Political tensions between Congress and the BJP are rising as both parties prepare for major public events over the ongoing controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Congress has announced a 'Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao' rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi on November 1, 2026, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to attend a BJP-organised padayatra in Telangana on November 2. The announcements come amid growing disagreements over the

Delhi BS6 vehicle entry ban from Nov 1 may affect 10 lakh NCR vehicles. Commuters from Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad face NCR commuters entry restrictions. Delhi border ANPR camera checks will enforce the rules, with exemptions for eligible CNG and electric vehicles.   Delhi is preparing to introduce strict vehicle entry restrictions from November 1, 2026, potentially affecting more than 10 lakh vehicles across the National Capital Region (NCR). Under the new rules

Diljit Dosanjh Delhi Concert Permission Diljit Dosanjh’s planned October 30 performance at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi has hit a hurdle after Delhi Police declined permission for the event. The concert was scheduled to open the India leg of his Aura Tour. The Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, South District, communicated the decision in a le

A journey to a place of worship ended in tragedy in Rajasthan on Saturday morning, October 17, 2026, when a minibus carrying pilgrims overturned and fell into a ditch along the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Kota. Eight people were killed and several others injured. The passengers were travelling from Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh to Khatu Shyam in Rajasthan. Their highway journey turned into an emergency after the vehicle went off the road. Five of those who died were women, according to

The Supreme Court CJP Tiranga march plea over Central Park closure was not heard urgently on Friday. Judges raised traders' livelihood concerns as Delhi Police increased security and the NDMC kept the park shut.   The Supreme Court on Friday, October 16, 2026, declined an urgent hearing on a petition challenging the closure of Central Park in Delhi's Connaught Place ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) proposed Tiranga march. The court expressed concern over

Bihar Neora-Jatdumri rail line has received CRS approval after a 120 kmph trial. The Neora-Jatdumri railway project will create a Patna freight train bypass and help reduce Delhi-Howrah rail congestion while freeing capacity for passenger trains.   Bihar's 20-km Neora-Jatdumri rail line has received approval from the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), paving the way for train operations on the newly constructed section. The approv

CJP leaders judicial custody follows the Jantar Mantar protest involving Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. The anti-CEC protest Delhi row has intensified after an FIR over alleged trespassing at the recently denotified protest site. CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were sent to five days of judicial custody on October 14, 2026, in connection with an alleged trespassing incident at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. They are set to be lodged in Tihar Jail.

Jantar Mantar protest venue status has been withdrawn as Delhi Police designates three new protest sites. Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground will host demonstrations, with revised police guidelines expected soon.   Jantar Mantar, one of Delhi's most recognised locations for public demonstrations, will no longer serve as an officially designated protest venue. Delhi Police has announced three alternative locations for protests and sit-ins, marking a signif

The Cockroach Janta Party has announced another protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Sunday, October 11, following Saturday’s extensive police restrictions and detentions. The party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. CJP leader Ajinkya Shinde took charge of the mobilisation after founder Abhijeet Dipke and co-convenors Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained. Shinde announced plans for supporters to gather at 10 AM

Jewar Airport renamed Narendra Modi International Airport after the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the proposal. CM Yogi Adityanath announced the decision, highlighting Noida International Airport's role in improving Delhi-NCR connectivity. The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the renaming of Noida International Airport in Jewar as Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the decision on Friday, October 9, 202

The Delhi CJP protest planned for October 10 has prompted major security measures. Police have denied permission for the Jantar Mantar gathering and proposed Delhi Metro restrictions at 57 stations amid demands for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.   Delhi Police Deny CJP Protest, 57 Metro Stations Face Curbs New Delhi, October 9, 2026: Delhi is preparing for major security restrictions ahead of a planned protest by

Jacqueline Fernandez has received a Delhi court NOC allowing her to apply for renewal of her Indian work visa. The Sri Lankan actor remains involved in a ₹200 crore money-laundering case linked to Sukesh Chandrashekar, while the FRRO will decide her visa request independently. A Delhi court has granted actor Jacqueline Fernandez a no-objection certificate allowing her to apply for renewal of her employment visa in India while her money-laundering case continues.

The Delhi Seemapuri building collapse has triggered a major rescue operation after a four-storey residential structure came down. Delhi Fire Service teams, police and MCD officials are searching the debris as several people are feared trapped.   A four-storey residential building collapsed in Delhi’s Seemapuri area on Wednesday afternoon, leaving several people feared trapped and prompting an urgent rescue operation. The Delhi Fire

The INDIA bloc protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar intensified as opposition MPs gathered at Jantar Mantar. The Opposition MPs Jantar Mantar protest follows Congress demands for the CEC’s resignation and concerns over Election Commission decisions. Opposition parties have intensified their protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with INDIA bloc MPs gathering at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and demanding his resignation. The pr

Rahul Gandhi INDIA bloc protest near the Election Commission intensified in Delhi as Opposition MPs joined the Nirvachan Sadan march, demanded Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and raised concerns over the voter roll revision process.   Opposition leaders from the INDIA bloc took to the streets of New Delhi on Tuesday as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi led a march towards the Election Commission of India headquarters at Nirvachan Sadan. The protest centred on allegations

Navpreet Singh was sent to 10 days of Delhi Police custody on October 3, 2026, after being deported from Türkiye. Investigators say they plan to question him over an alleged narcotics network and pursue leads across four Indian states. NEW DELHI — A Delhi court on Saturday, October 3, 2026, granted Delhi Police 10 days of custody of Navpreet Singh following his deportation from Türkiye, allowing investigators to question him over an alleged narc

Delhi winter pollution control measures will begin from November, including Delhi 50% work from home, Delhi parking fee increase, staggered office timings and construction restrictions to reduce winter air pollution. The Delhi government has announced a series of winter pollution-control measures that will come into effect from November 1 as the national capital prepares for the annual deterioration in air quality. The Delhi winter pollution control measur

Delhi park gang-rape case three accused arrested after a 17-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted near Kalkaji Mandir. The Kalkaji park sexual assault case is under a Delhi police POCSO investigation, with CCTV footage used to trace suspects.   A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men who posed as policemen at a park near Kalkaji Mandir in South Delhi, according to police. The incident took place on

The Delhi teen murder case came to light on September 13, 2026, when the decomposed body of a 17-year-old girl was found near a field in Swaroop Nagar, Northwest Delhi. Delhi Police later apprehended four people, including three juveniles, after tracing a suspected tempo through CCTV footage. Investigators are examining forensic and technical evidence as the probe continues.   The Delhi teen murder case came to light on September 13, 2026, whe

Western disturbance rain in North India is set to intensify on September 16 and 17, with Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh facing rain, thunderstorms and isolated heavy showers under the latest IMD weather forecast.   A western disturbance is expected to keep weather conditions unsettled across parts of North India on September 16 and 17, bringing rain, thunderstorms, lightning and isolated heavy showers to several areas.