Author: i.farazkhan@gmail.com

Okhlaiites, your auto-rickshaw & taxi rides to become costlier After the Delhi government approved revised fares for auto rickshaws and taxis amid rising CNG prices, rides in the national Capital will become costlier in the days to come. The Arvind Kejriwal government on Friday decided to hike the minimum fare. Following the order, the minimum auto-rickshaw fare will be increased by Rs 5 per km and the charge for AC and non-AC taxis will be upped by Rs 4 and Rs 3 respectively. https://twitter.com/ANI/status/15859959362447646 DEVELOPING STORY

Jamia’s 102nd Foundation Day celebration kick-starts The three-day celebration of 102nd Foundation Day of Jamia Millia Islamia began today with the inauguration of a student film festival ‘AJKMCRC FILMOTSAV’ by JMI Vice Chancellor Prof. Najma Akhtar at the preview theatre of the AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, JMI. Films made by students were screened at the day-long film festival. Along with the film screenings, the various media exhibits of the advocacy campaign- The Vayu Saga were also showcased. The advocacy campaign on “Tackling Air Pollution in the World’s Most Polluted City is a part of a joint project between AJK…

Jamia alumnus spreads health awareness in hometown A delegation of Jamia Millia Islamia (Delhi) alumni visited the Diabetes and Blood Pressure Screening Center at Mahdi Villa, Nehtaur Dist. Bijnor, UP on Wednesday.  The delegation included Engr Rizwan Ali, Wazir Haider Zaidi, Qazi Nasir Sultan, Fareed Ahmed, Masoodul Hasan Rizvi, according to Shyam Sunder Aggarwal, Vice President of Health and Education Promotion Trust (HEPT). Ghizal Mahdi, secretary HEPT briefed the delegation about the Center’s functioning and its objectives aimed at spreading health awareness and improving the health conditions of our population. The delegation appreciated the HEPT’s  initiative and encouraged the organizers…

Roadside garbage clean up during day time causes traffic snarl in Abul Fazal Enclave Authorities appear to be turning a blind eye to traffic disruptions caused by compactors used for clearing garbage during daytime in Abul Fazal Enclave. On Friday when one such cleaning was being carried out at 3 pm in AFE, commuters, including motorists, found themselves at the receiving end. Many residents who were finding it difficult to even breathe clean air due to the putrid smell coming out from the garbage by lifted said usually such cleaning operation should be carried during night to avoid traffic snarl.…

Watch: Muslim youths dump empty liquor bottles at Batla House mosque Empty liquor bottles thrown at a mosque in Batla House is talk of town with some residents expressing displeasure over the event. Residents said this is something becoming normal in the locality sparking a debate about rise in number of Muslims youths drinking liquor. https://youtu.be/dLIbdBfKrWQ A resident said besides liquor bottle, it is normal to see bottles of cough syrup here. He said youngsters first start with cough syrup and then move to alcohol consumption later on. The OT approached many local residents to get their feedback, but they…

102 Foundation Day: Jamia cancels Talimi Mela, gives reason The cancellation of annual cultural fair, Talimi Mela, has left many alumni and students deeply upset. The university will be celebrating its 102 Foundation Day from October 29-31 sans Talimi Mela. In a notice doing the rounds on the social media, the university gives reason for the move. “This has reference to our letter dated 10.10.22 regarding organising Talimi Mela during 102 Foundation Day celebrations from October 29-31, 2022. Due to some unavoidable circumstance and paucity of fund the Talimi Mela programme has been cancelled as per direction from the Vice…

Jamia alumnus, who once worked in Middle East, tells a tale of misery, joblessness; now he drives e-rickshaw An alumnus of Jamia Millia Islamia tells a tale of misery after losing his job during Covid-induced lockdown and now he drives e-rickshaw to earn his livelihood and take care of family. He said years ago he worked in the Middle East. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1585683563357548545 Sharing his tale of misery with the OT, he said for the last three days he had fever but still he took out his e-rickshaw at 11 am and till now 9.30 pm he was unable to meet his…

Pet cat missing for 7 days reunited with Zakir Nagar owner after a day of high drama A pet Persian breed cat which went missing more than 7 days ago in Zakir Nagar has been reunited with his owner. Shahbaz said he is happy that Jacky, white colour male Persian breed cat with black spot on nose, and three years old, is back. “Finally got my cat back. Thanks for your effort. (The OT had carried this report days ago). https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1585603935800545280 https://theokhlatimes.com/rs-10k-reward After I put posters in Zakir Nagar and you publishing the report many people called up but the…

Watch: When 3 hours traffic jam threw life out of gear A three hours traffic jam on Abul Fazal Eclave-Kalindi Kunj road on Wednesday had thrown life out of gear. The jam started due to breakdown of a DTC bus at thokar number 4 in AFE. Following which both sides roads got jam, creating chaos with many commuters, particularly bikers, taking different routs using lanes to reach their destination. E-rickshaw drivers and people on four-wheelers were stuck for three hours until the bus was removed at 8 pm, said residents, adding that it all started at 5 pm. https://youtu.be/L9elRpHLWWI Residents…

This herbal medicine flying off pharmacy store shelves in Okhla As more and more people are down with sore throat, cough and fever caused by cold there is a huge rush in hospitals and private dispensaries in Okhla. Of them there are many who are trying their hands at alternative medicines. The demand for herbal medicines has gone up in the last few days, said a chemist store owner. Residents are asking for Joshanda, an age-old remedy made from several single herbs, he said. “Three days ago I couldn’t place an order as there was shortage and all my Joshanda…