Nitya Choubey

The city largely – and wisely – is sticking to evenings for fun stuff this week. Catch the final stretch of a striking Satyajit Ray photography exhibition before it moves on, then settle in for a packed closing weekend: Gurleen Pannu brings her sharp, family-chaos-fuelled set to Gurgaon, Abhishek Upmanyu does what he does best with his trademark deadpan delivery, sitar maestro Niladri Kumar debuts his electric zitar on the EKKA tour, and Rahgir keeps things moody and melodic at Aiwan E Ghalib. If theatre's more your scene, Tom and Jerry brings farcical chaos to Kamani Auditorium, while Rambo Circus rolls into NCUI for a proper family outing. In the meantime, you can catch up with our Pride calendar for Delhi here.

'Before you can spot a tiger in the Sundarbans, it spots you.'With that, our tour guide from the state's forest department brushes away any and every unrealistic expectation tourists (myself included) had of spotting the elusive Royal Bengal tiger here in the delta. The area's home to one of the largest populations of these tigers – some 200 or so—but they're camouflaged in the wilderness so perfectly that they're almost impossible to spot.The Sundarbans is a curious place to visit, in any case. The world's largest continuous mangrove forest, the area spans over a thousand square kilometres of coastline across the Bay of Bengal delta, shared between India and Bangladesh. Most reckon that the unique tidal system, estuarine fauna, and of course, the Royal Bengal tiger absolutely deserve its UNESCO World Heritage Site status.But I'd say there's more to it than that. There's a timelessness about the place. Every couple of years, the forest – and the sparse human settlements around it – get washed away by chaotic cyclones. Huts, animals, even coast guard posts, all swept away in the blink of an eye. Yet the forest, its animals, and its people rebuild themselves each time, again and anew. Photograph by Nitya ChoubeyA checkpost at the Sunderbans Tiger Reserve The best time to visit the mangroves, I'd say, is between November and February, when the weather isn't wringing bucketloads of sweat out of you. A two-day trip is what most people settle for, but if you want a full feel of t

From the moment I sat down with Batool for our first heart-to-heart, I felt like hours had passed. In reality, it had only been a few minutes. She’s a fluent talker – something I truthfully wasn’t too surprised by. Batool, you see, was born in Old Delhi, where people love trading in mostly two things: spices, or stories. She picked the latter.  Today, the trans-feminine public historian and conservationist loves nothing more than wandering the bylanes of all of Delhi, sniffing out the best, most delicious stories behind Delhi’s ample heritage.  Her love for history began in the eighth grade. It was the Egyptian queen Cleopatra, actually, who drew her in. That fascination eventually led her, in 2015 to land a job as a heritage and culture guide with the High Commission of Canada in India. From there, the city stopped being just a backdrop. ‘Delhi doesn't give you time before falling in love with its culture and heritage,’ she says. And it’s the public oral history of the capital, much against its written academic avatar, that flaunts greater inclusivity and nuance. Yet, it was hard for Batool to pick up authentic queer stories across Delhi. Mainstream heritage walks have a habit of brushing off queer history, while academic record-keeping’s contested and jumbled. But the sheer number of stories that lurked below the horizon kept Batool’s interest piqued, and in March 2021, she led her first-ever queer heritage trail in Delhi.  For this guide with Time Out Delhi, Batool pulled

Delhi in June is an endurance sport. The mercury has already kissed 45 degrees, and there's no relief in sight until the rains decide to show up. Has the city slowed down? Kind of. No major gigs this month, barely any outdoor festivals, and certainly no park-coded events or picnics.  That doesn’t necessarily mean June’s dull. Sure, you’ve got to shift everything back indoors and time it closer to dusk, but I see it as a chance to check out the quieter stuff the city has to offer in a month where loads of folks pack up and leave for Europe or the hills. Art, comedy, underground listening events. And this month, there are plenty of those.  Take the comedy scene: an impressive lineup of comics is descending on Delhi this month: Biswa Kalyan Rath, Manik Mahana, Gursimran Khamba, Raghuram. Also – theatre! So yeah, bust out the sunscreen, slap on your sunglasses, and make your plans. Here are some event picks worth stepping out into the heat for. 

