Ali Fraz Rezvi
Ali Fraz Rezvi covers heritage, history, literature and current social issues for the Patriot.
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Increased Air Pollution – Delhi registers the worst AQI in the past 102 days
For the first time in 102 days, the pollution level increased to a point where the air quality was seen in the poor category
Too young to die: Targeted killings of minors seems to be a disturbing trend in Delhi
Bullying, superstitions, drugs and rivalry are once again in the news as Delhi registered a number of murders in the month of September – and the trend continues into October In Delhi, every day brings with it a new set of disasters. Accidents, kilings, road rage, rape, robbery and murder are common in the city. […]
Downpour brings down Capital’s mercury, but spawns dengue
The retreating monsoon left puddles of water in Delhi, prompting authorities to review the city's dengue prevention efforts. As the Delhi government announces initiatives to check the spread of mosquito-borne diseases, experts are unhappy with the capacity of public hospitals to handle such cases
Helpline and complaint numbers: MCD takes another step against Dengue in Delhi
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has released helpline and complaint numbers in order to tackle the rising cases of dengue in Delhi. Earlier, the MCD had issued several fines and notices in the same regard. However, the cases continued to increase
Ram Leelas in Delhi: Remnants of a multicultural past
After a gap of two years, the city of Delhi is back with its traditional Ram Leelas in multiple venues of the national capital territory. The age-old theatrical representation of the Ramayan is not just bound to the great Hindu epic but is also a reminder of the city’s multi-cultural past
When night falls, women’s safety goes for a six
Delhi Police detained seven people from a club in the South Extension area after a brawl between bouncers and women in the middle of the night. The incident has again brought back put the spotlight on women’s safety in Delhi
Delhi records 358 lumpy skin cases in 10 days; govt procures 25K vax doses
The authorities reported 173 cases of lumpy skin disease in the capital on September 11. The first case was detected at the end of August
Rising from the ruins, the serai in the zoo
Delhi government has announced plans to revive the lost cultural and architectural beauty of the Azimganj Serai, which dates back to the 16th century. City’s archaeology department will work with the Aga Khan Trust on the project