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India’s Sumit Nagal (PTI Photo) Bengaluru: Injuries are an inevitable part of an athlete’s journey, often testing not just the body but the mind as well. Even after the physical recovery is complete, questions about fitness and confidence can linger. Sumit Nagal is navigating a similar phase after sustaining a minor hip tear at the…

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AR Rahman addresses his remarks on Chhaava and communalism in Bollywood: ‘People who know you don’t need an explanation’

AR Rahman addresses his remarks on Chhaava and communalism in Bollywood: ‘People who know you don’t need an explanation’

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Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman, who has faced intense scrutiny over his recent remarks on Chhaava and communalism in Bollywood, has indicated that he is ready to move past the controversy. The musician addressed the issue during an interaction with Noise and Grains, the organisers of his upcoming Wonderment Tour in Chennai, and suggested that…

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Giant incisional hernia surgery: Mumbai woman regains independence after complex reconstruction

Giant incisional hernia surgery: Mumbai woman regains independence after complex reconstruction

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A team of surgeons successfully treated a recurrent incisional hernia in a 75-year-old woman, giving her much-needed relief and helping her get back to living independently. The complex surgery involved placing her abdominal organs back where they belong and rebuilding her weakened abdominal wall.The Navi Mumbai resident came to the outpatient department at Medicover Hospital…

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‘Not American enough’: Vivek Ramaswamy faces backlash over daughter’s ‘Hindu’ name Savithri | World News

‘Not American enough’: Vivek Ramaswamy faces backlash over daughter’s ‘Hindu’ name Savithri | World News

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Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has faced a wave of online backlash after announcing the birth of his third child, a daughter named Savithri. The criticism followed a celebratory social media post in which Ramaswamy shared a family photograph from hospital, introducing the newborn by name and thanking supporters for their messages and prayers.Savithri…

