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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 20, 2025 12:13 PM

Will continue to inspire: Tributes pour in on Sheila Dikshit’s death anniversary

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday paid tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit on her death anniversary. Taking to social media, Gupta said, "Humble tribute to former Chief Minister of Delhi Smt. Sheila Dikshit ji on her death anniversary." Dikshit, a senior Congress leader and the longest-serving Chief Minister of Delhi, led the city for three consecutive terms from 1998 to 2013. Remembering her contribution, the Congress party said on X: “Respectful tribute on the d...

July 19, 2025 10:10 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, lauds her service to the capital

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended birthday greetings to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, commending her dedication to public service and contributions to the development of the national capital. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Best wishes to Delhi Chief Minister, Smt. Rekha Gupta ji, on her birthday. Rising through the ranks, she has always remained active in serving Delhi. As Chief Minister, she has undertaken numerous initiatives for the city’s welfare. May she be...

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...

July 6, 2025 5:10 PM

Health Minister JP Nadda distributes appointment letters, flags off Ayushman Bharat registration vans in Delhi

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Sunday distributed appointment letters to newly recruited nursing officers and paramedical staff, and flagged off Ayushman Bharat Registration Vans in the presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at an event held at Vigyan Bhawan. Describing the occasion as momentous, Nadda noted that this is the first time in 15 years that Delhi’s nursing officers and paramedical staff have received appointment letters. He emphasized that this recruitment mark...

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...

June 5, 2025 4:47 PM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces addition of 280 electric buses, targets fully electric fleet by 2027

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, marking World Environment Day on Thursday, announced the addition of 280 electric buses to the city’s public transport fleet. “We have decided to add 280 electric buses to Delhi's fleet. By 2027, the entire fleet of buses operated by the Delhi government will be electric,” Gupta said. “We are also introducing a new EV policy,” she added. Highlighting the safety and comfort features of the new buses, Gupta said, "These buses are a tremendous asset ...