
Heavy Rainfall Causes Waterlogging and Transport Disruptions Across Delhi-NCR
Intense rainfall has severely impacted the Delhi National Capital Region, leading to widespread road waterlogging, traffic gridlock, and delays to domestic flights.
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Intense rainfall has severely impacted the Delhi National Capital Region, leading to widespread road waterlogging, traffic gridlock, and delays to domestic flights.
Authorities in the Delhi National Capital Region have increased compressed natural gas prices by Rs 3.89 per kilogram to offset surging liquefied natural gas expenses. The adjustment affects fuel pricing across major metropolitan stations in the area.

The Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) announced the relief and reassignment of the head of its Regional Highway Patrol Unit-National Capital Region (RHPU-NCR) and 12 of his men.

The Philippine government plans to install 13 additional pumping stations in the National Capital Region, bringing the total to 86, to enhance flood control efforts.

The implementation of the P85 wage increase for workers in the National Capital Region (NCR) has been further delayed after a Pasig Regional Trial Court granted a writ of preliminary injunction.

Rain has fallen in Delhi as the Indian Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert across the capital and the National Capital Region, with further spells expected later in the week.

The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) has announced it will no longer file a petition against the P85 minimum wage hike in the National Capital Region. Senator Legarda urged for the immediate implementation of the wage increase by lifting any temporary restraining orders.

Delhi and the National Capital Region received early morning rain, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for parts of the capital and an orange alert for the city and Noida, indicating likely heavy rainfall.
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang suspended government work and classes at all levels in the National Capital Region, Abra, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Benguet, Pangasinan and Zambales on Wednesday…

Heavy monsoon rains led to extensive flooding on roads and in markets across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), severely disrupting traffic. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert, warning of further heavy rainfall in the affected areas.

The initial phase of an approved P85 daily minimum wage increase has commenced in Metro Manila, providing a P60 pay raise to approximately 1.1 million minimum wage earners in the National Capital Region.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) is deploying over 21,000 personnel and enforcing a gun ban on July 27 for President Marcos' fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona). Authorities are preparing for a safe and orderly event, promising maximum tolerance for protesters.

Delhi and the National Capital Region are forecast to experience a generally cloudy sky with moderate rain on Wednesday and Thursday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

A fire broke out in a residential area in Tondo, Manila, on Tuesday afternoon, as reported by the Bureau of Fire Protection – National Capital Region (BFP-NCR).

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) implemented a region-wide reassignment of its National Capital Region (NCR) officials. This reshuffle followed the recent arrest of 'fixers' operating within the agency.

The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) concluded its three-day mass action, which advocated for Representative Rodante Marcoleta, leading the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) to downgrade its alert status from heightened to normal.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) announced the release of four individuals who were arrested during a commotion at an Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally in Quezon City.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has deployed more than 9,600 police personnel across Metro Manila in anticipation of the White Ribbon Movement rally.

A land dispute in Taguig City escalated into violence, leaving eight people injured, including five who were hit by shotgun pellets, according to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO).

Police in Quiapo, Manila, confiscated nearly P1 million worth of allegedly expired food and other goods, leading to the arrest of five vendors, according to the National Capital Region Police Office.
The National Capital Region's second international airport has officially gone live, marking a significant development for aviation infrastructure in India, with the US-Iran peace deal seen as a positive omen for its launch.

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is developing a foot overbridge, staircase, and pathway to connect Delhi's largest transport hub at Sarai Kale Khana.

MANILA, Philippines — The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) will deploy over 12,400 police officers and volunteers to secure this year’s celebration of Independence Day. In a statement on Wednesday, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said 11,675 police officers from NCRPO will be deployed together with 143 personnel from partner units
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that the southwest monsoon is likely to arrive in the Delhi-National Capital Region between June 25 and June 30.

A man was arrested in Parañaque City for allegedly posing as a police officer and attempting to extort P1.1 million from a foreigner, according to the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group National Capital Region (CIDG NCR).
The Indian Centre has approved a scheme to reduce pollution levels in Delhi, which will be funded through the National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) and include benefits on EV purchases and fuel vouchers.

