Of Delhi’s 1,040 wetlands and waterbodies, none have been officially notified, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation. The city’s drainage plan and system have not been updated since the 1970s. This along with encroachment of the Yamuna floodplains makes things worse.
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Rising Yamuna water level floods surrounding Delhi roads; paralyses traffic
Traffic movement in New Delhi on roads near the Yamuna river has been disrupted and commuters stuck for hours in traffic jams as floodwaters submerged the busy ITO intersection and Rajghat in central Delhi today.
Ajay Banga set to visit India for first time since becoming World Bank chief
Indian-origin World Bank President Ajay Banga will attend the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Ahmedabad next week. This will be his first visit to the country after taking charge at the global lender.
Why has McDonald’s India stopped using tomatoes?
Fast food chain McDonald’s announced it was removing tomatoes from its menu in certain parts of India following the price hike across the country.
Delhi, Mumbai may get more British Airways flights, as the airline aims to benefit from stronger India-UK trade ties
India and the UK are looking to significantly increase bilateral trade; British Airways wants to be a part of the growth story. It has opened a new call centre in India and plans to increase flights from Delhi and Mumbai.
Indian Supreme Court to hear case to deal with suicide by married men
The Supreme Court of India will hear a plea looking to create guidelines to tackle the issue of suicide by married men subjected to domestic violence and abuse.
Guest, staff member collude to run up INR 58 lakh bill at 5-star hotel; check out without payment
A five-star hotel in New Delhi’s Aerocity has alleged that one of its occupants skipped out on paying a massive bill after a long-term stay.
Delhi Police arrest four in USD 20 million scam in joint operation with FBI, Interpol
The Delhi Police in coordination with FBI Legal Attache and Interpol have arrested four men for allegedly cheating US citizens of more than USD 20 million by running fake call centres, officials said.
Delhi Police file chargesheet against Brij Bhushan Sharan; recommend cancellation of POCSO case
The Delhi Police today said outgoing Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh will face sexual harassment and stalking charges after filing a chargesheet against him.
Tourists looking to beat the heat; Shimla sees record footfall of 72 lakh in 2023
A combination of pleasant weather in Shimla and a heat wave across the plains is leading to a record influx of tourists into the hill station.
