Author: Sharad Natani
In a major relief for residents of East Delhi, the Trans-Yamuna Area Development Board has approved a massive Rs 728 crore package for infrastructure and civic development across the region. The decision marks one of the most significant investments in the Trans-Yamuna belt in recent years and is expected to address long-pending issues related to roads, drainage, and basic civic amenities. The funds will be used to strengthen essential public infrastructure, with a strong focus on road repairs, drainage system upgrades, and waterlogging prevention, particularly ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. For years, residents in several parts of East Delhi…
In a major push to curb rising air pollution, the Delhi government has launched an ambitious road redevelopment plan aimed at controlling dust emissions — one of the city’s biggest pollution sources. Under the initiative, 160 kilometres of roads will be upgraded across the capital by the end of 2026. The project, led by the Public Works Department (PWD), focuses on transforming selected stretches into “model roads” designed to remain largely dust-free throughout the year. Pilot Project to Test the Model As part of the first phase, four road stretches have been identified for a pilot makeover. These roads will…
In a major push towards water conservation, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is preparing to introduce real-time monitoring of treated water usage across 100 major parks in the national capital. The move aims to prevent wastage and ensure that water treated at Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) is used strictly for irrigation, gardening, and plantation purposes. Live Monitoring System for STP Water Use Under the new plan, DDA will install automated, real-time monitoring systems at STPs located inside parks. These systems will continuously track both the quality and quantity of treated water being produced and used. Officials said the system will…
The Greater Noida Authority has taken strict action against illegal construction by sealing eight residential towers in the Kheda Choganpur area. More than 100 flats had been constructed without any official permission or approved building plans, officials said on Thursday. Despite repeated notices and the registration of an FIR, construction work continued unabated, prompting the authority to carry out sealing operations at the site. Construction Continued Despite Notices and FIR According to officials, the illegal towers were built on land falling within the notified area of the Greater Noida Authority. Earlier, notices had been issued to the builders and an…
The National Zoological Park in Delhi is set for a major transformation as part of a Rs 400-crore redevelopment project aimed at improving visitor experience, animal welfare, and public awareness. The revamp will introduce modern infrastructure, upgraded animal enclosures, and scientifically designed information boards that will offer visitors in-depth knowledge about wildlife. Officials said the initiative will change the way people experience the zoo, shifting it from a place of casual sightseeing to a centre for learning, conservation, and awareness. Smart Signboards to Offer Scientific Animal Information One of the key highlights of the redevelopment plan is the installation of…
The Delhi government has rolled out the Delhi Food Security Rules, 2025, bringing a major change to how ration cards will be issued in the capital. Under the new system, ration cards will no longer be granted on a “first come, first served” basis. Instead, eligibility and allotment will now depend on district-wise population quotas and need-based assessment. The move aims to ensure that genuinely needy families receive food security benefits while closing loopholes that earlier allowed ineligible applicants to enter the system. District-Level Committees to Decide Eligibility Under the new rules, each district will have a committee headed by…