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Faridabad News : एयरपोर्ट की तर्ज पर डेवलप होगा फरीदाबाद रेलवे स्टेशन, जानें क्या-क्या होंगी सुविधाएं
नई दिल्ली : ऐसे समय में जब नई दिल्ली और दिल्ली छावनी रेलवे स्टेशनों में बड़े बदलाव की तैयारी है, फरीदाबाद रेलवे स्टेशन को भी नया रूप दिया जा रहा है। फरीदाबाद रेलवे स्टेशन एनसीआर के महत्वपूर्ण स्टेशनों में से एक है। भारतीय रेलवे के तहत रेल यात्रियों को विश्व स्तरीय सुविधाएं प्रदान करने के लिए नॉर्दर्न रेलवे के फरीदाबाद स्टेशन को भी चुना गया है। रिपोर्ट के अनुसार फरीदाबाद रेलवे स्टेशन रिडेवलपमेंट प्रोजेक्ट की कुल लागत 262 करोड़ रुपये है। दो स्टेशन बिल्डिंग का होगा निर्माण यह स्टेशन दिल्ली को...
Delhi L-G seeks report on delay in action over CVC report on additional classrooms in govt schools
The 2020 CVC report is on additional classrooms constructed in different Delhi government schools by the Public Works Department, sources said. (Representational Image) NEW DELHI: Delhi lieutenant governor VK Saxena has sought a report from the chief secretary over a delay of 2.5 years on part of the Vigilance Department in acting on the Central Vigilance Commission's inquiry report into the construction of additional classrooms in Delhi government schools, Raj Niwas sources said.
Drive in to charge your electric vehicle: Work starts on 14 stations in Delhi
NEW DELHI: While the capital would soon have seven new public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at bus depots and terminals of the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC), the process to create more such facilities at 14 Cluster Scheme bus depots has already started. The Delhi government plans to open 100 new charging stations across the city by September this year.
Rajendra Nagar Stays With AAP
New Delhi: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) registered a decisive win in the Rajendra Nagar assembly bypoll with its candidate Durgesh Pathak defeating his nearest rival, Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) Rajesh Bhatia by a margin of nearly 11,500 votes. The high-voltage campaign for the seat witnessed a series of roadshows by Delhi chief minister and AAP’s national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Pathak, which were thronged by huge crowds.
Airport-Like Feel, Easier Entry And Exit For Delhi Cantonment Railway Station
The station located on the Delhi-Jaipur railway line will not only get a new façade and a facelift, but also an elevated road to make access easier NEW DELHI: Built more than a century ago, the quaint Delhi Cantonment Railway Station is about to undergo a major revamp. The station located on the Delhi-Jaipur railway line will not only get a new façade and a facelift, but also an elevated road to make access easier.
Curbs on heavy vehicles in Delhi for cleaner winter air
This winter, the prohibition is likely to remain for three months. NEW DELHI: To reduce the chances of air pollution during the winter months, the Delhi government has decided to prohibit the entry of heavy and medium goods vehicles between November 1, 2022 and February 28, 2023, sources said. However, goods vehicles carrying essential items and CNG-run or electric vehicles are likely to be exempted from the ban.
Viral fears, again: 4 districts in ‘red’ with weekly +ve rate of above 10%
New Delhi: While Delhi has mostly reported around 1,500 new Covid-19 cases every day in the last one week, the test positivity rate has seen a major spike. In the last one week, four revenue districts — East, Central, South and North West — have entered the “Red zone” with average weekly positivity rate of above 10%. South district has consistently seen the highest positivity rate, while last week East district witnessed a massive jump in the weekly positivity rate, which stands at 13.11%.
Under scanner: QR code may help with PUCC check in Delhi
If the QR code is introduced, it will become easier for enforcement teams to track records and prosecute offenders NEW DELHI: The Delhi government is planning to issue QR codes to all vehicles in the city, which will help enforcement officials get all details, including the validity of pollution under control certificate (PUCC), traffic challans issued or any other prior violations by a simple scan.
