accused the BJP of filing applications in bulk from different constituencies, including New Delhi, for the deletion of thousands of AAP supporters' names from the electoral roll.
At the presser, Kejriwal said a meeting of AAP leaders with officials of the Election Commission is due Thursday evening, in which all the issues, including deletion of voters' names, will be discussed.
The AAP supremo also thanked INDIA bloc members, including the Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT), for extending support to AAP for the Assembly elections.
The Congress, which leads the anti-BJP INDIA bloc, is going solo in the Delhi polls and has so far announced names of 48 candidates.
The 70-member Delhi Assembly will go to polls on February 5. The results will be out on February 8.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized AAP, calling it a "disaster" for Delhi, while inaugurating housing and redevelopment projects aimed at improving living conditions. 

Delhi Elections: PM Modi calls AAP a 'disaster' for national capital

Giving a call for AAP's defeat, Modi raised the slogan, "'Aapda' ko nahi sahenge, badal kar rahenge (we will not tolerate 'aapda', we will remove it)."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday slammed AAP as an "aapda" for Delhi, saying this "aapda" had taken the national capital in its grip in the past 10 years.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | Addressing a public meeting in Ashok Vihar's Ramlila Ground, PM Narendra Modi says, "In the last 10 years, Delhi has been surrounded by an 'Aapda'. By keeping Anna Hazare at the front, a few 'kattar beimaan' people have pushed Delhi towards 'Aapda'. 'AAP aapda&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/mKGNjGpXMg">pic.twitter.com/mKGNjGpXMg</a>
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Addressing people after launching a slew of infrastructure projects in the national capital, including in housing and education sectors, he hit out at the AAP-led city government and said the situation in the national capital would worsen if its reign continued.
On the one hand, the Centre is making a lot of efforts; on the other, the Union Territory government stands for brazen lies, Modi said, accusing the AAP government of committing corruption in a host of sectors ranging from school education to fighting pollution and the liquor trade.
With assembly elections set to be held in the city next month, the prime minister said Delhi had launched a war on this "aapda (disaster)" and decided to get rid of it.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | Addressing a public meeting in Ashok Vihar's Ramlila Ground, PM Narendra Modi says, "...Ye AAP, ye 'aapda', Delhi par aayi hai', and hence the people of Delhi has waged a war against 'aapda'. Voters of Delhi have made up their minds to free Delhi from this&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/n9aYKkmYc6">pic.twitter.com/n9aYKkmYc6</a>
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Giving a call for AAP's defeat, Modi raised the slogan, "'Aapda' ko nahi sahenge, badal kar rahenge (we will not tolerate 'aapda', we will remove it)."
"This year will usher in a new politics of nation-building and people's welfare. Therefore, 'aapda' has to be removed and the BJP brought in," he said.
Due to the city government not allowing the Centre's signature health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat, and other programmes in the national capital, Modi said he was unable to fully help the people living here despite his efforts.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | Addressing a public meeting in Ashok Vihar's Ramlila Ground, PM Narendra Modi says, "The year 2025 will give a new direction to the good governance in the national capital... New politics of public welfare and nation welfare will begin this year and hence, 'Aapda&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/1iTMXKccHK">pic.twitter.com/1iTMXKccHK</a>
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If highways are being built in the capital and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has been able to make houses for the poor, it is because "aapda" does not have much role in these sectors, he added.
Taking a swipe at former Delhi chief minister and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, Modi said he could also have built a "sheesh mahal" for himself but his dream was to ensure homes for everyone in the country.
"These people commit corruption and then glorify it," he said, accusing AAP of shamelessness and making false promises.
The BJP has been targeting Kejriwal for allegedly spending a huge amount of money on his official residence when he was chief minister, and described his erstwhile home as "sheesh mahal".
The country knows very well that he never built a home for himself, Modi said.
"But in the past 10 years, (my government) has built four crore houses for the poor and fulfilled their dreams. I could have also built a 'sheesh mahal'. But my dream was to give a pucca house to my countrymen," he said, stressing his vision to provide a concrete house to those living in slums.
He said 2025 would bring many new possibilities for India, asserting that the country had become a symbol of political and economic stability in the world.
India will rise to become a big manufacturing hub in the new year in which new records in the agriculture sector and women-led development will be registered as well, he said.
The prime minister asserted India's global standing and image would also be strengthened in 2025.
Providing affordable housing to the poor and the middle class is a priority for the BJP-led central government, he said and added one crore new houses would be built for the urban poor in the next phase.
It is the BJP-led government at the Centre which will help do it, Modi said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | PM Narendra Modi virtually inaugurates two urban redevelopment projects - the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar and GPRA Type-II Quarters at Sarojini Nagar, CBSE's Integrated Office Complex at Dwarka PM Modi also lays the foundation stone of Veer Savarkar&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/gyydATTrOw">pic.twitter.com/gyydATTrOw</a>
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The government is also providing a big rebate in home loan interest rate so that the middle class can own a home, the prime minister said while also highlighting the Centre's efforts to boost infrastructure in the education sector.
Modi inaugurated a slew of development projects, including 1,675 flats for residents of 'jhuggi-jhopri' (JJ) or slum clusters and two urban redevelopment projects in the city. ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/pm-modi-lays-foundation-stone-for-two-new-du-campuses-veer-savarkar-college-1735897153917" target="_blank">PM Modi lays foundation stone for two new DU campuses, Veer Savarkar college</a>

