Delhi govt opens applications for class 9, 11 at Ambedkar Schools of Specialised Excellence

In 2021, the Delhi government set up ASoSEs throughout the city in order to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020's vision of providing specialised learning opportunities for students affiliated with the Delhi Board of School Education (DBSE) who have a strong interest and aptitude in a particular subject starting in secondary school (classes 9–12)

Delhi govt’s excise department earns over Rs 3,500 crore in first half of FY 2023-24

Official data reveals that from April to September in the fiscal year 2023-24, the Delhi government accrued revenue totaling Rs 3,588 crore. This revenue from the liquor trade comprises Rs 2,457 crore in excise duty and Rs 1,131 crore in value-added tax (VAT) on the sale of 27.6 crore liquor bottles during this period

Delhi government sets targets for departments, agencies for 2023-24

The budget included a breakdown of the objectives and financial resources allotted to the 22 departments and agencies' various plans and schemes in 2023–2024

Life in choppy waters

Whatever they saved over the years through perseverance and hard labour was washed away in an instant, say flood-affected people

Atishi takes charge of finance as Delhi govt sees reshuffle

With the new responsibilities, Atishi, who is the only woman minister in the cabinet, now holds a total of 12 portfolios, the highest among all ministers

Delhiites will soon receive plants at doorstep from govt to improve city’s green cover

Data submitted by the forest department to the Delhi High Court in May last year showed that only 33.33 per cent of the 16,461 trees transplanted in Delhi over the previous three years have survived

To check pollution, MCD to increase green waste management centres in Delhi

For green waste management, several vehicles are required for the transportation of waste to the centres. Besides, several pieces of equipment are required to ensure the complete management of waste

“Schoolchildren will teach people to be happy”, says Atishi Marlena

Atishi discussed the responsibilities of teachers and administrators and highlighted the role of Happiness Curriculum and emphasised on the importance of mindfulness