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Everything you need to know about New Delhi Gpo: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Delhi sees sultry day, highest Yamuna level since 1978

June 19, 2013 at 10:12 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Delhi residents experienced a sultry, rainless Wednesday as the maximum temperature shot up a little at 35.5 degrees Celsius - two notches below average. Thursday will be cloudy.

Swollen Yamuna claims one life, 5,000 evacuated

June 19, 2013 at 10:04 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) A man drowned in the Yamuna river while bathing near its bank, while 5,000 people were evacuated from inundated low-lying areas along the banks Wednesday as water rose to an unprecedented 207.20 metres, the highest since 1978, a Delhi government official said.

Dikshit announces Rs.10 crore for Uttarakhand

June 19, 2013 at 9:56 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Wednesday announced Rs. 10 crore for those affected in the devastating floods in Uttarakhand.

Sultry day in Delhi, Thursday to be cloudy

June 19, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) The temperature in the national capital Wednesday shot up a little at 35.5 degrees Celsius - two notches below average. A bright sun made for sultry day and the Met department forecast a cloudy sky Thursday.

Yamuna water level rises above danger mark

June 19, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (ANI): The water level of the river Yamuna crossed the danger mark here on Wednesday.

Delhi sees pleasant day, Yamuna's level to rise

June 18, 2013 at 7:40 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Delhi saw another pleasant day Tuesday with the mercury dipping to 32.1 degrees Celsius, seven notches below average. The met department has forecast light showers Wednesday.

Air passenger traffic up five percent in May

June 18, 2013 at 3:40 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Domestic air passenger traffic increased 4.81 percent in May, the civil aviation ministry said Tuesday.

Yamuna flows over danger mark in Delhi

June 18, 2013 at 11:32 AM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The Yamuna river is flowing over the danger mark in the national capital, an official said Tuesday.

Drizzle in Delhi, more rain expected

June 18, 2013 at 10:12 AM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Delhiites woke up to a pleasant weather Tuesday morning with overcast skies and light drizzle. The weatherman has forecast rain in parts of the city.

Flood prone areas being evacuated in Delhi

June 17, 2013 at 9:56 PM

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) The Delhi government Monday began evacuating people from low-lying areas along the banks of the Yamuna river after 8.06 lac cusecs of water was released from Hathnikund barrage in Haryana.

Wet day ahead in Delhi

June 17, 2013 at 10:20 AM

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) The capital woke up to light drizzle Monday morning with the minimum temperature settling five notches below average for the season at 23.5 degrees Celsius. The Met department has forecast rain for the next 24 hours.

International Olympiad awards presented in Delhi

June 16, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The 16th annual International Olympiad Awards were presented here Sunday to winning students, teachers and principals from across Asia, officials said.

Delhi businessman robbed in house at gun point

June 15, 2013 at 7:40 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Two armed robbers burst into the house of a businessman here and fled with Rs.80,000 in cash and jewellery worth lakhs of rupees after holding him hostage at gunpoint, police said Saturday.

India needs army of committed people: Pranab

June 15, 2013 at 3:08 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) India requires smart, committed and idealistic people to give voice to the voiceless, President Pranab Mukherjee said Saturday.

Divyendu 'Liquid' Sharma now in serious role

June 15, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Mumbai, June 15 (IANS) Actor Divyendu Sharma followed up the success of comedy entertainer "Pyaar Ka Punchnama" with another comic project "Chashme Baddoor". He is now ready for some seriousness in his next movie "Zaalim Dilli".

Monsoon to soak Delhi in next 5 days, says IMD

June 14, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) Delhi will receive monsoon showers within next five days, way ahead of the expected June 29 date, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said Friday.

Northeast students prefer Delhi for higher education

June 14, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (ANI): Delhi is a major educational hub and attracts students from all parts of the country. Students from the northeast also prefer Delhi for higher education.

Pleasant Friday morning in Delhi, rain likely

June 14, 2013 at 10:52 AM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) It was a pleasant morning in the capital Friday with minimum temperature settling at 27.8 degrees Celsius, average for this time of year. The Met department has forecast cloudy sky with light rain and thunder shower in some areas.

'Club Sandwich cheapest in India, Geneva most expensive'

June 13, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Club sandwich -- the classic late-evening hotel staple of chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and mayonnaise -- is cheapest in India's capital and most expensive in Geneva in Switzerland, as per the latest "Club Sandwich Index" of Hotels.com.

Teenager gang-raped in Delhi

June 13, 2013 at 6:13 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) A 14-year-old girl was gang-raped by two unidentified people here, police said Thursday. Both the accused have been arrested.

