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Dry day, holiday in schools, metro timings also changed… know the changes before the MCD elections in Delhi

The noise of campaigning for the Municipal Corporation elections in Delhi has come to an end. On Sunday i.e. December 4, votes will be cast to elect councilors in 250 wards. Before this, the Delhi government made three major changes so that the election arrangements can be implemented smoothly. In view of the elections, the Excise Department has declared a dry day for three days in Delhi. That is, there will be a ban on the sale of liquor in Delhi from Friday to Sunday. Liquor shops will remain closed on all three days. Apart from this, a holiday has been declared for all government schools on Saturday by the Delhi government. Due to the next day being Sunday, there will be a holiday in the schools. The third decision has been taken by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation. Metro services will be available every half an hour from 4 am on Sunday, the day of voting. This process will continue till 6 in the morning.
On behalf of the Education Department of the Delhi government, it was told that due to the preparations for the voting to be held on Sunday, a holiday has been declared for all government schools on Saturday. In return, schools will remain open on 10 December i.e. on the second Saturday of the month.
Liquor shops will remain closed for three days in the capital
Similarly, Delhi will have a dry day for three days from Friday. Delhi Excise Commissioner Krishna Mohan Uppu told that under Rule 52 of Excise Rules 2010, December 2 to 4 and December 7 will be dry days. Dry days are those days when the government bans the sale of liquor in shops, clubs, bars. According to the notification, there will be a dry day in Delhi from 5.30 pm on Friday, 2 December to 5.30 pm on 4 December. Not only this, there will be a dry day on 7th December i.e. the whole day of the results. That means there will be a ban on the sale of liquor.
Metro service will start at 4 am on Sunday
At the same time, Delhi Metro Railway Corporation (DMRC) has made changes in metro operations on the day of polling. Metro services will be started at 4 am on December 4 (Sunday), the day of voting in MCD elections. Metro will be available on all lines at an interval of every half an hour from 4 am to 6 am. After 6 am, the normal frequency will continue like normal days. Delhi Metro is currently providing services on a total of 10 lines, including Red Line, Yellow, Blue, Green, Violet, Pink, Magenta, Gray, and Airport Express Line.
Source: Aajtak
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Stray Dogs Missing in Delhi After G20, Community Efforts Underway to Locate Them.

Representational Image | Source: ANI
In the wake of the G20 Summit, a puzzling situation has arisen in Delhi. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) recently declared that they had released all the stray dogs they had captured before the event. However, this move has left many dog feeders, animal enthusiasts, and animal welfare organizations scratching their heads, as they’ve noticed that several dogs are nowhere to be found, prompting grassroots efforts to reunite these dogs with their rightful territories.
According to these concerned groups, the MCD’s approach was quite unconventional. They claim that without any clear records of where these animals originally roamed, the MCD released them at random locations on September 11, causing a state of confusion for both the dogs and their caregivers.
One passionate activist, Gunjan Uppal, stumbled upon an elderly and frail dog named Granny at an Animal Birth Control (ABC) facility in Masoodpur. Gunjan, who had been closely monitoring the ABC units due to concerns about their treatment of animals, shared her discovery, saying, “Some of these dogs had tags, but many were without any identification.” It took her a painstaking four days to locate Granny.
Shashank Malhotra, who has been dedicatedly feeding dogs near the airport terminals since 2019, is on a quest to find nine out of the eighteen missing dogs. He also raised concerns about the lack of proper tagging for these dogs. “Fifteen to sixteen new dogs have mysteriously appeared at the cargo terminal,” Shashank explained, highlighting the bewildering nature of the situation. Dog feeders like Shashank are now coming together through social media channels to collaborate in their search for the missing dogs.
Manni Singh, a dedicated dog rescuer, has also turned to social media to aid in her quest to find the missing dogs. She’s even taken her efforts offline, distributing pamphlets to local chaiwalas with the promise of a ?5,000 reward for any information leading to their recovery.
Divya Puri, a devoted member of the Karanpuri Foundation, an animal welfare group, has been keeping a watchful eye on the situation. She noted, “In total, there are 31 dogs missing from Pragati Maidan and the Airport terminals.” She has gone the extra mile by sharing this list with the MCD caretakers in hopes of a resolution.
Despite the mounting concerns and community efforts, MCD officials remain steadfast in their assertion that all the dogs were released in the same areas they were captured from and that proper tagging was carried out. The mystery of the missing dogs in Delhi continues, leaving those who care deeply about these animals determined to bring them back to their rightful homes.
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Delhi Metro Introduces Special ‘Tourist Smart Cards’ for G20 Summit Visitors.

