Author: Sharad Natani
The Noida Authority has announced a series of daily enforcement drives targeting illegal vendors, roadside stalls and unauthorized commercial activity across the city. Officials said the push aims to reclaim public spaces, improve traffic flow on footpaths and streets, and enforce civic laws more effectively. Authorities noted that encroachments by unlicensed street vendors and makeshift stalls have long been a concern in many sectors, contributing to congestion, pedestrian inconvenience and disruption of normal activities in markets and residential areas. Daily Drives to Focus on Public Spaces and Pedestrian Zones According to the Authority, teams will conduct daily inspections and drives…
At least two labourers were killed and one sustained serious injuries after a scaffolding structure collapsed at an under-construction building in Sector 144 of Greater Noida. The incident took place during active construction work, triggering panic at the site and prompting immediate rescue and administrative action. Local Residents, Emergency Teams Rush to Help People living near the construction site were among the first to respond, pulling the injured worker from the debris and arranging his transfer to a nearby private hospital. Soon after, police personnel and emergency responders reached the spot, cordoned off the area and began preliminary inquiries to…
The Noida International Airport, being developed near Jewar in Gautam Budh Nagar district, has entered its final phase of operational preparedness, marking a significant step towards becoming the National Capital Region’s next major aviation hub. The greenfield airport is expected to play a crucial role in reducing congestion at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport while boosting regional connectivity and economic growth. Officials associated with the project said that a substantial portion of construction has already been completed, with core airside infrastructure such as the runway, taxiways and apron areas now largely ready. Attention has shifted to finishing terminal-related works, including…
The Greater Noida Authority has initiated preparations to carry out a series of development works across both residential sectors and villages under its jurisdiction. Tenders for these projects have already been issued, and officials have stated that construction activities will commence soon after the tender process is completed. As part of the initiative, the Authority plans to undertake development works worth several crores of rupees. Responding to long-standing demands from residents, tenders have been floated for the construction and renovation of cremation grounds at Haldoni, Sector Techzone-4, and Palla village. Officials said these facilities were urgently needed and would help…
A tragic road accident in west Delhi’s Janakpuri area has once again brought the spotlight on civic negligence and poor safety practices, after a 25-year-old biker lost his life by falling into a deep, water-filled pit allegedly dug for pipeline work. The incident has triggered widespread outrage, forcing the Delhi government to take swift disciplinary action against officials responsible for the site. The victim, Kamal Dhyani, was returning home on his motorcycle late Thursday night when he allegedly fell into a 15-foot-deep pit dug along the roadside. The pit, reportedly created during ongoing work by the Delhi Jal Board, was…
In a major step towards improving women’s safety and strengthening public security, the Delhi government has announced plans to install nearly 50,000 new CCTV cameras across the national capital. The ambitious project forms part of the Women Safety in Delhi scheme included in the 2025–26 budget, with a total estimated cost of ₹646.4 crore. Officials said the project is designed to significantly expand the city’s surveillance coverage, particularly in areas that are poorly lit, crowded, or considered vulnerable from a law-and-order perspective. Once implemented, the initiative is expected to act as a strong deterrent against crime and improve response times…