Sahitya Kala Parishad recently announced ‘VAMA,’ an exceptional art exhibition showcasing the work of 37 women artists from Delhi. The event took place at the AIFACS Gallery at 1 Rafi Marg. The exhibition spanning is open to the public starting till February 1, 6 pm onwards.
The High Commissioner of Australia, Philip Green, hosted a reception to launch the exhibition titled Modern Tribal – Connecting Traditions at Bikaner House.
The nukkad natak subtly displayed the scenarios within the prison that triggered the emotion of anger while emphasising on the possible methods through which these situations could be managed without causing harm to self or to others. The play also showcased sensitive responses in cases where the prison inmates were disturbed.
Commuters traveling from Barapulla to the Delhi-Noida-Delhi Toll Booth encountered delays on Tuesday due to an unexpected road cave-in at the DND Loop. The incident significantly disrupted traffic, prompting a cautionary advisory from the Delhi Traffic Police.
Ayodhya Airport handled 40 charter flight arrivals and departures on Sunday. It will handle over 100 arrivals and departures on Jan 21 and 22, including special charters, VVIP movement, and scheduled flights. A temporary immigration and customs facility has been set up for overseas visitors.
In preparation for Republic Day, Delhi Police uncovered pro-Khalistan graffiti on a wall in West Delhi's Uttam Nagar. An FIR was filed on Tuesday, and police are currently verifying the details. This incident follows a similar discovery earlier this month when pro-Khalistan graffiti was found on a pillar in West Delhi's Nihal Vihar.
Lithuania Embassy hosts a gathering to commemorate Freedom Defenders Day.
Water supply disruptions in Delhi on Jan 18 and Jan 19 due to flowmeter installation and maintenance at Sonia Vihar Water Treatment Plant. DJB advises residents to ensure adequate supply and offers water tankers.
The second day of the Yuva Natya Samaroh at the LTG Auditorium featured the thought-provoking play 'Chehre,' written by Shanker Shesh and directed by Avinash Singh. The play tells the story of Bharose Ji's demise and the hilarious events that unfold when the villagers take shelter from the rain in a ruined building.
Delhi is preparing for a grand celebration of Diwali in over 100 major markets on January 22, coinciding with the inauguration of Ram Mandir. The festivities are expected to generate business worth Rs 15 thousand crore in the city. Market associations, including the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI), are actively organizing special programs in retail and wholesale markets. Traders have unanimously agreed not to display any political banners or flags during the celebrations.
Recitation of Yajurveda verses has commenced at the Ram Janmabhoomi temple complex in Ayodhya. The recitation, which will last for four days, involves 101 Veda experts and aims to eliminate negative energies. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced that around 100 chartered planes will land in Ayodhya on January 22 for the 'Pran Pratishtha Day' ceremony of the Ram Temple. The consecration rituals for Ram Lalla will begin on January 16, and the Amrit Mahotsav celebrations will take place from January 14 to January 22. Ayodhya aims to implement the 'Kumbh model of cleanliness' for the event.
The smog tower in Delhi's Connaught Place remains locked due to non-payment of salary and lack of job guarantee from the Delhi government. It was inaugurated in 2021 and made operational in November last year following a Supreme Court directive. Delhi Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj criticized the officials for not following ministerial orders and alleged that the smog towers were deliberately locked by the central government. The national capital continues to be covered in haze.
Delhiites continue to shiver in cold day conditions as severe cold day conditions were witnessed in some areas of the capital. The day was gloomy with no sun as an elevated fog layer covered the skies, causing a cooling effect during the daytime. The same fog layer caused a rise in the minimum temperature. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Saturday and Sunday due to expected cold day conditions coupled with moderate to dense fog. The air quality improved within the very poor category on Saturday.
AIIMS Delhi achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully performing an awake craniotomy on a five-year-old girl, utilizing the Conscious Sedation technique for a left perisylvian intraaxial brain tumor. Notably, she became the youngest person globally to undergo this innovative procedure. The young patient's remarkable cooperation and stable postoperative condition underscore the success of the surgery.
Dense fog disrupts train services in Delhi, with 26 trains delayed. Northern and northeastern India face harsh winter conditions with thick fog affecting daily life. Srinagar experiences ice-covered Dal Lake as temperatures drop. Bhankrota area in Jaipur faces reduced visibility due to fog. Delhi and surrounding regions to face cold wave for next 2-3 days. Delhi Airport experiences flight delays. Travelers advised caution during adverse weather conditions.