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Chhath puja celebrations at public places like river banks, temples banned in Delhi

The DDMA issued a new set of guidelines which will continue till November 15, the people are advised to celebrate the religious festival at their homes.

Sep 30, 2021, 16:04 PM IST

Delhi authority gives nod to Ramleela, Durga Puja celebrations, but with COVID-19 curbs

The Delhi Police and district authorities will ensure proper seating arrangement at events by adhering to social distancing norms, separate entry and exit points at venues and no overcrowding at gatherings.

Sep 30, 2021, 07:03 AM IST

Delhi schools reopening: Nursery to Class 8 to resume after festival season

The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in a meeting has decided to reopen schools for classes from nursery to 8 after the festive season.

Sep 29, 2021, 16:49 PM IST

When will Delhi schools reopen for primary classes? DDMA to decide today

All schools for classes nine to 12 had reopened in Delhi from September 1 following the improvement in the Covid situation in the city. Many private schools have demanded the Delhi government allow students from classes six to eight to physically attend school claiming the Covid situation has improved significantly in the city.

Sep 29, 2021, 09:18 AM IST

Fairs, exhibitions to be allowed in Delhi from today, DDMA issues SOP

Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) said banquet halls in the city will be allowed to hold such exhibitions and fairs. According to the SOP, the Aarogya Setu mobile app is recommended for all persons manning stalls, and it is mandatory for those with smartphones.

Sep 16, 2021, 07:43 AM IST

Delhi unlock: Schools to remain closed for Classes 1-8 till September 30, exhibitions allowed, check guidelines here

The Delhi government on Wednesday (September 15) decided not to reopen schools for Classes 1 to 8 till September 30 amid third coronavirus wave scare. 

Sep 15, 2021, 16:24 PM IST

AAP MLA Vinay Mishra accuses SDMC Mayor of violating COVID-19 protocols, submits complaint to DM

AAP MLA Vinay Mishra said that SDMC Mayor Mukesh Suryan was distributing slips to people who were in line to get vaccinated, in violation of the COVID-19 protocols.

Sep 10, 2021, 22:43 PM IST

Delhi govt bans public celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi in capital, no processions allowed

In an order issued on Tuesday, the DDMA said that district magistrates and deputy commissioners of police will ensure that idols of Lord Ganesha are not set up in a tent or pandal. 

Sep 08, 2021, 12:05 PM IST

Delhi University Reopening: Practical classes for final year students to resume from Sept 15, check important details

Delhi University will be resuming practical lab sessions for final year undergraduate and postgraduate students from September 15.

Sep 06, 2021, 22:31 PM IST

Delhi: DDMA issue guidelines for schools, classes to be held with 50% capacity

The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) on Monday issued guidelines for the reopening of schools in the national capital. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has announced that schools and educational institutions can resume physical classes in a phased manner from September 1.

Aug 30, 2021, 14:04 PM IST

Delhi schools, colleges reopening from September 1, classes to function at 50% capacity, staggered lunch breaks

The Delhi government had clarified that no student would be forced to attend physical classes and the consent of parents would be mandatory. 

Aug 30, 2021, 12:34 PM IST

'No child will be forced to attend school or college,' says Manish Sisodia; Check important updates on Delhi school reopening

Manish Sisodia said the consent of parents will be mandatory for children to return to schools and if they don’t allow it, students will not be forced or considered absent.

Aug 27, 2021, 19:25 PM IST

Delhi schools reopening? DDMA likely to take decision today

Schools in the national capital were ordered shut last year in March ahead of a nationwide lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Aug 27, 2021, 08:43 AM IST

LIVE: Bodies of at least 95 Afghans were recovered from Kabul airport suicide attacks

Islamic State (ISIS), an enemy of the Taliban as well as the West, said one of its suicide bombers targeted "translators and collaborators with the American army".

Aug 27, 2021, 07:40 AM IST

Delhi school reopening: DDMA panel submits its report, recommends THIS

Noting that there is no harm now in reopening schools in the national capital, Delhi L-G Anil Baijal had asked officials to set up an expert committee to chalk out a detailed plan.

Aug 25, 2021, 14:14 PM IST

Allow Delhi malls, markets to operate till 10 pm: Traders' body requests DDMA

According to the CTI, the markets get "crowded" and "chaotic" as soon the clock hits 8 pm, something that can be taken care of by extending the duration of its closing time.

Aug 21, 2021, 15:51 PM IST

Delhi govt issues SOP before re-opening schools for classes 10, 12; check details

"All required measures and precautions like social distancing, wearing face mask etc need to be observed by everyone at all times. Students may be guided not to share books, copies and stationery items etc," the DoE added.

Aug 09, 2021, 22:21 PM IST

COVID-19 Delta variant found in 80% genome sequencing samples by Delhi govt in last 3 months

The data also showed that the Delta variant has been found in 1,689 of the 5,752 samples from Delhi processed at the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) so far.

Aug 08, 2021, 23:27 PM IST

School reopening: As COVID-19 cases reduce, know what principals and students feel about it

Many principals and students felt that schools should be reopened as COVID-19 cases have dropped in the national capital.

Aug 08, 2021, 16:36 PM IST

Delhi unlock: Malls and markets allowed to operate till 10 PM

The decision came after traders and businessmen urged the Delhi government to consider opening markets ahead of the festive season.

Aug 07, 2021, 17:30 PM IST