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‘11-hour days, zero rest’: Delhi’s teachers say they are breaking under SIR duty

“We are not computers or robots that we will do BLO work after teaching hours too,” says Rajat*, a higher secondary teacher in Ambedkar Nagar, South Delhi.

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Delhi hotel fire: Municipal Corporation of Delhi begins sealing 'unauthorised' establishments in Hauz Khas village, Saidulajab

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has begun sealing unauthorised commercial establishments in South Delhi. This action follows a recent fire incident that claimed many lives. Teams are inspecting buildings for violations of building bye-laws and fire safety norms. The focus is on establishments like restaurants, guest houses and bed and…

The Economic Times

Deadly Malviya Nagar fire triggers MCD crackdown on illegal commercial units

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will start sealing unauthorized commercial properties in South Delhi. This action follows recent tragedies that exposed widespread violations. The drive will target structures breaking building rules and license conditions. Officials are conducting surveys to identify illegal constructions. Enforcement actions are planned across South Delhi zones.…

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Saket building collapse: Municipal Corporation of Delhi drive to identify, seal illegal structures in South Delhi

Two days after a fatal building collapse in Saket, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is initiating a crackdown on illegal constructions in South Delhi. Officials will identify and issue notices to unauthorized buildings exceeding ground plus three floors. A seal-and-vacate drive will commence in areas like Mehrauli and Saket.

The Economic Times

AAP protests outside South Delhi DC office, seeks officer's resignation over Saket building collapse

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers protested in New Delhi. They demanded the resignation of senior officers. This action followed a building collapse in Saket. The incident claimed six lives. Party workers gathered outside the Deputy Commissioner's office. They raised slogans and carried placards. They alleged inaction on illegal construction. The…

The Economic Times

March 25, 2026: Air quality near South Delhi educational hub approaches ‘poor’

For today’s Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited Katwaria Sarai – a bustling hub for South Delhi’s student community. Located near the Indian Statistical Institute, JNU, and NCERT, the area’s air quality is a vital health concern for the thousands of students and workers who commute here every day.

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Jan 29, 2026: The air quality is ‘very poor’ even in south Delhi homes

Is the air in our homes as dirty as the air outdoors? To find out, Newslaundry compared the air quality index (AQI) levels inside and outside a home in Munirka, South Delhi. Using our portable monitoring device – and without any purifiers running – we recorded an outdoor AQI of…

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From Hauz Khas to SDA: Delhi’s posh colonies have stolen your footpaths

Inside Hauz Khas Enclave, yet another posh South Delhi neighbourhood, there’s a sense of calm and quiet affluence. Thanks to the good roads flanked by opulent houses, the serene shade of tall trees, and the metal barricades blocking the streets in the area. But this illusion begins to crack the…

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South Delhi elites are encroaching on public land, one driveway at a time

“There appears to be a concerted effort to regularise illegal constructions by the affluent.”

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May 22, 2025: The air around Delhi’s forests

For this episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry reached the Hauz Rani City Forest – among the several green spaces in South Delhi. Despite the green cover, the AQI at the nearest monitoring station was pegged at 155 or in the moderate category. As per CPCB data, PM2.5 levels were…

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How Delhi’s soaring rent is eating into savings, triggering a student housing crisis

“I make Rs 10,000 through household chores and cooking, of which I pay rent of Rs 4,000 for a single room. Sometimes it gets difficult to put food on the table,” says Sumitra, a mother of two living in Delhi’s Sangam Vihar. Two years ago, she paid Rs 3,000 for…

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Privileges Committee to hear complaints against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has referred complaints against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri for using abusive language against BSP MP Danish Ali to the Privileges Committee. INDIA parties submitted complaints and BJP MP Nishikant Dubey also complained against Ali for allegedly making provocative remarks against PM Modi.

The Hindu

After BJP MP’s communal slur, BSP MP says ‘may consider leaving LS if Speaker doesn’t act’

The opposition is demanding the suspension of BJP’s South Delhi MP Ramesh Bidhuri after his crude slurs targeting the Muslim community and BSP Amroha MP Kunwar Danish Ali in the Lok Sabha. While Speaker Om Birla has reportedly issued a warning against the BJP MP over the remarks, which have…

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Fire Breaks Out At Delhi Hospital, 5 Fire Tenders Rushed

A fire broke out at at the Pheonix Hospital in South Delhi's Greater Kailash Part 1 on Saturday morning. Read on for details:

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PM Narendra Modi hands over EWS flats, says bridge rich-poor gap

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday laid out his vision of Delhi as an ideal city where the poor, who build the city, get due space in planning and access to the best facilities. While handing over the keys of newly constructed flats to slum dwellers in Kalkaji…

The Times of India

2 members of interstate ATM robbery gang nabbed after encounter in Delhi

NEW DELHI: Two members of an interstate gang of Mewat-based ATM robbers have been arrested after a brief exchange of fire near the Bhati Mines Wildlife Sanctuary in south Delhi's Chhatarpur, police said on Sunday.

The Times of India

64 child labourers rescued in Delhi

NEW DELHI: Sixty-four child labourers, who worked at local garages, hotels and other commercial establishments, were rescued on Thursday in a joint operation by the SDMs of Hauz Khas and Saraswati Vihar and the activists of Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA), along with NGO Bal Vikas Dhara, Childline, labour department and…

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Delhi: MCD bulldozers at Shaheen Bagh, residents protest

The locals of Shaheen Bagh area in South Delhi began a protest as the South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) launched its anti-encroachment drive with the help of Delhi Police personnel on Monday. Further details on Dynamite News:

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CPI(M) moves Supreme Court against demolition drive in South Delhi

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has moved the Supreme Court against the demolition of buildings of the people of South Delhi stating that it is total violation of principles of natural justice, statutes and the constitution under the guise of encroachment removal programme.

The Times of India

SC refuses to order status quo on Delhi HC order on Kalkaji Temple

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to grant status quo on a plea challenging the Delhi High Court's verdict which has passed a slew of directions concerning the administration and maintenance of Kalkaji temple in South Delhi .

The Times of India

Delhi's 'Muhammadpur' is now 'Madhavpuram', announces BJP

NEW DELHI: The BJP leaders on Wednesday attended a ceremony to rename South Delhi's 'Muhammadpur' village to 'Madhavpuram', saying the locals did not want to associate themselves with any "symbol of slavery".

The Times of India

Halt demolition of Vasant Vihar ramps, says Delhi high court

NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court Thursday asked South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) not to remove ramps constructed outside houses in the Vasant Vihar area for the time being.

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