Puneet Khurana, beloved Delhi cafe owner, dies in suspected suicide, spotlighting mental health. Allegations of harassment add complexity. Community mourns and sparks crucial dialogue on underlying mental health issues.

Tragic Death of Puneet Khurana: Delhi Mourns

Delhi’s Model Town is in shock as beloved cafe owner Puneet Khurana dies in a suspected suicide. His loss opens discussions on mental health and harassment, illuminating unseen struggles. Community mourns this tragic loss.

Death of Puneet Khurana: A Community Mourns

Delhi Police will question Puneet Khurana's family and in-laws after his suicide on January 2, 2025, in Model Town. A 54-minute video recorded by Khurana, revealing depression, has gone viral. His family alleges harassment, and the police are investigating.

Delhi Police are set to question the family and in-laws of Puneet Khurana, a cafe owner who was found dead by suicide in his home in Model Town, northwest Delhi, on January 2, 2025. Sources revealed that police teams will visit Khurana's residence and speak with his friends and relatives to gather more information about the circumstances surrounding his death.
Earlier, police confirmed that Khurana had recorded a 54-minute video on his phone before taking his own life. A 2.5-minute excerpt from the video has gone viral on social media, in which Khurana expressed feelings of depression and outlined the reasons for his distress.
According to sources, multiple investigative teams are looking into the incident. They will interview Khurana's wife, in-laws, and friends to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy. Khurana&rsquo;s family has reportedly claimed that he was being harassed by his wife and in-laws, a matter the police are currently investigating.
Khurana, who died by hanging on January 2, 2025, had been struggling with depression, as indicated in the video shared online.

Delhi faces shallow fog with temperatures at 7.6°C, while dense fog is reported at Palam. The weather office predicts cold day conditions and smog in the evening.

Dense Fog and Cold Weather Sweep Delhi

The weather office has forecast cold day conditions at isolated places in Delhi and dense fog at some locations on Thursday.

The national capital saw shallow fog on Thursday morning, with the minimum temperature recorded at 7.6 degrees Celsius, the weather department said.
The weather office has forecast cold day conditions at isolated places in Delhi and dense fog at some locations on Thursday.
Palam weather station reported very dense fog with 0 metres visibility since 6 am, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 16 degrees Celsius, which was recorded at 15 degrees on Wednesday. Delhi saw a low of 7.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.
The Met office said on Thursday that the wind speed is likely to increase to 12 to 14 kilometres per hour during the afternoon and gradually decline to less than 8 kilometres per hour by the evening.
Smog and shallow fog is expected during the evening and the night.

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