The Delhi Assembly has passed 'The Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees) Bill, 2025', granting the government more control over private school fees due to significant fee hikes in the 2025-26 academic year. Schools must now get approval for fee increases and disclose all charges, with penalties for non-compliance.
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Following outrage over a Delhi restaurant allegedly denying entry to a couple for wearing Indian attire, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra reported that the owner has apologized and will offer Rakshabandhan discounts for women in traditional wear. An investigation was launched after a video surfaced showing the couple's complaint.
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