Delhi: Portal for e-cycle subsidy of Rs 5,500 to go live next week
The e-cycles will not have registration plates, but the transport department will provide a unique number to each e-cycles sold, which would help in accessing the battery number, model, etc (Representative image) The e-cycles will not have registration plates, but the transport department will provide a unique number to each e-cycles sold, which would help in accessing the battery number, model, etc (Representative image) The e-cycles will not have registration plates, but the transport...
Metro’s flying squads back to ensure mask compliance
New Delhi: With the number of Covid-19 cases on the rise, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has increased the deployment of flying squads in trains and at stations to ensure that the precautionary steps are being strictly followed. “DMRC is adopting all necessary measures to ensure adherence to the Covid protocols.
‘ISBT’ at Delhi airport for luxury buses from Punjab
CM Arvind Kejriwal and his Punjab counterpart, Bhagwant Mann, flag off the first batch of luxury buses from Jalandhar NEW DELHI: The Delhi government has created a special “staging area” for luxury buses coming to Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) from Punjab. The location, near Centaur Hotel, has been notionally “designated” as an interstate bus terminal (ISBT).
Delhi clock peak power demand of 7,334MW on Wednesday, highest ever in June
Photo for representative purpose only NEW DELHI: The unrelenting heat and humidity pushed Delhi to clock peak power demand of 7,334MW, on Wednesday, the highest ever in the month of June. The peak power demand, also the season’s highest, was recorded at 3.35 pm on Wednesday. Continuing its northward climb, peak power demand in Delhi has crossed the 7,000MW-mark on six occasions in June of 2022. Before June 9, Delhi’s peak power demand had never crossed 7,000MW during the month of June.
Green Charge: All Bus Depots To Be Electrified
AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: While the national capital now boasts of three electric bus depots to house more than 300 e-buses being inducted in Delhi Transport Corporation’s (DTC) fleet, the Aam Aadmi Party government has started the process of “electrifying” all 62 bus depots in the city. The Delhi government created two bus depots to accommodate e-buses at Mundhela Kalan and Rohini Sector-37, besides upgrading the Rajghat depot.
Four Districts Bear Brunt Of Covid Resurgence
AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: With the number of fresh Covid-19 cases and test positivity rate on a steady rise, the last one week has seen four revenue districts — South, East, Central and North West — enter the “Orange Zone” with average weekly positivity rates above 5%. While four out of the 11 revenue districts have recorded an average positivity rate of more than 5%, South district has recorded the highest positivity rate of 5.48%.
Delhi: From 1,000 mask fines a day, June sees a drop to 600; experts advise caution
Experts are stressing the need to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour strictly by wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places. Experts are stressing the need to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour strictly by wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places. Experts are stressing the need to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour strictly by wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places.
AA Text Size Small Medium Large NEW DELHI: The steady rise of Covid-19 cases in Delhi saw a significant spurt on Saturday, with 795 new cases, with a test positivity rate of 4.11%. While the number of cases in a single day is the highest since May 13, the positivity rate in the capital breached the 4%-mark after 32 days. The cases recorded in the last 24 hours are from 13,190 RTPCR, CBNAAT and True Nat tests and 6,136 rapid antigen tests.
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation seeks bank loan of Rs 2,700 crore for Express Line
AA Text Size Small Medium Large The loan amount will be used to pay the Reliance Infra subsidiary DAMEPL in accordance with court orders New Delhi: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has invited bids from 18 public and private sector banks to raise a loan of Rs 2,700 crore for 15 years, sources said.
Changing tack: Metro to outsource upkeep of Silver Line trains
AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has put the process of procuring six-coach “driverless” trains for the three upcoming Phase-IV corridors on a fast track. In a first, out of the 52 trains to be procured, 13 would be deployed at the standalone Tughlaqabad-Aerocity corridor (Silver Line) and maintained by a private entity. A DMRC spokesperson said maintenance of the rolling stock on Silver Line would be outsourced.
shahdara: One-third commuters reach Shahdara station by foot, Delhi Metro plans revamp to help them | Delhi News - Times of India
AA Text Size Small Medium Large DMRC’s findings show 4 out of 10 commuters access Shahdara station through e-rickshaws (41%) and one-third of passengers reach the station on foot NEW DELHI: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is planning to redesign the spacious parking area outside Shahdara Metro Station in east Delhi and give it a “green” makeover.