In a wonderful effort to enhance the experience of our international friends and visitors who will be attending the G20 Summit in Delhi, we have some exciting news to share! The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is rolling out something special just for you – ‘Tourist Smart Cards.’ These nifty cards have been specially crafted to make your travel within our city an absolute breeze, and they will be available at selected metro stations starting from September 4th for a limited 10-day period.
Now, let’s dive into the details. These smart cards will be waiting for you at dedicated counters in a total of 36 metro stations across Delhi. And guess what? We’ve got not one but two fantastic options for you to choose from – the one-day validity card and the three-day validity card. With these in your pocket, you’ll have the freedom to hop on and off our extensive metro network as much as you like, making it super convenient to explore all of Delhi’s amazing tourist hotspots.
So, let’s talk prices! The one-day validity Tourist Smart Card comes at an affordable rate of just Rs 200, and if you’re planning to stay a bit longer and soak in all the Delhi vibes, the three-day validity Tourist Smart Card is priced at Rs 500. And don’t worry, we’ve got your back with a refundable security deposit of Rs 50 included in that.
Now, here’s the best part – these cards give you unrestricted access to the entire metro network. No need to worry about entry/exit mismatches or overstaying within the system – we won’t be hitting you with any pesky penalties or surcharges. We’re here to make sure your journey is smooth and hassle-free.
To make your Delhi exploration even more enjoyable, we’ve got a little bonus for you. The Delhi Metro Rail offers a handy app that’s your go-to guide for everything metro-related. Inside the app, you’ll find a dedicated ‘Tour Guide’ section, where we’ve laid out all the metro stations and nearby tourist attractions just for you. It’s like having your own personal tour guide right in your pocket!
Here’s a quick list of metro stations with dedicated ‘Tourist Smart Card’ counters to help you get started:
1. Kashmere Gate | 10. Jor Bagh | 19. JLN Stadium | 28. Sarojini Nagar |
2. Chandni Chowk | 11. Dilli haat – INA | 20. Jangpura | 29. Chhatarpur |
3. Chawri Bazar | 12. Lal Quila | 21. Lajpat Nagar | 30. Qutub Minar |
4. New Delhi | 13. Jama Masjid | 22. Barakhamba Road | 31. Hauz Khas |
5. Rajiv Chowk | 14. Delhi Gate | 23. Ramakrishana Ashram Marg | 32. Nehru Place |
6. Patel Chowk | 15. ITO | 24. Jhandewalan | 33. Kalkaji Mandir |
7. Central Secretariat | 16. Mandi House | 25. Supreme Court | 34. Akshardham |
8. Udyog Bhawan | 17. Janpath | 26. Indraprastha | 35. Terminal 1 IGI Airport |
9. Lok Kalyan Marg | 18. Khan Market | 27. South Extension | 36. Karol Bagh |
So, dear international guests, get ready to explore Delhi with ease and enjoy your time at the G20 Summit to the fullest. We’re thrilled to welcome you, and we hope these ‘Tourist Smart Cards’ will add an extra layer of convenience and fun to your stay. Safe travels, and happy exploring!
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Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Unveils Five New Mohalla Clinics, Including Women’s Health Facility.

Representational Image | Image Source: Arvind Kejriwal (Twitter)
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal unveiled five new Mohalla Clinics, including one specifically catering to women’s health known as a Mahila Mohalla Clinic, within the city on Tuesday. During the event, Kejriwal emphasized the exceptional skills and dedication exhibited by the medical personnel at these clinics, underlining their profound impact on the populace.
Addressing the audience, the AAP national convenor also highlighted that a total of eleven Mohalla Clinics are presently operational in Greater Kailash, attesting to the significant expansion of this initiative.
The recently inaugurated healthcare facilities are strategically situated at Keshopur Sabzi Mandi, Shahbad Diary (housing both a general Mohalla Clinic and the Mahila Mohalla Clinic), as well as Govindpuri and Kalkaji Market. Utilizing their online platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), the party announced that the National Capital now boasts a total of 533 fully operational Mohalla Clinics, with 512 running during the morning shift and 21 catering to patients during the evening hours.
Initiated in 2015, Mohalla Clinics are community health centers that were originally introduced in New Delhi. These establishments offer essential medical services at no cost, encompassing prescription medications, diagnostic tests, and medical consultations.
Extending beyond the capital, the AAP-led Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, celebrated the eve of Independence Day, August 14, by inaugurating 76 Mohalla Clinics throughout the state. This step showcases the positive trajectory of the Mohalla Clinic initiative beyond its New Delhi origins.
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