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unleashed a scathing attack on the opposition, with a special focus on rivals in poll-bound states of West Bengal and Assam. At the receiving end were the Congress, which is the BJP’s principal challenger in Assam and a key contender for power in Kerala, and the Trinamool Congress, which is the saffron party’s arch political rival in West Bengal. The DMK, which rules poll-bound Tamil Nadu, also found a mention in the Prime Minister’s speech but there were no direct charges against the MK Stalin government.While the sharpest salvos were reserved for the Congress and the Gandhis, Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress came under attack for allegedly supporting the infiltrators.The Congress was quick to dub the Prime Minister’s address as “another election rally speech” and accused him of speaking lies.”Another election rally speech lasting 97 minutes in the Rajya Sabha today by the Prime Minister. As always, it was overflowing with abuses and assaults, distortions and dramatics, innuendos and insults — and of course his usual quota of blatant and brazen lies,” Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said on X.”His self-obsession and his fixation on dialogue-baazi and demagoguery was on full display,” the Congress leader added.‘Insensitive government in West Bengal’The Prime Minister called the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal “insensitive” and alleged that the ruling party was helping infiltrators. He took a jibe at Mamata Banerjee who herself appeared in the Supreme Court to argue in an ongoing case against the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in her state.West Bengal will vote to elect a new assembly in a month or two and the BJP is going all out to wrest power from the Trinamool Congress.”Our colleagues from the TMC spoke a lot… They should introspect… A merciless government that is creating new records of decline, and they are giving sermons here. Such merciless government is pushing the future of people into darkness,” Modi said referring to the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government.”They only care about power… Even the most prosperous countries are pushing out illegal infiltrators. In our country, courts are being pressured to save infiltrators,” he alleged.”How would the youth of the country forgive such people who are putting in efforts to fight the case of infiltrators? They are snatching the rights of our youth, their livelihood… tribal land. It endangers the lives of our sons and daughters… But they only care about power, and they are advising us,” he lamented. Modi said they are “blind” to these problems being faced by the youth.‘Congress, Congress, Congress … and Assam’The bulk of Prime Minister Modi’s speech was focussed on the Congress and the Gandhis including Jawahar Lal Nehru and Indira Gandhi.The Congress was accused of insulting the President and hence the entire tribals and the women community, insulting a Sikh BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu and hence the entire Sikh community and finally insulting an Assamese acting Lok Sabha Speaker on chair and hence the entire Assamese people.Talking about disruptions in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said, “Congress insulted the President. It’s shameful…Yesterday in the Lok Sabha, a discussion could not be held on the President’s address. It is an insult to the office of the President. Such people do not have the right to speak about the Constitution”.”You have insulted tribals, women, and the top post of India,” he pointed out.”The incident that took place in the Lok Sabha is very painful. We can understand your frustration, but it was done in the temple of democracy. At that time, there was an MP from Assam in the chair, and papers were thrown at him. Is it not an insult to the northeast? Not an insult to the people of Assam?”He was referring to Dilip Saikia, a BJP MP from Darrang-Udalguri in Assam, and Krishna Prasad Tenneti, a TDP MP from Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. Both are members of the Panel of Chairpersons in the Lok Sabha.Assam, like Bengal, will vote to elect a new assembly in some months and the Congress is going all out to defeat the BJP which has ruled the state for the last 10 years.With the entire opposition staging a walkout from Rajya Sabha after initially raising slogans against the Centre, the Prime Minister made the speech without any disruptions. The opposition claimed that the leaders of opposition (LoP) in both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha were not being allowed to speak, prompting them to stage a walkout.”Vipaksha ki awaaz nahi dabegi. Tanashahi nahi chalegi. LoP (Leader of Opposition) ko bolne do. (The opposition’s voice can’t be suppressed. Dictatorship cannot work. Let the LoP speak),” the opposition leaders raised slogans as soon as the Prime Minister started to speak. However, once they walked out there were no further disruptions unlike in Lok Sabha where the Prime Minister did not come to speak yesterday.(With inputs from agencies)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Trump Wanted Unilateral Deal With India’: Former Envoy Unpacks India-US Trade Deal AnnouncementRahul Gandhi Called Ravneet Bittu ‘Traitor’ Because He Is Sikh: PM Modi’s Big Attack’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil ClaimIndia Shifts Trade Focus To Gulf Bloc After US And EU Deals, Piyush Goyal Announces Fresh FTA PushRajya Sabha Explodes As Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge Trade Barbs Over Rahul Gandhi, ‘Gag’ On OppositionArt of the deal: How India turned from Maharaja of tariffs to king of deals123PhotostoriesCraziest things people have stolen from popular tourist locations5 high-performance cars that blend beauty with engineering powerPriyanka Chopra to Katrina Kaif: 5 iconic bridal jewellery pieces that made it to wedding trousseau of Bollywood’s top divas8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti sideAbhishek Bachchan birthday special: Must-watch films on OTT including ‘Guru’, ‘Dasvi’, ‘Manmarziyaan’, ‘Ludo’ and ‘Ghoomer’Kangana Ranaut is owning Parliament style again: 5 saree looks that made everyone stop scrolling123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unleashed a scathing attack on the opposition, with a special focus on rivals in poll-bound states of West Bengal