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New Delhi Secretariat building to come up at ITO; Income Tax Office to get new building

Delhi government plans a new high-tech single tower secretariat at ITO. This project involves redeveloping approximately ten acres of government land. The Income Tax Office will relocate to a newly constructed multi-storey building. This initiative aims to consolidate scattered government offices into one central location. A global tender will soon…

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Jantar Mantar protest, Gen Z issues set to dominate DUSU poll campaign

The Delhi University Students' Union elections are set for September 18, with nomination submissions closing on September 10. Student-led protests regarding admissions and educational equity are expected to shape the candidates' agendas. In the weeks leading up to the election, various student groups plan to ramp up their outreach efforts…

The Economic Times

Weather Tomorrow August 14: Heavy rain forecast across Delhi, UP, J&K, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Bengal as IMD warns of active monsoon conditions

Weather Tomorrow August 14, 2026: On August 14, 2026, the monsoon is set to unleash its fury across India, with heavy to very heavy rainfall anticipated in various states, particularly in the eastern and central territories. Thunderstorms will sweep through the northern and western parts as well. Coastal regions should…

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A day inside a Delhi SIR camp: Forms, confusion and long days

Delhi is currently undergoing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with the Election Commission extending the deadline to submit forms to August 17. Booth Level Officers are handling everything from distributing and collecting forms to digitising the data. To make the process easier, some local residents have set up…

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India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters vow to return for ‘season 2’ after allegedly being denied place to meet

CJP seeks to broaden its campaign beyond the original protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar

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School holiday August 14, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Friday? From J&K, Delhi, UP to Maharashtra and Karnataka, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School Holiday Tomorrow, August 14, 2026: The forecast for August 14, 2026, indicates substantial monsoon rainfall across several regions in India. Parents and students need to remember that local officials determine school closures, so it's critical to check official communications regarding school operational status. Since rainfall intensity and ground conditions…

The Economic Times

DUSU elections on September 18, counting next day

Delhi University Students' Union elections are scheduled for September 18. Nomination papers can be filed until September 10, with scrutiny following that day. Candidates may withdraw nominations until noon on September 11. Voting will occur on September 18 for day and evening class students. Vote counting is scheduled for the…

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Dismiss CBI's challenge to discharge in excise case: Kejriwal, Sisodia to Delhi High Court

Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia urged the Delhi High Court to dismiss the CBI's appeal. They stated the petition was filed with unprecedented haste and in an unserious manner. The leaders argued the CBI's case against them was unclear and non-specific. The trial court had discharged all accused persons after…

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Centre asks Air India to ‘take responsibility’ after Phuket-Delhi flight scare; orders tighter dope checks: Report

The government has warned Air India to “take responsibility” for safety after the August 4 Phuket-Delhi flight scare and ordered DGCA to tighten aviation personnel’s drug-testing rules. The regulator has been asked to expand mandatory testing and impose tougher penalties for genuine drug violations while allowing more chances in medicine-related…

The Economic Times

Supreme Court seeks Delhi govt, police stand on alternative protest site to Jantar Mantar

Delhi government and police will respond to the Supreme Court's query. The court seeks an alternative protest site to Jantar Mantar. Residents complained about disruptions from frequent demonstrations at Jantar Mantar. The Supreme Court previously restored Jantar Mantar as a legitimate protest location.

The Economic Times

Man found Rs 1.3 lakh missing from SBI bank account: Rs 80,000 ATM withdrawal, Rs 50,000 transfer made without his authorisation; consumer commission upholds Rs 1.3 lakh refund

A man's SBI bank account was drained of Rs 1.3 lakh through four unauthorised ATM withdrawals and two transfers he says he never made. SBI failed to produce CCTV footage or transaction records before the commission. The Delhi State Consumer Commission has now dismissed SBI's appeal and upheld the full…

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Gold rate today (August 13, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Joyalukkas, Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers and Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, other cities

Gold rates today:Here is a look at the latest 22k gold jewellery prices at Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Kalyan Jewellers across major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram.