Mobile phones across the Delhi-National Capital Region buzzed with 'extremely severe' alerts warning residents of an impending thunderstorm, lightning, and hailstorm.

Transporters in the Delhi-National Capital Region have announced a three-day strike commencing May 21, raising concerns about potential disruptions to supplies in the area.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) is planning to phase out CNG and diesel three-wheelers in the National Capital Region (NCR), aiming for a complete transition to electric vehicles.

Several areas in the National Capital Region and Greater Manila, Philippines, are scheduled to experience water interruptions from May 7 to 13 due to maintenance activities by Maynilad Water Services, Inc.

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Meerut, an orange alert for Noida and Ghaziabad, and a yellow warning for Delhi due to anticipated thunderstorms.

The India Meteorological Department has forecast rain for Delhi and the National Capital Region, which is expected to bring relief from the current high temperatures. Delhi recently recorded a temperature of 42.3°C, significantly above normal.
A P10 per liter fuel subsidy program for Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) drivers has commenced in 52 gas stations across the National Capital Region (NCR). This initiative comes amidst protests from truck drivers over declining take-home pay.

The Department of Interior and Local Government announced that some of the 902 fire safety inspectors formerly assigned to the Bureau of Fire Protection National Capital Region may face charges for alleged questionable practices.

CITY OF MAOLOS, Bulacan – Ahead of the April 10 national government distribution of Cash Relief Assistance (CRA) for transport sector workers outside the National Capital Region, the local government…

A Pasig City court has ordered the inspection of six properties, including two in the National Capital Region, belonging to the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) sect, founded by alleged sex offender Apollo Quiboloy.

The Philippine government is expanding subsidy assistance to public utility vehicle drivers outside the National Capital Region, who are affected by rising fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict.
For thousands of people from India’s Northeast who come to Delhi seeking education and opportunity, the National Capital Region is both a place of promise and an area shadowed by prejudice

MANILA, Philippines — The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina)’s National Capital Region (NCR) office will transition to a four-day on-site workweek to comply with energy-saving protocols, while its frontline services will remain operational five days a week. In an advisory on Thursday, Marina said the new working arrangement has been in effect since Monday, March 9. It noted

A thick layer of dust has settled over Delhi-NCR, significantly dropping visibility and spiking pollution levels across the national capital region.

Police in Rizal believe a series of convenience store robberies is connected to a group responsible for at least 17 other robbery and theft incidents in Calabarzon and the National Capital Region.

MANILA, Philippines — The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) has arrested vlogger Norman Mangusin, more publicly known as Francis Leo Marcos, National Police Commission (Napolcom) Executive Officer Rafael Calinisan said on Tuesday. “I confirm that the PNP (Philippine National Police) CIDG NCR (National Capital Region) just arrested Mangusin in Sheraton Hotel by virtue of

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority plans to complete five rain catchment facilities in the National Capital Region by the first half of 2027 to improve urban flood management.

A recent incident in Gwalior has drawn attention to strict motor vehicle laws in the national capital region, particularly regarding illegal modifications like tinted glass and loud silencers.

MANILA, Philippines — Northern Mindanao police director Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano is now the new officer in charge (OIC) of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO).

The Philippine Palace has ordered the implementation of alternative government work arrangements in the National Capital Region (NCR) and 17 provinces on August 20th, with some areas like Zambales adopting varied setups due to heavy rains.

Malacañang has announced the suspension of government work and classes across all levels in 12 areas, including the National Capital Region, due to the habagat (southwest monsoon). The measure aims to ensure public safety amidst adverse weather conditions.

Delhi and the National Capital Region are experiencing severe waterlogging and massive traffic jams due to heavy rainfall, which has also caused temperatures to drop by 7 degrees Celsius, bringing cooler weather and a breeze. Rain is forecast to continue until next Friday.

