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Upasika Singhal is a Correspondent at The Indian Express, based in New Delhi. She covers the Delhi-NCR region, with special focus on crime, legal affairs, and civic governance. Professional Background Role: Having joined The Indian Express in June 2023, she has quickly become a key voice in reporting on the city's legal battles and humanitarian crises. Education & Early Career: She holds a Master’s in International Relations from Symbiosis International University and a Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Analysis from The Takshashila Institution. Analytical Edge: Before transitioning into journalism, she worked in political consultancy (including a stint with I-PAC). This background in electoral strategy and policy informs her analytical approach to governance and public interest stories. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) Her recent work highlights a strong focus on Delhi's environmental crisis, urban infrastructure, and major legal acquittals: 1. Environment & Urban Crisis (GRAP-IV & BS-VI Rules) "Day 2 of enforcement drive in Delhi: 419 vehicles turned away for flouting BS-VI norms" (Dec 20, 2025): Detailed reporting on the Delhi government’s strict pollution control campaign at the borders. "As BS-VI rule kicks off in Delhi, cars race past at Badarpur" (Dec 19, 2025): An investigative look at the challenges traffic police face in enforcing the new emissions rules with limited manpower. "Here's how to check if Delhi's new pollution curbs will stop your vehicle" (Dec 19, 2025): A service-oriented "explainer" piece helping residents navigate the complex GRAP-IV restrictions. 2. Legal & Investigative Reporting "Bondi Beach attack: The Islamic State's long shadow on Australia" (Dec 19, 2025): A global security feature (co-authored) exploring radicalization and digital propaganda. "Delhi student suicide triggers inquiry into alleged teacher harassment" (Nov 24, 2025): A high-impact report on the death of a St. Columba’s student, which prompted an official probe into the school's environment. "‘Vindication of law’: Relief as Delhi HC quashes charges against 70 in Tablighi Jamaat Covid case" (July 2025): Covering the legal resolution of one of the most controversial pandemic-era criminal cases. 3. Transport & Civic News "Rail or road? Passengers scramble as airfares skyrocket amid IndiGo crisis" (Dec 6, 2025): Reporting from the ground at IGIA, capturing the chaos and economic impact of mass flight cancellations. "Northeast Delhi building collapse kills 6: Lane only 3-ft wide, rescuers form human chain" (July 2025): A gripping account of a tragedy in a congested colony, highlighting urban planning failures. Signature Style Upasika is recognized for her meticulous ground-reporting and her ability to handle sensitive human-rights stories. Whether she is interviewing the...
August 15, 2023 03:06 IST
Most sarpanches present at the event had similar complaints. Namgey Tashi from Buri village in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh said basic supplies take as long as 24 to 48 hours to reach his village.
Tue, Aug 15, 2023August 12, 2023 14:14 IST
Officials said parking facilities at Metro stations will be impacted due to security reasons. From 6 am on Monday (August 14) till 2 pm on Tuesday, parking facilities will be unavailable at all stations.
Mon, Aug 14, 2023August 09, 2023 20:34 IST
Each ticket will note how much the ride has contributed to reducing carbon emissions by using the passenger’s travel distance to calculate the statistic.
Wed, Aug 09, 2023July 31, 2023 01:22 IST
The fort was recently brought to the limelight after Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena visited the site and expressed his disappointment at its decrepit state.
Mon, Jul 31, 2023July 30, 2023 20:11 IST
Among the total users of the app across airports in India, passengers using the Delhi airport accounted for 1% of registrations in December 2022.
Sun, Jul 30, 2023July 29, 2023 06:11 IST
Lianlemsiam Phaipi, an advocate at Manipur High Court and a Kuki activist, said anti-tribal narratives had begun circulating in Manipur as early as last year, adding that Kukis were portrayed as secessionists and illegal immigrants.
Sat, Jul 29, 2023July 26, 2023 05:05 IST
According to the vendors, even this was not allowed, adding MCD officials confiscated their wares and stalls on Tuesday morning.
Wed, Jul 26, 2023July 23, 2023 05:45 IST
A senior Delhi Waqf Board official claimed both mosques were Waqf properties, pre-dated the laying of railway tracks and that the matter was sub-judice at the Delhi High Court.