The Economic Times

Delhi riots case: Court acquits 13 accused, cites doubt over key witness in 2020 violence

A court has acquitted thirteen defendants in a 2020 Delhi riots case. The judge cited doubts about the main prosecution witness's testimony. Poor quality video footage also made suspect identification unreliable for the court. The witness's changing statements and unclear video evidence led to the acquittal. The court found insufficient…

The Economic Times

Property dealer deposits Rs 54 lakh cash in bank, files no ITR, gets tax notice, does not respond, wins case in ITAT Delhi; Know why

Property buyers gave Rs 54 lakh to property dealer who deposited it in his own bank a/c; dealer gets tax notice, he fights and wins case in ITAT Delhi; Know why

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Delhi NCR weather today August 13: Will it rain? Check IMD forecast for Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad

Delhi and NCR areas anticipate partly cloudy skies on Thursday. Temperatures will remain in the mid-30s across most locations. Gurgaon and Faridabad may experience isolated rain or thundershowers. The forecast indicates a gradual dip in maximum temperatures after Thursday. This weather pattern is expected to persist for the next seven…

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Air India Phuket-Delhi flight logged multiple hydraulic failures; autopilot disconnects before 300ft drop

Air India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi experienced technical warnings on August 4. The Airbus A320 aircraft suffered a sudden 300-foot altitude drop over Odisha. This incident resulted in injuries to twenty passengers and four cabin crew members. A post-flight maintenance report revealed multiple system warnings and alerts.

Times Life

5 AI Tools Indian Professionals Are Using Quietly to Handle the Workload of Three People

The Chanakya Principle Nobody Posts AboutChanakya wrote in the Arthashastra that a minister who does in one day what takes others three is not more talented, he has built better systems. That principle describes exactly what a small but growing cohort of Indian professionals is doing right now, quietly, without…

Times Life

Pin Valley, Himachal's Cold Desert Inside the Himalayan Range, Rewards Every Patient Traveller

The Road That Decides Before You DoThe road into Pin Valley does not ease you in. From Kaza, the last town in Spiti with a functioning ATM and mobile signal, the route to the valley floor drops and climbs in ways that make the vehicle feel like a suggestion rather…

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Kinnaur Is the Himachal District That Looks Like Tibet and Gets Overlooked Because Manali Is Easier

The road that most people don't takeYou leave Shimla and the hills start changing almost immediately. The pine forests thin. The rock face closes in. By the time you reach Rampur, the Sutlej is a grey-green roar below you and the road is a single lane cut into a cliff…

The Economic Times

Weather Today August 13: Delhi, UP, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Odisha and Bengal brace for heavy rain as IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds

India weather forecast August 13: On August 13th, India is bracing for extensive rainfall and thunderstorms due to a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to strengthen as it moves inland. Regions such as Odisha and West Bengal could see significant downpours, while northern and…

The Economic Times

DMRC urges public to avoid kite flying near elevated Metro lines ahead of Independence Day

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation warns against flying kites near elevated lines. Kite strings can disrupt services and pose serious safety risks to passengers. Metallic manjha contact with overhead wires could prove fatal for individuals. The DMRC has deployed teams to remove kite strings near vulnerable stations. These measures ensure passenger…

The Economic Times

India sets sail to add more trade muscle as it signs PTA terms with SACU

India and the Southern African Customs Union signed terms to start trade negotiations. This move revives talks after previous rounds stalled between 2002 and 2010. New Delhi seeks tariff relief for key export sectors like automobiles and pharmaceuticals. The union comprises South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, and Eswatini. These renewed…

The Conversation

How Gen Z and India’s Cockroach Janata Party are successfully challenging Narendra Modi

Gen Z protesters have taken to the streets in mass numbers in South Asia in recent years — particularly in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, leading to regime change in those countries. These protests are part of a broader, global Gen Z movement.

The Economic Times

CJP being refused venue for meeting due to pressure from BJP, alleges Dipke

A Cockroach Janta Party meeting in Delhi was cancelled Wednesday. Organizers claimed the banquet hall revoked the booking due to pressure. They alleged the ruling BJP intimidated venues against hosting their events. This development follows the CJP announcing its national team recently. The CJP previously led a protest at Jantar…

The Economic Times

Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu: Karnataka to decide future course after SC hearing, says minister

Karnataka faces challenges releasing 12,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu. The state awaits a Supreme Court hearing to determine its future course of action. Officials discussed the matter with the Chief Minister and legal advocates in Delhi. Karnataka argues the requested water release is inappropriate given its…

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