Author: Sharad Natani
A controversy has surfaced in Alpha-1 sector of Greater Noida after a section of residents alleged that Resident Welfare Association (RWA) office bearers were appointed without following the legally mandated election process, raising concerns about transparency and democratic functioning within the sector. The issue has led to growing fear and mistrust among residents regarding the conduct of RWA elections, with many questioning whether lawful procedures are being deliberately bypassed. Deputy Registrar’s order allegedly violated According to residents, the Deputy Registrar, acting on repeated complaints, had recently directed that fresh RWA elections be conducted in a constitutional manner. To ensure fairness,…
The Noida Police Commissionerate has emerged as the top-performing police unit in Uttar Pradesh in terms of public grievance redressal, according to the December 2025 evaluation report released by the Chief Minister’s Office. The report marks a major achievement for Gautam Buddh Nagar police, highlighting its commitment to listening to citizens and delivering timely, transparent, and effective solutions to public complaints. Strong performance in women safety and crime control As per the assessment, Noida Police also performed significantly better than the state average in controlling crimes against women and taking decisive action against organised crime networks. Officials credited this success…
The role of mediation in resolving commercial disputes has become both mandatory and scientifically structured, Supreme Court Judge Justice J.K. Maheshwari said on Friday, underlining its growing importance in India’s legal ecosystem. Justice Maheshwari was speaking as the chief guest at the Global Mediation Conference held at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi, organised by the UK-based dispute resolution firm Risolvify. Addressing a gathering of legal professionals, mediators, and policy experts, he emphasised that mediation should no longer be viewed merely as an alternative process but as a robust science of conflict resolution. Mediation rooted in Indian tradition Explaining…
In view of the intensifying cold wave and adverse weather conditions, the district administration of Gautam Buddh Nagar has ordered the closure of all recognized schools for students from Nursery to Class 8 until January 15, 2026. The decision has been taken following directions issued by the District Magistrate, keeping in mind the health and safety of young children amid extremely low temperatures. Official order issued by Basic Education Department According to the official order released by the Office of the District Basic Education Officer, Gautam Buddh Nagar, all government, aided, and recognized schools under various education boards — including…
The World Book Fair 2026 has officially opened at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, marking one of the largest and most inclusive editions of the event in recent years. For the first time, entry to the fair has been made completely free, allowing readers from all backgrounds to explore books, ideas and cultures without any barrier. The nine-day literary festival was inaugurated by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who highlighted the importance of books in shaping an informed, confident and future-ready society. Theme celebrates 75 years of India’s armed forces This year’s World Book Fair carries a powerful and patriotic theme…
In a major move to curb rising air pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has ordered the immediate closure of 16 industrial units across the National Capital Region (NCR) after inspections revealed serious violations of environmental regulations. The action was taken as part of CAQM’s ongoing efforts to ensure strict compliance with pollution control laws and improve air quality in the region. Units across three NCR states affected According to CAQM officials, the defaulting units were spread across multiple states in the NCR: ●1 unit in Uttar Pradesh (NCR region) ●1 unit in Rajasthan (NCR region) ●14…