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March 2, 2026 3:08 PM

President Murmu calls for independent decision-making, equal opportunities at ‘Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi’ event

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said that true empowerment of women can only be achieved when they are able to make independent decisions, live with self-respect and have access to equal opportunities and security. Addressing the event ‘Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi’, organised by the Government of NCT Delhi in the national capital, the President highlighted the growing achievements of women across sectors while underlining the need to remove persistent barriers. “Today, women are exce...

January 15, 2026 4:44 PM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visits NCC Republic Day Camp, lauds cadets’ discipline and national spirit

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt, praising the cadets for their discipline, synchronised drills and cultural performances that, she said, reflected the heartbeat of the nation. Impressed by the cadets’ marching, band displays and presentations, the Chief Minister commended the NCC’s role in shaping courageous and responsible youth while instilling lifelong values of nationalism, unity and commitme...

October 21, 2025 3:42 PM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta meets PM Modi, extends Diwali greetings

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and extended Diwali greetings during a courtesy visit. In a post on X, CM Gupta expressed her gratitude after meeting PM Modi, describing him as “the world’s most popular leader and India’s illustrious Prime Minister.” “Paid a courtesy visit to the world’s most popular leader and India’s illustrious Prime Minister, Hon’ble Narendra Modi ji, and conveyed heartfelt Diwali greetings. The esteemed Prime Mi...

August 21, 2025 1:47 PM

Delhi CM attack case: Accused Rajesh Khimji remanded to police custody for five days

A Delhi court on Thursday sent Rajesh Khimji, accused of attacking Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, to five days’ police custody. He was produced before the duty magistrate at his residence after a medical check-up at Aruna Asaf Ali Hospital and subsequent referral to LNJP Hospital. Khimji, a native of Rajkot, Gujarat, was arrested after he allegedly attacked Gupta during a public hearing at her Civil Lines residence. A case has been registered at Civil Lines Police Station. Earlier, the Delhi CM...

August 20, 2025 11:05 AM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta allegedly attacked during ‘Jan Sunvai’, Police apprehend one person

The Delhi Police on Wednesday apprehended a man for allegedly attacking Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta during a public hearing (Jan Sunvai) at her Civil Lines residence. “One person has been apprehended and taken to Civil Lines Police Station in connection with the attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai,” the police said in a statement. The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) confirmed the incident, stating that the accused was immediately nabbed by the police and is currently bein...

August 12, 2025 10:30 AM

Union Ministers, Delhi CM flag off Har Ghar Tiranga Bike Rally ahead of Independence Day

A Har Ghar Tiranga bike rally was flagged off on Tuesday from Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, aimed at encouraging citizens to bring the Tricolour home and hoist it in celebration of Independence Day. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and several Members of Parliament jointly inaugurated the event. Speaking to reporters, CM Rekha Gupta said, "With chan...

July 11, 2025 9:39 PM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta distributes Rs 5 lakh each to 24 fire-hit Dilli Haat artisans

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday distributed cheques of Rs 5 lakh each to 24 artisans whose stalls were damaged in a fire that broke out at Dilli Haat in April. On the evening of April 30, a devastating fire broke out at Dilli Haat, INA, completely destroying 24 artisan stalls. Following the incident, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced an ex gratia relief of Rs 5 lakh for each affected artisan. A total amount of Rs 1.20 crore was distributed to 24 artisans who were engaged in displ...

June 20, 2025 10:39 AM

IDY 2025: PM Modi’s efforts gave yoga global recognition, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bringing global recognition to yoga, inspiring countries around the world to embrace the practice with enthusiasm. Addressing an event at a Yoga, Meditation, and Medical Camp in Delhi’s Shalimar Bagh ahead of International Yoga Day, Gupta said, “PM Modi got Yoga Day recognized on the world stage in such a way that every country in the world is adopting Yoga with great affection today… India will be able to...

June 18, 2025 4:42 PM

Yoga, millets, alternative medicine part of our rich cultural heritage: Delhi CM

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday emphasized the importance of yoga, millets, and alternative medicine in fostering a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Speaking at an event in the national capital ahead of International Yoga Day, Gupta praised the rising popularity of millet-based diets in Delhi, calling it a welcome shift toward wellness rooted in India’s cultural heritage. “Yoga, alternative medicine, and millets are part of our glorious cultural legacy,” Gupta said. “Incor...

May 31, 2025 5:46 PM

Finalising policy for launching ₹2,500 Mahila scheme: Delhi CM

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that the poll promise of a ₹2,500 monthly financial dole for poor women in the national capital would be launched soon. She also mocked the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab for either failing to implement similar schemes despite promises or doing so without adequate funding. In a podcast-style interview with actor Anupam Kher to mark the Delhi government’s 100 days in office, Gupta sa...