It’s an exceptionally rare day when a film isn’t being screened somewhere in Delhi out of someone’s good will. Tickets to screenings at many of these beloved spots are free or nominal; often, even in the city’s busiest or oddest hours, they draw seriously dedicated viewers and intense conversations. You really don’t have to wait for a classic old film to be digitised online or prove yourself as a buff to be let into some exclusive club. Chances are what you want to watch – and what you didn’t know you wanted to watch – are being screened, like, yesterday, with friendly people at their helm. For years now, we’ve been staying till credits roll in spots and clubs across the capital. This guide rounds up some of the best.

As its capital, Delhi’s one of the most-visited cities in India. With that comes the obvious slew of world-class hotels – some of the very best in the country – but the thing about hotels is that they’re often located in the busiest junctions of the city. Even the budget ones have a habit of turning up on main roads or are cloistered thickly around the usual suspect neighbourhoods in central or south Delhi. And sure, this makes for a convenient tourist experience, but if you want to root around for something slightly more authentic at the same price or less, then Airbnbs are worth exploring. The Airbnb culture’s been slowish to take root in the city, but the best ones have come up in neighbourhoods that are lived in by real residents for generation after generation, making for an organic experience that shows you a side of Delhi you’d only be acquainted with if you’d lived in the city awhile.   How did these Airbnbs make it to the list? It’s true that lots of good Airbnbs in Delhi are concentrated in Hauz Khas Village, and offer views of the 13th century fort that the neighbourhood’s best known for, but I’ve put together this guide to show you cool picks across other neighbourhoods, too. Every Airbnb on the list’s been handpicked after in-depth research on customer ratings, feedback from the Time Out Delhi team, lists of amenities, location, and of course, general aesthetics. The article has affiliated links to other sites, which have zero influence over our editorial judgmen

Hot. As hell. I know. Counter-point: Delhi rarely offers this many once-in-a-while things in the same thirty-one days. And a good chunk of our offering this May actually ensures you’re indoors or in the shade.  The month’s teeming with things of all kinds: book sales, moving heritage events, a long streak of comedy shows, theatre based on decades of literature reprints, headbangers in the club and classical music, several art exhibits, sports, calligraphy. Ambition, much? Doesn’t stop there. That Ye concert that made headlines (and memes) all over the country for its delay? That’s this month. So is an officially ordained tomato-throwing festival. So, while we obviously understand that urge to screw off to the hills, don’t sweat coming back (other than literally). Here’s what we’ve got.

After bidding farewell to nylon full sleeves and denim jackets, Delhites are wrapping themselves in everything loose and breathable. It’s getting hotter outside – though not hot enough to avoid gorgeous urban parks just yet. From Lodhi Gardens to the Aravalli ridges, April is all about a variety of blossoms.  Right before an unbearable summer, Delhi knows that April is its last chance to loiter. And so, the capital has taken its April quite seriously. There are a lot of interesting performances lined up at Delhi auditoriums alone. There’s also a jazz festival and some pretty cool concerts. Also, a load of out-of-the-box events to look forward to: a drag show musical, Japanese relay and a comic rock band performance. Check it all out below!

It’s March, and Delhi’s weather is arguably at its most gorgeous. The heat’s made a slightly earlyish appearance (or has it? Summer always feels like a slightly unwelcome prospect following a perfect spring) and everyone’s ditched the sweaters and jackets. March also, incidentally, means it’s time for Holi! One of Delhi’s favourite festivals, because we love getting down and dirty. Ahem.  The biggest ticket event (literally – entry is bloody pricey) this month was supposed to be Ye’s India tour, but he's heading to Delhi in May instead. Fear not: other big performers include Punjabi rapper Honey Singh, as well as a great lineup of comedy shows: Aakash Gupta, Anubhav Bassi, Prashasti Singh, and loads more.  It’s a big month in terms of general activity too: Ramzan is on, of course, which means certain neighbourhoods around Chandni Chowk and Jamia will be abuzz with loads of activity after dark. There will, obviously, also be loads of Holi parties (catered as well as BYOB) around the city. Our guide tells you which ones are worth your buck.