Sun, Jul 23, 2023July 21, 2023 12:49 IST
The centre, established by SaveLIFE Foundation -- a non-profit organisation working on road safety, will work alongside the Ministry of Road Transport and Highway’s (MoRTH) Zero Fatality Corridor and Zero Fatality District programmes.
Fri, Jul 21, 2023July 20, 2023 03:05 IST
Some residents also fear that they might not be allowed to go back. “I was born and brought up here, I went to school nearby. How can they ask us to leave and go back to our villages? We’ve set up our entire lives here,” said Govind (22), an AC repairman.
Thu, Jul 20, 2023July 19, 2023 20:23 IST
The lounge 'Encalm Privé' will provide services such as spacious seating areas, a well stocked bar, a multi-cuisine buffet, a live food counter, children’s playing area, a library and a business centre with meeting rooms and workstations.
Wed, Jul 19, 2023July 19, 2023 01:47 IST
India accounts for more than 11 per cent of total global road accidents. It is a signatory to the UN declaration on halving the number of road accidents by 2030.
Wed, Jul 19, 2023July 18, 2023 16:47 IST
The Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor is 82 km long and will connect Meerut to Delhi in less than an hour, with trains running at a maximum speed of 180 kmph.
Tue, Jul 18, 2023July 16, 2023 14:54 IST
According to officials, the survey will cover seven topics ranging from accessibility, quality of service, security and customer service, among others.
Sun, Jul 16, 2023July 15, 2023 04:50 IST
The Delhi Airport’s fourth runway and elevated dual taxiway were inaugurated on Friday. This addition makes the airport the only one in India to have four runways. The 4.4-km runway was constructed to handle increased traffic, which is set to go up from 1,500 flights a day to 2,000. The first-of-its-kind dual elevated taxiway will […]
Sat, Jul 15, 2023July 14, 2023 18:31 IST
Areas around Metro stations such as Kashmere Gate, Yamuna Bank and Mayur Vihar were the most impacted by the flooding. Flood waters pooled around Yamuna Bank station’s entry and exit points on Thursday and it compelled the DMRC to shut down access to the station
Fri, Jul 14, 2023July 13, 2023 03:21 IST
On Wednesday, the river crossed its highest flood level till then, and the levels continued to rise relentlessly, even as the peak discharge of water from the Hathnikund barrage upstream in Haryana was not the highest that has been recorded so far.
Thu, Jul 13, 2023July 13, 2023 03:12 IST
After three days of the river flowing above the danger mark, and water inundating shanties built on floodplains, the evacuation process continued on Wednesday.
Thu, Jul 13, 2023July 12, 2023 05:35 IST
Water minister Saurabh Bharadwaj visited relief camps set up at Akshardham, and Social Welfare Minister Raaj Kumar Anand visited the camp set up opposite Shastri Park Metro station.
Wed, Jul 12, 2023July 11, 2023 18:55 IST
If approved, this will be Delhi Metro’s fourth expansion into Haryana after Yellow Line (Gurgaon), Violet Line (Faridabad) and Green Line (Bahadurgarh).
Tue, Jul 11, 2023July 11, 2023 04:30 IST
After the first 60 days, an interest rate of 11% per annum will be charged. If an applicant is unable to pay within 90 days of allotment, the purchase will stand cancelled.
Tue, Jul 11, 2023July 07, 2023 20:49 IST
The two taxiways will be separated by a 47-m-wide gap, which will allow safe simultaneous passage. There will also be carriageways on both ends to allow emergency vehicles to move.
Sat, Jul 08, 2023July 05, 2023 15:04 IST
According to official sources, the foot over bridge was constructed in March 2019, however, after an underpass was constructed below the bridge, one of the pillars stood on a significant part of the carriageway, causing traffic snarls.
Wed, Jul 05, 2023July 04, 2023 21:05 IST
According to official sources, the tracks between Dabri Mor and Janakpuri West were waterlogged and the line had to be shut down for the tracks to be serviced.
Wed, Jul 05, 2023July 04, 2023 05:30 IST
The newly revamped station is set to be spread across 1.5 crore sqm, with a pedestrian boulevard connecting the station to Connaught Place. The project plans on earning back revenue through the commercial spaces that will be built on the premises.
Tue, Jul 04, 2023
