Delhi High Court Bomb Threat Declared Hoax
The Delhi High Court was evacuated after an email claimed bombs were planted in judge chambers. A sweep by police, CRPF, and fire services found no bombs, and the threat has been declared a hoax. The Indian Express+1
₹3,000 Crore Infrastructure & Welfare Package to be Launched
In connection with Seva Pakhwada and PM Modi’s birthday (17 Sept), the Delhi government will roll out a major development package (~₹3,000 crore). Projects will cover water supply, sewage, roads, new flyovers, drainage systems, as well as upgrades in health facilities and welfare schemes. The Times of India+2www.ndtv.com+2
Bus Route Rationalisation in Trans-Yamuna Region
Delhi Govt has identified 18 bus routes for overhaul in the Trans-Yamuna area to improve connectivity, especially last-mile access to metro stations. This involves changes at Depots in East Vinod Nagar, Shastri Park, and Ghazipur, among others. The Times of India
Delhi High Court Orders Regarding Sewage-Industrial Waste Mixing
The Delhi High Court has taken notice of mixing of domestic sewage with industrial waste entering the Yamuna, criticizing ineffective treatment and oversight. A suo motu public interest litigation resulted in orders to DPCC (Pollution Control Committee) to submit data, map industrial discharge points, and report progress. The Times of India
Transport / Construction Disruption: Pragati Maidan Underpass Work
Construction of an underpass at Pragati Maidan is starting; because of this, train services in that stretch will be suspended for about 25 days. Commuters will need to plan alternate routes/travel during this period. Navbharat Times
Crime & Smuggling Incidents
The Delhi Crime Branch seized ~₹2.25 crore worth of cocaine; three drug traffickers including a foreign kingpin were arrested in Dwarka. Navbharat Times
Police also busted a smuggling network bringing liquor from Haryana into Delhi via forested border areas using camels; they seized 3 camels and about 2,100 quarters of liquor. Navbharat Times