It’s a relief to shrug off a rather long and sluggish January. The sun’s coming out, the weather’s near-perfect, with cool mornings, bright afternoons, and evenings that are begging for bar crawls. And February may be the shortest month, but in Delhi this year, it's completely action-packed. The calendar’s stuffed to the brim with theatre, sport, music, culture, and ROMANCE (or did you forget about Valentine’s Day?), making it one of the most reliably busy months to be out and about. The big-ticket item this month is, of course, the T20 World Cup, with multiple matches in Delhi. The music scene’s alive and well too – The Lumineers, Armaan Malik, the India Jazz Project, the HT City Unwind (the GOAT Lucky Ali returns) and the Sufi Heritage Festival (featuring big draws Daler Mehndi and Sona Mohapatra) all in a single month. The Pride Parade and the Delhi Literature Festival are also big crowd pullers, along with the ongoing Bharat Rang Mahotsav, which kicked off in late January and features plenty of theatre productions through the month. We simply cannot forget the Surajkund Mela, which brings artisans from across and beyond India under one roof, selling some of the most unique things money can buy. You’ve also got the big V-Day bonanza starting mid-month, with loads of bars and restaurants hosting special events and offering hefty discounts, so make sure to catch those. But all in all, like we said, February’s weather is too good to be true – so don’t miss this chance to grab

Founded in 1972 and going strong, Akshara Theatre’s evolved in identity multiple times over. Originally a traditional theatre space, it now hosts all kinds of performances: standup shows, classical dance, workshops, television interviews, you name it. Their billboard’s always chockablock with posters telling you exactly what’s happening that week.  The space includes a modest indoor theatre, a decent-sized amphitheatre, and two other indoor performance spaces, as well as a library, a shooting and editing room for television, and a classroom that hosts theatre classes and workshops, all in a single acre of land. Don’t go by size: Akshara’s a behemoth on the Delhi performance scene. It’s a beautiful space too, with vaguely brutalist metal and stonework that makes the venue feel cool and airy even on the hottest summer day.  Time Out tip: You’ll find loads of tea and snack stalls right outside the theatre – especially handy since there’s no food or drink served inside.

The Laugh Store comedy club’s a giant of the Delhi comedy scene. The ‘Hall of Fame’ right outside the club displays the pictures of A-listers who performed over the last decade: Kenny Sebastian, Akash Gupta, Manik Mahna, and many many more.  The 100-seater venue’s got a superb sound system, theatrical lighting, and a stage best suited to open mics. It’s got two outlets: one in Dwarka, and the other in Gurugram, but I’d say the latter’s more happening. Food and drink are available at affordable prices, and they’ve got a good happy hour menu too.

Sanjay Van is one of Delhi’s largest green spaces – a sprawling, almost hulkish forest that straddles Vasant Kunj and Mehrauli – two neighbourhoods that are constantly abuzz. The forest, then, is a lovely contradiction, because it’s one of the least crowded spaces in Delhi.  The area – a protected forest, by the way – actually forms part of the residual Aravalli ranges, and the terrain reflects that lineage. No two trails look alike. Some stretches are flat and easy while others will slope sharply uphill, dip into uneven paths, or wind around water bodies. Giant rocks left behind by the Aravallis jut out of the earth in several places, and loads of natural water drains zig-zag through the forest. You can imagine the wildlife here, then –  silverbills, flycatchers, parakeets, cuckoos, egrets and sparrowhawks. The massive acreage allows you to shape a nice day out of it – a picnic in one of the clearings or by Neela Hauz lake (with some duck watching to go with!), cycling through the winding trails, a bit of a hike, even.  Time Out tip: Remain watchful of monkeys and stray dogs, even though guards patrol the area. They’re usually harmless if left undisturbed, but carrying a wooden stick can help keep them at bay when needed. Rough walking shoes advised.  Timing 5am to 8pm. Entry is free. Entry The main entry point is near the Qutab Institutional Area in Mehrauli. 

Sunder Nursery's arguably the most popular outdoor space in all of Delhi. A 90-acre heritage park located adjacent to Humayun's Tomb and across the Hazrat Nizamuddin Basti, the nursery's served a bunch of different purposes over the centuries. What began as a garden – Azim Bagh – built by the Mughals in the 16th century was transformed into a nursery by the British during colonial-era India in their attempt to cultivate a range of different species of plants. It was finally opened to the public in 2018 after extensive renovations in its current, full glory. You'll find traces of every bit of this history in the park today: all of the 15 monuments inside date back to the Mughal era, of which six are UNESCO heritage monuments. All of them – including the Sunder Burj, Sunderwala Mahal, Lakkarwala Burj and the tomb of Mirza Muzaffar Hussain – sit comfortably within the landscaped sections of the park, instead of being cordoned off. Some are large, central, and lit up at night. Others are tucked into the woodsier corners of the park. The entire space, in fact, harkens back to the Mughal pleasure garden: central fountains, paved walkways, symmetrical lawns, shaded paths. The site, by virtue of it sitting inside the larger Humayun's Tomb complex, is incidentally a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  You'll find traces of the nursery too: the entire left wall of the space has thousands of plants on offer, with some bulbs and seed varieties starting at a throwaway ₹15. There's some sort of r