and Assam. At the receiving end were the Congress, which is the BJP’s principal challenger in Assam and a key contender for power in Kerala, and the Trinamool Congress, which is the saffron party’s arch political rival in West Bengal. The DMK, which rules poll-bound Tamil Nadu, also found a mention in the Prime Minister’s speech but there were no direct charges against the MK Stalin government.While the sharpest salvos were reserved for the Congress and the Gandhis, Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress came under attack for allegedly supporting the infiltrators.The Congress was quick to dub the Prime Minister’s address as “another election rally speech” and accused him of speaking lies.”Another election rally speech lasting 97 minutes in the Rajya Sabha today by the Prime Minister. As always, it was overflowing with abuses and assaults, distortions and dramatics, innuendos and insults — and of course his usual quota of blatant and brazen lies,” Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said on X.”His self-obsession and his fixation on dialogue-baazi and demagoguery was on full display,” the Congress leader added.‘Insensitive government in West Bengal’The Prime Minister called the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal “insensitive” and alleged that the ruling party was helping infiltrators. He took a jibe at Mamata Banerjee who herself appeared in the Supreme Court to argue in an ongoing case against the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in her state.West Bengal will vote to elect a new assembly in a month or two and the BJP is going all out to wrest power from the Trinamool Congress.”Our colleagues from the TMC spoke a lot… They should introspect… A merciless government that is creating new records of decline, and they are giving sermons here. Such merciless government is pushing the future of people into darkness,” Modi said referring to the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government.”They only care about power… Even the most prosperous countries are pushing out illegal infiltrators. In our country, courts are being pressured to save infiltrators,” he alleged.”How would the youth of the country forgive such people who are putting in efforts to fight the case of infiltrators? They are snatching the rights of our youth, their livelihood… tribal land. It endangers the lives of our sons and daughters… But they only care about power, and they are advising us,” he lamented. Modi said they are “blind” to these problems being faced by the youth.‘Congress, Congress, Congress … and Assam’The bulk of Prime Minister Modi’s speech was focussed on the Congress and the Gandhis including Jawahar Lal Nehru and Indira Gandhi.The Congress was accused of insulting the President and hence the entire tribals and the women community, insulting a Sikh BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu and hence the entire Sikh community and finally insulting an Assamese acting Lok Sabha Speaker on chair and hence the entire Assamese people.Talking about disruptions in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said, “Congress insulted the President. It’s shameful…Yesterday in the Lok Sabha, a discussion could not be held on the President’s address. It is an insult to the office of the President. Such people do not have the right to speak about the Constitution”.”You have insulted tribals, women, and the top post of India,” he pointed out.”The incident that took place in the Lok Sabha is very painful. We can understand your frustration, but it was done in the temple of democracy. At that time, there was an MP from Assam in the chair, and papers were thrown at him. Is it not an insult to the northeast? Not an insult to the people of Assam?”He was referring to Dilip Saikia, a BJP MP from Darrang-Udalguri in Assam, and Krishna Prasad Tenneti, a TDP MP from Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. Both are members of the Panel of Chairpersons in the Lok Sabha.Assam, like Bengal, will vote to elect a new assembly in some months and the Congress is going all out to defeat the BJP which has ruled the state for the last 10 years.With the entire opposition staging a walkout from Rajya Sabha after initially raising slogans against the Centre, the Prime Minister made the speech without any disruptions. The opposition claimed that the leaders of opposition (LoP) in both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha were not being allowed to speak, prompting them to stage a walkout.”Vipaksha ki awaaz nahi dabegi. Tanashahi nahi chalegi. LoP (Leader of Opposition) ko bolne do. (The opposition’s voice can’t be suppressed. Dictatorship cannot work. Let the LoP speak),” the opposition leaders raised slogans as soon as the Prime Minister started to speak. However, once they walked out there were no further disruptions unlike in Lok Sabha where the Prime Minister did not come to speak yesterday.(With inputs from agencies)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Trump Wanted Unilateral Deal With India’: Former Envoy Unpacks India-US Trade Deal AnnouncementRahul Gandhi Called Ravneet Bittu ‘Traitor’ Because He Is Sikh: PM Modi’s Big Attack’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil ClaimIndia Shifts Trade Focus To Gulf Bloc After US And EU Deals, Piyush Goyal Announces Fresh FTA PushRajya Sabha Explodes As Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge Trade Barbs Over Rahul Gandhi, ‘Gag’ On OppositionArt of the deal: How India turned from Maharaja of tariffs to king of deals123PhotostoriesCraziest things people have stolen from popular tourist locations5 high-performance cars that blend beauty with engineering powerPriyanka Chopra to Katrina Kaif: 5 iconic bridal jewellery pieces that made it to wedding trousseau of Bollywood’s top divas8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti sideAbhishek Bachchan birthday special: Must-watch films on OTT including ‘Guru’, ‘Dasvi’, ‘Manmarziyaan’, ‘Ludo’ and ‘Ghoomer’Kangana Ranaut is owning Parliament style again: 5 saree looks that made everyone stop scrolling123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unleashed a scathing attack on the opposition, with a special focus on rivals in poll-bound states of West Bengal and Assam. At the receiving end were the Congress, which is the BJP’s principal challenger in Assam and a key contender for power in Kerala, and the Trinamool…