India offers world's most affordable club sandwich

June 13, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) The Indian capital serves the most economically priced Club Sandwich at an average cost of Rs.494 (approximately $8.47), while Geneva has taken over from Paris as the most expensive city for the classic chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and mayonnaise sandwich, according to survey.

Pleasant Thursday morning in Delhi, light rain expected

June 13, 2013 at 11:16 AM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) It was pleasant morning in the capital Thursday, with cool winds and cloud cover, even as the minimum temperature settled at 30.3 degrees Celsius, three notches above average for this time of year. The Met office has forecast rain.

Rs.57 lakh sanctioned for Delhi projects

June 12, 2013 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) The Delhi government Wednesday sanctioned Rs.57 lakh to various NGOs for social development projects.

Man arrested for Delhi policeman's murder

June 12, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) A 22-year-old man was arrested for murdering a Delhi Police constable in May 2012, police said Wednesday. Another accused was arrested earlier.

Minor raped by neighbour in Delhi

June 11, 2013 at 11:32 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) A 17-year-old girl was raped by her neighbour here, police said Tuesday. The accused has been arrested.

Cloudy sky cools Delhi, rain likely Wednesday

June 11, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) An overcast sky and cool breeze in the forenoon Tuesday brought relief from the searing heat in the capital, a weather official said, forecasting rain the next day.

Time to experiment with retro-futurism neck-ties (With Image)

June 11, 2013 at 5:24 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Subtle but stylish, neck-ties play quite a role in portraying a person's characteristics and personality. Satya Paul has launched a new collection of the accessory called retro-futurism for "fashionable" men.

Cloudy morning in Delhi, rains likely

June 11, 2013 at 11:40 AM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) It was a cloudy morning in the capital Tuesday with the minimum temperature settling at 29.2 degrees Celsius - a notch above the season's average. The weather office has forecast rains later in the day.

Delhi sees hot day, rain likely Tuesday

June 10, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) After experiencing a sultry Monday which saw a maximum temperature at 41.6 degrees Celsius, two notches above average, the capital might have rains Tuesday and the mercury might dip significantly.

Glam up your desk with Audi mouse

June 10, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Now Audi enthusiasts will not only drive their favourite luxury car to work, they can have it at their desk top too as the German luxury car manufacturer has introduced a wireless computer mouse in a sculpted Audi car-body shape.

Going for traditional look, keep make-up minimal

June 10, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Slipping into a traditional outfit? Keep your make-up light and natural, says make-up artist Neha Khanna.

Another hot day in Delhi, similar weather Monday

June 9, 2013 at 6:42 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The week ended on a sunny, hot note in the national capital Sunday as the maximum temperature settled a notch above average at 40.1 degrees Celsius. The Met office has forecast similar weather Monday.

Delhi plans to offer more to its aged residents

June 9, 2013 at 11:53 AM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The Delhi government plans to set up more recreational centres for senior citizens in the city during the current fiscal, state Minister for Education and Social Welfare Kiran Walia said.

Minor girl raped by neighbour in Delhi

June 8, 2013 at 7:37 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) A 14-year-old girl was raped by her neighbour here, police said Saturday. The accused is absconding.

Shower your father with stylish accessories (With Image)

June 7, 2013 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) From cufflinks to watches and more -- gift your father stylish accessories on Father's Day.

'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' becomes 1st film to enter 100 crore club in first week

June 7, 2013 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, June 7(ANI): 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' has become the first film to enter 100 crore club in a week as expected by the film pandits.

Delhi power demand rises to all-time high

June 6, 2013 at 9:13 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) The demand for electricity in the capital rose to an unprecedented high of 5,653 MW Thursday, said a Delhi government official.

Man murdered in Delhi

June 5, 2013 at 11:29 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) A 30-year-old man was stabbed to death here and two of his friends injured in an attack by six men of a rival group, police said Wednesday.

Delhi legislator acquitted by court National/

June 5, 2013 at 8:01 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) A Delhi Court Wednesday acquitted Congress legislator Mateen Ahmed and his associate Jameer Ahmed, who had challenged their three-year jail term awarded for rioting.

Hot Wednesday in Delhi, similar weather Thursday

June 5, 2013 at 6:57 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) It was a hot, sunny Wednesday in the capital with the maximum temperature settling at 43.6 degrees Celsius, three notches above the season's average. The weather office has forecast similar weather Thursday.

Delhi woman kills children, hangs herself

June 5, 2013 at 5:29 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) A woman allegedly drowned both her children and then hung herself at her east Delhi home, police said Wednesday.