One of the more well-known parks of Delhi, Deer Park is a hotspot for two reasons: because it forms a natural, wooded outcrop of the intensely popular Hauz Khas Village, and because it’s home to several absurdly adorable deer. Because it’s so large, it’s got something for everyone: a manicured bit with lawns and flowerbeds perfect for picnicking; a densely wooded section with trails that are preferred by walkers and joggers; a rose garden; several tiny Sultanate- and Mughal-era monuments (Bagh-i-Gumbad, Kufhe Walla Gumbad, Kali Gomti); a tiny water body section shared by rabbits and ducks; and, of course, the aforementioned deer enclosure.  The park touches three neighbourhoods: Hauz Khas, Safdarjung Enclave, and Green Park. On the Hauz Khas side, the park’s connected to the Hauz Khas District Park from the inside, which features a massive lake, a view of the Hauz Khas Fort, and a little alleyway leading to countless restaurants, bars, and cafes.  Time Out tip: Avoid bringing your vehicle if you’re entering from the Hauz Khas side. It’s a pain to navigate the tourist spot, especially in the evenings.         

Jahanpanah City Forest   Nitya Choubey    Jahanpanah is equal parts forest and park, spanning 435 acres of lush woods. It’s a jogger’s paradise, honestly: no screechy children, no picnicking adults, and a veil of silence interspersed sporadically with the sound of nature. The forest’s been a bit of a local secret, partly because it straddles a bunch of residential neighbourhoods, including Greater Kailash II and II, Alaknanda, Masjid Moth, Chirag Delhi, Govindpuri, and a little bit of Saket. Most entrances are unobtrusive and not too easy to locate. For this reason, the forest has a slightly mysterious, dark charm. It’s very densely forested in a way that, say, Sanjay Van perhaps isn’t – it feels much more like a wood than a jungle, if you know what I mean. The temperature drops by a couple degrees once you’re inside, and many of the paths aren’t paved. Vast sections of the forest also remain unlit at night.  Much of this is to protect the wildlife: birds including kingfishers, parakeets, hornbill, mynah, indian tree pies, babblers, bulbuls and sunbirds, and animals like the nilgai and jackal. It’s a rare treat to sometimes find a nilgai peeking out at you from behind some thick foliage. Because of the rich biodiversity, you’ll find that the park is shut during afternoon hours to give the animals a break.  Time Out tip: The tracks are winding and it’s not terribly hard to lose your way here, so keep your wits about you and perhaps don’t venture here alone after dark. Also kee

A rare oriental hornbill has turned up in the capital's sprawling Lodhi Garden... and it appears to be helping raise another bird's chicks! Following this saga, WWF India is launching the Delhi Hornbill Nest Monitoring Project. This is a two-month-long citizen science initiative to observe and document the nesting behaviour of the Oriental Pied Hornbill.  Who's volunteering? Avid joggers, flamboyant picnickers and heritage walkers. Basically, any Delhi summer resident can join the programme. The first orientation was held on June 6. By June 9, the first batch of citizen volunteers was out in the field. You can still join, though. Log in to the volunteer portal of WWF India and fill in details about how much time you can give to the project per week (the minimum is four hours). The project concludes on July 31, by which time Delhi's expected to have enough data on the hornbill's nesting success and cavity use, along with some nerdy facts on other cavity-dependent wildlife. All you need is an interest in birds and nature, however newfound, plus some basic bird-identification skills. You could always ask around and train yourself.  The best way to observe the hornbill Carry your binoculars, a water bottle and a cap. And wear comfortable shoes. A tiny advisory: They don't bother you, and you don't bother them back. Meaning: no playback calls, no flash photography, and maintain a safe distance from nests. Passionate birdwatchers are keeping the exact nest location discreet to avoi

