Intel officer changes appearance to evade arrest for two months after ‘raping’ minor

Police identified the accused as Kailash Kumar Lal Das, an Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO- Grade II) -- a rank equivalent to a sub-inspector.

Delhi govt clears fund for payment of outstanding salaries in govt-funded DU colleges

The Delhi government has said that it has released fund for the payment of outstanding salaries of teaching and non-teaching staff in 12 colleges managed by it.

Delhi’s minars: forbidden pleasures

The minars (towers) of medieval Delhi still dominate the skyline of the capital. Half a century ago, they were much sought after as they offered a bird’s eye view of the city to both tourists and the capital’s citizens. But now they are closed to the public. Patriot uncovers the stories behind their closure 

Sexual assault at school: EDMC to suspend principal, teacher, says mayor

The corporation has also issued show cause notice to the school inspector for filing an incorrect report about the incident

Off to school no more: Homeschooling

Some Indian families are taking on the responsibility of providing better education to their children at home. It goes beyond signing them up for new hobbies or skill-learning classes. How relevant is this new system, and is it here to stay?

Playing the right cards

When the lockdown prevented children from playing outdoors, two Delhi-based entrepreneurs used the opportunity to create card games that educate children on nature, environment and geography – while having fun

Delhi Summers: Cucumber losing its cool quotient

While the heatwave is keeping several people locked inside their air-conditioned homes and offices, vendors have to spend the entire day outdoors to earn a meagre livelihood. Delhi’s locally produced summer drinks and food offer passersby much-needed respite.

Adding fire to the heat wave: As Bhalswa burns, residents suffer

It's now a week of the fire at the Bhalswa landfill site in North Delhi, which has become a landmark of sorts for anyone who enters the capital city from Haryana, as a glimpse of the smoking garbage pile is unmissable