Hot morning in Delhi, clear day ahead

June 5, 2013 at 10:50 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) It was a hot morning in the capital Wednesday with the minimum temperature settling at 30.5 degrees Celsius, three notches above average for this time of year. The weather office has forecast a clear day ahead.

Former Maldives president on India visit

June 4, 2013 at 10:57 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Former Maldives president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom is on a three-day visit to India, officials said here Tuesday.

41 fakes detected in 1984 anti-Sikh riots death claims

June 4, 2013 at 10:33 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) A criminal case was registered Tuesday against unknown people who tried to fraudulently claim compensation for 41 people by getting their names added to the list of the dead during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, a police source said.

Another hot day in Delhi, Wednesday to be similar

June 4, 2013 at 8:25 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) It was yet another hot, sunny day in the national capital Tuesday as the maximum temperature settled a notch above average at 41.7 degrees Celsius. The Met office has forecast similar weather on Wednesday.

Complaint filed against Dikshit for misusing government funds

June 3, 2013 at 11:05 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) A complaint has been filed in a here court seeking registration of an FIR against Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit for allegedly misusing government funds in an advertisement campaign ahead of the 2008 Assembly polls.

Delhi sees warm Monday, cloudy Tuesday expected

June 3, 2013 at 10:09 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) The Indian capital saw a warm opening to the week with mercury shooting up to 40.3 degrees, normal for this time of the season. A cloudy sky has been forecast Tuesday.

Delhi sees cloud cover Monday

June 3, 2013 at 10:25 AM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) It was a cloudy morning in the capital Monday with the minimum temperature settling at 28.8 degrees Celsius, a notch above average for this time of the year. The Met office has forecast a partly cloudy day ahead.

Arvind Kejriwal to fight against Sheila Dikshit in Assembly polls

June 2, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Arvind Kejriwal has announced that he will contest against Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the coming Delhi Assembly Election. However Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will take the final decision, he has announced his intention to fight the poll against Sheila.

Kejriwal to contest against Dikshit in Delhi polls

June 2, 2013 at 3:29 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Activist-turned-politician and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal will contest directly against Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, a senior party member said Sunday.

Kejriwal to contest against Sheila Dikshit in Assembly elections

June 2, 2013 at 3:05 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal will contest polls from the constituency of Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Diskhit in the upcoming state Assembly elections.

HRD Ministry to provide financial assistance to needy children

May 31, 2013 at 8:09 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (ANI): The HRD Ministry has decided to provide financial assistance for higher education to needy children who have passed with minimum B1 grade under CBSE grading system in 10th / 12th examination.

Hot, cloudy day in Delhi, similar Saturday expected

May 31, 2013 at 6:25 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) It was a hot, cloudy Friday in the capital with the maximum temperature settling at 40.6 degrees Celsius, average for this time of the season. The weather office has forecast similar weather Saturday.

Cool morning, warm day ahead in Delhi

May 31, 2013 at 10:41 AM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) It was a relatively cool morning in the capital Friday with the minimum temperature settling three notches below average at 24.8 degrees Celsius. The Met office has forecast a clear day ahead.

Mother, son killed in Delhi accident

May 30, 2013 at 9:53 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) A 30-year-old woman and her five-year-old son were killed Thursday after their car was hit by another speeding vehicle here, police said Thursday.

CBSE results: Government schools outshine private schools in Delhi

May 30, 2013 at 7:22 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Delhi's government schools have outperformed private schools in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) class 10 results that were declared Thursday.

Another hot day for Delhi

May 30, 2013 at 10:17 AM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Another hot day lies ahead for Delhi Thursday with the maximum temperature likely to hover around the 43 degrees Celsius mark. The minimum temperature was a notch above average at 27.8 degrees Celsius.

A woman's hidden beauty secrets

May 29, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Do you know that lemon juice can ve used to whiten nail tips and baking soda helps in cleaning teeth? You can also massage your face with ice cubes to reduce wrinkles.

Lokayukta has gone beyond legal boundaries: Sheila Dikshit

May 29, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Wednesday attacked Lokayuta Manmohan Sarin, saying the ombudsman had gone beyond his legal boundaries and norms by indicting her for something that happened in 2008. She also insisted that there is no corruption in the Delhi government.

No corruption in Delhi government: Sheila Dikshit

May 29, 2013 at 4:04 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) There is no corruption in the Delhi government and its administrative processes is transparent, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said Wednesday.

Another hot day for Delhi

May 29, 2013 at 10:28 AM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) It was yet another hot day for the national capital Wednesday with the minimum temperature settling at 27.8 degrees Celsius, a notch above average for this time of year. The weather office has forecast a clear day ahead.

