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Delhi offers car owners $1,000 to scrap old vehicles – but will it solve the smog nightmare?

Car owners who trade in vehicles bought before 1 April 2020 for an electric model will receive a scrapping incentive of more than $1,060 (£840)

The Independent UK

Delhi notifies permanent Winter Pollution Master Plan; year-round PUC rule among key measures

Delhi has unveiled a permanent Winter Pollution Master Plan, effective annually from November 1 to February 28. This comprehensive strategy targets vehicle emissions, construction, and waste burning with stricter regulations. Notably, fuel will only be dispensed to vehicles with valid PUC certificates year-round. Demolition and construction face a ban from…

The Economic Times

Delhi EV Policy 2026 paves way for hydrogen-powered vehicles

Delhi's new Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 paves the way for hydrogen fuel-based vehicles within four years, aiming to curb vehicular emissions, a major contributor to air pollution. The city plans to introduce two hydrogen-powered buses soon, with the Delhi Transport Corporation collaborating with NTPC for this initiative. This move signifies…

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Union Cabinet approves six-lane Dwarka tunnel, Kanpur-Kabrai highway worth Rs 14,115 crore

The Union Cabinet has greenlit two significant highway projects totaling over Rs 14,000 crore. A six-lane tunnel will soon connect Dwarka Expressway to South Delhi, easing congestion and boosting urban mobility. Additionally, a new greenfield highway will link Kanpur and Kabrai in Uttar Pradesh, promising faster travel and improved logistics…

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22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k gold prices (July 1, 2026) at IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Tanishq, Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers

Gold prices saw a slight dip today, July 1, 2026, across major Indian jewellers. Consumers looking to purchase gold jewellery will find it beneficial to compare rates from brands like Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, and Kalyan Jewellers.

The Economic Times

Delhi HC to hear on July 9 Indian Polo Association's plea over eviction from Jaipur Polo Ground

The Delhi High Court has scheduled a hearing for July 9 on the Indian Polo Association's plea challenging the eviction from the Jaipur Polo Ground. The association fears irreparable damage to the turf before its appeal is heard. The Centre assured no alterations would occur in the interim, with the…

The Economic Times

Delhi govt notifies EV policy, offers tax exemption for electric cars priced up to Rs 30 lakh

Delhi has unveiled its Electric Vehicles Policy 2026, aiming to boost EV adoption and improve air quality. Effective July 1, 2026, electric cars under Rs 30 lakh will enjoy full road tax and registration fee exemptions. The policy also mandates electric auto-rickshaw registrations from January 2027 and phases out petrol/CNG…

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Raghav Chadha wins partial relief in AI-content case; Delhi HC orders takedown of some posts

The Delhi High Court has mandated the removal of certain social media posts that were directed at MP Raghav Chadha, concluding that the remaining material does not hold defamatory implications. In this temporary ruling, the court noted that the issue of personality rights was not relevant. Chadha had requested judicial…

The Economic Times

LPG Gas Rate Today: Check domestic 14 KG cylinder price today in Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and other cities

LPG Cylinder Price Today: Good news for consumers as state-run oil companies have revised LPG prices for July 2026. While domestic cylinder rates remain stable, commercial LPG users, including restaurants and hotels, will see a significant Rs 183.50 reduction on 19 kg cylinders. This brings much-needed relief to businesses after…

The Economic Times

Petrol, Diesel prices cut on July 1: Check latest fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and other cities

Nayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre, attributing the move to easing international crude oil costs. This follows a recent reduction in commercial LPG cylinder prices. While Nayara's over 7,000 stations now offer lower rates, public sector oil retailers, controlling over…

The Economic Times

IMD Weather Update: Yellow alert in Delhi-NCR as monsoon advances; thunderstorms alert in UP, Bihar, Rajasthan and other states

Delhi-NCR anticipates relief from heat with forecasts of light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds as the southwest monsoon advances. Several northern states, including Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh, are on alert for heavy rainfall and lightning. Temperatures across northwest India are expected to drop significantly by July 4, bringing much-needed…

The Economic Times

As BJP govt ads celebrate Ujjwala, beneficiaries count costlier cylinders

This month, LED hoardings inside several metro stations across Delhi show PM Narendra Modi on one side, CM Rekha Gupta on the other, and beaming Indian women in between. These are advertisements marking 12 years of the Modi government and celebrating the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for making kitchens…

