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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal (Photo: File)

Arvind Kejriwal says he is sad over Metro’s ‘unaffordability’

The Delhi Metro lost over 40 per cent of its ridership following two fare hikes in 2017.

06 Sep 2018 6:10 AM

CSE report misleading, says DMRC

Delhi Metro has called the study “misleading and not based on facts and data”.

06 Sep 2018 1:28 AM

The DMRC authorities, however, said the cards which are to be replaced must be in the right physical condition.

Now, get ‘unreadable’ Metro smartcards replaced instantly

Earlier, commuters had to deposit card, wait for 5 days for redressal.

03 Sep 2018 12:41 AM

Metro work causes delay, overcrowding of trains

It added that this may result in minor bunching and delay on the Blue Line.

29 Aug 2018 5:03 AM

Commuters stuck in the coaches took to social media to complain about the inconvenience on a day the Delhi Metro had informed that it would run extra trains to handle the increased footfall on Raksha Bandhan. (Representational image)

Yellow Line snag delays trains for hrs on rakhi day

People stuck in the coaches complain of claustrophobia.

27 Aug 2018 12:37 AM

DMRC will conduct a trial period and review it for 3 months. (Representational image)

Pvt cargo handler likely for Metro’s airport express

DMRC will also provide their existing baggage handling system containers for cargo movements.

26 Aug 2018 1:54 AM

The free travel facility will be available for lady passengers in normal and air-conditioned buses, from 8 am to 10 pm on August 26, the DTC said in a statement.

Metro to run extra trips to handle rush on rakhi

The Delhi Metro normally witnesses great rush of commuters on Raksha Bandhan.

25 Aug 2018 1:42 AM

The section is slated for opening in September or October, subject to approval by the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety, a DMRC spokesperson said.

Metro will link capital with Ballabhgarh soon

Trial starts, line to open by next month.

25 Aug 2018 1:34 AM

In addition, extra personnel will also be deployed to handle the increased load on the ticketing system, wherever required, the official said. (Representational Image | PTI)

Delhi Metro to run hundreds of extra trips on Aug 25, 26 for Raksha Bandhan

The sections on which metro services start at 8:00 am on Sundays, will also have services available from 6:00 am onwards.

24 Aug 2018 6:04 PM

Why is drinking water not free at Metro stations: HC

In reply, DMRC says it has set up water ATMs that charge Rs 2 per glass.

21 Aug 2018 1:37 AM

Former PM Atal Behari Vajpayee with L.K. Advani during a Metro ride.

1st Delhi Metro corridor was PM Vajpayee’s gift to Delhi

The DMRC currently ferries about 27 lakh commuters per day through its various corridors that now even connects cities in the neighbouring states.

17 Aug 2018 1:50 AM

Special Metro trains to spread message of patriotism

Coaches will be covered with photos of freedom fighters, other icons.

14 Aug 2018 6:15 AM

Union Minister of State for External Affairs General V K Singh paid tributes to the freedom fighters and martyrs by writing a message on the decorated train. (Photo: Twitter/@Gen_VKSingh)

Delhi Metro to run special train to spread message of patriotism

The six-coach train will run from Samaypur Badli to HUDA City Centre for two months covered in images of freedom fighters and Indian icons.

13 Aug 2018 2:46 PM

This corridor will be the first section of Metro to facilitate better connectivity to large parts of North-East Delhi, which will facilitate the movement of millions of people. (Photo: PTI)

Key intersection to cut Metro travel time

Karkardooma intersection likely to become operational from September.

12 Aug 2018 1:49 AM

Tussle between mantri, secy blamed for delay

Confrontation over procurement of new buses.

12 Aug 2018 1:35 AM

Sources said while passengers in the Delhi Metro are being twice frisked before entering the Delhi Metro stations, additional CISF quick reaction teams (QRTs) and flying squads have been deployed at select stations that witness a heavy footfall or are important from the security point of view. (Photo: File)

Delhi metro security beefed up ahead of Independence Day celebrations

About 500 CISF personnel have been deployed additionally in Delhi Metro to step up security in wake of Independence Day celebrations.

08 Aug 2018 1:18 PM

A new control room with smart tools and 5,000 CCTVS has been commissioned for the CISF.

Strict vigil at IGI, Metro stations ahead of Independence Day

600 new jawans inducted, ORTs deployed.

08 Aug 2018 4:55 AM

Union ministers Ananth Kumar, Hardeep Singh Puri and chief minister Arvind Kejriwal flag off a section of the Pink Line Metro on Monday. (Photo: Biplab Banerjee)

‘Future hike in Metro fares unlikely’

South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section of Pink Line flagged off.

07 Aug 2018 2:27 AM

Kejriwal to open new Pink Line stretch on August 6

With this section, the total length of Delhi Metro that is operational will increase to 296 km.

01 Aug 2018 1:03 AM

The Bhikaji Cama station, which falls on Pink Line of Delhi Metro, is part of the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section, which is likely to be inaugurated early August. (Photo: Twitter Screengrab | @HarshAw24795418)

Days before opening, Delhi metro station waterlogged due to heavy rain

'Repair work is in progress and is likely to be finished in the next two days,' an official said.

31 Jul 2018 2:57 PM

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