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SSC Phase 13 result 2026 out at ssc.gov.in: Cut-off released, 67,543 candidates shortlisted for next stage

SSC Phase 13 result 2026 out at ssc.gov.in: Cut-off released, 67,543 candidates shortlisted for next stage

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SSC declares Phase XIII 2025 result for 10+2 level posts, 14,768 shortlisted The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has finally declared the results of the Phase-13 Selection Post Recruitment Examination 2025, which will help lakhs of candidates awaiting the next update. The computer-based test results, along with the category-wise cut-off marks, have been declared for Matriculation,…

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‘Salman Khan entered a night club and paid for everyone, handed champagne bottles’, recalls blogger talking about his generousity

‘Salman Khan entered a night club and paid for everyone, handed champagne bottles’, recalls blogger talking about his generousity

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Salman Khan is always known to be a friend’s friend and in his younger days, he was considered the life of a party. A superstar who thrived on nightlife, Salman had a reputation for not just hosting lavish parties but also happily footing the bill for others. One such unforgettable night from that era was…

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Epstein Files: New email shows Ghislaine Maxwell explains controversial photo of Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre | World News

Epstein Files: New email shows Ghislaine Maxwell explains controversial photo of Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre | World News

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Andrew pictured with Virginia Giuffre and Ghislaine Maxwell/ US Department of Justice via Press Association Newly released records from the United States Department of Justice include an email in which Ghislaine Maxwell appears to set out her account of the circumstances surrounding the long-disputed photograph showing Prince Andrew with his arm around Virginia Giuffre.The message,…

