Author: Sharad Natani
Residents in Noida are facing growing inconvenience due to glitches in the newly introduced smart metering system, with many complaining that recharge amounts are not reflecting properly in the mobile application. Officials have acknowledged the issue, attributing it to initial technical challenges. Superintending Engineer Umesh Singh Yadav said: “What is happening is that recharge is not showing properly in the smart app due to a system synchronisation issue. As this is in the initial stage, such issues are arising. We are working on resolving them.” The problem has left consumers uncertain about their balance and usage, raising concerns over transparency…
A major healthcare scam has been exposed in Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad, where a gang allegedly misused Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) cards to generate fake hospital bills worth lakhs. Police have arrested four accused, while one suspect is still absconding. The case has raised serious concerns about the misuse of government healthcare schemes and possible loopholes in hospital verification systems. Fraud Exposed Through Hospital Verification The scam came to light during an investigation at a hospital in the Bisrakh area. Officials discovered that the patient undergoing treatment was not the actual cardholder, and the ECHS card used belonged…
Traffic movement on the road connecting Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) to sectors 74–80 and Manesar Police Lines will remain disrupted for the next two months due to ongoing infrastructure work. Authorities said the closure is required for the construction of a deep drainage system, which will block vehicle movement on this stretch for nearly 60 days. Key Areas Affected The restriction will impact commuters traveling between: Sectors 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80 Shikohpur village Manesar Police Lines Daily commuters and office-goers using this route are expected to face significant inconvenience. Traffic Diversion Plan Announced To manage the situation,…
A major security lapse has emerged in Nirala State Society, where security guards have boycotted work over non-payment of salaries, leaving residents worried about their safety. The protest began on Tuesday morning when all guards gathered at the main gate and raised slogans against the builder management. Guards Refuse Duty Until Salaries Are Paid Angry security personnel said they will not resume work until pending salaries are cleared. Their sudden strike has disrupted the entire security system of the society, raising serious concerns about: ●Entry and exit monitoring ●Safety of residents and children ●Emergency response preparedness ●Residents Blame Builder Management…
Amid ongoing LPG supply concerns, authorities in Noida have deployed magistrates across the city to manage distribution and control crowds outside gas agencies. The move comes after long queues and rising complaints from residents struggling to get LPG cylinders, with many waiting for hours — and in some cases, overnight. 14 Magistrates Monitoring 62 Gas Agencies The district administration has assigned: ●14 magistrates ●Across 62 LPG gas agencies Each magistrate will oversee 4–5 agencies, ensuring: ●Proper delivery of booked cylinders ●Fair distribution without irregularities ●Effective crowd management Officials said the step was taken under the direction of the district magistrate…
The upcoming Noida International Airport is fast emerging as a game-changer for industrial growth, with 54 new industries and over 700 lease deeds recorded in just one year, according to data from the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). The surge reflects rising investor confidence as the airport nears operational readiness, transforming the region into a major industrial corridor. Strong Growth Across Key Indicators The latest data highlights a sharp rise in real on-ground development: ◆Industrial plots allotted: 3,059 → 3,113 ◆Lease deeds executed: 1,632 → 2,363 (+731) ◆Physical possession of plots: 990 → 1,785 While allotments saw steady growth,…