300 electric mini-buses on feeder routes for green ride in Delhi
AA Text Size Small Medium Large The 300 electric mini-buses would be an addition to the 100 e-buses of similar size that Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is in the process of inducting in its own feeder fleet. The 300 electric mini-buses would be an addition to the 100 e-buses of similar size that Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is in the process of inducting in its own feeder fleet.
Delhi: Disruption in power supply due to thunderstorm
AA Text Size Small Medium Large Tree uprooted at Lajpat Nagar Ring Road due to heavy rain and thunderstorm. (Photo: Rajesh Mehta) NEW DELHI: While the heavy rain, accompanied by gusty winds and thunderstorms on Monday evening brought the mercury down in Delhi, it also affected the power supply in several areas due to damage to electrical infrastructure.
Driverless Train For Central Vista Loop Corridor? Plan Set In Motion
AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: The automatic people mover (APM) system that will connect the upcoming Central Secretariat buildings with the existing Central Secretariat Metro station as part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, may see ‘driverless’ trains operating on the more than 3-km-long loop corridor.
Getaway within Delhi: Eco park opens with AC rooms, restaurants and pool
AA Text Size Small Medium Large The Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation project never quite took off the way it was expected to. NEW DELHI: Delhi government’s Chhawla-Kanganheri eco-tourism park in southwest Delhi, developed as a getaway destination set in a rural ambience, is now getting more visitors.
Covid-19: Over 1.5 crore in Delhi fully vaccinated, most for a city
AA Text Size Small Medium Large Image used for representational purpose only NEW DELHI: Delhi has become the only Indian city to achieve the milestone of fully vaccinating 1.5 crore individuals against Covid-19. The number of people who have received the second dose on Wednesday morning stood at 1,50,17,733 out of a total 3,41,07,742 of total individuals administered the vaccine. More than 10.5 lakh third doses have also been administered in Delhi.
DTC enters electric age: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal flags off 150 buses, promises 2,000 within a year
News City News delhi News DTC enters electric age: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal flags off 150 buses, promises 2,000 within a year AA Text Size Small Medium Large CM Arvind Kejriwal said Delhi government was planning to spend Rs 1,862 crore on this project over the next 10 years NEW DELHI: Delhi Transport Corporation’s (DTC) dry phase came to an end after more than a decade and its fleet entered the electric age after chief minister Arvind Kejriwal flagged off 150 e-buses from Indraprastha Depot...
Delhi govt may issue norms on e-cycle subsidy this week
Delhi govt may issue norms on e-cycle subsidy this week AA Text Size Small Medium Large The govt will also provide a purchase incentive of 33% of the price, up to Rs 15,000 per vehicle, to the first 5,000 e-cargo cycle buyers. (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Delhi government is expected to issue guidelines and procedures to receive financial incentives this week for its electric vehicle (EV) policy that was announced last month, sources said.
Delhi Transport Corporation to take you on 11 routes across 5 states
Delhi Transport Corporation to take you on 11 routes across 5 states AA Text Size Small Medium Large These buses would ply on 11 routes across five states — Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab — and Chandigarh. NEW DELHI: Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is planning to reintroduce its once popular interstate bus services, thanks to CNG-run buses customised for long-range travel.
Users unhappy over Uber decision on pick-up fees
Users unhappy over Uber decision on pick-up fees AA Text Size Small Medium Large Picture used for representational purpose only NEW DELHI: New features introduced by app-based cab aggregator Uber to reduce instances of drivers cancelling trips such as informing drivers upfront about destination and payment mode and a ‘long pick-up’ fee have received a mixed verdict from users and transport experts.
Green wheels: Delhi crosses 50,000 mark in electric vehicle sales
Green wheels: Delhi crosses 50,000 mark in electric vehicle sales AA Text Size Small Medium Large Picture used for representational purpose only NEW DELHI: The city has crossed another milestone in its journey towards becoming the country’s electric vehicle hub.
Peak power demand in Delhi crosses 7,000 MW-mark
Peak power demand in Delhi crosses 7,000 MW-mark AA Text Size Small Medium Large Picture for representational purpose only. NEW DELHI: The relentless heat resulted in Delhi recording a peak power demand of 7,070 megawatt (MW)-mark on Thursday night, which is not only the highest this season but also the highest ever for the month of May. On May 12, the national capital had recorded a peak power demand of 6,780 MW, the highest ever for the month of May till then.
