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Inland Waterways Authority of India and Delhi govt ink pact to boost cruise tourism on Yamuna River
New Delhi, March 11: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), the nodal agency of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) for National Waterways, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with multiple Delhi government agencies, including the Irrigation and Flood Control department, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), the Delhi Jal Board (DJB), and the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC), on Tuesday.
Holi connects hearts, spreads colours of love, harmony: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta at Spring Festival in Lodhi Garden
New Delhi, March 9: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasised that Holi is not just a festival of colors but a celebration of love and harmony after participating in the Holi Mangal Milan event at Lodhi Garden, organised by the Dharmik Ramlila Committee on Sunday.
Delhi organises Pink Cyclothon dedicated to International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 9: Pink Cyclothon, dedicated to International Women's Day, was organised at Major Dhyanchand National Stadium in the national capital on Sunday.
Atishi should write about betrayal they have done to sisters of Punjab: BJP's Virendraa Sachdeva slams AAP
New Delhi, March 8: Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party president Virendraa Sachdeva congratulated Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on announcing the Mahila Samridhi Yojana, and also attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for allegedly "betraying Punjab's sisters."
Country will progress through women empowerment: Ramdas Athawale on Women's Day
Pune, March 8: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Saturday extended greetings of International Women's Day and said that the country will progress and become empowered only when the women are empowered.
Big achievement: Rajnath on Delhi govt launching Rs 2,500 scheme for women
New Delhi, March 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday hailed the Delhi government's decision to launch the Mahila Samriddhi Yojana of giving Rs 2,500 monthly assistance to poor women.
Mahila Samridhi Yojana: Delhi Govt approves Rs 5,100 cr annual scheme to empower women
New Delhi, March 8: The Delhi Government on Saturday approved a groundbreaking initiative, Mahila Samridhi Yojna, a Rs 5,100 crore yearly scheme aimed at empowering women in Delhi.
Registration for Mahila Samridhi Yojana will begin soon: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, March 8: After the Delhi government approved 'Mahila Samridhi Yojana' to provide Rs 2500 to women on the occasion of International Women's Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that the committee has been formed and registration for the scheme will begin soon.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta holds high-level meeting ahead of budget session
New Delhi, March 7: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday chaired a high-level meeting with officials on the Delhi budget. State Environment and Industry Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa was also present at the meeting.
Delhi govt likely to announce Mahila Samriddhi Yojana tomorrow: Sources
New Delhi, March 7: The Delhi cabinet is likely to meet on March 8 regarding the proposed Mahila Samriddhi Yojana, which would provide financial assistance worth Rs 2,5000 to women residing in the national capital, sources said on Friday.
Delhi govt to open Janaushadhi Kendras near hospitals, says CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, March 7: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday said that the government will expand the network of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) Kendras across the city as per the applicable regulations. She made the statement while interacting with people at her residence.
Parvesh Verma inspects Yamuna cleaning, holds review meeting to assess progress
New Delhi, March 5: Delhi Irrigation and Flood Control Minister Parvesh Verma on Wednesday inspected the Yamuna cleaning campaign and held a review meeting with officials to assess the progress, discussing future plans.
Our proposal is to run ferry here, will sign MoU for it: Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on river Yamuna
New Delhi, March 5: Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma on Wednesday emphasised the plans of the government to promote tourist activities on the Yamuna river and stated that the government is planning to run a ferry service here for which they will also sign an MoU.
Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa says govt working to realise PM Modi's vision of 'Viksit Delhi'
New Delhi, March 4: Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Tuesday said that the Delhi government is committed to bringing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a 'Viksit Delhi' to life, while lauding Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena's efforts in tackling the city's landfill issues.
Delhi Budget to be presented between March 24 - 26, says CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, March 3: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday announced that the Budget 2025-26 for the national capital will be presented between March 24 and March 26.
Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra inspects road-strengthening work
New Delhi, March 3: Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Sunday evening inspected the road-strengthening work at Delhi's Khajuri Chowk.
Delhi govt plans four-digit helpline for road, water, sewage complaints
New Delhi, March 2: The Delhi government will launch a four-digit phone helpline to address public complaints related to roads, dirty water, or sewage round-the-clock, Cabinet Minister Parvesh Verma said on Sunday.
Delhi Govt plans to revitalise River Yamuna with solar-powered ferry, cruise service to boost tourism
New Delhi,, March 2: In a bid to boost tourism and promote sustainable water transport, the Delhi government is set to launch a ferry and cruise service along a 7-8 km stretch of the Yamuna River.
CM Gupta reverses AAP govt's stand, agrees to sign MoU with Centre for health centres
New Delhi, Feb 28: The Rekha Gupta government in Delhi is preparing to sign an MoU with the Centre for implementation of the PM-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), a major reversal of the previous AAP government's decision to oppose the scheme, an official indicated on Friday.
Detailed discussions held in Assembly sessions on women's safety, says CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, February 28: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday stated that detailed discussions were held during the assembly session regarding women's safety in the national capital.
IAS Madhu Rani Teotia appointed Secretary to Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, February 28: Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Madhu Rani Teotia has been appointed as Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's secretary.
Delhi CM to table CAG report on health infrastructure in Assembly
New Delhi, February 27: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who also oversees the finance department, will present the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on 'Public Health Infrastructure and Management of Health Services' in the Delhi Assembly on Friday.