Long before it became Hyderabad's go-to excursion destination, the iconic collection of the Salar Jung Museum lived inside Dewan Deodi. This was the ancestral palace of the royal Salar Jung family of Hyderabad's Old City. The palace dazzled visitors with glittering chandeliers, cavernous halls and the famed Aina Khana (Hall of Mirrors), where European glassware and decorative arts sparkled. Today, it only survives in old photographs and memories. This year, the Salar Jung museum celebrates its 75th anniversary, marking not just one of India's greatest museums, but also the spectacular palace that first housed its collection. The platinum jubilee celebrations are expected to feature exhibitions, lectures, cultural programmes and scholarly conferences. Meanwhile, ambitious modernisation plans are also on the table, including upgraded galleries, conservation facilities and world-class visitor amenities. The museum's history The museum owes much of its existence to Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, better known as Salar Jung III. After a brief stint as Prime Minister of the princely Hyderabad State, Jung the Third stepped away from politics in 1914 to swap governance for a far more expensive hobby: collecting absolutely everything. Persian manuscripts, furniture, weapons, clocks and European sculptures from around the world, all of it. What helped was a network of agents and dealers sourcing objects from Europe, the Middle East and Asia. By the time he died in 1949, Jung III had amassed so ma

The universe may have just booked the biggest light show of 2026 for India. A powerful solar storm is racing towards Earth, and scientists say it could trigger dazzling auroras. Yes, the Northern Lights, in India! What’s the science behind it? The Sun recently unleashed a fast-moving coronal mass ejection (CME). In simple words, it's a giant blast of charged solar particles fired into space. When these particles slam into Earth's magnetic field (or atmosphere), they can spark geomagnetic storm forms of greenish neon lights that create auroras. For this particular episode of aurora, NASA and other space-weather forecasters have raised the possibility that northern lights could be visible much farther south than usual! Where in India should we be looking? Don't expect the Mumbai and Delhi skylines to look like Iceland suddenly. If auroras do appear, the best chances are in northern regions with dark skies and minimal light pollution. Places such as Ladakh and other high-altitude northern locations remain the strongest contenders. Experts suggest that some northern Indian areas could witness faint auroral activity, but only if luck remains on our side. The best time to catch the light is between 10pm to 2pm at night. And before you ask: yes, India has seen this before during major storms in 2024 and 2026. Unusual auroral displays and red sky glows were reported over Ladakh.  

Remember when a Dharamshala road (or bus) trip meant leaving Delhi at least 12 hours in advance, surviving a parade of trucks, and eating at questionable dhabas, only to still arrive at some ungodly hour? In September, that's set to change. A new network of four-lane highways across Himachal Pradesh's Kangra region is expected to slash travel time between the capital and Dharamshala from the current 10-12 hours to roughly six. These upgrades are also expected to significantly reduce travel times across several stretches of the route. For instance, the journey between Palampur and Chandigarh is projected to drop from nearly six hours to just three-and-a-half hours. Better, safer connectivity The upgraded corridor will create a much faster route into the Kangra Valley through the strategic four-laning of National Highway 503 (NH-503). This approximately 99-km corridor, now managed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is expected to improve connectivity between Mehatpur, Una, Amb and Ranital. And some long-standing 'geometric deficiencies', including sharp, dangerous turns that have statistically slowed traffic, are being engineered out of the route altogether. The new Dharamshala–Dehra four-lane corridor, which includes the Riyund Bridge and twin tunnels near Tarsuh village, will allow travellers to bypass bottlenecks such as the congested Kangra Bazaar bypasses and the sinuous terrain around Purana Kangra and Daulatpur. To what extent can Dharamshala host touris

In Delhi, the monsoon is soon to arrive with three assets: romance, nippy breezes, and now, the return of a signature music experience. Conceptualised and produced by Excurators, Baarish: Season 2, Chapter 1 is making a comeback to the capital on June 21, thanks to the warm reception of the debut last year.  Expect seasonal (heh) storytelling and music. The festivities begin in the evening, hopefully with the perfect kind of light drizzle. Tickets (including early bird passes) are already up for grabs on Skillbox. The line-up Stacked. Headlining the evening is electronic music duo MIDIval Punditz, the Delhi-based brainchild of Gaurav Raina and Tapan Raj. For over two decades, they've been seamlessly blending Indian folk traditions with contemporary electronic beats. Joining them on stage are Padma Shri awardee and folk singer Malini Awasthi, Manganiyar musician Kutle Khan, and vocalist Pavithra Chari.  That’s Awadhi, Bhojpuri, Hindustani, Sufi, and many other different musical traditions put together, you see. Beyond the music, the evening duly dives deeper into culture with curated conversations and an immersive sensory installation that lets you discover fragrances inspired by the essence of the Indian monsoon.  The backdrop promises to not disappoint either. The gorgeous Zorba HSE Hall by Tivoli, with their curated mixology showcase and soul-satisfying food and drink, ensures you're well taken care of between performances. When: June 21, 5.30pm onwards Where: The Upper HSE

