Saurav Gupta

Southern Asia

Journalist at Patriot

Journalist @Patriot_Delhi

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Articles

Toxic dye: Over 800 'illegal' factories are poisoning NCR’s groundwater

4 days ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

Delhi NCR: More than 800 ‘illegal’ dyeing factories are operating across the National Capital Region (NCR), discharging industrial effluents directly into stormwater drains that ultimately empty into the Yamuna River. The river has remained in the headlines for the past six months due to its rising pollution levels. 8,000 lakh litres of groundwater contaminated dailyGhaziabad, Noida, and Greater Noida have emerged as hubs for these unauthorised dyeing units.
Delhi: Essential medicines in short supply at Lok Nayak Hospital

6 days ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

The patients in the national capital are struggling as essential medicines are unavailable at one of the biggest Delhi government-run hospitals – Lok Nayak Hospital. As per official sources at the hospital, essential medicines including Pantop, Esmel, hepatitis B vaccine, Rantac, and others are not available for nearly a month due to the shortage of supply.
Delhi: Essential medicines in short supply at Lok Nayak Hospital

6 days ago | shorturl.at | Saurav Gupta

The patients in the national capital are struggling as essential medicines are unavailable at one of the biggest Delhi government-run hospitals – Lok Nayak Hospital. As per official sources at the hospital, essential medicines including Pantop, Esmel, hepatitis B vaccine, Rantac, and others are not available for nearly a month due to the shortage of supply.
COVID-19 in Delhi: All that you need to know

1 week ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

After a relatively quiet spell spanning nearly three years, Delhi is once again seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases. While the numbers are nowhere near the catastrophic peaks of previous waves, the renewed spread of the virus has prompted concern among public health authorities. As of June 20, there are 632 active COVID-19 cases in the capital, according to the Delhi Health Department.
Understanding gender affirmation surgery: A surgeon's perspective

2 weeks ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

Pride Month: As India progresses in its approach to gender rights and inclusivity, one aspect of healthcare garnering increasing attention is gender affirmation surgery—a critical component in the transitioning journey for many transgender individuals. While legal recognition and social visibility are gradually improving, there remains an urgent need to highlight the medical, psychological, and social dimensions of this transformative process.
Seeing the self: Transgender persons in Delhi find hope in surgery, but hurdles remain

2 weeks ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

Pride Month: When 27-year-old Ayaan (name changed), a trans man from Delhi, underwent top surgery last year, he described it as “the beginning of truly seeing myself in the mirror.” For him, it marked the culmination of nearly a decade of emotional and social struggle. More than a medical intervention, it represented affirmation, identity, and dignity.
Plan to clean Yamuna by diverting Ganga water draws experts' flak

2 weeks ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

In a move that has triggered sharp criticism from environmental experts, the Centre and the Delhi government are finalising a proposal to divert Ganga river water into the Yamuna as a stop-gap measure to clean the heavily polluted river stretch in the national capital. Experts have described the plan as “illogical,” “unsustainable,” and little more than a “desperate cover-up” for decades of failed efforts and squandered public funds.
Android 16: What’s new in latest mobile OS update

2 weeks ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

Android 16: Google has officially unveiled Android 16, its newest mobile operating system, aiming to elevate smartphone user experience through design upgrades and AI-powered functionalities. Seang Chau, Vice President and General Manager of the Android Platform, announced the rollout on June 12, highlighting the OS’s focus on enhanced customisation, improved accessibility, and stronger security. Android 16 introduces a refined visual language built on Google’s Material 3 Expressive design.
Apple iphone ios 26: Check release data and other details

2 weeks ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

Apple iphone ios 26: Apple officially unveiled iOS 26 at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025, marking a major shift in its naming convention. Instead of launching iOS 19, Apple has decided to align its operating system versions with the upcoming calendar year—similar to the strategy followed by automobile manufacturers. This approach extends across all Apple platforms, including iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, aiming for consistency and clarity in its software lineup.
Private schools misused funds, violated norms: DoE audit reports

3 weeks ago | thepatriot.in | Saurav Gupta

Audit reports of private schools in the national capital by the Delhi government’s Department of Education (DoE) over the past decade have reportedly flagged financial irregularities. These include non-implementation of the 7th Pay Commission, unauthorised fund transfers, and the failure to maintain separate development fund accounts, each in contravention of the Delhi School Education Rules (DSER), 1973.