Delhi CM meets Smriti Irani at her residence
New Delhi, Feb 25: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday met former Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani at her residence in the national capital.
Everything will be revealed soon, and Kejriwal will be punished: BJP's Nabendu Bhattacharjee over CAG report
Agartala, February 26: Launching a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) after the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report was tabled in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Nabendu Bhattacharjee said that the real face of AAP is being revealed now and soon Arvind Kejriwal will be punished.
CAG flags barcode authentication issues in Delhi's liquor supply chain; results in Rs 24.23cr loss
New Delhi, Feb 25: A Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has raised concerns over financial irregularities in the Excise Supply Chain Information Management System (ESCIMS), revealing that an undue benefit of Rs 24.23 crore was provided to the implementing agency (IA).
Punjab House condemns removal of pictures of Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh in Delhi
Chandigarh, Feb 25: The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed a censure motion condemning the removal of pictures of Babasaheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar and Shaheed Bhagat Singh by the BJP's Delhi government after assuming office.
Paying Rs 2,500 every month to women is govt's top priority: Delhi L-G
New Delhi, Feb 25: Promising to give Rs 2,500 every month to women in Delhi, Lieutenant Governor V. K.Saxena on Tuesday highlighted the 'Viksit Delhi' manifesto as the guiding principle of the new government which is committed to delivering a corruption-free administration. He said the government would follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mantra of "Sab ka Sath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas aur Sabka Samman".
From being marshalled out to chairing the House: BJP's Vijender Gupta elected Speaker of Delhi Assembly
New Delhi, Feb 24: A seasoned BJP leader, Vijender Gupta, was elected as the Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Monday. A three-time MLA representing the Rohini constituency, Gupta has now taken on the crucial responsibility of presiding over the workings of the Delhi Assembly.
'Sheesh Mahal' renovation under scrutiny: BJP govt to table CAG findings in Delhi Assembly on Tuesday
New Delhi, Feb 24: The BJP-led Delhi government is preparing to present 14 pending Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) reports on the performance of the previous AAP government in the Delhi Assembly on Tuesday (February 25).
Delhi govt orders removal of waste, debris from PWD roads, says Minister Ashish Sood
New Delhi, February 22: Delhi Minister Ashish Sood on Saturday asserted that the government will not tolerate illegal waste and debris on PWD roads, emphasizing its commitment to cleanliness and civic upkeep.
Making layout plans for schemes, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, Feb 21: Reiterating the Delhi government’s resolve to fulfill commitments made to the public, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday said that she has started seeking status reports from all departments and preparing layout plans for welfare schemes.
We will fulfil every guarantee: Delhi's new Cabinet begins work, focusses on public welfare
New Delhi, Feb 21: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's new Cabinet has begun working with a focus on fulfilling its commitments and ensuring public welfare.
Fulfilling promises made by PM Modi is our priority: Delhi Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh
New Delhi, February 21: Delhi Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Friday emphasized that the top priority of the newly formed BJP government in the national capital is to fulfil all the promises made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Will fulfil our work in whichever direction our CM points us in: Delhi Minister Ashish Sood
New Delhi, February 21: Delhi Minister Ashish Sood, upon joining the Cabinet, pledged to fulfil the BJP government's promise of ending bad governance in the capital.
Delhi govt terminates all co-terminus appointments made earlier in former CM and minister offices
New Delhi, February 21: The Delhi government has terminated all co-terminus appointments made earlier in the offices of former Chief Minister and cabinet ministers.
They should look after their party; there are many people who want to leave, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta slams opposition
New Delhi, February 21: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday hit out at the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), following their criticism of the newly formed government. She stated that her government has already taken key decisions within a day of assuming office.
'Modi's guarantee means every guarantee will be fulfilled': JP Nadda as BJP govt implements 'Ayushman Bharat' Yojana in Delhi
New Delhi, Feb 21: Union Minister and BJP President J.P. Nadda has said that Prime Minister "Modi's guarantee means every guarantee will be fulfilled" as he thanked the Delhi government for its decision to implement 'Ayushman Bharat Yojana' in the first Cabinet meeting.
JP Nadda thanks Delhi govt for Cabinet's decision to implement 'Ayushman Bharat' Yojana
New Delhi, February 21: Union Minister and BJP national president JP Nadda on Thursday thanked the Delhi government for its decision to implement 'Ayushman Bharat Yojana' in the first cabinet meeting, saying that "Modi's guarantee means every guarantee will be fulfilled."
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta chairs cabinet meeting on first day in office, announces decisions to implement Ayushman Bharat, table CAG reports
New Delhi, February 21: BJP leader Rekha Gupta, who took oath as Delhi Chief Minister earlier on Thursday, chaired the first meeting of her cabinet hours later and announced two key decisions - to implement Ayushman Bharat scheme with Rs 5 lakh top-up and table the 14 pending CAG reports in the first sitting of Assembly.
PM has a vision for this city, we will implement it together: Kapil Mishra
Delhi, Feb 20: Ahead of taking oath as Delhi Minister, BJP MLA-elect Kapil Mishra said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a vision for the national capital which will be implemented by the new government.