Author: Sharad Natani
The Noida Authority has intensified its citywide cleanliness campaign with a clear message: zero tolerance for negligence. With the goal of securing the number one position in the national Swachh Survey, the Authority has issued strict instructions to ensure spotless streets, efficient waste collection, and rapid grievance redressal across all sectors of the city. Senior officials have warned that any lapse in sanitation duties will invite strict disciplinary action against concerned officers, staff, or agencies. High-Level Review Meeting Held in Sector-91 On January 29, a joint review meeting of the Public Health Department and Civil Department was held at the…
Spending just 30 minutes in natural sunlight, along with regular medical treatment, may significantly improve recovery and quality of life among stroke patients, according to a new study conducted by doctors at AIIMS, New Delhi. The findings suggest that sunlight exposure could serve as a simple, affordable addition to post-stroke rehabilitation, especially in resource-limited settings. The study was presented during the institute’s fifth Research Day and highlights how a natural and easily accessible intervention can support recovery in patients who often face long, expensive, and demanding rehabilitation journeys. Growing Burden of Stroke in India Stroke remains one of the leading…
A much-publicised water bill relief scheme launched by the Delhi government has delivered benefits to only a fraction of eligible consumers, raising serious questions about implementation gaps and administrative preparedness. The Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC) Scheme, introduced in September 2025 to provide relief on long-pending water dues, has reached just 22.54 percent of eligible consumers even after four months. The scheme was aimed at clearing massive arrears by offering 100 percent waiver on interest and penalties, allowing consumers to pay only the principal amount. However, official data shows that systemic failures and poor infrastructure have severely limited its reach. Massive…
Greater Noida is set to emerge as a major hub for advanced medical technology as a ₹587-crore manufacturing facility will be established at the Medical Devices Park developed by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). The project will be spread across 10 acres and is expected to significantly strengthen India’s medical manufacturing ecosystem while generating thousands of employment opportunities. The land has been allotted to Shukra Pharmaceuticals Limited, marking one of the biggest investments in the Medical Devices Park so far. YEIDA officials handed over the allotment letter to the company, reflecting growing investor confidence in the region’s industrial…
Greater Noida-based Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has taken a major and forward-looking decision aimed at strengthening the education infrastructure in its region. In its 88th board meeting, the authority approved the establishment of a Chief Minister Model Composite School in the Yamuna Authority area. The proposed school will provide education from pre-primary to Class 12 and is expected to significantly benefit students from nearby rural and semi-urban areas. 6 Acres of Land Allotted at Just Re 1 Per Square Metre During the meeting, YEIDA decided to allot 6 acres of land to the Basic Education Department of the…
Despite spending over Rs 5,536 crore in the last three financial years on cleaning the Yamuna, pollution levels in the Delhi stretch of the river remain a major concern. This was revealed by the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti in a written reply submitted in the Rajya Sabha, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of existing cleanup measures. The expenditure was incurred by the Delhi Jal Board as part of various river rejuvenation and sewage management projects. However, the Centre has acknowledged that large infrastructural gaps continue to undermine efforts to restore the river’s health. Untreated Sewage Remains the Biggest…