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News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Going to give good results in long term Delhi minister on Education bill
New Delhi [India], August 6 (ANI): Delhi Minister Pankaj Singh said that the Education bill, which was introduced in the Delhi assembly on Monday, is going to give very 'good results in the long term".Delhi Minister Pankaj Singh told ANI, '… The people of Delhi and the parents of students will be happy with this Bill. This is going to give very good results in the long term. It is an ideal bill…I don't know who the people protesting against this bill are…"Education Minister Ashish Sood on Monday tabled the 'Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees), Bill, 2025" in the Delhi Assembly, stating that the legislation seeks to end commercialisation of education and take action against those exploiting it for proposed law aims to regulate the arbitrary fee hikes by private schools in the national capital, providing relief to lakhs of students and their families.'Education is not a thing to be sold. This bill aims to halt the commercialisation of education. We are bringing the bill to take action against those mafias who are selling education…" Sood said while tabling the Bill was tabled on the first day of the Monsoon session of the Eighth Legislative Assembly, which commenced on Monday and will continue until August 8. However, the session may be extended depending on the exigencies of legislative a separate statement, the Delhi Education Minister said, 'Today, I have come here with a permanent solution to the problems faced by millions of parents and children in Delhi, and to a legacy issue that has been ignored for decades."Sood stated that education is 'a sacred duty — a duty we must fulfil for the progress and prosperity of our motherland."He emphasised that the aim of education should not be 'earning', but rather 'learning' and nation-building.'This bill is a small effort on our part to honour Dr. Mukherjee's vision and to ensure that education does not become a burden on the people of India, but instead becomes a path leading them to a better future," he historical references, he discussed how the central government has resolved long-standing legacy issues over the decades, such as the Ram Mandir, Chenab Bridge, Article 370, and electrification of every stated that the Delhi government is now also 'focused on resolving the capital's old and complex issues, one of the most important legacy issues being the continuously rising fees of private schools."'This is not a recent problem, but a question that has troubled Delhi's parents for many decades," he mentioned the declining quality of the government education system over the past years, the significant shortage of schools, and how increasing private school fees have caused financial and mental difficulties for a jab at previous governments, he said, 'Earlier governments repeatedly issued only namesake orders — but they either feared or colluded with education mafias… There were neither audits nor records; everything was run on an ad-hoc basis."He stated that during its tenure, the (AAP) government built only 20 new schools, while approvals for other schools were granted during previous administrations. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Probe on Delhi Medical Council irregularities complete, report given
The Delhi government has completed its investigation into the alleged irregularities at the Delhi Medical Council (DMC) and submitted the report to the health and family welfare department, officials aware of the matter said on Monday. Probe on Delhi Medical Council irregularities complete, report given Delhi health minister Pankaj Singh confirmed to HT that the department had received the report and was reviewing it to determine the next course of action. The probe was conducted by a five-member committee constituted on July 8, following complaints of misconduct and administrative lapses at DMC -- particularly the controversial extension of retirement age for former registrar Dr Girish Tyagi. The committee was asked to submit its report by July 15. 'The committee has submitted its findings. After a detailed review, the department will take appropriate action,' said a senior health official, asking to remain anonymous. DMC, a statutory body established in 1998 under the Delhi Medical Council Act, 1997, regulates the practice of medicine in the Capital and ensures ethical standards among registered doctors. On July 17, lieutenant governor VK Saxena approved the dissolution of DMC, citing serious allegations of irregularities and lapses. The next day, health minister Singh issued formal orders to disband the council and reconstitute a new one within two months. The committee's mandate was to examine all complaints received against DMC and investigate the conduct of its executive committee, former registrar Tyagi, and the council's president and vice-president. The inquiry panel was led by Dr Digvijay Dutta, medical superintendent of Babu Jagjivan Ram Memorial Hospital. Other members included orthopedic specialist Dr Vivek Kumar Pathak, joint director (planning and audit) Vijendra Kumar, deputy secretary (administration) Raj Kumar, and accounts officer Harish Chandra — all from the health and family welfare department. Officials did not share the content of the report but said it is being closely studied. 'After reviewing the findings, the department will make its decisions public,' a senior official added.
