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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
Man with a plan: Nurturing young hockey dreams
K Arumugam left his government job to provide hockey training to underprivileged children of ages 11-15, a mission he continues to pursue against all odds
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.
Gone at 20: Sam passed on too soon
The death of Sam, a neurodivergent trans student, yet again highlights the issues faced by the queer community in academia and at home. It also foregrounds the lack of safe spaces for sexual minorities.
Delhi govt gives Rs 1 crore each to families of two frontline workers who died of Covid
The Delhi government on Thursday provided financial assistance of Rs 1 crore each to the families of two frontline workers who contracted COVID-19 on duty and died fighting it.