Trip cancelled? Uber to show destination upfront to drivers
Trip cancelled? Uber to show destination upfront to drivers AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: A new “upfront destination” feature introduced by Uber allows cab drivers to decide if they want to accept a trip or not. The company said the new feature was aimed at addressing the biggest pain point of users — drivers cancelling trips at the last moment. Not only the destination, drivers can now see the payment option, digital or cash, upfront too.
Uphill task: 1 fireman for 7,000 Delhiites, 30,000 calls/year - Times of India
NEW DELHI: With one fireman each for around 7,000 Delhiites and 30,000 fire calls received on average a year, the current heatwave conditions have only stretched Delhi Fire Service (DFS) to its limits. Not only has the number of calls being received gone up, the nature of fire emergencies has also thrown a challenge. Atul Garg, DFS chief, told TOI that usually 60-70 calls per day were received during winter compared with around 160 daily in summers.
Green Ride: Over 100 E-Buses Likely To Hit Delhi Roads Next Week
Green Ride: Over 100 E-Buses Likely To Hit Delhi Roads Next Week AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: More than 100 electric buses are likely to hit the roads of Delhi next week. Currently, Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has deployed two e-buses, and with the new batch, the total number of buses in the city’s public transport fleet will reach an all-time high of 7,100.
...Delhi Metro to find way out of Karol Bagh maze
...Delhi Metro to find way out of Karol Bagh maze Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large E-rickshaws can be seen clogging traffic on the arterial Pusa Road, where Karol Bagh Metro Station is located NEW DELHI: Located around half a kilometre from one of Delhi’s most popular markets, the area outside Karol Bagh Metro Station buzzes with activity almost throughout the day, mostly caused by a large congregation of e-rickshaws.
Another day, another May peak as power demand rockets to 6,780MW in Delhi - Times of India
NEW DELHI: The relentless heat, coupled with humidity, resulted in power demand surging to yet another record level on Thursday. The city’s peak power demand not only clocked the season’s highest of 6,780 megawatt (MW), but also the highest ever for May. The record-breaking power demand comes just a day after peak power demand clocked 6,572 MW in the afternoon, the highest ever in the month of May till then.
Short of space, Delhi Development Authority seeks leeway on planting trees
Short of space, Delhi Development Authority seeks leeway on planting trees Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large According to officials, the increase in tree cover has largely been due to the mandate of planting 10 saplings for each tree felled for any development project NEW DELHI: As finding vacant land for compensatory afforestation for different projects has become increasingly difficult, Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has requested Delhi government to relax the norm of planting...
Heat’s on, demand at new peak of 6,572 MW for May
Heat’s on, demand at new peak of 6,572 MW for May Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: After a brief rain-induced hiatus, power demand has started surging again. On Wednesday, the peak power demand clocked 6,572 MW at 3.30pm, which was not only the season’s highest, but also the highest ever for May. Till Wednesday, the highest peak power demand was witnessed on May 31, 2019 at 6,461 MW.
Delhi Metro’s smart switch helps riders go upwardly mobile
Delhi Metro’s smart switch helps riders go upwardly mobile Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large NEW DELHI: From alerts on phones just before the destination station arrives to real time operation status of every train corridor and locating the metro station nearest to them, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation’s revamped website and mobile application have been coming to the aid of commuters since February. The new featureshave resulted in callsmade to DMRC’s helpline dipping by 23%.
Cement segment of Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor slips during load capacity testing
Cement segment of Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor slips during load capacity testing Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large The under construction 82-km-long RRTS corridor between Meerut and Delhi promises to bring down traveling time to around 55 minutes. (File photo) NEW DELHI: A pre-cast cement segment of the upcoming high-speed Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor slipped at a construction site near the Modi Nagar North station on Tuesday evening.
Work to begin on 8 new driving test tracks soon
Work to begin on 8 new driving test tracks soon Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: The capital will soon boast of 20 new test tracks in Delhi, including two that were recently opened in Lado Sarai and Hari Nagar. With 12 operational tracks, work on eight is expected to begin soon. Delhi government had identified new sites for automated driving test tracks at educational institutions last.