'Jodha Akbar' will be a change for viewers: Rajat Tokas

May 28, 2013 at 8:28 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Known to be an expert in creating kitchen politics and horror shows for TV, Ekta Kapoor now walks through history. She is coming out with historical saga "Jodha Akbar" and the show's lead actor Rajat Tokas thinks it will be a change for the better.

Another hot day in Delhi, no respite Wednesday

May 28, 2013 at 7:01 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) After a cloudy and windy Monday, it was back to being scorching hot in the capital Tuesday as the maximum temperature settled three notches above average at 43 degrees Celsius. The Met office has forecast similar weather Wednesday.

Try organic products to look gorgeous

May 28, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Organic Harvest has launched a line of Organic cosmetics that are free from harmful chemicals like parabens and phthalates, among others.

Hot morning in Delhi, clear day ahead

May 28, 2013 at 10:37 AM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) It was a hot morning in the capital Tuesday with the minimum temperature settling at 29 degrees Celsius, two notches above average for this time of the year. The weather office has forecast a clear day ahead.

Delhi's sky turns cloudy, dust-storm expected Tuesday

May 27, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) The capital's sky turned cloudy Monday, which began on a scorching note with the maximum temperature shooting up two notches above average at 42.6 degrees Celsius. Dust-storm and Lightning and are expected Tuesday, weatherman said.

Daft Punk's new album lucky for mask maker

May 27, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Electronic music duo Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter, together known as Daft Punk, made a London based mask maker Steve Lomas popular after flaunting his mask in their latest album "Random Access Memories".

Thundery developments ahead for Delhi

May 27, 2013 at 11:08 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Delhi may get some relief from the scorching heat Monday with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a partly cloudy sky and thundery developments.

Delhi cop commits suicide

May 26, 2013 at 11:42 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) A Delhi Police head constable shot himself dead Sunday night, citing a "family dispute" as the reason for his suicide, police said.

Minor Delhi girl raped by neighbour in car

May 26, 2013 at 9:10 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) A 16-year-old girl's neighbour was arrested for raping her after she went out with him in a car here, police said Sunday.

Delhi sees hot Sunday, no change Monday

May 26, 2013 at 6:54 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) It was another hot day for Delhi Sunday with the maximum temperature settling at 43.6 degrees Celsius, three notches above average for this time of the year. There is no respite from the scorching heat in sight with similar weather expected Monday.

Time to add zing to your office accessories

May 26, 2013 at 6:14 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) How about adding some glamour quotient to your boring looking office stationary? Flaunt "cool and funky" products that can jazz up your office and study tables.

Hot Sunday morning in Delhi

May 26, 2013 at 10:30 AM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) It was a hot morning in the capital Sunday with the minimum temperature settling at 29.3 degrees Celsius, two notches above average for this time of year. The weather office has forecast a clear and hot day ahead.

Delhi sees hot Saturday, no change Sunday

May 25, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) It was another scorching day for Delhi Saturday though the maximum temperature slightly dipped from the highs of the week but was still three notches above average at 43.5 degrees Celsius. Similar weather is expected Sunday.

Shantanu and Nikhil use Disney characters for kidswear

May 25, 2013 at 3:10 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Designer duo Shantanu and Nikhil have created a signature line based on Disney characters. The line is for children aged between 6 and 14.

Cure acne without elaborate face packs

May 25, 2013 at 1:18 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Face packs made from a concoction of natural ingredients can clear off acne from your face. Single ingredients like unprocessed honey, toothpaste and vinegar can also do the job well.

Searing heat continues in Delhi, no respite Saturday

May 24, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) It was another day Friday when the capital reeled under the scorching temperature, which shot up to five notches above average at 45 degrees Celsius. There will be no let up in the heat Saturday.

Zach Galfianikis gets romantic in 'Hangover 3'

May 24, 2013 at 2:46 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Actor Zach Galfianikis, who plays Alan in the popular movie franchise "The Hangover", will have a romantic side to his personality in the third and final part of the trilogy.

Another hot day in store for Delhi

May 24, 2013 at 10:30 AM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) A day after Delhi recorded it's hottest day in May in the last 10 years, the mercury is expected to rise further Friday, the India Meteorological Department said.

Cabinet nod to filling up of reserved vacancies

May 23, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) The cabinet Thursday approved a special recruitment drive to fill up the backlog in vacancies reserved under the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) quota, an official statement said.

Government exempts excise duty on indigenous goods sold at duty-free shops

May 23, 2013 at 8:06 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) In a bid to promote exports, the government Thursday exempted excise duty on indigenously produced goods sold at duty-free shops (DFS) at international airports.

