Delhi Government

April 17, 2025 9:08 AM

Ayushman cards to be launched in Delhi for all income groups aged above 70 by April-end

The Delhi government will launch 'Ayushman Cards' for all income groups aged above 70 years by the end of April 2025. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with other Cabinet Ministers, on Wednesday chaired a meeting at which MLAs and officials from the state and Central governments were present. This initiative is a part of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), which aims to provide health insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and ...

February 8, 2025 6:10 PM

BJP to form government in Delhi after 27 years; PM Modi to address party workers

The Bharatiya Janata Party is set to form the next government in the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT-Delhi) after 27 years, having crossed the majority mark of 36 seats in the 70-member assembly and beating the 10-year rule of Aam Aadmi Party. The last time a BJP-led government was in Delhi was between 1993-1998. According to latest trends from the Election Commission at 4:30 PM, the BJP has won 40 seats, and leading in 8 others. Meanwhile, the Aam Aadmi Party has only won 17 seats, an...

December 20, 2024 8:58 AM

Delhi govt imposes permanent ban on crackers, Supreme Court informed

The Delhi government, on Thursday, announced a complete ban on all types of firecrackers in the national capital with immediate effect throughout the year, starting from January 1, 2025. According to a government order issued in this regard, the sale, storage, and use of firecrackers will be completely banned. During the hearing on Thursday, the Delhi government informed the apex court about the complete ban on firecrackers amid the increasing air pollution in the city. The Delhi government's ...

October 21, 2024 11:04 PM

Delhi govt to establish special courts for people with disabilities

The Delhi government has announced the establishment of special courts dedicated to addressing the needs of people with disabilities. The initiative, approved by Chief Minister Atishi, aims to streamline the judicial process for individuals with disabilities, providing them with fair, swift, and inclusive justice. “This is a historic step by the Delhi government toward ensuring justice for people with disabilities,” said CM Atishi. “By approving the establishment of these special courts,...

September 9, 2024 5:35 PM

Delhi govt bans production, sale and use of firecrackers till Jan 1

The Delhi government has announced a comprehensive ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers in the national capital. The prohibition will remain in effect until January 1, 2025, as declared by Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday. "The Kejriwal government has imposed a complete ban on the manufacturing, storing, sale, and usage of firecrackers to control the rise in pollution levels during the winter season," Rai said. He added that online sales and delivery of fi...

September 16, 2024 5:45 PM

Delhi Government to hold an emergency meeting to address the issue of water shortage

Facing an acute water shortage across the national capital, the Delhi government has called an emergency meeting on Thursday to discuss measures to address the escalating crisis. The high-level meeting at the Delhi Secretariat will be chaired by Water Minister Atishi and Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj, with all senior officials including the Chief Secretary in attendance. The move comes amid growing public anger over erratic and inadequate water supply that has forced residents in many areas...