Latest and Top 10 Delhi News Headlines Today | 22 May 2026

On May 22, 2026

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India News (22/05/2026): 1. Delhi Records Warmest May Night in 14 Years; Orange Alert Issued The national capital is sizzling under an intense heatwave. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 31.9°C, making it the city’s warmest May night in nearly 14 years. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert as daytime maximum temperatures are expected to touch 46°C.

2. High Court Grants 3-Day Interim Bail to Umar Khalid The Delhi High Court today granted a three-day interim bail to activist Umar Khalid, who has been in custody under the anti-terror law UAPA regarding the February 2020 northeast Delhi riots case. The relief was granted to allow him to meet his mother, who is scheduled to undergo surgery.

3. India Today Indo-Japan Conclave Kicks Off in New Delhi The third edition of the Indo-Japan Conclave commenced today in the capital under the theme “The New Growth Corridor”. Key policymakers, diplomats, and industry leaders are meeting to deliberate on strengthening bilateral trade, manufacturing ties, and regional supply chain resilience.

4. Delhi Traffic Police Issues Advisory for VIP Event at Rajghat Commuters faced delays in Central Delhi today due to temporary traffic restrictions and diversions managed by the Delhi Traffic Police. The restrictions were put in place between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM for a high-profile official function at Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal (Rajghat).

5. LG Proposes Japanese Collaboration to Redesign Delhi’s Infrastructure
Speaking at the Indo-Japan Conclave, Lieutenant Governor Sardar Taranjit Singh Sandhu emphasized the need to integrate Japanese engineering, mobility solutions, and civic design to restructure the next phase of Delhi’s urban development.

6. Delhi Air Quality Remains ‘Moderate’ Despite Intense Summer Heat
According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 153 today, placing it firmly in the moderate category. Experts note that high wind speeds accompanying the heatwave are preventing heavy pollutant accumulation.

7. Transport and Taxi Unions’ Strike Affects Azadpur Mandi
The second day of the three-day strike called by the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) led to a visibly deserted Azadpur Mandi area. Commercial vehicle operators are protesting local regulations, resulting in minor disruptions to daily supply chains.

8. Prime Minister Modi Meets Cypriot President at Hyderabad House
Bilateral ties took center stage in the capital today as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides at Hyderabad House. The leaders discussed enhancing strategic partnerships, technological cooperation, and trade relations.

9. High-Level Council of Ministers Meeting Convened in the Capital
A critical meeting of the Union Council of Ministers took place in New Delhi today. Chaired by the Prime Minister and attended by top cabinet ministers including Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman, and Nitin Gadkari, the meeting focused on review roadmaps for upcoming infrastructure projects.

10. Direct Delhi-Beijing Flights Resume Operations Marking a major development for international business and leisure travel, direct commercial flights between Delhi and Beijing have officially resumed this week, restoring key connectivity that had seen prolonged suspensions.