Vijay Vihar, Delhi

The Delhi government has issued a tender for a geotechnical survey for the proposed extension of the Magenta Line from RK Ashram Marg to Indraprastha. The extension aims to improve connectivity to the Central Vista area and reduce congestion at Rajiv Chowk. The project is anticipated to provide a direct metro spine beneath the Central Vista redevelopment zone, enhancing public transport access.

The Delhi government will launch 75 new schemes and programs during the 'Seva Pakhwada' from September 17 to October 2 to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday, including facilities for visually impaired students, intellectually disabled persons, and senior citizens. As part of 'Sewa Pakhwada', the Delhi government will enroll 50,000 new beneficiaries under the Old Age Pension Scheme and increase the pension allowance by Rs 500. Beneficiaries aged 60 years and above will receive Rs 2,500 per month, up from the earlier Rs 2,000, while those aged 70 years and above will get Rs 3,000 per month, up from Rs 2,500. SC/ST beneficiaries will receive an extra Rs 500 per month.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged for the transformation of cantonment boards into smart, eco-friendly, and sustainable urban hubs by 2035. This includes wider adoption of digital platforms, AI-driven grievance redressal, and renewable energy solutions.