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“Pollution is a legacy problem resulting from negligence of previous govts”: Rekha Gupta Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said that air pollution and pollution of the Yamuna river are “legacy problems” caused by years of neglect and short-term policymaking by the previous AAP government, asserting that her administration is pursuing a comprehensive, long-term strategy to address both challenges.Speaking in an exclusive interview with ANI, Gupta rejected the criticism that measures such as GRAP, Odd-Even, artificial rain and anti-smog guns have failed to deliver results, saying these steps were never meant to be permanent solutions.”Pollution is a legacy problem resulting from the negligence of previous governments. If we look at pollution only from the perspective that the air should be clean, we will not get results. You have to work on dust, air and water together, with a holistic vision,” she said.Taking a swipe at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Gupta said previous administrations relied heavily on temporary relief measures and publicity, while ignoring structural reforms.”Sprinklers, anti-smog guns and mist can give only short-term relief. The real work should have been done on dust mitigation, public transport and long-term planning,” she said.The Chief Minister identified vehicular emissions, road dust and waste mismanagement as key contributors to Delhi’s air pollution, which often remains in the ‘severe’ category even during winter months. “Vehicular emission is said to be a major cause of pollution, but public transport was never taken to the extent it should have been,” she said.Gupta said her government has drawn up a phased plan to move Delhi’s public transport system towards zero emissions. “When we came, we planned that public transport should be 100 per cent electric and on clean fuel. Today, there are around 3,600 buses in Delhi. We added 1,700 buses after coming to power, and by December 2026, this will reach 7,700. Our requirement is 11,000 buses, which we will complete by 2028,” she said.She added that funding has been sanctioned for Metro expansion, last-mile connectivity through EV autos, e-bikes and cycles near Metro stations, and stricter enforcement against unfit and polluting vehicles. “The government has to make a 360-degree movement. Work has to be done on every single aspect,” she said.Gupta also pointed to reforms in road construction and maintenance to reduce dust pollution. “Earlier, one department would build a road, and another would dig it again. This was the work culture of Delhi. We are changing that by enforcing ducting and accountability,” she said, adding that engineers from PWD and MCD were brought together to standardise practices.Linking garbage mountains directly to air pollution, Gupta said a visible reduction in landfills is the result of policy-driven, time-bound action. “Delhi generates about 11,000 metric tonnes of garbage daily. Earlier, it was never processed, and that is why mountains of garbage were formed,” she said, attacking the Opposition for merely shifting waste from one site to another.She said the government is confident of clearing legacy waste at the Okhla and Bhalswa landfill sites by 2026, while work at Ghazipur may take longer. “These results are not without policy and dedication,” she said.On the Yamuna river, Gupta said untreated sewage, cattle dung and industrial waste flowing directly into drains had severely polluted the river. “Friends, drains were falling straight into Yamuna ji. Sewage treatment plants were not upgraded. These conditions were spoiled over years,” she said.The Chief Minister said her government has upgraded 37 old sewage treatment plants and initiated large-scale de-silting of drains across the city. “As soon as we came, we started de-silting work. New machines from Finland are being used at places like Najafgarh, Barapullah and Sunheri Pullah,” she said.She also highlighted steps to process cattle dung through biogas plants. “For so many years, did anyone think of setting up biogas plants? Thousands of tonnes of dung went into drains and then into Yamuna ji. We have started the first plant to process 600 tonnes, with more plants in the pipeline,” she said. Addressing opposition criticism on the pace of cleaning the Yamuna, Gupta said results cannot be instantaneous. “People ask, ‘When will Yamuna be clean?’ I tell them, these are conditions spoiled over the years. The steps we have taken are time-bound, and their results will be visible with time,” she said.Reiterating her government’s approach, Gupta said, “The government will do its bit, the public will also have to do its bit. Together, we will be able to get better air and cleaner water for Delhi.” End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRahul Gandhi Called Ravneet Bittu ‘Traitor’ Because He Is Sikh: PM Modi’s Big Attack’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil ClaimIndia Shifts Trade Focus To Gulf Bloc After US And EU Deals, Piyush Goyal Announces Fresh FTA PushRajya Sabha Explodes As Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge Trade Barbs Over Rahul Gandhi, ‘Gag’ On OppositionArt of the deal: How India turned from Maharaja of tariffs to king of dealsIndia And US Close In On Trade Deal, Union Minister Piyush Goyal Says Signing Likely By Mid-March123PhotostoriesCraziest things people have stolen from popular tourist locations5 high-performance cars that blend beauty with engineering powerPriyanka Chopra to Katrina Kaif: 5 iconic bridal jewellery pieces that made it to wedding trousseau of Bollywood’s top divas8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti sideAbhishek Bachchan birthday special: Must-watch films on OTT including ‘Guru’, ‘Dasvi’, ‘Manmarziyaan’, ‘Ludo’ and ‘Ghoomer’Kangana Ranaut is owning Parliament style again: 5 saree looks that made everyone stop scrolling123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

