Articles by Aheli Das
A Baoli mystery sparks early conservation effort
At Agrasen ki Baoli, the water level that has been steady for decades has been rising for the past few years
DU to throw open its ‘mid-entry’ portal for UG admissions today
The joint dean of admission, DU, Anand Sonkar, said, that the idea of mid-entry admissions is to accommodate students who might have missed the admission process for various reasons
Barapullah bridge: A lost piece of history in plain sight
Decrepit and unrecognisable, the effects of time and neglect have taken a heavy toll on the heritage structure. While some historians believe that the bridge was constructed in 1612-1613; according to ASI’s book, ‘Delhi and its Neighbourhood’, the year has been listed as 1621-22
A new session in Delhi University kicks off with smiles
Thousands of excited teenagers arrived at Vishwavidyalaya Metro station for their first day at Delhi University North Campus. DU confirmed over 68,500 admissions.
Students’ day out: DU’s new session gets underway today
The admission of more than 68,500 applicants was confirmed after the university released its second merit list on August 25
DU’s newest crop gears up to start UG courses
A joint control room will be operational for the first week — from August 29 to September 3 — to help freshers during their onboarding process.
Long-standing demands likely to be fulfilled: JNUSU members
JNUSU's hunger strike sees progress as JNU administration agrees to hike scholarships and open PSR gate. Pending demands include entrance exams and caste census.
No financial irregularities in 12 DU state-funded colleges: University
The development was in response to Delhi education minister, who in a letter to Union education minister, alleged financial irregularities at the 12 colleges
Ambedkar varsity V-C meets faculty amid protests to resolve issues
A committee of Dr BR Ambedkar University, Delhi (AUD) officials will prepare a report on the basis of the issues discussed with the AUDFA
Red Fort on I-Day: A cultural melting pot and a vision in camaraderie
The celebrations kicked off with the assembly of the National Cadet Corps(NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi arriving shortly after through the Lahori Gate of the Red Fort
Partition survivors recall experiences at DU event
The event, anchored by DU’s Centre for Independence and Partition Studies (CIPS), saw five Partition survivors share their stories and featured a short film
AUD faculty hold protest over grievances outside V-C’s office in Delhi
Faculty at Dr BR Ambedkar University, Delhi, protested against issues like "punishment transfers" and discrimination. A meeting with the VC is scheduled for August 16.
Delhi University extends window for UG courses-colleges option till Aug 9
The last date for filling the preferences for program + college combinations has been extended to Friday, August 09, 11.59pm
Delhi University’s 2024-25 session to begin on August 29
The delay is due to the late release of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) results, officials said
Bomb hoax at Summer Fields School forces closure
The school in Kailash Colony was evacuated on Friday morning, shortly after classes commenced, due to a bomb threat sent to the school’s official email address
Updated on Aug 03, 2024 05:20 AM IST
AUD extends last date for registration for UG courses to Aug 9
Dr BR Ambedkar University Delhi extended registration for UG programmes to August 9 due to delayed CUET-UG results. Classes to start in first week of September.
DU opens correction window for UG admissions
The correction window will be open till August 4, officials said, adding that a tentative date of August 16 has been set for starting the first semester
Minimum in Delhi drops to 25°C as monsoon trough brings rain
Similar spells of showers are likely in the next two days and IMD officials attributed the reason to the passing monsoon trough
First semester of CUET UG courses may be postponed: Delhi University V-C
Academic calendar of other semesters are not affected and they will start on August 1 as scheduled, the vice-chancellor said
ASI to add height barriers to Monkey Bridge, cops claim plan not discussed
The bridge was damaged around two years ago when truck with a container larger than the permissible heighttried to use the route
Tomato rates soar as Centre looks to south for new stock
Last month, a delayed monsoon and blistering temperatures, followed by heavy rains have disrupted supplies
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 04:30 AM IST
DU students union alleges president holds dual XII marksheets
DUSU VP complains to Delhi University VC about DUSU president holding two 12th board marksheets. ABVP member denies wrongdoing, NSUI demands action.
After morning rain spell, Delhi breathes best air since Sept ’23
The AQI was 79 (satisfactory) at 4pm on Thursday, a drop of 59 points compared to Wednesday’s reading of 136 (moderate).
After morning rain spell, Delhi breathes best air since Sept ’23
Intermittent pre-monsoon showers cleared Delhi's air, marking the first "satisfactory" air quality reading in 282 days. Pollution levels dropped significantly.
Monsoon to hit Delhi by weekend, says Met
The showers on Thursday also waterlogged streets and damaged trees in several parts of the city and disrupted morning rush-hour traffic
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Aheli Das, New Delhi
Conservation work on to return Sheesh Mahal to former glory
Today, Sheesh Mahal, is a site of neglect and deterioration — despite its status as an ASI-protected monument
11K apply for 1,100 PG seats at Delhi’s Ambedkar University
Dr. BR Ambedkar University receives over 11,000 applications for 1,100 PG seats, highest since 2008. Most applications for Economics, English, sociology & business.
Mixed reactions to UGC bi-annual admissions plan
UGC decision to allow bi-annual admissions in regular mode from 2024-25 has mixed reactions in Delhi. Concerns raised on infrastructure & guidelines.
Delhi govt to hold meeting on summer air plan
The summer action plan was introduced by the Delhi government in each of the last two summers to tackle dust and other summer-related pollutants
IMD says warmer days ahead in Delhi, yellow alert issued for Monday
According to the IMD forecast, the maximum is expected to climb to 44°C by Monday, and 45°C by Tuesday
