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Aaditya Khatwani

Aaditya Khatwani

Articles by Aaditya Khatwani

Delhi: 11 illegal dyeing factories shut in MCD’s west zone

It was carried out using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in Khyala, Vishnu Garden, Ranhola, Baprola, and Bindapur.

Updated on Feb 28, 2026 18:25 IST

Triveni Kala Sangam turns 75: Born of dance, but built for all

To celebrate 75 years, the institution is hosting a series of programmes from February 27 to March 15, featuring theatre productions, talks, dance and music recitals, and walk-throughs by artists associated with Triveni, past and present. (HT Archive)

Updated on Feb 25, 2026 22:26 IST

Delhi civic body panel clears plan for RWAs to adapt 15,000 parks

If an RWA adopts a park, it will be responsible for weeding, pruning, waste removal, fertilizer application, hedge trimming, landscaping, beautification, and cleaning, among others.

Updated on Feb 24, 2026 01:35 IST

Art on display in the ruins of an abandoned building in Connaught Place

The exhibition can be viewed till February 28, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, Tuesday to Saturday. Entry is free. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)

Updated on Feb 23, 2026 11:33 IST

Temperature soars in Delhi; AQI in ‘poor’ zone for 7th day

Weather experts said the temperatures will continue to gradually increase (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Feb 20, 2026 22:58 IST

CAQM issues C&D waste rules: Collection points every 5 sq km

The directives will come into effect from April 1, 2026. (HT)

Updated on Feb 20, 2026 22:20 IST

MCD clears free cremation at CNG, electric facilities to curb pollution

The project was approved for two years on a pilot basis (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 16, 2026 22:24 IST

NDMC tightens surveillance ahead of AI Summit in Delhi

A view of the ICCC where officials can monitor all the cameras that have been set up. (Vipin Kumar/Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 10:43 IST

Activists allege cruelty over stray dog relocation for AI summit in Delhi

Activists alleged that dogs were being picked up from several areas in the city (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 14, 2026 23:16 IST

Delhi's MCD proposes major spending on sanitation, education in 2026-27 budget

The biggest share was allotted to sanitation at <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>4,797.78 crore.

Updated on Feb 14, 2026 01:11 IST

MCD to remove stray cattle from from AI Summit sites in Delhi

Three teams working in three separate shifts throughout the day will be tasked with removing cattle till February 20 (Representative photo)

Updated on Feb 13, 2026 23:04 IST

₹463 crore grid safety plan cleared to bury overhead wires across Delhi

Overhead lines along 26 roads in Chandni Chowk will be shifted underground at around <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>159.47 crore. (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 22:38 IST

Public submits air pollution reforms to CAQM, seeks AQI cap removal for Delhi-NCR

Proposals include PM2.5 focus, congestion pricing, free transit on bad air days and dashboards for NCAP funds. CAQM says ideas will be assessed for practical rollout. (Vipin Kumar/HT)

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 22:30 IST

West Vinod Nagar residents allege 75-yr-old woman fell into open drain

The woman fell in the drain covered with tree branches. There are two open pits on the other side of the street. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 22:22 IST

Blooming tulips draw crowds to Chanakyapuri’s Shanti Path

Tulip flowers in bloom at Shanti Path in New Delhi on Tuesday. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Feb 10, 2026 22:00 IST

Delhi EV charging stations lie idle, see poor upkeep

Representative illustration. (https://e-amrit.niti.gov.in/)

Updated on Feb 9, 2026 22:09 IST

After 3 ‘poor’ air days, Delhi AQI improves to ‘moderate’

Experts attributed the temporary relief to strong winds. (Vipin Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on Feb 8, 2026 23:00 IST

Used coffee grounds can now be recycled into decor products, here’s how

Used coffee grounds can now be recycled into decor products, here’s how

Updated on Feb 8, 2026 21:56 IST

Alumni summit observes Sanawar school’s influence

The panel during the “Charting your own path” discussion. (HT)

Updated on Feb 7, 2026 22:56 IST

India Art Fair 2026 kicks off in Okhla with 135 exhibitors, new participants

A depiction of a weaver family from Bengal by Arthur William Devis (The Weavers, 1792) hangs a short distance away from M.F. Husain’s 1980 work, Mother Theresa (Sanchit Khanna/ Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 7, 2026 04:47 IST

Budget estimate, plans for hike in revenue on MCD’s agenda

MCD has proposed a budget of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>16,697.56-crore which includes theme parks, multilevel parking facilities and a dedicated air pollution action plan.

Updated on Feb 5, 2026 22:52 IST

Sarojini Nagar shopkeepers’ body asks DMRC to remove kiosks

Sarojini Nagar shopkeepers’ body asks DMRC to remove kiosks

Updated on Feb 3, 2026 22:08 IST

MCD starts process to recognise teachers’ associations

MCD starts process to recognise teachers’ associations

Updated on Feb 2, 2026 22:50 IST

Lodhi Art Festival returns, marks 10 years of Delhi’s public art district

A graffiti workshop by illustrator Byska was held in the afternoon, resulting in sections of walls being covered with multicoloured drawings (Sanchit Khanna/HT)

Updated on Feb 3, 2026 11:45 IST

Delhi govt to give ₹500 crore to MCD for sanitation, dust control

The chief minister said the annual assistance of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>300 crore would help “ensure long-term strengthening of sanitation infrastructure”. (ANI)

Updated on Jan 30, 2026 22:38 IST

MCD schools to get furniture from Tihar factory

Representative photo (HT)

Updated on Jan 30, 2026 22:28 IST

HT The Next Voice: School students turn poets, storytellers for social change

Winners of HT The Next Voice, a spoken-word performance competition, after the grand finale at Modern School, Vasant Vihar, on Thursday. (Sanchit Khanna/ HT Photo)

Updated on Jan 30, 2026 04:42 IST

Central Secretariat to become Delhi Metro’s second triple interchange station

Kashmere Gate is currently the only operational triple interchange station, connecting the Yellow, Violet and Red lines. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jan 29, 2026 22:12 IST

Old Delhi market traders flag rise in encroachments

Traders from Chawri Bazar, Sadar Bazar, Bhagirat Palace Market, and others, said over the past few years, the illegal encroachments by hawkers had rapidly increased, and this was hurting their business. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jan 27, 2026 22:26 IST

Gig workers stage nationwide protest over unsafe working conditions, penalties

Several workers HT spoke to described a deterioration in working conditions after new rules were imposed last year. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)

Updated on Jan 27, 2026 24:17 IST

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