Hindustan Times
31-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
DTC to relaunch tourist circuit of Delhi destinations
The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and tourism department are working on a plan to relaunch the popular tourist destination bus service—on the lines of Delhi Darshan Hop-On Hop-Off (Hoho), albeit in a fixed loop with dedicated stoppages—after a five-year pandemic-induced gap, officials aware of the matter said on Thursday. The previously operated Hoho bus service. (HT Archive) Tourism department officials said the service will be planned on two different routes, or circuits, in the evening hours. It is planned to start around 4-5pm and end around 9pm, they said. 'We plan to include some of the new attractions of Delhi like the PM Sanghrahalaya and the war memorial along with the lighting at some of the monuments and other buildings, which is why evening hours have been chosen,' an official said, requesting anonymity. 'We have seen from experience that Hoho service cannot be very successful in a busy city like Delhi because we cannot maintain the kind of frequency needed for it,' the official said. Transport department officials said the DTC has handed over two electric buses to the tourism department for the purpose. 'We had approved the proposal during the last board meeting of DTC and two electric buses have now been handed over to the tourism department for a pilot. If there is a higher demand, we will discuss if more buses are needed,' transport minister Pankaj Singh said. During the budget announcement in March, chief minister Rekha Gupta announced the allocation of ₹117 crore for tourism sector schemes, which, she said, was a 77.27% increase from the previous year's ₹66 crore. She also mentioned that the War Memorial, Kartavya Path, Prime Minister Museum and New Parliament House will be promoted as new tourism sites. Officials said that the tourism department will modify the two electric buses with a body wrap featuring pictures of popular monuments and include the Delhi government branding. The revenue sharing model has also been worked out and DTC has given the buses on special hire. Transport department officials reiterated that the service will be renamed and not be called a 'Hoho' service, as it is already a name used by private operators. The exact route, distance, start and end points and fares are yet to be finalised. 'A new name is being worked out and the bus will cover around 60-70 kilometres every day from morning to evening and will cover several important tourist destinations and monuments across the city. However, the exact details are being worked out,' the tourism department official said. The DTC used to operate Delhi Darshan buses every day before the Covid-19 pandemic struck. Sightseeing tours started from Scindia House at 9.15am and ended at 5.45pm. Popular attractions of the tour included Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Birla Mandir, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Humayun's Tomb and Akshardham Temple. The fare of the Delhi Darshan service AC bus was ₹200 for adults and ₹100 for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years. The route traversed Delhi Gate, Shanti Van, Tilak Mark, Akbar Road, Sansad Marg, Shanti Path, Shri Aurbindo Marg, Press Enclave Road, Outer Ring Road (Nehru Place), Modi Mill, Ring Road, Mathura Road, Lodhi Road, Pragati Maidan, Nizamuddin Yamuna Bridge, Laxmi Nagar, DDU Marg and Connaught Place.
