With news flowing in about the worsening conditions of air quality and pollution, we see a glimmering hope of light for the city of Delhi. The Delhi government on Friday started running an electric bus on trial basis and said tenders for 1,000 such e-buses could be floated as early as December. Image Source The bus,…
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Pollution Emergency for 10 Days In Delhi. Odd-Even Might Come in Play.
Ten areas in Delhi recorded “severe” pollution while 23 areas recorded “very poor” air quality. Gurgaon recorded “severe” air quality at 416, while it was “very poor” in Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Noida and Greater Noida. Image Source As emergency measures to check pollution come into force from Thursday in Delhi-NCR, state pollution control bodies have been…
Panic Button & Vehicle Tracking In Public Transport Mandatory From 1st January
The ministry of road transport recently mandated retrofitting all public transport vehicles with VLT. The VLT, otherwise known as vehicle location tracking, will be part of the plan that also includes emergency buttons. However, the plan will only come into effect from the 1st of January. In fact, the notification will be for all new…
Private Vehicles May Be Stopped From Plying In Delhi, If Pollution Worsens
You might see a ban in the playing of private vehicles in Delhi is coming few days. In fact, the EPCA has already proposed the halting construction, use of diesel run generators, brick knils and the burning of garbage. The proposed plan has to start on November 1 and end on November 10. So, the…
The Delhi Comic-Con Tickets are LIVE NOW!
From the producers of The Iconic New York Comic Con – Comes the 8th Edition of Delhi Comic Con! We won’t exaggerate but this is probably going to be the best weekend of the year! India’s largest pop-culture event is here to sweep you off your feet. Image Source What To Expect At The Event? Like-minded people who…
400 Petrol Pumps In Delhi To Be Shutdown On 22nd And 23rd October
So, the recent developments in the excise duty have led to petrol pumps in Delhi to go under. In fact, the cut in the excise duty by the Centre has lead to losses in states ranging between 20%-30%. Delhi Petrol Dealers Association has called for a shutdown of 400 petrol pumps in Delhi. The call for…
This Group In Delhi Helps Homeless Women Start Life Afresh
Started by Society for Promotion of Youth and Masses, the Collective of Homeless Women is an NGO. It helps homeless women lead a life of dignity by offering them a home in a shelter home. In fact, the organisation also helps these homeless women by imparting skill based training so they can earn a livelihood….
SDMC To Start De-Sealing Process In Delhi Starting Monday
So, starting Monday the SDMC will start regularising commercials units. In fact, the civic body has come out with a set of guidelines for the sealed commercial units. 6,500 commercial units were sealed in the last 9 months. Many of the commercials units sealed were found to be in upscale markets such as Hauz Khas,…
Parking Fee To Be Hiked To Fight Pollution In Delhi, Implemention From 15th
Parking fee and diesel generators will be banned in to fight pollution in Delhi from Monday. In recent news, the government had talked about dishing out a new plan – Graded Response Action Plan – that will lay down stringent measures. In fact, the worsening condition of air pollution in the capital region prompted the conceptualisation…
Purana Qila Lake Gets Its Waters Back, But Without Boats
The Purana Qila Lake on Mathura Road was recently renovated and rehydrated. However, to the disappoint of many a Delhiite, the lake of Purana Qila does not have boats. What to expect at Purana Qila Lake The Purana Qila lake has been bedecked with fountains and promenade running all around. In fact, the compound now also…
This World Mental Health Week, Fortis Tells Us Why It’s Okay To Seek Help
This World Mental Health Week break the taboos surrounding mental health issues. Fortis hospitals all over Delhi NCR is providing psychiatric consultation at only INR 10 till October 12th. People all over the globe are silently suffering, afraid to come out with their feelings. This World Mental Health Week lets join hands and embrace those…
Delhi Metro Card Is Changing Colours To Red, Yellow And Orange
So, here’s the thing guys, the Delhi Metro card/Common Mobility card is changing shades! From being completely blue and having a dull picture :p of the Delhi Metro, it will – in December – shift to being Red, Yellow and Orange. In fact, while the basic features of the card will remain the same, it’ll…
Getting A Driving License In Delhi Might Get Tougher From January 2019
Thinking of getting a driving license next year? Well, we’ve some information that might come in handy for you. From January 2019, getting a driving license in Delhi isn’t going to be as smooth as it is now. Want to know how? Read on. Getting A Driving License To Get Tougher From 2019 Owing to…
Pool Rides May Not Be Allowed In Delhi Under The New Cab Policy
If you use Uber pool or Ola Share or any other car-pool services for your daily commute, then this news might just come as a shocker to you. In a meeting held between high-powered members of the Delhi government, a new cab policy was being discussed under the City Taxi Scheme 2017. New Cab Policy- An…
Delhi NCR Is World’s Sixth Fastest Growing Metro Area!
