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Delhi rains: LG holds emergency meeting, officials' leave cancelled
Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena conducted an emergency meeting on Friday to address the severe waterlogging in Delhi following prolonged rainfall. He directed officials to establish an emergency control room and deploy static pumps to manage the waterlogging. Saxena instructed that all senior officers on leave return to duty and that no leave be sanctioned for the next two months. He noted the city's lack of preparedness, citing incomplete drain de-silting and a pending Flood Control Order, and urged immediate action.
Delhi mayoral polls remain in limbo despite CM Kejriwal out on bail
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) postponed the mayoral polls in April citing non-appointment of presiding officer by the LG. However, the LG office has denied receiving any new requests from the Chief Minister's office. The Supreme Court had granted bail to Arvind Kejriwal on May 10 in the Excise Policy case.
AAP demonstrates outside BJP HQ in Delhi over mayor's election; several detained
The AAP accused the BJP of "conspiring" with the Lt Governor VK Saxena to "cancel" the mayoral elections fearing the win of the AAP candidate in the polls. The AAP alleged that the BJP wanted to stop a person from the Dalit community from becoming the Mayor of Delhi.
AAP alleges Lt Governor's office has cancelled April 26 mayoral polls
Asked whether the party will approach court in the matter, he responded, "We are discussing with lawyers on the matter and will see what happens. We have seen duch difficulties earlier also but we will ensure that mayor is elected." AAP MLA Vishesh Ravi alleged that BJP was stopping a person from Dalit community from becoming the mayor.
Delhi government extends existing excise policy
The Delhi government has extended its excise duty-based policy for the financial year 2024-25, allowing wholesale licenses under the same terms as the previous year. The policy, in effect since October 2023, will continue for the coming year, with licenses renewable under existing terms. This policy, introduced in 2022, shifted retail liquor business from private firms to Delhi government enterprises. A new excise policy is in the works but has not yet been finalized or implemented.
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South Korean shares hit 20-month high on chip boost, policy optimism
Foreigners were net buyers of shares worth 607.6 billion won ($455.10 million) in their 18th session of buying out of the last 20 sessions. In the other two, their sales were by just small margins.
Delhi: LG gives nod to notify 147 acres of land in Rani Khera for industrial development
Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved the notification of 147 acres of land in northwest Delhi's Rani Khera area for the establishment of an industrial zone, according to officials from Raj Niwas. The land was transferred from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC) in 2007.
Chinese players OnePlus, Realme to switch off manufacturing, selling TVs in India
Chinese companies OnePlus and Realme have decided to discontinue the production and sale of televisions in India, according to sources. However, the companies will continue to operate in the smartphone business in the country. This move comes as there is increasing pressure on Chinese companies in India, despite Xiaomi's success in the television category.
Delhi govt sold over 61 cr liquor bottles, earned Rs 7,285 cr last year: Officials
The Delhi government earned over Rs 7,285 crore in the last year by selling more than 61 crore liquor bottles under its current excise policy. The revenue collection from the new excise policy was Rs 5,487.58 crore in 2021-22, but it was withdrawn due to alleged irregularities.
LG terminates services of 400 private persons working in various Delhi govt depts
According to officials, some of these employees were engaged in various services in a non-transparent manner and without obtaining the mandatory approval of the competent authority. There was non-observance of reservation policy for SC, ST and OBC candidates prescribed by DoPT in these engagements, said officials.
SC reserves order on Delhi govt's plea challenging LG's power to nominate members in MCD
The Supreme Court observed that giving power to LG to nominate aldermen in MCD means he can destabilise elected civic body, reported PTI. The court, on Tuesday, had asked about the "source of power" of the LG under the Constitution and the law to nominate 10 aldermen to the MCD. without the aid and advice of the elected government.
Row over nomination of MCD members: LG should act on aid & advice of government, says SC
The Supreme Court Friday observed the lieutenant governor has to act on the "aid and advice" of the council of ministers of the Delhi government in nominating 10 aldermen to the MCD, a day after it substantially clipped the wings of the Centre's point man in running day-to-day administration of the national capital.
Delhi govt vs LG: A long history of disputes
The AAP government has repeatedly accused Saxena of meddling in the day-to-day affairs of the Delhi government. Chief Minister Kejriwal once even alleged that the LG issued orders on "practically every" subject to the chief secretary, bypassing his government. Their strained relationship led to frequent confrontations between them over a range of issues, including the excise policy, training of teachers in Finland, free yoga classes, mohalla clinics, transfer of bureaucrats, sanctioning of funds, control over the Anti-Corruption Branch, and the extension of power subsidy to consumers.
Mayor polls: Kejriwal suggests senior AAP councillor as presiding officer, file sent to LG
Sources in the LG's office confirmed that the file has been received but said Saxena is yet to take a decision. The Delhi BJP, however, said it was "regrettable" that the chief minister was trying to "mislead" the public even on the issue of constitutional arrangements like the appointment of the presiding officer for mayoral elections.
Over half of buildings in Delhi built in unplanned manner: LG VK Saxena
More than half of the buildings in Delhi have been built in an unplanned manner exposing the city to the threat of disasters like earthquake, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena said Tuesday. Speaking at the launch of the Aapda Mitra training programme by the IP University, he said the role these volunteers will play during a potential disaster is very important as they would be the first responders.
LG tried to prevent Delhi govt from presenting its views in SC in MCD case: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday termed the Supreme Court's order on mayoral poll a victory of democracy and claimed that it proves how the Lt Governor and the BJP were passing "illegal and unconstitutional orders"
Delhi L-G approves Feb 16 for convening of MCD House; fourth meeting to elect mayor
Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena has given his approval to convene the next session of the MCD House on February 16 for election to the post of mayor, his office said on Sunday. This will be the fourth meeting of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) House since December's civic polls to elect the mayor.
Delhi Police soon to recruit 6,000 personnel, half of them women
The LG also instructed for enhanced and visible policing, expediting construction of buildings for fast-track courts dealing with women safety issues, and integrating street lights with 311 app, said a statement from the LG's Office.
SC seeks response of LG office on plea for early holding of Delhi mayoral election
The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought responses of the office of the lieutenant governor, pro tem presiding officer Satya Sharma of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and others on a plea filed by AAP mayoral candidate Shelly Oberoi seeking early holding of the mayoral election.
After ruckus at first meet, MCD convened on Jan 24 to elect Mayor
Lt Governor VK Saxena has approved the convening of the next meeting of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi on January 24 for the oath-taking of councillors and the election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor, an official at LG House said on Monday.
Delhi LG's office has refused to give timely appointment to CM Kejriwal for meeting: AAP govt sources
The LG had written to Kejriwal on Monday inviting him for a meeting to discuss governance-related issues, amid differences between the two sides.
Delhi LG invites Kejriwal for meeting to discuss provisions governing city administration
The LG's office and the AAP government in Delhi have often found themselves at loggerheads over various issues, including the now-scrapped excise policy.
Delhi LG launches one-time property tax amnesty scheme 'SAMRIDDHI 2022-23'
Under the scheme, residential property owners can pay just the principal property tax amount of the current and of the past five years. For commercial properties, owners can pay the principal amount case of the last six years and get a waiver on past pending dues, including penalty and interest, according to an official statement.
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