Thursday Delhi's hottest in May in 10 years

May 23, 2013 at 7:58 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) The maximum temperature in Delhi touched 45.7 degrees Celsius Thursday, the highest for the month of May in the last 10 years, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

BJP demands FIR against Sheila Dikshit

May 23, 2013 at 7:50 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) The Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Thursday demanded that a first information report (FIR) be filed against Chief Minister Shiela Dikshit for allegedly misusing government funds for "political purpose".

Thursday was Delhi's hottest May in 10 years

May 23, 2013 at 6:30 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) The maximum temperature in Delhi touched 45.7 degrees Celsius on Thursday, the highest for the month of May in the last 10 years, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Delhi sizzles as mercury soars

May 23, 2013 at 10:22 AM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) The heat wave continued unabated in the Indian capital Thursday with the minimum temperature settling five notches above average at 31.4 degrees Celsius and the maximum expected to hover around the 45 degrees Celsius mark.

President confers 47th Jnanpith Award for 2011 to Dr.Pratibha Ray

May 22, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee conferred the 47th Jnanpith Award for the year 2011 on Dr. Pratibha Ray at a function at the Balyogi Auditorium here on Wednesday.

Jnanpith Award conferred on Pratibha Ray

May 22, 2013 at 7:50 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Wednesday conferred the 47th Jnanpith Award, the country's highest literary award, for the year 2011 on noted writer Pratibha Ray.

Delhi warns discoms over load shedding

May 22, 2013 at 6:30 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) The Delhi government Wednesday sternly told electricity distribution companies that it will not tolerate load shedding in the capital as power is available in surplus.

Tourists can now get Turkish visa in minutes

May 22, 2013 at 5:42 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Turkey has launched an online visa system that enables tourists from 94 countries, including India, to obtain a visa in just a few minutes, officials said Wednesday.

Dos and don'ts while travelling

May 21, 2013 at 7:18 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) If you are planning to go on a summer vacation, make sure you are well-equipped. If stylish hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen lotion are a must have, avoid overloading bags and over-exerting yourself.

Delhi records season's hottest day, no respite ahead

May 21, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) With the maximum temperature settling five notches above average at 45.1 degrees Celsius, Delhi recorded the season's hottest day Tuesday and also the hottest May 21 in the last five years. The Met office has forecast hotter days in store.

Vodafone India's revenue up by 10.6 percent in 2012-13

May 21, 2013 at 6:30 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Vodafone India, the second largest mobile operator in the country clocked Rs.35,600 crore revenue for financial year 2012-13, a 10.6 percent rise, a top company official said here Tuesday.

Singers Rowland, Rubio join Cowell for 'The X Factor'

May 21, 2013 at 5:26 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) American crooner Kelly Rowland and Latin singer Paulina Rubio will join Demi Lovato and Simon Cowell in the judge's panel of the US reality show "The X Factor".

Try tangy flavour to stay fresh

May 21, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) A chilled drink with lemon in it is an ideal way to ward off unbearable heat during summer season. Whether it is an iced tea or mojito, the citrus fruit can be included in your drink to refresh you.

Minor gang-raped by neighbours in Delhi

May 20, 2013 at 11:18 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) A 17-year-old girl was kidnapped and gang-raped here by three people, including two neighbours, after giving her sedatives, police said Monday.

Delhi to install 120 machines for free dialysis

May 20, 2013 at 10:54 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The Delhi government Monday decided to install 120 dialysis machines in six state-run hospitals to provide free dialysis and allied procedures to the poor and identified categories of patients.

Gold, silver prices fall to record low on strengthening dollar

May 20, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Gold hit a 21-month low and silver prices plunged to a two-and-a-half-year level Monday. Experts said this happened because of the strengthening of the dollar.

Air passenger traffic down 0.27 percent in April

May 20, 2013 at 5:58 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Domestic air passenger traffic decreased 0.27 percent in April and stood at 50.77 lakh from 50.91 lakh during the corresponding month of last year, the civil aviation ministry said Monday.

Bhabho's fan wants to teach her belly dancing (With Image)

May 20, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Mumbai, May 20 (IANS) Alex, a participant from "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS), wants to teach belly dancing to Neelu Waghela, Bhabho from "Diya Aur Baati Hum".

Three kids hurt as high tension wire snaps

May 19, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Three children, aged between one and five, suffered minor injuries after a high tension electricity wire here fell on a wall which collapsed and trapped the victims under its debris Sunday afternoon, said a fire service official.