Rain takes load off power demand in Delhi, but heatwave may return next week
Rain takes load off power demand in Delhi, but heatwave may return next week Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large On Thursday, the humidity levels oscillated between 38% and 81%. (file photo) NEW DELHI: Rain, accompanied by winds, has put the brakes on the capital’ssurging power demand, at least for now. On Thursday, Delhi’s peak power demand clocked 5,218 MW at 4.03pm, officials said.
By July, Delhi Metro’s airport express line will run deeper into Dwarka
By July, Delhi Metro’s airport express line will run deeper into Dwarka Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large Image used for representational purpose Image used for representational purpose Image used for representational purpose NEW DELHI: In the next three months, Delhi Metro’s high-speed Airport Express Line will extend deeper into Dwarka sub-city, thanks to a 1.7km underground section that is now nearing completion.
6,194MW: Heat tips balance of power in May in Delhi
6,194MW: Heat tips balance of power in May in Delhi Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large The official said that BSES had established a war room to review complaints and ensure a quick resolution of complaints by setting up dedicated teams headed by senior officials NEW DELHI: Delhi recorded the highest peak power demand ever in the first week of May on Monday — 6,194 MW.
Ready for power peaks: Discoms
Ready for power peaks: Discoms Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: After two days of record-breaking power demand of more than 6,000 megawatts, the peak power demand in the city dipped to 5,789MW on Saturday. Despite the surge caused by the unabated heat, Delhi hasn’t suffered any power outages and the electricity distribution companies said they were prepared to meet any increased demand.
On a high: Metro to get its highest station in Phase IV
On a high: Metro to get its highest station in Phase IV Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large New Delhi: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is all set to scale new heights with its Phase-IV expansion, literally. The under-construction Janakpuri West-RK Ashram Marg corridor will boast of not only Delhi Metro’s, but one of the world’s tallest stations at Haiderpur Badli. This section will also see Delhi Metro’s highest ever station.
In a month, 3,000 vehicles fined for lane violations in Delhi
In a month, 3,000 vehicles fined for lane violations in Delhi Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large The transport department plans to crack down on bus lane violations in select stretches of the capital, including Ring Road and Outer Ring Road NEW DELHI: A month since Delhi government’s transport department began enforcing lane discipline, more than 3,000 vehicles have been penalised.
Delhi: At Azadpur metro station, three isn’t a crowd
Delhi: At Azadpur metro station, three isn’t a crowd Top Searches AA Text Size Small Medium Large Azadpur station first became an interchange facility in 2017 NEW DELHI: Work to make the Azadpur metro station in north Delhi the second triple interchange facility of the Delhi Metro network has picked up pace. Currently, the Kashmere Gate station is the only such facility in the network and is a meeting point for three different train corridors.
Tighter DL Norms To Bring E-Ricks In Line
New Delhi: In a move that aims to make the national capital’s roads safer , the Delhi government’s transport department has started a crackdown on e-rickshaw drivers who don’t hold a permanent driving licence . A valid driving licence is now a must for buying an e-rickshaw and the department is carrying out an enforcement drive to ensure that drivers already plying these vehicles have a driving licence too.
Pandemic-hit Delhi Metro crosses 45 lakh trips a day again in April, gets 75% of commuters back
NEW DELHI: With most of Covid-19 restrictions eased, Delhi Metro ’s ridership has been increasing for the last two months and the last two Mondays have seen the mass transit system regain more than 75% of its pre-pandemic footfall . Delhi Metro usually witnesses the highest footfall of the week on Mondays and the number of ‘passenger trips’ recorded on February 7, 2022, a Monday, was 30.5 lakh.
Covid-19: No mask fine if travelling in personal car in Delhi
Image used for representational purpose only NEW DELHI: Wearing a face mask is once again mandatory in the national capital with the Delhi government on Friday imposing a fine of Rs 500 for any violation with immediate effect. People travelling in a private four-wheeled vehicle, however, are exempt from paying a fine for not wearing face masks. The exemption will not be applicable to people travelling by taxis or app-based cabs.
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