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20 Aug

Verified Image of Attacker in Assault on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Released

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi, Rekha Gupta

New Delhi: Authorities have confirmed the authenticity of a photograph showing the man accused of attacking Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta earlier today. The image, which surfaced on social media within hours of the incident, has been officially verified by security agencies. The attack occurred during a public engagement in the capital, triggering a wave of political reactions and renewed concerns over the Chief Minister’s safety. Officials confirmed that the accused was swiftly apprehended at the scene after attempting to assault Gupta. Investigators have so far withheld further information about the suspect, citing the sensitive nature of ongoing inquiries. However,…

20 Aug

Chaos at Public Hearing as Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Attacked, Police Arrest Suspect

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi, Rekha Gupta

New Delhi (National Times): Tension gripped a public hearing at Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s camp office today after a man launched an unexpected attack on her. The incident caused panic among those present, forcing security officials to intervene swiftly. The accused was overpowered and taken into custody by the police. Investigators are now questioning him to determine the reason behind the assault, which has not yet been established. The Chief Minister escaped without injuries, though the episode left the gathering in turmoil. In response, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva issued a strong statement condemning the attack, describing it as “a…

20 Aug

Bomb Threat Emails Target Schools in Najafgarh and Malviya Nagar

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Two schools in Delhi came under a security scare on Wednesday after receiving bomb threat emails. One of the institutions is located in Najafgarh, while the other is in Malviya Nagar, police officials confirmed. The messages prompted swift action, with security personnel rushing to the campuses and carrying out detailed inspections. Fortunately, nothing suspicious has been found so far. The incident has added to growing concerns, as it follows a series of similar threats reported in Dwarka schools earlier this week. Police believe the cases may be connected and are working to trace the source of…

15 Aug

Bomb Threat on Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express Sparks Panic…..

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAmritsar, Delhi, Express, Punjab News, Shatabdi

National Times Bureau :- Independence Day celebrations across the nation took an alarming turn when a bomb threat was reported on the Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express. The train, which departed from Amritsar in the morning, was halted at Ambala station after authorities received the alert. Security Forces on High AlertFollowing the emergency stop, passengers were safely evacuated, and security agencies immediately began a thorough search of the train and passengers. The situation created a wave of fear and tension among travelers. Bomb disposal squads have been deployed, and the investigation is currently underway. Administration Urges CalmThe government and railway authorities have…

11 Jul

Punjab, Gujarat, and Chandigarh Lead India in Sending Students Abroad

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsCanada, India, World NewsDelhi, Haryana, Punjab

New Delhi (National Times): According to a recent report, based on passport issuance data between 2016 and 2021, Punjab, Gujarat, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh have emerged as the top regions in India sending the highest number of students abroad per lakh population. A lot of people from India look forward to moving to other countries, seeking a bright future. In the meantime, let's have a look at what the numbers say. Key Highlights: Punjab tops the chart with 869 students per lakh population going abroad for studies. Gujarat follows closely with 278 students per lakh, while Chandigarh recorded…

10 Jul

Earthquake of Magnitude 4.4 Jolts Haryana, Tremors Felt Across Delhi-NCR

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, TrendingDelhi, Earthquake, Haryana

New Delhi (National Times): A mild earthquake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale struck Haryana’s Jhajjar district on Thursday morning, with tremors felt across several parts of the Delhi-NCR region. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the quake occurred at 9:04 AM, with its epicentre located 3 km northeast of Jhajjar, approximately 51 km west of Delhi. The quake originated at a depth of 10 km below the surface. Residents in parts of Delhi, Gurugram, Rohtak, Panipat, Hisar, and Meerut reported feeling the tremors. While the earthquake caused brief panic in some areas, there have been no reports of…

06 Jul

Public Outcry Forces Delhi Government to Put Brakes on Scrapping Old Vehicles

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

New Delhi (National Times): In a major U-turn driven by widespread public backlash, the Delhi government has paused its controversial order to restrict fuel supply to "end-of-life" vehicles—petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10. Announcing the rollback, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa admitted that the implementation of the policy faced "technological hurdles and complex enforcement challenges." He said the government is now considering a targeted crackdown on visibly polluting and poorly maintained vehicles, rather than penalizing those who maintain their older cars and bikes in good condition. What Triggered the Controversy?The decision comes just a…

25 Apr

BJP Returns to MCD Helm as Raja Iqbal Singh Becomes New Delhi Mayor; AAP Boycotts Polls

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsDelhi, Raja Iqbal Singh

New Delhi (National Times): In a major political shift in Delhi's civic landscape, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reclaimed its hold over the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), with Raja Iqbal Singh elected Mayor following a commanding victory. With 133 out of 142 votes in his favor, Singh outpaced Congress’ Mandeep Singh, who garnered a mere 8 votes, while one vote was invalidated. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) boycotted the elections altogether, accusing the BJP of subverting democratic norms and stating that the saffron party should now "rule Delhi without any excuses." With AAP absent and Congress lacking numbers,…

20 Feb

Rekha Gupta Sworn in as Delhi CM, BJP Forms Government After Three Decades

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBJP Government, CM Rekha Gupta, Delhi

New Delhi, February 20, 2025 – Rekha Gupta took oath as Delhi’s chief minister on Thursday, marking the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) return to power in the national capital after nearly 30 years. The grand swearing-in ceremony at Ramlila Maidan saw an impressive turnout of top BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. A Historic Political Shift Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena administered the oath of office to Gupta, a first-time legislator from Shalimar Bagh. She became the fourth woman to hold the chief minister’s post in Delhi, following Atishi…

19 Feb

Delhi CM-elect Rekha Gupta, BJP leaders to meet LG Saxena to form government

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi, Rekha Gupta

New Delhi (National Times): Delhi's Chief Minister-elect, Rekha Gupta, along with senior BJP leaders, is set to meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at 8:50 PM today to formally claim the mandate to form the next government in the national capital. Rekha Gupta, representing Shalimar Bagh, was appointed the Leader of the House during a BJP legislature party meeting. After a gap of 26 years, the BJP has secured power in Delhi once again, and Gupta will be sworn in as the new Chief Minister at Ramlila Ground this Thursday. Who is Rekha Gupta?Rekha Gupta is a prominent BJP leader who…