Panel recommends separate gates, CCTVs to make DU women’s colleges safer

A committee appointed by Delhi University has recommended measures to ensure the safety of female students at colleges affiliated to the university. The measures, which include taller boundary walls, concertina wire, CCTV cameras, separate entry and exit gates and restrictions on outsiders, have been proposed following an incident in March in which men scaled a wall and allegedly molested students at Indraprastha College for Women during an annual cultural festival. The committee was also tasked with proposing ways of preventing future incidents. The university is to notify the guidelines on Monday.

Punjab: Mass evacuations in Ferozepur, Fazilka border villages

Amid India-Pakistan tensions, over 70% of women and children from Ferozepur and Fazilka border villages have been voluntarily evacuated. Men remain to manage farms. Authorities advise calm, enforce blackout measures, and warn against spreading misinformation.

Ludhiana: Amid uproar in MC House, 1,054 agendas passed in 18 minutes

In a contentious 18-minute meeting, Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation passed 1,054 development agendas, sparking Opposition protests. BJP and Congress councillors accused AAP of undemocratic processes, claiming insufficient time to review proposals and demanding proper discussion.

Noida to open two infrastructure projects in two months

Noida Authority plans to inaugurate two long-delayed infrastructure projects within two months: the Bhangel Elevated Road and new administrative headquarters in Sector 96, after multiple deadline extensions and cost escalations due to structural modifications and design challenges.

Car crushed in NH 91 crash in Gr Noida; victims pulled out after breaking windows

Three men were seriously injured when a speeding truck hit their Santro car on NH 91 near Kot village. Locals and police rescued the victims after breaking windows. The truck driver fled the scene. Victims are hospitalized, and no FIR has been filed yet.

GB Nagar gears up for emergency preparedness amid Pak hostilities

Gautam Budh Nagar administration prepares for potential emergencies amid Pakistan border tensions, holding high-level meetings to ensure public safety, prevent panic, and combat misinformation through coordinated inter-departmental efforts and strict social media guidelines.

Ghaziabad shifts power line passing through Madhuban Bapudham housing scheme

Ghaziabad Development Authority shifted a 33kV power line from Madhuban Bapudham housing scheme's pocket B, enabling construction of 1,000 residential plots at a ₹1.2 crore cost, resolving long-standing land and infrastructure challenges.

Ready to work with U.P. govt to create jobs, alleviate poverty: World Bank president

World Bank president Ajay Banga praised Uttar Pradesh's leadership, pledging collaboration to create jobs, combat poverty, and support infrastructure development through private sector engagement and business-friendly policies.

U.P. no longer a barrier in development, but growth engine of India: Yogi

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath met World Bank president, launching 'UP AGREES' and 'AI Pragya' initiatives. Targeting trillion-dollar economy by 2029, the programs aim to boost agricultural productivity and train 10 lakh youths in digital skills.

Chats, documents found in phone of Pak national held in passport case: ED tells court

ED investigating a 53-year-old man arrested for selling fake identity documents to Bangladeshis, suspecting terrorist funding. WhatsApp chats and 20,000 pages of documents found on his phones. Pakistani national charged with helping 200 Bangladeshis obtain Indian documents.

Gurugram metro station on Dwarka expressway spur to come up in Sector 101

A new Gurugram metro station will be built in Sector 101 on the Dwarka Expressway spur, spanning 140 metres. It features two entries, a foot over bridge, and will connect thousands of residents to mass transit, replacing the previously planned metro depot.

Delhi CM Gupta reviews emergency preparedness of hospitals, directs for ready medical facilities

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met with senior health officials to review emergency preparedness amid the India-Pakistan military conflict. She directed hospitals to establish emergency wards, conduct drills, and ensure adequate staff and medicine. Health Minister Pankaj Singh confirmed readiness for emergencies, highlighting upgrades in hospital efficiency and patient services under government schemes. Gupta also addressed recurring medicine shortages.

Gurugram DC reviews air raid preparedness, holds meeting with RWAs

Gurugram Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar met with over 60 Resident Welfare Association representatives to enhance preparedness for air raid-like emergencies. The administration is installing sirens and urging RWAs to establish basement shelters and educate residents on emergency protocols. Kumar stressed the importance of not spreading unverified information and staying informed through official channels.

Boy killed by friends for refusing to demand ransom from his family; 5 minors held in Bijnor

Five minor friends killed a 13-year-old boy in Bijnor after he refused to help them demand ransom from his family. Police arrested the suspects following a gunfight, recovering weapons and confirming the murder during interrogation.

Karnataka govt launches ‘Sanchari Cauvery’ to tackle water tanker mafia

Bengaluru Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar launched the ?Sanchari Cauvery? scheme to combat the "water tanker mafia," providing affordable drinking water directly to residents. The initiative offers Cauvery water at significantly lower prices than the mafia, with a 4,000-litre tanker costing Rs 660. Shivakumar also announced measures to recharge groundwater and enhance security at reservoirs amid ongoing conflicts.

Serving liquor on-site: Excise dept cracks whip, serves notices, warnings to composite shops

Lucknow's excise department issued notices to composite liquor shops after a media expose, warning against on-site alcohol consumption. Inspectors conducted surprise checks, targeting shops violating drinking norms, with promises of future enforcement and potential fines.