A witness in Quezon City, Philippines, reported seeing at least four individuals unloading caskets containing messages against the Chinese Communist Party. The National Capital Regional Police Office (NCRPO) is investigating the incident.

Workers are seeking to join a Pasig court case that halted the P85 Metro Manila wage hike, while the Senate has united in calls to lift the temporary restraining order (TRO). Both groups are pushing for the implementation of the approved wage increase for workers in the National Capital Region.

Twenty-one senators have urged a Pasig court to lift the temporary restraining order (TRO) against the P85 wage hike in the National Capital Region. This comes as employers express concern that other regions might follow NCR's wage increase.

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has submitted Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for four new Namo Bharat RRTS corridors, aiming to significantly improve connectivity across the Delhi-National Capital Region.

The Department of Public Works and Highways – National Capital Region (DPWH-NCR) in the Philippines issued a warning to the public and contractors about unauthorized individuals misrepresenting the agency for deceptive purposes.

The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines announced that over one million children aged 6 to 59 months in the National Capital Region (NCR) have been vaccinated against measles-rubella, achieving 87.1% coverage.

Four groups are reportedly planning to stage protests during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), according to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO). Preparations for the demonstrations are currently being finalized.

Heavy rainfall has led to severe flooding in parts of the National Capital Region (NCR), resulting in at least four fatalities, including a seven-year-old child who drowned in a waterlogged plot in northwest Delhi.
India is embarking on a major urban transformation by planning new 'Namo Cities' around high-speed transit, aiming to accommodate a projected population surge in the National Capital Region as part of Regional Plan-2041.

The Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group National Capital Region (PNP-CIDG NCR) announced its readiness to execute arrest warrants for high-ranking government officials once issued by a court, in connection with the Marcoleta case.

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has approved a 'historic' P85 minimum wage increase for workers in Metro Manila. This adjustment aims to improve the living standards of laborers in the National Capital Region.

A sex-determination racket has been busted in the National Capital Region (NCR), leading to the arrest of a doctor and another individual in a decoy operation.

A suspected drug courier was arrested, and P6.8 million worth of suspected shabu (crystal meth) was confiscated in Manila on Wednesday morning, according to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO).

The ambitious NCR Regional Plan 2041 has been unveiled, detailing proposals for new cities, expressways, and metro corridors. The plan also includes new environmental regulations for the National Capital Region.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) in the Philippines is validating an alleged threat against the Senate, while maintaining enhanced security deployment.

A severe thunderstorm has battered the Delhi-National Capital Region, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert. The storm brought gusts of wind up to 100 kmph, causing significant disruption.

An AI-based traffic management system is set to cover 1,200km of National Capital Region (NCR) highways, serving as the first large-scale implementation before wider rollout across India.

A new scheme has been launched in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) targeting older trucks and buses to combat air pollution, highlighting its importance for environmental improvement.

A sudden storm hit the Delhi-National Capital Region, causing widespread waterlogging and uprooting trees, following days of intense heat in the area.

Stamping its supremacy in swimming, athletics, and gymnastics, National Capital Region breaches the 90-gold mark for the third straight Palarong Pambansa edition as it defends its general championship
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is experiencing a dramatic spike in property prices, particularly in Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida. Noida's real estate market is evolving into a high-end hub, with luxury properties fetching premium rates, partly due to the impending Jewar airport.

Haryana has approved new regulations prohibiting cab aggregators and delivery partners from using petrol and diesel vehicles in the National Capital Region.

Several flights were diverted as rain and hail impacted the Delhi-National Capital Region.

Rain has lashed the Delhi-National Capital Region, significantly improving air quality. The Air Quality Index (AQI) has dropped to its lowest level of the year.

The National Police Commission (Napolcom) has dismissed administrative complaints against personnel of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group National Capital Region (CIDG NCR) in the Philippines. The charges were lodged by the Coliseo de Manila.

