Author: Sharad Natani
The Delhi government has approved a development package worth around ₹235 crore for the Mehrauli Assembly constituency. The plan aims to improve traffic management, healthcare facilities, public safety and civic infrastructure in one of Delhi’s oldest and most culturally significant regions. CM Highlights Mehrauli’s Cultural and Historical Importance Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said Mehrauli is not just an vidhansabha area but a living symbol of Delhi’s ancient heritage. Landmarks such as the Yogmaya Temple, Iron Pillar, archaeological parks and historic monuments make the region a witness to thousands of years of history. The development plan, he said, balances…
Daily commuters travelling from Indirapuram and nearby areas to Noida are facing severe traffic congestion, forcing thousands to leave home much earlier than usual with no certainty of reaching work on time. Residents say unplanned civic works, repeated digging, and the absence of traffic police have turned the stretch into a daily ordeal. CP Baliyan, a resident of Shipra Suncity, says uncertainty has become routine. “I have to leave home at least an hour early because there’s no way to predict how long I’ll be stuck in traffic. On top of that, traffic police are rarely present to manage the…
The Delhi government has introduced a major change in how subsidised meals are accessed at its popular Atal Canteens — instead of Aadhaar authentication, citizens must now undergo retina scanning to get subsidised food coupons. The move is aimed at curbing misuse of the system and ensuring that the benefits of low-cost, nutritious meals reach truly needy residents of the capital. Under the new arrangement, installed across all 86 Atal Canteens in the city, retina scanning cameras will verify a person’s identity before issuing a meal coupon. The data is stored in a central digital system that links all canteens…
Greater Noida emerged as a major hub of industry dialogue and celebration as the Perfect Sourcing Excellence Awards 2026 were held in a grand ceremony at the India Expo Mart & Centre (IEML). Organised alongside the prestigious India Garment Show, the event highlighted India’s growing strength in apparel manufacturing, sourcing, and global exports, while setting a forward-looking agenda for the sector. Spotlight on Noida as a Global Garment Hub The event witnessed strong participation from industry leaders, exporters, sourcing heads and policymakers. The presence and address of senior representatives from industry bodies reinforced Noida’s position as a fast-emerging garment manufacturing…
Travel across Delhi-NCR is set to become smoother and more convenient with a major upgrade in the region’s public transport system. Commuters can now book Namo Bharat train tickets directly through the IRCTC app, eliminating the need to juggle between multiple platforms for different legs of their journey. The move is being seen as a significant step towards integrated, hassle-free mobility in the National Capital Region. One Platform, Multiple Journeys With this new integration, passengers planning long-distance travel by Indian Railways and short-to-medium distance travel by Namo Bharat can complete their bookings in a single digital flow. Earlier, commuters had…
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has reported a significant achievement in the fight against air pollution, stating that no air pollution hotspots have been identified within its jurisdiction. The finding comes from a recent Action Taken Report, highlighting the effectiveness of sustained clean-air initiatives and strict enforcement measures in some of the most sensitive and high-traffic areas of the national capital. The NDMC zone includes major arterial roads, diplomatic enclaves, government offices, commercial districts, and residential areas, making pollution control particularly challenging. Despite this, authorities say a combination of technology-driven interventions and continuous monitoring has helped maintain better air…