Delhi to Deploy Artificial Rain; 18 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested

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Key Takeaways

  • Delhi to deploy artificial rain between July 4-11 to combat air pollution.
  • Delhi police arrested 18 illegal Bangladeshi nationals, some disguised as transgenders.
  • Man dies after throat cut by Chinese manjha in Delhi; manjha banned since 2017.
  • Armed robbers looted a house in Delhi's Govindpuri, stealing cash and jewelry.
  • Delhi Education Minister plans AI, robotics integration in schools, inspired by Gujarat.

Top Stories

Delhi to deploy artificial rain between July 4-11 to combat pollution.

Delhi will implement artificial rain between July 4 and 11, using aircraft to disperse a seeding mixture to combat air pollution. The Environment Department is leading the project, which will involve five aircraft sorties over low-security air zones in Delhi.

Delhi police arrest 18 illegal Bangladeshi nationals.

Delhi police arrested 18 illegal Bangladeshi nationals on June 27 and 28, 2025, some disguised as transgenders. They were using a banned messaging app to communicate with their network in Bangladesh.

Man dies after throat cut by Chinese manjha in Delhi.

On June 27 and 28, 2025, a 22-year-old man died after his throat was cut by Chinese manjha while riding a scooter in north Delhi. Police have filed an FIR and are investigating the incident, as the manjha has been banned in Delhi since 2017.

Armed robbers loot house in Delhi's Govindpuri.

In Delhi's Govindpuri area, three armed robbers looted a house at 4 am, threatening the homeowner and his wife with a sword and stealing cash and diamond jewelry. The incident was caught on CCTV, and police teams have been formed to catch the robbers.

Delhi Education Minister plans AI, robotics integration in schools.

Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood plans to integrate AI, smart boards, and robotics into Delhi schools, inspired by Gujarat's model. Sood visited Surat on June 28, 2025, to review smart technologies and aims to enhance education quality.

Air Travel

Passenger misbehaves on Air India flight to Delhi.

On an Air India flight AI454 from Amritsar to Delhi, a passenger misbehaved with another passenger, leading to the disruptive passenger being handed over to airport security. A similar incident occurred on another Air India flight from Amritsar to Delhi.

Capital Politics

Delhi BJP chief accuses ILBS of violating labor laws.

Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva accused the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) of violating labor laws and provident fund regulations on June 28, 2025. Sachdeva wrote to the Central Provident Fund Commissioner alleging discrepancies in PF contributions.

Crime Beat

Yash fatally stabbed in Delhi after road rage incident.

In Delhi's Geeta Colony, 20-year-old Yash was fatally stabbed on Friday night after a scuffle, with the incident attributed to road rage. Three men have been apprehended, and Yash's family alleges the murder was due to his friendship with a girl from another community.

Delhi Police arrest cyber fraud gang for part-time job scams.

Delhi Police arrested four individuals on June 29, 2025, for operating an interstate cyber fraud gang that duped people with fake part-time job offers. A fashion designing student was among the victims, losing Rs 90,800.

Man murdered by son in Delhi's Paharganj.

In Delhi's Paharganj, 45-year-old Vinod was allegedly murdered by his son, Bhanu Pratap, on June 27, 2025, following a domestic dispute. Bhanu Pratap was taken into custody and confessed to the crime.

YouTuber Tushar Gupta attacked in Delhi.

On June 27, 2025, Tushar Gupta, a YouTuber, was attacked in Delhi when a biker smashed his car windows with a brick after chasing him for 3 km. Gupta reported the incident to the police.

Two separate stabbing incidents in Delhi's Rohini.

On Thursday evening, June 27, 2025, two separate stabbing incidents in Delhi's Rohini area resulted in the deaths of a 15-year-old boy and a 25-year-old tailor. No arrests have been made.

Decomposed body of AIIMS electrician found in Delhi.

On June 28, 2025, the decomposed body of Anil Kumar (32), an electrician at AIIMS Hospital, was recovered from a pond in South West Delhi’s Inder Camp. Kumar had been missing since June 20.

Delhi Life

Delhi's queer icons making Pride a daily practice.

The article explores how Delhi's queer icons are making Pride a daily practice, highlighting individuals like Vikas Narula and Aamir Rabbani. The piece also mentions filmmakers Onir and Faraz Arif Ansari, and hotelier Keshav Suri.

South Side Story 2025 Onam Special in Delhi.

South Side Story 2025 Onam Special, a 2-day cultural festival celebrating South India, takes place on August 30-31, 2025, in Delhi. The event features performances by various artists and includes Southern music, food, literature, and visual art.

Baarish festival held in Delhi.

The Baarish festival was held in Delhi to celebrate the monsoon season through art, music, and food. The event featured a jugalbandhi performance and a talk by an art historian.

Delhi Today

MCD Standing Committee holds first meetings after 2.5-year delay.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Standing Committee held its first meetings on June 27 and 28, 2025, after a two-and-a-half-year delay, approving various projects and addressing public-centric items. Discussions also covered park maintenance and staff shortages.

Delhi, Haryana to revive Sahibi River.

The Delhi and Haryana governments are working together to revive the Sahibi River, focusing on the Najafgarh drain. Haryana is searching for a missing section, and Delhi aims to rename the Najafgarh drain as the Sahibi.

Electrical Safety Day – 2025 held in New Delhi.

On June 28, 2025, the Central Electricity Authority organized ‘Electrical Safety Day – 2025' in New Delhi, promoting a zero-harm electrical ecosystem. The theme was ‘Smart Energy, Safe Nation', emphasizing safety in modernizing energy.

Health Alert

Delhi cracks down on sale of fake Rosuvas F 20 tablets.

The Delhi drugs control department cracked down on the sale of fake Rosuvas F 20 tablets, a prescription drug, on June 28, 2025, following a complaint. Officials seized 1,800 spurious tablets from two locations.

Road Watch

Delhi government seeks funds to enhance road infrastructure.

The Delhi government is seeking Rs 950 crore from the central government to enhance the city's road infrastructure. The PWD aims to repair at least 500km of roads this financial year.

Nand Nagari flyover in Delhi delayed.

The Nand Nagari flyover in Delhi is expected to open to traffic by August 2025, despite delays due to pending forest clearances. The 1.5km stretch is part of a ₹157.85 crore project.

Weather Update

Delhi weather forecast: Thunderstorm with rain expected.

The India Meteorological Department forecasts a thunderstorm with rain in Delhi on Friday, June 27, 2025, with the minimum temperature recorded at 29 degrees Celsius. The city's air quality was in the "satisfactory" category on Thursday.

IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for several districts.

On June 28, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued orange alerts for several districts in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Kerala due to heavy rainfall. Delhi-NCR is expected to receive light to moderate showers, with a yellow alert in place.

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