Author: Sharad Natani
A tragic road accident on the Yamuna Expressway has shaken Greater Noida, where a speeding car allegedly driven by a drunk doctor ran over two real brothers, killing them on the spot. The incident triggered massive outrage, with angry family members and villagers surrounding a nearby police outpost demanding strict action. Accident Occurred Near Zero Point According to police, the accident took place late Sunday night near Zero Point on the Yamuna Expressway under the Knowledge Park police station area. The victims were identified as Gaurav Sharma and Manoj Sharma, residents of Kundli Bangar village. The two brothers were travelling…
In a major relief for electricity consumers with long-pending dues, the Uttar Pradesh government has introduced a special one-time settlement scheme offering a 100% waiver on interest along with discounts on the principal outstanding amount. The announcement was confirmed by Sanjay Kumar Jain, Chief Engineer of Gautam Buddh Nagar, who said the scheme was designed specifically for consumers who had either never paid their electricity bills or had defaulted for an extended period. First-of-Its-Kind Initiative for Chronic Defaulters Speaking about the initiative, Jain said this was the first time such a comprehensive relief scheme had been rolled out. “For the…
After complaints of foul-smelling and dirty water from several residential sectors, the Greater Noida Authority carried out a four-day random water testing drive. Officials claim that all collected samples met prescribed quality standards, even as over 100 residents reported falling ill in recent days. The testing drive was launched on the instructions of the Authority’s CEO following growing public concern. Illness Reports Raise Serious Questions Residents from Alpha, Delta and several adjoining sectors had complained of contamination in household water supply. Many reported stomach infections, vomiting, and fever, which they linked to the water they received at home. Despite these…
In a strong endorsement of continuity and leadership, Vipin Malhan has been elected President of the Noida Entrepreneurs Association (NEA) for the seventh consecutive term, winning the election unopposed. The outcome highlighted the widespread confidence of Noida’s business community in Malhan and his panel led jointly with V.K. Seth, as no rival candidates filed nominations against them. The NEA elections had generated considerable anticipation over the past few days, but the final result surprised many when the Malhan–Seth panel emerged as the only contestant. Following the completion of the election process, the election officers officially declared the panel elected unopposed…
The much-anticipated Noida International Airport is in the final stages of readiness, with authorities confirming that only formal clearances remain before commercial flight operations begin. Once the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issues the Aerodrome Licence, the Uttar Pradesh government will approach the Prime Minister’s Office to fix a date for the inauguration, officials said. Senior officials have clarified that all critical infrastructure works required for flight operations have already been completed. Any remaining auxiliary works can continue even after the airport becomes operational and will be wrapped up once regular flight services resume. “The airport will not have…
Ghaziabad’s claims of cleanliness under the Swachh Bharat Mission are facing tough questions as several public toilets across the city lie broken, locked, or in unhygienic conditions, leaving residents frustrated and forcing many to avoid using them altogether. Residents from trans-Hindon areas including GT Road, Link Road, Vaishali, Maharajpur, Rajendra Nagar, and Sahibabad have raised repeated complaints about public toilets remaining shut for months or emitting foul odours due to lack of maintenance. Closed Toilets, Broken Urinals, No Accountability Social activist Dr Sunil Vaidya has written to the Ghaziabad Municipal Commissioner highlighting the alarming condition of public sanitation infrastructure. According…