This festival's for the folks  who store their sneakers in transparent display cases. The biggest sneaker festival in India is returning to Gurugram in December 2026, making its annual pit stop in the NCR for two days only: December 19 and 20! Expect exclusive drops and launches, two dozen-plus live acts, and even more sneakers and streetwear brands to splash your money on.  This particular edition is expected to showcase ware from 30+ artists and over 80 brands across music, fashion, and streetwear culture!  Tickets will be available soon, so we suggest following the festival's Instagram page for updates. These sort of things sell out soon. What’s the Indian Sneaker Festival? The hosts, Gurugram-based Trix Entertainment, have been steadily levelling up the festival since its launch in 2021. Back then, it was a relatively low-key meet-up for a couple of hundred sneaker and streetwear devotees, held atop a rooftop restaurant in Delhi. The glow-up came quickly: live music entered the scene in 2022, and by 2023, the festival had moved to a larger outdoor venue in Gurugram, bringing together more brands and performances by tall names like Ritviz and Divine.  Last year, the festival landed in Mumbai and, naturally, decided that 'even bigger was even better'. The line-up featured Tyla, rapper Lil Yachty, Belgian DJ Charlotte de Witte, and Brazilian music producer Alok.

France’s iconic Fete de la Musique is turning India into one giant open-air gig this June. Honestly, your Spotify Wrapped could never. The Franco-Indian celebration is making pitstops across seven cities and putting up immersive music experiences packed with roaming performances, collective dances, headphone-led sonic walks, and intimate live sets. So, the vibe’s less 'stand politely and clap' and more 'you are the show and the moment'. And that’s exactly what the event aims for: making music hyper-local (where possible), easy to access, and a shared experience. Where’s it happening? Presented by the French Institute in India in collaboration with a whole world of culture groups across India, the initiative champions artistic exchange between France and India. This is done through a series of genre-bending, audience-first performances. The Delhi edition lands on June 4 at Social, DLF Avenue Mall, Saket. Check the schedule for Jaipur, Bengaluru, and other cities here. What to expect? Leading the charge is bAlllAd, a cult-favourite participatory experience by French artist Bertrand Devendeville. The concept is fresh as mint: armed with wireless headphones, audiences cruise through the city as music and storytelling unfold in real time. It’s as if Brat Summer had an artsy French cousin who read philosophy and carried a portable speaker. Alongside bAlllAd, you can also catch Alright Mela for a dose of Mediterranean electro-trance and Kelly ou Moi, a deeply personal musical journe

Step out, and the air in Delhi right now will hit you like a hair blow-dryer right on the face. The roads are shimmering with mirages, your phone is overheating before you are, and at 45°C-plus, even swimming pools aren't the most refreshing. But hold onto your melting iced Americanos: the India Meteorological Department (IMD) says relief is finally on the way. Thunderstorms, gusty winds and rain are expected to sweep across Delhi-NCR from May 28 onward. This could potentially put an end to the capital’s heatwave by June 1. What’s the capital’s temperature like? According to the IMD, Delhi’s maximum temperature is right now hovering between 45°C and 46°C, with minimum temperatures stuck around a sweaty 26°C. In short: yellow alert weather. Though the IMD’s heatwave bulletin predicts 'no large change' in temperatures for the next 48 hours, there’s hope for a significant drop of 5-7°C to kick in after May 29. When will it rain?  Forecasts also predict thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds between 40 and 60 kmph across Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad and Faridabad. The district-wise forecast says nearly every corner of NCR – from Central Delhi to Noida and Gurgaon – could receive light rainfall and thunderstorms between May 28 and May 31. Some areas may even see wind speeds touching 60 kmph during the evenings and nights. Northwest disturbances across India The culprit behind this sudden weather plot twist is a western disturbance moving across northwest India. The same sys