The National Capital Region Police Office's sixth most wanted person was apprehended in connection with a kidnapping case in Pasay City, Philippine authorities announced.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Director Maj. Gen. Anthony Aberin called on law enforcers in Manila to exercise 'compassion and common sense' while implementing the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s 'Safer Cities' initiative.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted changing weather conditions for the National Capital Region (NCR), predicting strong winds, cloudy skies, rain, and isolated thunderstorms on April 7 and 8.

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has set up the largest electric vehicle charging station for the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor in Anand Vihar. This development supports the region's green transportation initiatives.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported that suicide cases in Metro Manila more than doubled in the first three months of 2026, with 111 cases recorded from January 1 to March.

The National Capital Region Police Office announced the arrest of four individuals in separate incidents of animal cruelty in Quezon City and Navotas City.

Delhi and the National Capital Region experienced rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an orange alert.

India's Enforcement Directorate has conducted searches across 19 locations in Chandigarh, Haryana, and the National Capital Region in connection with the IDFC First Bank fraud case.

MANILA, Philippines — The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has been requested to investigate whether there were any security lapses on the part of the Parañaque City condominium complex where a shooting left two dead and four injured. A resident of the condo, the suspect — who had been wanted for a homicide case

The National Bureau of Investigation–National Capital Region (NBI-NCR) arrested a Muntinlupa City resident for allegedly embezzling over P5.28 million from her company through 176 unauthorized online transactions.
India's Supreme Court has sought replies from the Centre regarding a proposal to relocate coal-based industries out of the National Capital Region (NCR) to combat air pollution.

Authorities have arrested multiple suspects following a minor’s account of a severe assault on a bus traveling between Greater Noida and Delhi. The case has sparked a jurisdictional clash between Delhi and Uttar Pradesh police forces over lead investigative control.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) in the Philippines has denied social media claims about a "one-week duty, two-weeks off" work arrangement for police officers.

Police Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano, formerly of PRO 10, has been named the new officer-in-charge of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) in the Philippines.

Government offices in the National Capital Region, 12 provinces, and Ilocos Sur, along with schools in Zambales, have shifted to alternative work or learning setups. This measure was implemented in response to ongoing heavy rains.

Labor groups in the Philippines have filed a petition with the Supreme Court, seeking to void court orders that are blocking the implementation of a wage hike in the National Capital Region. They aim to overturn the Pasig court's decisions.
Delhi and Gurgaon experienced severe disruption due to heavy rainfall, leading to extensive waterlogging, blocked roads, and traffic congestion across the National Capital Region.

Labor groups are opposing a second legal challenge aimed at stopping the implementation of a wage hike in the National Capital Region (NCR).

The Philippine Senate has filed a resolution urging the court to lift the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) on the P85 minimum wage hike in the National Capital Region (NCR). Twenty-one senators united to support the wage increase.

Eleven labor groups and unions have appealed to a Pasig City Regional Trial Court to lift its order that halted an P85 minimum wage increase in the National Capital Region. They represent workers advocating for the implementation of the pay hike.

The first tranche of the P85 daily wage hike in the National Capital Region (NCR) took effect on July 25. Under Wage Order No.

Nitin Gadkari announced 2,105 km of road projects worth Rs 1.04 lakh crore aimed at easing traffic congestion in the Delhi-National Capital Region.

The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) in the Philippines announced that the P85 daily wage hike in the National Capital Region (NCR) will proceed, with its first tranche effective on July 25.

Labor groups have filed an appeal with the National Wages and Productivity Commission, challenging the P85 wage increase recently issued by the National Capital Region Wage Board and pushing for a higher adjustment.

The High Court’s Bar Bulletin, dated July 8, announced that the 2026 Bar examinations in the Philippines will feature 15 local testing centers, including seven in the National Capital Region, three in Luzon, three in Visayas, and two in Mindanao.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, who has completed five years in office, showcased a new expressway, stating that it has made Dehradun virtually part of the National Capital Region (NCR).

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has placed National Capital Region (NCR) units on red alert as residents from Batangas, who had been camping at Liwasang Bonifacio, joined an Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally on Edsa. The heightened alert indicates increased security measures in response to the protest.

