Articles by Aheli Das
Minimum in Delhi drops to 25°C as monsoon trough brings rain
Similar spells of showers are likely in the next two days and IMD officials attributed the reason to the passing monsoon trough
First semester of CUET UG courses may be postponed: Delhi University V-C
Academic calendar of other semesters are not affected and they will start on August 1 as scheduled, the vice-chancellor said
ASI to add height barriers to Monkey Bridge, cops claim plan not discussed
The bridge was damaged around two years ago when truck with a container larger than the permissible heighttried to use the route
Tomato rates soar as Centre looks to south for new stock
Last month, a delayed monsoon and blistering temperatures, followed by heavy rains have disrupted supplies
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 04:30 AM IST
DU students union alleges president holds dual XII marksheets
DUSU VP complains to Delhi University VC about DUSU president holding two 12th board marksheets. ABVP member denies wrongdoing, NSUI demands action.
After morning rain spell, Delhi breathes best air since Sept ’23
The AQI was 79 (satisfactory) at 4pm on Thursday, a drop of 59 points compared to Wednesday’s reading of 136 (moderate).
After morning rain spell, Delhi breathes best air since Sept ’23
Intermittent pre-monsoon showers cleared Delhi's air, marking the first "satisfactory" air quality reading in 282 days. Pollution levels dropped significantly.
Monsoon to hit Delhi by weekend, says Met
The showers on Thursday also waterlogged streets and damaged trees in several parts of the city and disrupted morning rush-hour traffic
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Aheli Das, New Delhi
Conservation work on to return Sheesh Mahal to former glory
Today, Sheesh Mahal, is a site of neglect and deterioration — despite its status as an ASI-protected monument
11K apply for 1,100 PG seats at Delhi’s Ambedkar University
Dr. BR Ambedkar University receives over 11,000 applications for 1,100 PG seats, highest since 2008. Most applications for Economics, English, sociology & business.
Mixed reactions to UGC bi-annual admissions plan
UGC decision to allow bi-annual admissions in regular mode from 2024-25 has mixed reactions in Delhi. Concerns raised on infrastructure & guidelines.
Delhi govt to hold meeting on summer air plan
The summer action plan was introduced by the Delhi government in each of the last two summers to tackle dust and other summer-related pollutants
IMD says warmer days ahead in Delhi, yellow alert issued for Monday
According to the IMD forecast, the maximum is expected to climb to 44°C by Monday, and 45°C by Tuesday
QS World Rankings: IIT Delhi ranked 150; University of Delhi stands at 328
With an improvement of 47 positions from last year’s 197th rank, this is the highest rank that IIT Delhi has achieved
Updated on Jun 05, 2024 04:30 PM IST
52.9°C at Mungeshpur in Delhi was incorrect by 3°C: Met dept blames faulty sensor
The agency deleted the station’s Saturday recording from its website and said the sensor is being replaced
Max temp stays above 45°C for sixth day; IMD predicts rain over weekend
With the month ending on Friday, May this year was the hottest since 2013, when the average of the city’s maximum was 41.5°C
Infant deaths aftermath: Delhi hospitals ramp up fire safety measures
After fire at Baby Care New Born hospital in Vivek Vihar, Delhi health minister announced that the department sought fire safety audit reports from hospitals.
No heatwave for now, but heat index may be worse in Delhi
The heat index in Delhi remained above a searing 50°C for the third day as high humidity persisted to ongoing effects of easterlies.
‘Will vote for a society free of bias where all can coexist peacefully’
18 million people will vote for the first time in 2024. In a series, HT looks at their issues, hopes, grouses
Updated on May 24, 2024 07:24 AM IST
Birds bear brunt of extreme weather, kites worst hit
Veterinarians said kites are the worst affected as there are many hatchlings, following the breeding season in March and April, being affected by the heat. A bird rehabilitation centre in Wazirabad reported 86 cases on a single day, double the number of the highest cases reported in a single day in May 2023.
Cops, labourers, delivery agents: Those under Delhi’s scorching sun in a fix
Scorching temperatures in Delhi force many, like traffic policeman Pawan Tanwar and construction worker Mohammad al-Qamar, to brave the hot sun for their jobs.
JP Aggarwal promises to resolve Chandi Chowk traffic woes, woos traders on promise of reduced tax
Jai Prakash Aggarwal on Sunday said he would transform the area into a heritage hub, as well as support small traders by modifying GST rules, in his “Vision 2029” for the constituency
Delhi scores over 94% in CBSE board results
While the pass percentage of girls in class 10 stood at 94.91%, it was 93.76% for the boys, according to data shared by CBSE
Updated on May 14, 2024 05:32 AM IST
Max touches 40°C for 2nd time this season in Delhi
The mercury will rise further throughout the next week, with the maximum expected to touch 42°C by Tuesday, IMD said
AAP, Cong hold first joint meet at Chandni Chowk in Delhi
Congress and AAP hold joint meeting in Delhi's Shakur Basti to campaign for Congress candidate Jai Prakash Agarwal. BJP nominee Praveen Khandelwal to face off on May 25.
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 03:00 AM IST
JNU teacher under scanner over sexual harassment claims
Students at JNU protest alleged inaction by the university's Internal Complains Committee against a senior professor accused of harassment.
Dust storm takes city by surprise, trace rain brings down mercury
Delhi on Tuesday logged a maximum temperature of 36.8°C, one degree below normal and down from 37.6°C a day before. The minimum temperature was 22.6°C, a minor dip from 23°C logged on Monday
Delhi landfill fire: Residents camp indoors to escape Ghazipur fumes
People living in the shadow of Ghazipur landfill in Delhi are well-versed in how to deal with smoke from fires at what is dubbed the tallest landfill site in the country
New sewage treatment plan for 13th-century reservoir in Delhi
For over a decade, the residents of wards 6 and 8 who live near Hauz-i-Shamsi have complained of polluted drinking water
Rain, gusty winds lash Delhi; more in store: IMD
According to IMD forecast, generally cloudy skies will persist through Sunday as well, with possibility of light rain and thundershowers in parts of the Capital
