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Nazim Al-Jafri, Controller of Examinations & Registrar, appointed Prof of History in Jamia Dr Nazim Husain Al-Jafri, Controller of Examination Jamia Millia Islamia, has been appointed Professor in the Department of History & Culture of the university, according to a statement issued by the media. We cover your stories which you won’t find anywhere. Subscribe the OT by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx “The EC has also approved the appointment of Dr Nazim Husain Al-Jafri as Professor in the Department of History & Culture of the university,” it said.Dr Al-Jafri’s basic post is Controller…

Prof Mehtab gets plum posting in Jamia Professor Mehtab Alam, Department of Civil Engineering, has been appointed as the Pro Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia with effect from January 23. We cover your stories which you won’t find anywhere. Subscribe the OT by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx The decision regarding it was taken today in the meeting of Executive Council (EC) of the Jamia Millia Islamia. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1484526971426344967 Known to be very close to the Vice Chancellor as both are from Aligarh Muslim University, Professor Mehtab was appointed Adviser to the Vice-Chancellor from…

Man stabbed in Jamia Nagar for resisting robbery, 1 arrested It was a normal day for a Jamia Nagar resident until he was robbed at knife point on Thursday morning while returning home by two boys. The bad experience left deep scar on his psyche for days to come. We cover your stories which you won’t find anywhere. Subscribe the OT by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx As he was walking towards his home, two boys accosted him and one of them put a knife on his neck and tried to rob his wallet.…

Civic agency plans to open Pink Toilets in key markets, crowded areas South Delhi Municipal Corporation has been ensuring upkeep, maintenance and running of Pink Toilets dedicated to children and women in a proper manner, it said in a statement. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx “To facilitate women, the SDMC has been planning to open more Pink Toilets in key markets and crowded areas. The SDMC has been running these toilets with the support of PVR Nest. These toilets are located mainly in Central Market in Lajpat Nagar, Amar…

AAP founder member in Okhla and councillor ticket aspirant in 2017 from Abul Fazal Enclave ward, Irshad Alam, is no more. Alam, 62, was unwell and died in a Delhi hospital on Thursday at 9pm, said his friend Shah Nawaz. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1484497513730437121 Before falling ill years ago, Alam was very active socially and was a great supporter of Arvind Kejriwal. He had joined the party in initial days. After being denied ticket and with his health deteriorating, Alam stopped active participation in the local issue,…

Watch: A visit to Delhi’s most popular foodies’ hub at Tikona Park & Okhla’s pride The best thing about Okhla’s most popular foodies’ hub at Tikona Park is that besides relishing finger-licking non-vegetarian dishes, you can also enjoy man-made water body. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx https://youtu.be/VeEJ8CTsTts If the situation continues for more days one can even get an opportunity to catch fish. In such scenario you are suggested to book a seat for yourself to avoid last-minute rush. Disclaimer: This is a satirical write-up, but the video report…

Housewife takes political plunge Farheen Malik is a housewife but these days she is girding up to take a political plunge in Okhla. Currently residing in Abul Fazal Enclave, she said in case the 102-S ward (Abul Fazal Enclave) is declared reserved for women she would not hesitate to try her luck in local poll which is a few months away. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1484153083173433344 Farheen, who is wife of Congress politician Wahab Malik, said all depends on the status of the ward. Wahab told the OT over…

Abandoned suitcase at Batla House creates panic in Okhla An abandoned suitcase at Batla House created panic in Okhla a few hours ago triggering fears that it was a bomb, according to residents. However, it was found to be a false alarm as the suitcase only had clothes and the man who had left it at the spot returned to claim it after some 45 minutes, said Sudhar Trust chairman Sagheer Ahmed. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx https://youtu.be/nlFm6iPfe1c For some 30 minutes or so tension was in the air with…

An 8-foot-long Indian Rock Python was spotted in an electricity sub-station in Okhla Phase 2 and it was rescued by the Wildlife SOS Rapid Response Unit on Tuesday. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx Employees at a power station located in Okhla Phase-2 of Okhla Industrial Estate received an unusual visitor in the form of a massive Indian Rock Python. To avoid harming or mishandling the snake, the manager of the station called and intimated Wildlife SOS on the 24-hour helpline (+91 9871963535). The Wildlife SOS Rapid Response Unit immediately…

Batla House terrace collapses: Health update on 4-year-old mishap victim The Batla House terrace collapse incident in which three people, including a 4-year-old girl, was injured is recovering in a local hospital, according to a resident who is well aware of the development. Subscribe the Okhla Times by paying Rs 500, 1,000 and more to sustain community journalism: https://bit.ly/3Kk7edx https://youtu.be/x7z7aKA3oIk The OT was the first to carry the report on Tuesday. Watch: Balcony of house collapses in Batla House, rescue operation https://www.theokhlatimes.com/batla-house-okhla/ Sagheer Ahmed, who had rushed to the spot on Tuesday with his Sudhar Trust members, told the OT…