“Pollution is a legacy problem resulting from negligence of previous govts”: Rekha Gupta Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said that air pollution and pollution of the Yamuna river are “legacy problems” caused by years of neglect and short-term policymaking by the previous AAP government, asserting that her administration is pursuing a comprehensive, long-term strategy to address both challenges.Speaking in an exclusive interview with ANI, Gupta rejected the criticism that measures such as GRAP, Odd-Even, artificial rain and anti-smog guns have failed to deliver results, saying these steps were never meant to be permanent solutions.”Pollution is a legacy problem resulting from the negligence of previous governments. If we look at pollution only from the perspective that the air should be clean, we will not get results. You have to work on dust, air and water together, with a holistic vision,” she said.Taking a swipe at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Gupta said previous administrations relied heavily on temporary relief measures and publicity, while ignoring structural reforms.”Sprinklers, anti-smog guns and mist can give only short-term relief. The real work should have been done on dust mitigation, public transport and long-term planning,” she said.The Chief Minister identified vehicular emissions, road dust and waste mismanagement as key contributors to Delhi’s air pollution, which often remains in the ‘severe’ category even during winter months. “Vehicular emission is said to be a major cause of pollution, but public transport was never taken to the extent it should have been,” she said.Gupta said her government has drawn up a phased plan to move Delhi’s public transport system towards zero emissions. “When we came, we planned that public transport should be 100 per cent electric and on clean fuel. Today, there are around 3,600 buses in Delhi. We added 1,700 buses after coming to power, and by December 2026, this will reach 7,700. Our requirement is 11,000 buses, which we will complete by 2028,” she said.She added that funding has been sanctioned for Metro expansion, last-mile connectivity through EV autos, e-bikes and cycles near Metro stations, and stricter enforcement against unfit and polluting vehicles. “The government has to make a 360-degree movement. Work has to be done on every single aspect,” she said.Gupta also pointed to reforms in road construction and maintenance to reduce dust pollution. “Earlier, one department would build a road, and another would dig it again. This was the work culture of Delhi. We are changing that by enforcing ducting and accountability,” she said, adding that engineers from PWD and MCD were brought together to standardise practices.Linking garbage mountains directly to air pollution, Gupta said a visible reduction in landfills is the result of policy-driven, time-bound action. “Delhi generates about 11,000 metric tonnes of garbage daily. Earlier, it was never processed, and that is why mountains of garbage were formed,” she said, attacking the Opposition for merely shifting waste from one site to another.She said the government is confident of clearing legacy waste at the Okhla and Bhalswa landfill sites by 2026, while work at Ghazipur may take longer. “These results are not without policy and dedication,” she said.On the Yamuna river, Gupta said untreated sewage, cattle dung and industrial waste flowing directly into drains had severely polluted the river. “Friends, drains were falling straight into Yamuna ji. Sewage treatment plants were not upgraded. These conditions were spoiled over years,” she said.The Chief Minister said her government has upgraded 37 old sewage treatment plants and initiated large-scale de-silting of drains across the city. “As soon as we came, we started de-silting work. New machines from Finland are being used at places like Najafgarh, Barapullah and Sunheri Pullah,” she said.She also highlighted steps to process cattle dung through biogas plants. “For so many years, did anyone think of setting up biogas plants? Thousands of tonnes of dung went into drains and then into Yamuna ji. We have started the first plant to process 600 tonnes, with more plants in the pipeline,” she said. Addressing opposition criticism on the pace of cleaning the Yamuna, Gupta said results cannot be instantaneous. “People ask, ‘When will Yamuna be clean?’ I tell them, these are conditions spoiled over the years. The steps we have taken are time-bound, and their results will be visible with time,” she said.Reiterating her government’s approach, Gupta said, “The government will do its bit, the public will also have to do its bit. 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“Pollution is a legacy problem resulting from negligence of previous govts”: Rekha Gupta Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said that air pollution and pollution of the Yamuna river are “legacy problems” caused by years of neglect and short-term policymaking by the previous AAP government, asserting that her administration is pursuing a comprehensive, long-term strategy…

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SSC Selection Posts Phase 13 Result 2025 declared at ssc.gov.in: 14,768 candidates move to the scrutiny stage; check cut-off and direct link here

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SSC declares Phase XIII 2025 result for 10+2 level posts, 14,768 shortlisted The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has finally declared the Phase-XIII/2025 Selection Posts Examination (10+2 Level) result, bringing relief—and a fair bit of nervous anticipation—to lakhs of candidates across the country. The Computer Based Examination (CBE), held between 24 July and 2 August 2025,…

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‘Assi’ marks the thrilling reunion of Anubhav Sinha and Taapsee Pannu, offering a profound exploration of a rape case through a legal lens. The trailer reveals Pannu as an unstoppable lawyer taking on deep-rooted corruption, with Kani Kusruti providing a compelling performance as the survivor. Anubhav Sinha and Taapsee Pannu are back together with ‘Assi’,…

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