Author: Sharad Natani
Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) from sectors 116 to 122 have urged the district administration to organise additional SIR camps within residential societies, citing inconvenience faced by residents who must travel outside their sectors to complete the process. During a meeting with district officials, representatives highlighted that high-rise societies house thousands of families within compact geographic areas, making on-site camps essential for smoother participation. Demand for Structured Administrative Coordination The delegation stressed the need for stronger administrative coordination between resident bodies and district officials to ensure quicker resolution of civic and safety-related issues. According to representatives, vertical housing complexes require structured…
A nationwide Bharat Bandh has been called by central trade unions and farmers’ organisations, raising concerns over possible disruptions across several states, including Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR). The strike has been announced in protest against the new labour codes and the proposed India–US trade deal. The call for bandh has triggered uncertainty among students, parents, employees and commuters, particularly regarding school closures and essential services. Are Schools Closed in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad? As of now, there is no official order announcing the closure of schools or colleges in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram or Faridabad. Both government and…
Property registrations in Noida have slowed down significantly after the implementation of mandatory Aadhaar-based biometric verification across Uttar Pradesh. In just five days, more than 100 registries have reportedly been delayed due to authentication failures. Under the new Online Document Registration Rules, buyers, sellers and witnesses must undergo real-time Aadhaar authentication at sub-registrar offices through fingerprint or iris scans, along with electronic KYC checks. Officials say around 30 to 35 property registrations are being held up daily in the district. Elderly Applicants Among the Worst Affected A major portion of the delays is being attributed to fingerprint mismatches, especially among…
The Uttar Pradesh government has allocated Rs 750 crore for the Noida International Airport project in its latest Budget, signalling a strong push toward expanding one of the country’s most ambitious greenfield aviation hubs. A significant portion of the allocation — Rs 700 crore — has been earmarked for land acquisition related to the third and fourth phases of the project. The remaining Rs 50 crore will be used for construction-related activities. Focus on Future Expansion and Additional Runways The fresh funding will primarily support land acquisition for upcoming phases that aim to expand the airport’s infrastructure, including the addition…
In an era where political leaders often travel in high-security convoys and luxury vehicles, 90-year-old Samajwadi Party MLA Alam Badi made a quiet yet powerful statement by arriving at the Uttar Pradesh Assembly on a simple scooter to attend the Budget Session. The veteran legislator from the Nizamabad constituency in Azamgarh once again demonstrated that public service does not require extravagance. Without security, convoy, or official display, he entered the Assembly premises in his trademark humble style, drawing admiration from fellow lawmakers and onlookers alike. A Symbol of Simplicity in Political Alam Badi is widely regarded as the oldest serving…
Residents of Sector 55 in Gurugram have raised serious concerns over deteriorating civic infrastructure, citing broken roads, clogged drains, sewage overflow, poor sanitation and the absence of proper pedestrian facilities. While authorities have assured action, locals say the problems have persisted for years without meaningful resolution. Roads in “Shambles,” Say Residents According to Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), both internal roads and key arterial stretches have deteriorated sharply. Large potholes, uneven surfaces and broken patches have made daily commuting difficult and unsafe. The Vita Dairy Road, in particular, has become a major flashpoint. Residents claim the stretch is riddled with potholes…