Author: Sharad Natani
A heartbreaking incident has emerged from Greater Noida, where a five-year-old boy lost his life after slipping into a water-filled pit near his home in Preet Vihar Colony. According to police, the child, identified as Dev, had returned from school around 1 pm and stepped out to play. Within minutes, tragedy struck when he accidentally slipped into a nearby pit filled with wastewater. Rescue Efforts Failed to Save the Child The incident occurred around 1:30 pm at a short distance from his residence. The pit, reportedly located on farmland where wastewater from the colony collects, proved fatal. Locals and passersby…
The Noida International Airport is now just days away from becoming operational. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the mega project on March 28, 2026. Set to become India’s largest airport, the project stands out not just for its scale but also for being completed in record time, marking a major milestone in the country’s infrastructure journey. From Site Clearance to Land Acquisition: A Strong Foundation The project dates back to 2014, when the central government granted site clearance. Environmental approval followed in December 2015, and in-principle approval was granted in…
In a major enforcement drive, authorities in Gurugram have ordered immediate sealing of illegally constructed housing units in Palam Vihar, along with disconnection of essential services like electricity, water, and sewer. The action follows directives from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which had earlier pulled up authorities for inadequate action and directed strict compliance to curb violations. Multiple Violations Found in Residential Plots Officials from the Department of Town and Country Planning Haryana found widespread violations, especially in C2 Block of Palam Vihar. Key irregularities include: ●Construction of multiple dwelling units (up to 4 per floor) ●Exceeding permissible limits…
In a major step towards affordable housing, 2,709 economically weaker section (EWS) families in Gurugram were allotted flats under the Chief Minister Housing Scheme, turning a long-awaited dream into reality. The allotments were carried out through a transparent online lucky draw held at the university campus, in the presence of senior officials and district authorities. Affordable Homes at Just Rs 1.5 Lakh Under the scheme, each beneficiary will receive a 200 sq ft flat at a maximum cost of ₹1.5 lakh, making it one of the most accessible housing initiatives for low-income families. The housing units are located within licensed…
In a major preventive action ahead of Navratri, the health department in Greater Noida has seized nearly 400 kg of kuttu (buckwheat) flour during a special inspection drive across the district. The move comes in the wake of repeated incidents where people fell ill after consuming contaminated kuttu flour during fasting periods, including recent cases reported during Shivratri. Large Quantity Found Without Labels or Bills According to officials, multiple violations were found during inspections at shops in Kulesra area. At Santosh Traders: ●Around 240 kg of loose kuttu flour was found खुले में (open) ●No bill, manufacturing date, or proper…
A fresh controversy has erupted in Gurugram after the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram floated a tender worth ₹32 lakh to purchase premium smartphones for councillors. Under the proposal, around 40 smartphones, each costing nearly ₹80,000, will be distributed among 36 elected councillors, the mayor, and three nominated members. Each device will also be accompanied by a SIM card, with officials stating that the phone numbers will be made public to improve accessibility for residents. Aim: Faster Governance and Better Coordination MCG officials have defended the decision, saying the initiative is meant to modernise governance and improve service delivery. According to…