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Weather Tomorrow July 1: IMD issues rain alert for Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand; predicts thunderstorms across several states. Full forecast here

Weather Tomorrow: India braces for active weather as the monsoon advances north. Rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are forecast across multiple states, with yellow alerts issued for Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala. Temperatures are expected to drop in northwest India, offering relief from the heat. Residents are urged to stay…

The Economic Times

Rs 700-cr Delhi medical ‘scam’ ignored by primetime TV

A scam involving alleged siphoning of approximately Rs 700 crore, three arrests, and roughly a dozen government officials under investigation went entirely unmentioned on primetime television on Monday, even as anchors spent their segments on the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation theft case, a viral video implicating a Tamil Nadu minister…

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The Independent UK

Cancer-stricken mother fighting to bring home Indian student held in Ukraine after joining Russian army

Delhi court orders urgent action as student's captivity exposes recruitment of Indians into Russia’s war with Ukraine

The Economic Times

BWF shifts India Open Super 750 to February 2027; tournament returns to traditional January slot in 2028

The India Open Super 750 badminton tournament is moving to February for the 2027 season, from February 2-7 in New Delhi, due to player concerns about air quality and venue conditions in January. It will revert to its traditional January slot in 2028. The BWF is also introducing a new…

The Economic Times

SIR process lacks transparency: Aam Admi Party

The Aam Aadmi Party has criticized the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process for electoral rolls in Delhi, labeling it as "non-transparent." AAP's Delhi unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj highlighted the party's past requests for deleted voter names and addresses, which were denied, preventing verification of residency. The month-long voter…

The Economic Times

Election Commission starts SIR voter list verification in Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya and Jharkhand: Important FAQs and what happens if you're not at home?

The Election Commission of India has initiated a Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls across Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya, and Jharkhand. Booth Level Officers are conducting door-to-door verification to update electoral data, ensuring accuracy by identifying eligible voters and removing ineligible entries. This crucial exercise aims to maintain clean voter…

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Delhi plans to ban petrol rickshaws and scooters in effort to cut toxic fumes

Government hopes for 30% of city’s fleet to be electric by 2030, in move hailed as ‘gamechanger’ on air pollution

The Economic Times

Force Motors in pact with road ministry for scheme to modernise Delhi-NCR commercial vehicle fleet

Force Motors has inked a deal with the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways to join the government's commercial vehicle replacement scheme in Delhi-NCR. This initiative, backed by a Rs 9,585-crore fund, encourages replacing older, polluting trucks and buses with BS-VI or electric models. Force Motors will leverage its dealerships…

The Economic Times

Gold rate today (June 30, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Tanishq in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, other cities

Gold prices saw a dip across major Indian jewellery brands on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, offering buyers welcome relief. Leading retailers like Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas reported lower rates for 22-carat gold in key cities.

The Economic Times

Air India upgrades Delhi-Melbourne flights with First Class, Wi-Fi from July 1

Air India is enhancing its Delhi-Melbourne route from July 1 by introducing a refurbished Boeing 777-300ER, featuring a new First Class cabin and increased premium seating. Passengers will also enjoy Wi-Fi, upgraded interiors, and refreshed onboard services. This upgrade is part of a broader fleet transformation, aiming to boost passenger…

The Economic Times

SIR Delhi 2026 Starts: How to check your name in SIR electoral roll online, process, eligibility and all other detail you need to know

Delhi SIR 2026 Starts: Know how to check your name in the electoral roll online, eligibility rules, verification process, documents required and what voters need to do. Delhi's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is underway, with Booth Level Officers verifying voter details door-to-door. Residents can check their names…

The Economic Times

Ola Electric, Ather Energy shares jump up to 11% as Delhi govt approves new EV policy. What to expect?

Shares of Ola Electric and Ather Energy surged up to 11% after the Delhi Cabinet approved the EV Policy 2.0 with a Rs 15,000 crore outlay. The policy offers incentives for electric two-wheelers, targets 95% EV registrations by 2027 and is expected to accelerate electric mobility adoption in the capital.

The Economic Times

Applying for a US visa? Your choice of Indian city could cut wait time by months

Indian citizens seeking US visitor visas face significant appointment delays, with wait times stretching up to ten months in cities like Mumbai and Hyderabad. Kolkata currently offers the shortest queues, averaging four months. While student and work visas generally have much shorter waiting periods, applicants are advised to check the…

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