The wage board for the National Capital Region has approved an P85 minimum wage increase, to be implemented in two tranches in July this year and January 2027.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) in Manila has been placed on full alert to ensure security for the upcoming 'White Ribbon March' protest scheduled for Sunday, June 28.

A massive dust storm has swept across Gurugram and the Delhi-National Capital Region, causing a sharp drop in visibility and prompting an orange alert from the IMD.
New 'Namo Cities' are being planned across India's National Capital Region (NCR), designed as future-ready urban hubs centered around high-speed Namo Bharat transit stations. These transit-oriented developments aim to integrate homes, offices, and leisure spaces to manage the region's rapid growth.

The draft National Capital Region (NCR) Plan 2041 is pending approval, with key details regarding conservation zones still needing to be mapped, according to reports.

During an Independence Day rally in Manila, a protester sprayed paint in the face of a police officer who was in civilian clothing, according to the National Capital Region Police Office.

The southwest monsoon, which arrived in Kerala three days late on June 4, is now anticipated to reach Delhi and the National Capital Region between June 25 and June 30.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) stated that the situation around the Senate in Manila remained 'under control' despite reported tensions among protesters in the vicinity, with no untoward incidents reported.

The Indian Cabinet has approved a 9,585 crore rupee scheme aimed at replacing old trucks and buses in the Delhi-National Capital Region to combat severe air pollution.
National Capital Region swimmer Patricia Mae Santor completes a golden sweep in all her seven events in the 2026 Palarong Pambansa for a fitting exit before she moves on to the collegiate ranks
Delhi and the National Capital Region are enduring a scorching heatwave with temperatures reaching 43-45 degrees Celsius, while dust from Pakistan may impact air quality.

New expressways, rapid transit projects, and metro expansions are significantly reducing travel times and distances, effectively rewriting the growth trajectory of the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR). These developments are making satellite towns feel less distant from Delhi.

The increasing number of elderly residents in India's National Capital Region (NCR) is leading to a significant rise in demand for senior living facilities in Gurgaon.

Housing sales in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) saw a significant 30% increase in the first quarter of 2026, primarily fueled by a booming demand for premium properties.

A network of business process outsourcing (BPO) employees in the Philippines has formally requested the Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) for a P1,200 daily minimum wage increase for workers in the National Capital Region (NCR).

A man was reported to have bitten two police officers while being arrested for allegedly causing a disturbance in Marikina City, according to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO).

The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) is seeking a minimum wage of Rs 23,196 for the entire National Capital Region (NCR), with Faridabad reportedly on alert.

A report indicates that the Golf Course Extension Road in India's National Capital Region has seen a 379% increase in sales value over the past year, establishing itself as a significant micro market.

The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) has relieved all fire safety inspectors in the National Capital Region (NCR) as part of an ongoing crackdown on corruption within the agency, aiming to establish new standards for transparency.

India's Ministry of Home Affairs has instructed cities in the National Capital Region (NCR) to appoint nodal officers to address and tackle racism faced by people from the Northeast region.

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) announced it will simultaneously distribute P5,000 cash assistance to tricycle drivers across 30 identified sites in the National Capital Region (NCR). The distribution is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, March 17.

Delhi and the National Capital Region were hit by rain and thunderstorms, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an 'orange' alert for moderate rain, lightning, and gusty winds.

MANILA, Philippines — Another member of a fraternity surrendered, this time to the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group National Capital Region (CIDG NCR), in connection with the alleged fatal…

MANILA, Philippines — The suspect who allegedly shot two people dead at a Parañaque City condominium complex basketball court has been arrested on Friday night, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said. Operatives tracked the suspect down to another condominium complex in Barangay Moonwalk, Parañaque City, according to an NCRPO police report. Authorities recovered

Carmakers and the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) are in disagreement over a proposed EV-only policy for the Delhi National Capital Region.

India's Prime Minister inaugurated the country's first Namo RRTS corridor connecting Delhi to Meerut, aiming to simplify the lives of people in the National Capital Region.