Indian Express
30-07-2025
- Indian Express
Job fraudsters trick Bengaluru journalist into paying Rs 55 lakh ‘as processing fees and GST', police book 5
A 49-year-old journalist and author living in Bengaluru lost Rs 55 lakh in 73 days after fraudsters who offered him high-paying jobs tricked him into transferring money in the name of registration fees, processing charges, and Goods and Services Tax, the police said on Wednesday. According to the cyber police, who have registered a case and are investigating, the resident of Kasavanahalli in Bengaluru filed a complaint on Tuesday stating that he had registered on and received a call asking him to register on the Indeed job portal. The fraudsters used spoofed numbers and email addresses, including indeed1008@ybl, and hr@ to build credibility, according to the FIR. They also provided fake credentials, including job IDs and designations of people at companies like Amazon. Over two and a half months, the complainant said, he transferred the money to multiple bank accounts, in what he believed were official transactions linked to job confirmations. When the promised job offers never materialised and communication ceased, he realised he had been duped. The FIR names five suspects—Pankaj Singh, Karthick, Abhinav Arora, Ram Gopal Meena, and Bidappa—all thought to be operating from Delhi and Haryana. It has been filed under sections 66(c) (identity theft) and 66(d) (cheating by personation by using computer resource) of the Information Technology Act and sections 318(4)(cheating) and 319(2) (cheating by personation) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Mint
28-07-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
EVs versus hybrids: Niti Aayog enters the chat
Federal think tank Niti Aayog is examining the lifecycle emissions of electric, hybrid and conventional vehicles to determine which technology is the cleanest, two people aware of the matter said. The move comes at a time when automakers have crossed swords on providing hybrids the same incentives as pure EVs. The study, which began earlier this month, is likely to be completed over the next few months, the people cited above said on the condition of anonymity. Varying incentives for EVs and hybrids across states have sparked an intense lobbying in state capitals, even as the Centre remains neutral to technologies in the quest for clean mobility. 'The need for such a study arose as contrasting claims emerged after some studies claimed EVs are more harmful when the entire supply chain and recycling are taken into account," one of the two people cited above said on the condition of anonymity. Green tussle While Maruti Suzuki India and Toyota Kirloskar, which manufacture hybrid models, say they deserve clean mobility incentives, Tata Motors and Mahindra and Mahindra say they should be reserved for the zero-emission EVs they make. EVs have no tailpipe emissions; however, in 2023, a study by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, showed that their manufacturing, usage and scrapping emit more greenhouse gases than the same processes for hybrid or fossil fuel-based study also said EV charging required coal-fuelled power, adding to EVs' overall carbon vehicles run on a mix of fossil fuels and a battery, and strong hybrids do not have a charging port like EVs and plug-in hybrids. The Niti Aayog study will take into consideration the full life-cycle analysis (LCA) for all types of vehicles. 'That means all vehicles – two wheelers, three-wheelers, four-wheelers, public and cargo transport, everything – and it will also look at all fuel powertrains," said the first person cited above. State moves The Union environment ministry is assisting the study by holding meetings with various stakeholders, the second person added. Email queries to the NITI Aayog and the environment ministry went unanswered. Mint reported on 22 July that while the Centre has maintained its stance of supporting all forms of clean mobility, some states have put their weight solely behind EVs. In a recent amendment to its state EV policy, Chhattisgarh removed incentives for hybrid vehicles. On 22 July, the Delhi government also deferred the enforcement of its controversial EV policy to March 2026, according to a report by news agency PTI, citing transport minister Pankaj Singh. An earlier draft of the Delhi EV policy had proposed equal incentives for hybrids and electric vehicles. 'Analysing use cases of vehicles, as well as the location of the vehicles is critical in an LCA,"said Gurudas Nulkar, professor and director, Centre for Sustainable Development, Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics. 'The results from an LCA of a vehicle in Delhi will be very different from that in, say, Pune. That is because of the location of the two cities—w dDelhi is located in a flat region, while Pune is at the foothills of the Western Ghats. These diverse geographies will impact fuel efficiency." Lifecycle emissions Experts also said an LCA includes the emissions of extraction and transport of crude oil in the case of fossil fuel vehicles, as well as emissions in mining of critical minerals for hybrid and electric vehicles. The LCA of a vehicle where its components are imported will be different from that of a vehicle where parts are sourced locally, said Nulkar, an expert in industrial sustainability and environmental management. 'Similarly, different use cases for vehicles will yield varying results. There may be some cases with hybrids coming on top, and some with electric vehicles coming on top. The data used for most LCAs is secondary data, but it is very important to vet that data with physical visits, for instance, to manufacturing locations."