In India, travel by rail guarantees stunning views, jolly chit-chat with fellow passengers, and, of course, much less of a strain on the pocket compared to pricey airfare. The 2026 Budget, announced on February 1 by the union government, has put forth a plan to streamline travel even further (let’s be honest, some train journeys aren’t worth a day and a half) by proposing seven new high-speed rail corridors.  These train routes are set to cover key metropolises, hugely cutting travel time, hassle, and your carbon footprint. The proposed rail routes include: Mumbai-Pune Pune-Hyderabad Hyderabad-Bengaluru Hyderabad-Chennai Chennai-Bengaluru Delhi-Varanasi  Varanasi-Siliguri When can you hop on? While it’s a step in the right direction, the government’s yet to outline a timeline for when travellers will be able to use the new high-speed rail routes.

Here comes the capital’s latest trick to lure you out of private vehicles and into the metro. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has decided to run six extra trains every Monday, effectively pushing the total number of train trips up by 24. Depending on demand, these additional services may eventually expand to other days of the week. The move aligns with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s call to observe ‘Metro Mondays’. One additional train will run on the Red, Yellow, Blue, and Pink Lines, while two additional trains will operate on the Violet Line. During peak hours, smoother passenger movement demands shorter waiting times at frisking points, according to the DMRC. Alongside this, extra security personnel and additional ticket counters will be deployed at crowded stations such as Mayur Vihar Phase 1, Hauz Khas, and others. Why the push to use public transport? Global tensions around oil sent prices soaring in late February, and they have hardly come down since. Petrol and diesel prices across Delhi-NCR currently hover between ₹95 and ₹100 per litre, compared to ₹90 or below until January. The difference may not seem alarming at first, until you calculate the cumulative cost over weeks or months. Switching to public transport could easily save you a couple of thousand rupees. And really, it’s about more than just economics. The benefits of increasing metro trips are manifold: improved energy efficiency and greater environmental sustainability. In line with Delhi’s Electric

Fresh, hot off the press, and on the road: Delhi gets its first two hydrogen-powered shuttle buses today. The 12-metre, light-blue vehicle can now be seen making tracks around the Central Vista (aka India’s prime administrative zone at Raisina Hills, Delhi), after ditching CNG for a greener ride. Currently two number, the buses are part of the first fleet that the Delhi government procured back in 2023. The hydrogen-powered buses have been deployed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) as the country charts a course through global fuel shortages without slamming the brakes on travel. The main purpose, currently, is amping up last-mile connectivity from Seva Teerth Metro Station (formerly Udyog Bhawan) on the Yellow Line. Each bus can comfortably seat 35 passengers. And don’t worry – we’ll spare you the science lecture on hydrogen-powered PEM fuel-cell technology. Instead, let’s look at what the ride does promise: an electronic braking system, stability control, and next-gen telematics. Additionally, GPS-based tracking and CCTV systems enable real-time monitoring, making the ride a lot safer. Here’s where the bus will be making pit stops: Kartavya Bhawan Vigyan Bhawan Nirman Bhawan Akbar Road Baroda House National Stadium National Gallery of Modern Art India Gate Seva Teerth Metro Station (final stop) Two loops of bus services will operate during peak office hours on all working days: between 8.30am and 12.30pm, and 3.30pm and 6.30pm. What's the upside of hydrogen over

The roads around Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport are now under tighter surveillance. In a bid to crack down on speeding and dangerous driving near the airport, the Delhi Traffic Police, in collaboration with Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL-GMR), has rolled out an automated e-challan enforcement system across the airport’s road network. WhatTo monitor drivers racing through the multilane stretches around IGI Airport, authorities have installed 14 high-definition Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at key points including Central Spine Road, the Cargo Terminal area, Rangpuri, the Centaur Hotel junction, Aerocity, the NSG junction, and the Terminal 1 exit road. Another 35 cameras are expected to be added soon to widen surveillance coverage and strengthen traffic enforcement. How will the new cameras detect violations? The system automatically detects violations such as overspeeding, illegal parking, wrong-side driving, triple riding, riding without a helmet, and red-light jumping. Once a violation is recorded, the data is routed through NIC systems and verified by traffic police personnel, following which e-challans are issued under existing traffic laws.