So, we knew our Delhi’s a big, fast-paced, growth-oriented city. But here’s something that may or may not come as a surprise to you. Delhi’s National Capital Region has been ranked the sixth metro area out of 300 fastest growing best-performing metro areas. Standing just behind Beijing, the NCR region has been ranked so, according…
Delhi Streets To Be Patrolled By 300 Pollution Sensors This Winter
This winter the government plans to keep the pollution level in the national capital in check. At least 300 mobile sensors will ‘move’ around Delhi’s streets this winter. This will be done to keep a tab on the city’s deteriorating air quality, caused mostly by vehicular emissions on busy roads and intersections. These low-cost pollution…
Vat 69 And Smirnoff Sale In Delhi Banned For Two Years
So, in a shocking news update, liquor vendors in Delhi will not be able to sell Vat 69 and Smirnoff bottles in Delhi. Besides, the ban will probably be on all the brands that come under USL (United Spirits Limited). The blacklisting of Vat 69 and Smirnoff The ban came after the brand allegedly started issuing duplicate…
Humayun’s Tomb Dome Will Remain Lit Up At Night Through 2018
In the years gone by, travellers would know they’ve reached Delhi after a glimpse of the Humayun’s Tomb dome. In fact, it used to shine brightly at night so travellers would know where they were. However, due to rapid urbanization and construction, lighting up of the dome stopped. This won’t be the case anymore as…
IGIA Adjudged Most Punctual Among Busiest Airports In The World
Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) is India’s busiest and world’s 20th busiest airport. In fact, it recently achieved the highest on-time performance, albeit for a month, among airports that handle the most number of passengers. The reason behind IGIA upgrade So, a study showed that the IGIA had achieved its highest punctuality in 2018-19 with…
Delhi To Expect Rain During The Weekend, Monsoon Not Over Yet
Has the heat wave got your brain spiralling? Well, worry not because the monsoon isn’t over yet and you can expect rains during the weekend. So, according to the IMD, a low-pressure situation in the Bay of Bengal will cause more rains in North India. In fact, it’s been a while since Delhi witnessed a…
Delhi Gurudwaras To Convert Kitchen Waste Into Bio-Fuel
In an attempt to save energy and preserve our natural resources, Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee has decided to set up biogas plants in all Gurudwara complexes in Delhi and use this clean energy to fire up their kitchen stoves. This initiative has been taken by the committee to address issues like the problem of waste. Kitchen waste,…
Sunday FamJam Scene, This Place Is Offering Every Meal For INR 377
Don’t you feel hungry when you get meals for just INR 377? And we’re not just talking about one thing – IT’S EVERYTHING!! What we love about INR 337 menu So, The Drunken Botanist in celebration of the abolishment of section 377 is offering everything on its menu for 377! Which, frankly, is the best…
From Sunday, You Can Buy Tix For Delhi Metro Airport Line On Phone
So, this Sunday onward, passengers travelling in Delhi metro airport line will be able to buy tix on their phones! Isn’t that absolutely crazy and easy-peasy af? Delhi Metro Airport Line But how does it work? Well, passengers will be able to use the QR code base facility on their to purchase the tix. In…
Jhandewalan Temple Is Turning Flower Waste Into Compost
On a daily basis, 5,000-10,000 devotees visit the Jhandewalan Temple. In fact, most of them offer ‘mata ki chunnis’ or flower garlands while praying inside the temple. However, did you know the temple generates nearly 200 kg of flower waste on a daily basis? Jhandewala Temple: The story behind turning waste to compost On Tuesdays…
200 Men Caught Every Month In Delhi Metro Women’s Coaches
So, studies report that 200 male passengers were pulled out from the women’s coach in the Delhi Metro. And you know what’s really WTF about this? On an average 200 male passengers are pulled out EVERY MONTH!! Yes, people, What The F****! 200 men caught every month in Delhi Metro women’s coaches: The numbers In…
Driver Licence, Ration Card: 40 Government Services Delhiites To At Doorstep
Delhiites can avail 40 government services at their doorstep from today. In fact, these services include obtaining their marriage certificate, driving licence, new water connection etc. 40 government services at the doorstep of one’s home The AAP government launched the doorstep delivery service at 9 AM today. Accordingly, the government will provide 40 services at…
Delhi To Shift To A More Eco-Friendly Fuel Than CNG Soon
Its been almost two decades that Delhi shifted to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a cleaner, eco-friendly fuel alternative to Petrol or Diesel. Although almost all public transports from buses to autos and cabs use CNG, private vehicles have been also opting for it. And it did initially make Delhi environment a better one to…
Delhi Metro Is 2nd Most Unaffordable Transport System In The World
Studies show that a middle-income commuter of Delhi Metro spends 19.5% of their income on travel. However, while the increase in expenditure occurred due to a hike in fares of Delhi Metro, the study had something more to share. According to the report, a commuter must not spend more than 15% of their income on…
Akbar Road Was Temporarily Renamed Atal Road On Sunday
Earlier on Sunday a poster with ‘Atal Marg’ written on it was found pasted on a signboard at Akbar Road in Lutyens’ Delhi on Sunday. The police removed it later. Allegedly about 15-16 men from the self-styled group Rastriya Swabhiman Dal, with its base in Ghaziabad, had put up a poster at Akbar Road-Mansingh Road…
DMRC To Improve Mobile Network Connectivity For Underground Metros
Every Delhizen that commutes via the Delhi Metro is well aware of the network issues that entails with a ride in the underground metro trains. Especially in the newly introduced Magenta Line which is mostly underground, you’d find network inconsistencies to be the number one drawback. However, DMRC has now decided to finally deal with…