Author: theokhlatimes

Construction ban imposed as air pollution reaches critical levels – key details. Measures taken to combat Delhi air pollution. As pollution continues to wreak havoc across North India, the efforts are in to combat the worsening air quality. Strict implementation of GRAP-4 (Graded Response Action Plan) restrictions has been directed with the file being sent to the Lieutenant Governor for final approval. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced that the restrictions under GRAP-IV will be implemented in Delhi. Rai emphasised the alarming rise in pollution levels, which have been exacerbated by stubble burning and other factors, with several areas recording…

Street vendors protest eviction from Batla House as protest enters day 7 For the past six days, street vendors have been staging a peaceful protest at Okhla Head against their eviction from Batla House. Many vendors have called the eviction inhumane, saying it has severely impacted their livelihoods. In contrast, local residents have supported the authorities’ decision to dismantle encroachments from Batla House, a busy road. Eviction illegal Shakeel Ahmed, secretary of the Delhi Pradesh Street Vendors Association, who is leading the protest with other vendors, told reporters that the eviction is illegal. “We sent a letter to the authorities,…

The Delhi Assembly elections are scheduled for next year. Following which political parties like AAP, BJP, and Congress have already launched their campaigns. Their primary aim is to win the hearts and minds of voters. As part of this political push, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia visited Okhla just two days before MLA Amanatullah Khan was released in the Waqf Board case. Opposition Criticism and Fresh Attack on Amanatullah Khan Opposition leaders, in turn, wasted no time sharpening their criticism. However, Khan’s party workers greeted his release with enthusiasm. Despite this, BJP leader Shehzad Ali was the first…

Jamia women shine in Murthal The Jamia Women’s Tennis Team reached the semi-finals of the North Zone Intervarsity Tennis (Women) Championship at DCRUST, Murthal, by defeating Lucknow University 2-0. Kashish from MSW won her match 6-0, 6-0, and Vanshika Choudhary from MBA also won 6-0, 6-0. This victory qualifies them for the All India Intervarsity in December and Khelo India University Games scheduled for next year.

Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan has been granted bail by the Delhi court in the Waqf Board case on Thursday, according to reports. Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Thursday ordered the release of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Amanatullah Khan on a bail bond of Rs 1 lakh and a surety. Further, the court termed his custody by the agency in the Delhi Waqf Board case “illegal”, reported news18.com. Bail for Amanatullah Khan at last in Waqf Board case The news of Khan getting bail spread like wildfire in the locality with sweets being distributed in AAP’s Shaheen Bagh office. Photos…

Okhla family announces Rs 25,000 reward for information on missing 19-year-old son Azhaan A family from Okhla has announced a reward of Rs 25,000 for anyone who can provide information about their missing 19-year-old son, Azhaan Akhtar. According to a viral poster circulating in the locality, Azhaan has been missing since June 21. The poster details that he stands 5 feet 6 inches tall and was last seen in Abul Fazal Enclave on June 21. Following the Friday prayer, he did not return home. Azhaan’s disappearance has left the community deeply concerned. His father, a well-known figure in the area…

Shaheen Bagh Blaze: Big blow to foodie hub; fire engines struggle to reach site due to illegal parking Three popular restaurants and several flats were gutted in a blaze in Shaheen Bagh on Saturday at 5:44 pm, according to eyewitnesses. A small clip of the massive fire emanating from one building spread in the locality like wildfire. https://youtu.be/eDuiJym4EUs?feature=shared The fire was doused with no major casualties, but properties were gutted. A fire that started from a wire pole quickly spread to nearby buildings and restaurants, said a resident. Although the restaurants were fully equipped with fire extinguishers and other firefighting…

Breaking Stereotypes: Women and Driving in India In India, the notion that women are poor drivers is a stereotype that has long persisted, writes Rehana Kifayat. This age-old prejudice not only undermines women’s confidence but also perpetuates gender inequality on the roads. However, as more women like myself, a car enthusiast, take the wheel, we are slowly but surely dismantling these outdated beliefs. The Stereotype: Women Can’t Drive The stereotype that women are inherently bad drivers is deeply ingrained in many societies, including India. This baseless assumption often leads to unwarranted scrutiny and criticism of women drivers. Despite the growing…

Imam of Khalilullah mosque passes away The Imam of Khalilullah mosque has passed away. In a social media post, a resident Wajid wrote: “The Imam is no more and his namaz-e-janaza will be held in Batla House graveyard after maghrib prayer.” A popular mosque in Okhla, his death is being mourned on social media. Former Zakir Nagar Councillor Shoaib Danish told the OT that he also came to know about the death of the Imam. He passed away on Wednesday late night and was unwell for a while. It was only a few months ago when he had attended the…

Plasma director Rizwan’s mother has passed away. The mother of Rizwan Khan, who operates Plasma Coaching headquartered in Okhla Head, passed away after months of illness in a Delhi hospital on Thursday. Sharing this information with the OT, Khan said we are taking the body to our hometown Gaya for burial. Rizwan, originally from Gaya in Bihar, has been residing in Okhla for years with his family. Besides being an educational entrepreneur, Rizwan is a well-known figure in Okhla as he is also a popular YouTuber, raising local issues from time to time. Rizwan’s mother was in her 80s and…